by Mark | Jan 27, 2022 | Blog, Legislative
State lawmakers moved forward several bills this session addressing distracted driving and fatal crash penalties for bicyclists. This week was a flurry of activity regarding the legislative priorities of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. HF2015 Standard...
by Mark | Jan 27, 2022 | Blog
The League of American Bicyclists recently recognized more than 1,400 businesses across the country that are contributing to the movement to build a more bicycle-friendly America. RDG Planning & Design earned the Platinum designation, making the firm one of just...
by Mark | Jan 26, 2022 | Blog, Legislative, Legislative Forums
Legislative Forums are a productive way to learn if your legislator will support bicycle and traffic safety issues that are important to you. These forums are usually under-attended by the same people. If you and your bicycling friends show up, you can be a...
by Mark | Jan 25, 2022 | Blog, Legislative
An Iowa House subcommittee advanced a bill (HF392) that would require motorists to use cell phones in hands-free or voice-activated mode while driving. This bill was introduced last year and is moving along with a companion bill in the Iowa Senate (SF330). The...
by Mark | Jan 25, 2022 | Blog, Trails
The Iowa Department of Transportation is proposing to reconstruct Iowa 3, from just south of Co Rd C9Y in Sageville to 0.7 mile north of Boy Scout Rd, in Dubuque County. To facilitate this project, the Iowa Department of Transportation is proposing to temporarily...
by Mark | Jan 21, 2022 | Blog, Legislative, Trails
Sen. Dan Dawson (R-Pottawattamie) spoke last week at the opening meeting of the Senate Ways and Means committee. He outlined his priorities for the upcoming Senate tax bill that has yet to be written. Sen. Dawson outlined 3 priorities: 1. Develop a 21st century...
