511 Contra Costa
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Locality: Walnut Creek, California
Phone: +1 925-969-0841
Address: 3003 Oak Road, Suite 100 94597 Walnut Creek, CA, US
Website: 511contracosta.org
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Be part of the conversation about the future of accessible transportation in Contra Costa *this Thursday* at 1pm. View the meeting live via video or attend by phone. Learn more at http://511cc.org/atsinfo.
Bicycling is booming across the U.S. and Europe during COVID. A study revealed that without street redesigns, cycling numbers will likely decline as cars return to the road. How will our region respond to keep new riders cycling and keep them safe?
Reminder: Keep an eye out for pedestrians and cyclists when approaching crosswalks and trail crossings.
County Connection Riders: Your input is needed. Due to COVID-19, County Connection must evaluate cost-cutting measures to remain financially viable. Watch the webinar below to learn about proposed service reduction scenarios, and join one of the upcoming phone/Zoom meetings in January. Meeting details to be posted at: countyconnection.com/2021-service-plan
Join 511 Contra Costa in becoming a Certified Green Business. Being a Green Business Member is great for the environment, the community & your bottom line. View the Contra Costa County checklist and start the process today at 511cc.org/cgbchecklist.
WestCAT's Stuff-A-Bus event is back, and this year it's virtual! All donations benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano.
As days get shorter, motorists spend more time driving after dark. Risks include fatigue, compromised night vision, and impaired drivers. Sunset occurs before 5:30pm starting Sunday, so now is a good time to review these safe night driving strategies: 511cc.org/nightdriving
¿Cómo transformaría usted Tri Delta Transit? Ayúdenos con su opinión y comentarios, ya que son muy importantes para mejorar el sistema de transporte.
How would you improve Tri Delta Transit? More service at specific times? Youth fares? Improved online information? Here's your chance to share the changes you'd like to see.
New Tri Delta Transit bus schedule starts Sunday, November 8. No route changes all timetables have been adjusted to better align with Bay Area Rapid Transit arrivals and departures. To preview the new schedule visit: https://trideltatransit.com//schedule-changes-english_2020
Want to brush up on nighttime biking safety before Daylight Savings ends? RSVP for Bike East Bay's Biking After Dark webinar happening *tonight* from 7-8pm: 511cc.org/oct28class. If you can't make it, read all their great tips for nighttime riding: 511cc.org/nightriding
Making plans for the upcoming holiday travel season? We'll be requiring train and bus reservations this year during Thanksgiving week, November 23-30, so we can closely monitor ridership and facilitate social distancing. Get all the details here: https://bit.ly/3e6HTnW
Help the CCTA identify ways to improve transit in East County. Visit their online open house and share your ideal commute so they can identify solutions for improving transit service between Antioch and Brentwood. Please share with neighbors, community members, and friends who live in and travel through the study area. https://eastcountytransit.com/
November is the perfect time to take the Richmond Ferry!
Looking for pumpkin-carving ideas? Check out our latest newsletter for downloadable stencils, plus info on how you can get a refund of $150-$300 on a new e-bike and how to have a say in Tri Delta Transit's system redesign. Newlsletter: 511cc.org/oct2020
REMINDER: Fare collection on County Connection buses will resume on 11/1. Use Bay Area Clipper for contactless payment and discounts. Don't have a Clipper card? Call (925) 676-7500 or email [email protected] to get one.
Walk to School Week is a great opportunity to encourage students to walk anywhere. To school, to the park, to the library, around the block, whatever gets them moving!