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Advocating for Transit, Bicycling & Walking in Twin Cities

Bringing people together in support of transit, biking, and walking since 1996. Visionary leadership, equity, community engagement, excellence, and stewardship are our core values. Engage in research, advocacy, organization, and education to promote healthy and affordable transportation. Join our movement for a healthier, more connected, and economically vital community.

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Advocating for Transit, Bicycling & Walking in Twin Cities

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  1. Advocating for TRANSIT, BICYCLING & WALKING in the Twin Citieswww.tlcminnesota.org

  2. Bringing people together in support of transit, biking & walking since 1996.

  3. Our Mission • We envision a Minnesota where people, employers, and communities can thrive because: • We have world-class public transit and communities designed for bicycling and walking • Agencies and policy makers put people first – not cars – and seize the full potential of transportation to improve quality of life. • A broad-based, diverse movement advocates for healthy and affordable transportation and supportive land use. • When we do this well, we are healthier, more connected and economically vital. CORE VALUES Visionary Leadership Equity Community Engagement Excellence Stewardship

  4. Research related to public investments in transit & related infrastructure • Educate the public and policy makers • Advocate for public policy changes • Organize supporters What does tlc do?

  5. Minnesota Transportation amendment 2006 First state-level dedicated funding for public transit: Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MVST) now dedicated strictly to transit and roads.

  6. Historic override of transit veto 2008 New region-wide ¼ cent Sales Tax for build-out of transitways: Successful legislative override of Governor’s veto. $90 M annually in 5-county metro

  7. Complete streets legislation 2010 MnDOT required to assess the needs of ALL users, including bicyclists & pedestrians, in roadway design.

  8. Bike Walk twin cities 0 Non-motorized Transportation Pilot Project (NTP) authorized by Congress in 2005: TLC administers competitive grant-making to Minneapolis and surrounding cities to increase biking & walking. • 75-miles of new bikeways & pedestrian facilities • Sibley Bike Library • Nice Ride bike sharing • Communications efforts • Design assistance

  9. Prepare fact-based reports & briefs • Educate the public & policy makers • Organize constituents • Lobby for change How does tlc do it?

  10. 10,000 members and growing What do tlc members do?

  11. Learn and Play Together • Regular meetings • Guest speakers • Timely topics What do tlc members do?

  12. Pre-session meetings with legislators • Testimony at committee hearings • Governor’s roundtable • Transit press conference Talk with Decision-Makers & Media What do tlc members do?

  13. Table at community events like active-living expos, bike rides, farmers markets, etc. • Phone banking to invite to forums Reach out to supporters & new friends What do tlc members do?

  14. Creative actions for the kid in all of us! What do tlc members do?

  15. 1995 – Founded by small group of advocates • 1996 – Incorporated as non-profit • 1997 – given 501(c)3 status by IRS & awarded grant • 1996-2000 – continue to build members & supporters • 2001 – hired professional Exec. Director In The beginning …

  16. Build new transitways & double the bus service In The beginning …

  17. Starting a movement for choices (1) It only takes ONE PERSON to get the movement started. Add a few more to build momentum. When the room is full, the movement is in motion! It begins with one Committed neighbor

  18. Starting a movement for choices (2) The vision must be clear & understandable. Be specific. Be consistent. Define the goal

  19. Starting a movement for transit (3) Debunk the myths. See the vision; be aspirational. Build a solid reputation. Get the facts out

  20. Starting a movement for choices (4) Donations from friends & allies. Community foundations. Partner with a fiscal agent. Don’t skimp on professionals, when needed. secure seed money

  21. Starting a movement for choices (5) A message is different coming from Transit for Livable Communities rather than “John & Barb”. Work with the media. Don’t be shy. Make a name for yourself

  22. Starting a movement for choices (6) Prepare talking points to share with allies. Deliver presentations in person. Communicate with volunteers & other supporters. Get the word out

  23. Starting a movement for choices (7) Get to know your state & local officials. Let them know you’re committed and that you have friends. Find legislative champions

  24. Starting a movement for choices (8) Transit Partners Metro Leaders for Transit Citizens for Southwest Complete Streets Coalition Build a broad-base of support

  25. Barb Thoman, Executive Directorwww.tlcminnesota.org

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