| 12/10/2001 | The League of American Bicyclists is pleased to convene the second National Bike SummitŪ in our nation's capital. Join bicycle advocates, industry leaders, transportation professionals, key legislators and government officials in a valuable three-day forum on advancing policies and initiatives to support and encourage bicycling.
Bicycling is part of the solution to many of our nation's current problems, including traffic congestion, air pollution, sprawl and childhood obesity. With federal funding for bicycling at stake, bicyclists and industry, transportation, health and environmental interests must join together to develop a common agenda that promotes bicycling throughout our country. The 2002 National Bike SummitŪ will build on the inaugural Summit's success with expanded programming and workshops.
SUMMIT WORKSHOPS
Safe Routes to Schools
Health and Physical Activity Promotion
TEA-21 Reauthorization Listening Session with FHWA
Smart Growth and Livability
Cycling and the Environment
Required Accommodation
The Off-Road Agenda
Growing Ridership: Transit, Tourism and Recreation
State and Local Perspectives
Advocacy Development
Transportation Funding and Beyond
Grassroots Education, Involvement and Development
INVITED KEYNOTE SPEAKERS & GUESTS
Secretary of Transportation Norman Mineta
Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy Thompson
Senator Durbin (D-IL), Senator Jeffords (I-VT)
Congressman Don Young (R-AK),
Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley
Panelists from DOT, HHS, EPA, NPS, and CDC
CONFERENCE PARTNERS
Adventure Cycling Association
Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals
Bikes Belong Coalition
International Mountain Bicycling Association
National Center for Bicycling and Walking
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center
Rails to Trails Conservancy
Surface Transportation Policy Project
The Thunderhead Alliance
CAPITOL HILL DAY
Join advocates and industry leaders in a coordinated day on Capitol Hill on Thursday, March 7th. When you register for the Summit, please include information about your interests, program and bicycling projects and the League will schedule meetings with your Members of Congress. Participants will enjoy issue briefings and advocacy training prior to Capitol Hill Day.
CAPITOL HILL RECEPTIONS
Join legislators and staff for a breakfast kickoff and an afternoon reception on the Hill.
REPORT FROM THE STATES
Strategize with fellow participants on next steps at a coordinated debriefing session.
CAUCUS BIKE RIDE
Pedal around historic Washington, DC and our national monuments with the Congressional Bike Caucus.
HOTEL INFORMATION
This year's Summit will be held at the JW Marriott, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington DC. Close to the White House, Capitol Hill, and the Metro. Bicycle accommodation in your hotel room.
Discounted rates are available for National Bike SummitŪ participants. All guests must refer to the National Bike SummitŪ for the discounted rates.
Call the JW Marriott (202) 842-1300 or (800) 228-9290. Space is limited. Reserve your rooms as soon as possible.www.bikeleague.org
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