WABA's Mission
The mission of the Washington Area Bicyclist Association is to create a healthy, more livable region by promoting bicycling for fun, fitness, and affordable transportation; advocating for better bicycling conditions and transportation choices for a healthier environment, and educating children, adults, and motorists about safe bicycling.
WABA's Goal
A fully integrated transportation system. One that links transit, trails, bicycling, and walking facilities to connect the places you live, work, and play. Make your community a place you can ride anywhere you want to go—safely.
"WABA is making a strong statement that bicyclists are an important component of transportation in the District, as they reduce congestion and contribute to the health of the city and all of its residents." - Former DC Mayor Anthony Williams
Current Priorities
- Complete Streets policies in DC and in Montgomery County, MD
- Construction of the Metropolitan Branch Trail and Anacostia Trail
- Increase miles of bike lanes striped across region
- Promote bike sharing service in DC
- Identify funding for a Bike Plan for Fairfax County
- Reconstruction of the Rock Creek Trail
- A Bike Coordinator for Prince George's County, MD
- Protect the Custis Trail from the widening of I-66
- Ensure a bike-friendly transportation center in Silver Spring
- Improve training of police officers and bus drivers
- Expand Bike Safety programs in Northern Virginia
