Success Elsewhere and in the U.S.
It is possible to transition away from car dependence. It is possible to transition away from car dependence. Many cities in Europe and Asia have accomplished this. Some cities in North America are getting close.North American Cities
Even in North America, cities like Montreal, Vancouver, Davis, and Minneapolis are taking huge strides. Vancouver already has a 50% walk-bike-transit mode share, Montreal is investing in 200 km of new bike lanes, and bikes are about 20% of the mode share in Davis, California.
Oulu, Finland & Oslo, Norway
The same basic recipe for success has been used in both Finland and Norway, both places that, like Boulder, have significant winter weather. The key, of course, is plowing streets well in the winter, an area in which Boulder is likely to make real progress, having recently acquired new plows capable of plowing narrow bike lanes. The City is also looking to make improvements to its response to snow and ice. More on this effort can be found here.
Amsterdam, Netherlands & Copenhagen, Denmark
Both the Netherlands and Denmark are famed for having successfully transitioned away from car dependence in and around major cities like Amsterdam and Copenhagen. In both cities, this has been achieved by reallocating roadway space to enable safer walking and biking, building high-quality mass transit, and providing both secure bike parking and ample bike rentals for the last mile.
Resources
Report a Maintenance Problem, City of Boulder
City of Boulder: To report a street maintenance related problem (potholes on the bike path, paths blocked by snow), complete the form and provide your contact information.
Report County Road Service Issue
Boulder County: To report a street maintenance related problem (potholes on the bike path, paths blocked by snow), complete the form and provide your contact information.
Report an Aggressive Driver
If you find yourself in a situation with an aggressive driver, remember you can dial *CSP (*277), free of charge. Report “real time” aggressive driving behavior to the Colorado State Patrol.
Report a Close Call – Inquire Boulder
Have you had a close call with a bicycle, pedestrian or motorist? This data is important and used in analysis of the safety of our streets.
Bike Theft Prevention & Registration
Learn tips and tricks for preventing your bicycle from being stolen, like registering your bike on Bike Index and knowing which lock to use how to properly use it.
Join the Advocacy Committee
We aspire to help Boulder become a dynamic and sustainable city that maximizes the safety, comfort, and convenience of its residents and prioritizes long-term environmental stewardship.