Commute Options Blog

A warm welcome greeted Commute Options last week from a snowy U.S. Capitol. Our presence at the National Bike Summit in D.C. was dynamic, informative, and measurable. Our voice was heard. We met with our Senators and Representatives asking for key multi-modal...

March 2nd through the 6th, Commute Options will be in Washington D.C. with a hefty agenda. A first for Commute Options, we have been invited to present at the National Bike Summit. The Summit is an annual gathering of like minded bicycle and pedestrian advocates...

The Future of Public Transportation By Katy Bryce for Commute Options The future of public transportation in Central Oregon is certainly a hot, and very important topic right now. At Commute Options, we educate individuals, businesses, and government agencies about...

Walking School Buses are groups of children who walk designated routes to school under adult supervision, picking up kids along the way just like a bus. Below are some steps for starting out simply with creating walking school buses. Steps for starting simple:...

Please help keep the city safe and accessible for all our citizens. Many of our neighbors rely on a clear sidewalk to get to and from work or school or to access bus stops. Without a clear route, it becomes quite difficult or dangerous for pedestrians to get where...

The Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) seeks an applicant to fill one vacant at-large position. Composed of nine voting members, BPAC's mission is to promote and encourage safe bicycling and walking as a significant means of...

By Katy Bryce for Commute Options In addition to bikes and beer, Bend is also well known for its traffic roundabouts. The 31 roundabouts in Bend house public art and native landscaping, making them attractive traffic controlling devices. Roundabouts also serve to move...

As Central Oregon changes from fall to winter weather conditions, the Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) wants to remind property owners they need to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice for safety and legal reasons. Many residents and...

By Katy Bryce for Commute Options Winter is coming, but that doesn’t mean that you need to curb your walking or biking commuting habits. With a little planning and preparation, you can still enjoy transportation options in the winter. Start Small. Even if you are a...

Between the Lines The Right Way Around By Carolyn Szczepanski • Illustrations by Stephen Haynes Bicycle Times Magazine - Navigating Roundabouts Issue #26 When I first moved to Washington, D.C. I steered clear of them at all costs. I’d abandon the most direct route to...