October 22, 2024
Oct-Nov 2024 Mobility and Access Coalition (MAC) Agenda and Newsletter
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Meeting Agenda
Thank you so much to those who attended our MAC meeting this October. It was so great to connect with you in person!
I. Introductions & Speed Networking
II. 2024 Work Plan Wrap Up:
- December 3, 1-3:30pm, Mobility Committees/Coalitions of Larimer, Weld, and Boulder Joint In-Person Meeting at Berthoud Town Hall, 807 Mountain Avenue Berthoud, CO 80513
- December 13, 12-2pm, Mobility Heroes Campaign and In-Person Awards Ceremony at Southeast Boulder County Hub, 1755 S. Public Road, Lafayette, CO
- Mountain Mobility Working Group Projects
- Mobility Options Flyers and Posters Distribution
- Communitywide Progress on MAAAA Strategies
III. 2025 MAC Priorities and Action Plan:
- MAC Membership, Roles and Mountain Mobility and Youth Transportation Working Groups
- MAAAA Priority Strategy Areas: Community Services and Mobility, Travel Training, Driver Services, Youth Mobility, Access-a-Ride Certification Center, Volunteer Drivers, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Brainstorm 2025 Goals, Panel Discussions, Presentations, and Collaborative Projects
IV. Conclusion
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Next MAC Meeting:
- Tuesday, Nov. 19th, 2024, 1:00pm - 2:30pm, Virtual Meeting on Zoom
MAC Meetings
- 3rd Tuesday of Month from 1:00-2:30pm (Register in Advance)
To Join the Mobility and Access Coalition Email List, Contact: mobilityforall@bouldercounty.gov
Oct 22-24: SRTS conference in Fort Collins
Oct 25: Dia de Muertos and Trunk or Treat Celebrations in Longmont
Oct 26: Tamale Fair in Longmont
Oct 26: Monster Mash Party in Superior
Oct 27: Halloween Costume Party in Boulder
Oct 30: WTS Transportation Reception
Nov 1: Transit Hires Virtual Job Fair/Career Expo Event
Nov 1: Dia de los Muertos Celebration in Lafayette
Nov 7: Northwest Community Transportation Network in Denver
Nov 9: Longmont Turkey Trot
Nov 10: pARTy for the ARTs
Nov 17: World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
Nov 20 - Jan 12: Denver Botanic Gardens Blossoms of Light
Nov 22-24: Denver Christmas Show
It is Boulder County policy to make county programs, meetings, activities, and services accessible to individuals with disabilities, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special assistance, contact the ADA Coordinator at 303-441-3525 at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.
RTD Zero Fare to Vote Days
RTD in collaboration with the Colorado County Clerks Association, is offering two Zero Fare to Vote days to encourage voter participation in the upcoming general election. Colorado voters can find their nearest ballot drop box or voting center by visiting GoVoteColorado.gov and use RTD’s trip planner to find the best route to that drop box or polling location. RTD services will be available at no cost on Tues., Oct. 29, National Vote Early Day; and Tues., Nov. 5, Election Day. Learn more about Zero Fare to Vote here.
Early Voting for Individuals with Disabilities
In partnership with the Center for People with Disabilities (CPWD), Boulder County Elections will hold an Early Voting Event for the General Election on Wednesday, October 23 from 10 am to 4 pm at CPWD Boulder Office, 1675 Range St. Boulder, CO 80301.
The CPWD Longmont office, 615 Main St Ste B, Longmont, CO 80501, will be providing shuttles from their location to the Boulder location for this voting event.
Click here for more information.
Congratulations to Jessica Villena Sanchez and Melissa Hunter on their promotions!
We are excited to announce M4A's Jessica and Melissa have been promoted thanks to their incredible work and contributions to the community!
Dr. Jessica Villena Sanchez is now our Bilingual Mobility for All Programs Coordinator. Jessica's leadership, supportive attitude, and understanding of the transportation industry and community members needs have been invaluable to our team!
