Rideshare & Active

This article originally appeared in the DP Times.

Thinking about ways to live more lightly on the planet? Consider your transportation choices.

Bike safety is everyone’s responsibility and OCTA’s website has plenty of resources to make learning fun.

Please take a survey to help Orange County gain recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Community by The League of American Bicyclists.

Caltrans is developing an active transportation plan that will identify locations for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on, across, or parallel to the State Highway System in Orange County.

Active modes of transportation, including walking, biking, skating, using a wheelchair, and accessing public transportation, increase routine physical activity, reduce carbon emissions, and improve health, happiness, and quality of life.

The program that provides funding to cities to operate shuttles, trolleys and special event transportation is undergoing some changes.

An OCTA-sponsored video demonstrates safe walking behaviors while encouraging activities compatible with school PE curriculums.

If your New Year’s resolutions include being more active this year, here are some ideas to help you achieve your goals.