The East Bay’s Record-Breaking Bike to Work Day, BART’s late night bus service proposal and more in this week’s Week in Review.
By: Trucy Phan
Tuesday, May 2nd, marked the beginning of Spare the Air season!
But what does this exactly mean?
Summertime is when smog becomes a major health problem here in the Bay and for the past 20 years the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, or BAAQMD, has managed the Spare Keep reading >>
By: severin

Spare the Air Employer Program invites you to a FREE webinar on Teleworking. Learn how teleworking can eliminate your employees’ commute, reduce emissions and improve your bottom-line!
When: Thursday, June 07, 2012
Time: 10:30 AM – 12 PM (Noon)
Presenter: Elham Shirazi, Telework Expert
Topics covered will include:
- The latest facts on teleworking
Below is the anticipated schedule of upcoming westbound ramp and lane closures associated with work on the Caldecott Fourth Bore Project for the week of May 14, 2012. Please note that inclement weather may cause schedule changes.
Closures tentatively begin Monday night, May 14, and will tentatively occur nightly through Keep reading >>
By: Trucy PhanHave you noticed more people on transit lately?
Photo credit: Eric Broder Van Dyke
Transit is approaching record ridership numbers!
The Worcester Telegram & Gazette reports:
By: severinThe boost in ridership comes as pain at the gas pump and the sluggish economic recovery combined with a migration of young adults
Have you seen this week’s picture of the week in the Contra Costa Times?
We happen to know it’s just one of many homemade trailers built by Richard Anderson of Martinez. You can check it out at his Richard’s BTWD Energizer Station: he’ll be at the Martinez Amtrak Station between Keep reading >>
By: Trucy Phan
Bike to Work Day is almost here!
Lucky you – Chipotle wants to reward you for your efforts in staying healthy and helping to conserve our environment. The full text of their Bike to Work Day promotion reads:
“Stop by your local Energizer Station to pick up your Bike to Keep reading >>
By: Trucy Phan
Yes, it’s that time of year….
…Thursday, May 10th, is Bike to Work Day!
If you’ve been contemplating bicycling to work but felt unsure about the idea, rest assured you will not be cycling alone if you decide to participate in Bike to Work Day. You will likely encounter Keep reading >>
By: severinOn May 12, 2012, join cylists on this fun bicycle tour of East Contra Costa County, stopping at participating Starbucks along the way for refreshments. Enjoy a great day with family, friends and neighbors, riding through local cities and joining in with the post-ride festivities. Whether you are new to Keep reading >>
By: Trucy Phan-
Tweets
- A) It's going to be hot this weekend. B) Catch a breeze at the Big Break Regional Shoreline Park http://t.co/FY9sZMpY
- It's still Bike Month! Enjoy these beautiful pictures of people on bikes http://t.co/rMvmRLO1
- In case you missed it - Welcome to Spare the Air season! http://t.co/deipTUrJ
- The Golden Gate bridge is turning 75! Test your GGB knowledge with this quiz http://t.co/xJnX9VZ2
- Looking for a fun camping trip/ride in June? Check out Delta Pedalers Camping Trip happening June 21-24 http://t.co/X35o5YRw
- Follow @511cc
Events


