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Safe Streets Austin works to transform Austin’s streets, bikeways, and trails into safe, vibrant, equitable places for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, roll, and gather. https://www.safestreetsaustin.org/
A huge thanks to our sponsors for supporting Jeff Speck's visit next Thursday.

Jeff's work has had enormous positive impacts on cities across the country and we're thrilled to welcome him back to Austin.
February 5, 2026 at 5:17 PM
It's almost here!

Nationally renowned Jeff Speck will be in Austin next Thursday 2/12 at 6:30pm for a public talk on walkability and one-way to two-way street conversions.

Get your free ticket now: www.eventbrite.com/e/jeff-speck...
February 5, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Shade is critical pedestrian infrastructure and Austin needs much more shade.

Tomorrow, 11:30am-1:30pm, CNU Central Texas's annual luncheon features guest speaker Sam Bloch, author of Shade: The Promise of a Forgotten Natural Resource.

Get your ticket here: cnuctx.ticketspice.com/cnu-ctx-annu...
February 2, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Renowned urban planner Jeff Speck will give a public talk "Toward a More Walkable Austin" on February 12th.

Come see one of the most visionary city-shapers around!

RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/jeff-speck...

Jeff's talk will include a discussion of one-way to two-way street conversions in Austin.
January 29, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Save the date! Nationally renowned urban planner Jeff Speck will deliver a public talk in Austin February 12, 7pm.

Jeff will discuss how Austin can become more walkable, including through one-way to two-way street conversions. A book signing follows.

More information, incl. location, coming soon!
January 23, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Last Saturday's "Women Changing Cities" author talk welcomed Austin Council Members Vanessa Fuentes and Paige Ellis, featured authors Chris & Melissa Bruntlett, and more.

We're truly grateful to these and other amazing women shaping Austin!
January 20, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Huge standing room-only turnout this past Saturday for our "Women Changing Cities" author talk with Chris & Melissa Bruntlett!

Thanks to everyone who showed up to hear about the women reshaping cities around the world. Find out how to buy the book here: www.modacitylife.com/women-changi...
January 20, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Light rail in Austin just cleared a major hurdle! The federal government has approved the environmental review of Austin's light rail plans.

We're thrilled to see planning move to implementation and for a new era of public transit in Austin to arrive soon.

More info: www.kut.org/transportati...
January 16, 2026 at 5:27 PM
We're looking forward to international advocates and authors Chris & Melissa Bruntlett's "Women Changing Cities" presentation on Saturday at 2:30pm.

Find out about Chris & Melissa here: www.modacitylife.com

Saturday's event details: www.safestreetsaustin.org/upcoming-eve...
Melissa & Chris Bruntlett
Authors and urban mobility advocates who strive to communicate the benefits of sustainable transport and inspire happier, healthier, more human-scale cities.
www.modacitylife.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:53 PM
THIS Saturday 2:30pm, join us for a "Women Changing Cities" book talk in Mueller. Famed authors and visionaries Chris and Melissa Bruntlett will present. 3:30pm bike ride follows.

More event info: www.facebook.com/events/86360...
January 13, 2026 at 5:53 PM
"Women Changing Cities" book author talk with Chris and Melissa Bruntlett, next Saturday 1/17 2:30pm! Bike ride follows at 3:30pm.

Safe Streets Austin is proud to co-present this great event. More below.
January 9, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Our coalition for protected bike lanes on Sixth Street has grown to almost SIXTY businesses and organizations!

Email your business/organization logo to info@safestreetsaustin.org to join the coalition.
January 8, 2026 at 9:48 PM
City of Austin staff intend to rebuild Sixth Street WITHOUT protected bike lanes. But the fight is far from over. A growing coalition — led by Safe Streets Austin — is pushing back.

www.kvue.com/article/news...
Austin businesses urge the city to create bike lanes on 6th Street
More than 50 local businesses sent a letter to city council members urging them to include bike lanes in their Sixth Street revamp project.
www.kvue.com
January 8, 2026 at 9:46 PM
There's one more opportunity to see Life After Cars authors & War On Cars podcast hosts Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon.

Join us 7pm at Future Front House for a special author talk and Q&A.
December 5, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Cracking energy in the building at last night's Life After Cars book launch panel at the Brushy Street Commons. This movement for better cities is strong and getting stronger!

HUGE thanks to Life After Cars authors Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear shared their inspiration and wisdom with Austin!
December 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Thank you to all our Life After Cars panelists, including moderator Nathan Bernier from KUT, authors Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear, Austin Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes, and Talib Abdullahi from Black History Bike Ride.
December 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Life After Cars LIVE with Doug Gordon & Sarah Goodyear is TONIGHT 8-9pm at Brushy St commons! Don't miss this unique experience.

Tickets are still available: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-war-on...
December 4, 2025 at 3:14 PM
KUT's Nathan Bernier will moderate our all-star panel at tomorrow's Life After Cars live book launch panel event.

Don't miss out! Get your ticket: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-war-on...
December 3, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The Life After Cars LIVE in-person book launch panel discussion with Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon is TOMORROW 8-9pm at the Brushy Street Commons (501 Brushy St)!

Tickets are still available. Get yours now: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-war-on...
December 3, 2025 at 4:26 PM
The Life After Cars book launch LIVE panel is THIS Thursday 8-9pm at Brushy St Commons (501 Brushy St)!

Come see our incredible panel, moderated by KUT's Nathan Bernier.

Get your ticket here: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-war-on...
December 2, 2025 at 9:42 PM
This Thursday 8pm, join national podcast stars Sarah Goodyear & Doug Gordon LIVE in-person in Austin for a special "Life After Cars" book launch panel!

Tickets include an optional copy of the book. Get your ticket/book now! www.eventbrite.com/e/the-war-on...
December 1, 2025 at 3:47 PM
We've got BIG plans for 2026.

To support our crucial work, ⭐ Become a Safe Streets Member ⭐ with a monthly donation at any level. Members get FREE access to our annual party, special events, & more!

Become a member here: www.safestreetsaustin.org#donate2025
November 26, 2025 at 4:39 PM
A huge thanks to everyone who joined our Safe Streets For All Annual Benefit last Friday!

The event was a huge success. We're so grateful to the many supporters who came out. This movement is strong and we're already pumped for an incredible 2026!
November 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Join us 12/4 8pm for a special Austin live panel with War on Cars podcast hosts Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon!

Panelists also include Austin Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes and Black History Bike Ride's Talib Abdullahi. KUT's Nathan Bernier will moderate.

Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-war-on...
November 25, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Our Safe Streets For All Annual Benefit is tonight 6-9pm at Zilker Lodge!

Enjoy live music from Austin-based Americana singer-songwriter Ashley Monical, as well as food, drinks, special guests, and more.

Tickets are still available. Get yours now! www.safestreetsaustin.org/2025-fundrai...
November 21, 2025 at 7:11 PM