Melissa has been promoted as our new Mobility for All Programs Coordinator! Melissa's adaptability, thoughtfulness, and willingness to take on any challenge have greatly contributed to our team’s successes.
Much appreciation and gratitude to these two for all you do for the M4A team, Boulder County, and the community!
M4A Highlight
The morning of Monday, Oct. 7th, Mobility for All's Angel Bond and Jessica Villena Sanchez embarked on a nearly 11-hour journey which included 3 bus rides, on the Bustang, Bustang Outriders, and Smart Telluride, to attend the 4-day CASTA conference in Telluride, CO. The conference provided training on transit management, leadership development, driver safety, system safety, human services issues, mobility, FTA and CDOT policy, as well as the opportunity to learn from and connect with transit specialists from across Colorado!
Join us for our Mobility Heroes Winter Luncheon!
Join us on Friday, Dec. 13th at 12pm for a cozy winter luncheon celebrating the unsung heroes of mobility and transportation! The celebration will take place at the Boulder County Southeast County Community Hub (1755 South Public Road Lafayette, CO). We are excited to commemorate the community's favorite mobility heroes! Click here to RSVP and check out our social media and Mobility Hero Campaign videos in English and in Spanish to get a sneak peak of the VIP attendees!
Oct. 24 - Public Hearing on the Boulder to Erie Regional Trail (BERT)
The Boulder County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Boulder to Erie Regional Trail (BERT) on Thursday, October 24 starting at 9 a.m. The meeting will be offered in a hybrid format where attendees can join through Zoom or in-person at the Boulder County Courthouse (3rd Floor, 1325 Pearl Street, Boulder). Click here for more information on how to attend.
Apply for the 2025 Vision Zero Youth Leadership Award!
Calling all U.S. big cities, small towns, rural communities, and tribal governments that have made strides toward improving child and youth walking and biking safety! Apply for the 2025 Vision Zero for Youth Leadership Award by December 15th, 2024. Click here to learn more.
News Articles
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One Key to Healthcare? Just Getting There, Managed Healthcare Executive
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RTD’s new paratransit service is so popular it will likely have to be cut, CPR News
- Future of RTD's Access-on-Demand Program Being Considered, CBS News
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Can Microtransit and Regular Buses Live in Harmony?, Bloomberg
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Familia, Cultura y Comunidad: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage and Cultural Pillars that Foster Park Access, Safe Routes to School Partnership
Podcasts and Audio Content
- Climate Resilience for an Aging Nation, Booked on Planning
- Are eBikes Killing Normal Bikes?, The ReCHRGD Podcast
- Exploring Mobility Justice for Transportation Equity with Karishama Vahora, HPP Podcast
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EVolving Attitudes, Expanding Infrastructure: Electric Vehicles Are Charging Ahead Thanks to Public Sector Incentives, Thinking Transportation Podcast
- 6 Steps to Developing Better Planning-Level Transportation Project Cost Estimates, The Modern Mobility Podcast
Webinars and Trainings
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Building Culture and Community Through Safe Routes to School recording, hosted by Colorado Safe Routes to School
- Respectful Response to People Experiencing Homelessness in Transit, hosted by the Transportation Research Board
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Transit Marketing Toolkit Webinar, hosted by National Rural Transit Assistance Program on Nov. 12th, 2024 from 2:00 - 3:15pm
Grant Opportunities:
- SRTS Grant, applications due Monday Nov. 4
Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities
- Partnerships Manager, RTD Denver
- Outreach and Marketing Coordinator, Commuting Solutions
Learn about mobility options and resources in our region:
- Boulder County: Mobility for All Options
- Denver Metro Region: DRMAC Getting There Guide
- Northern Colorado Region: RideNoCo
- Boulder Transportation Connections Transportation Options
- Commuting Solutions Options
Boulder County Mobility and Access Coalition's Vision is an equitable transportation network that empowers people of all ages and abilities to move in and beyond the Boulder County community.
720-564-2218