FEATURED STORY
Alabama Chapter Wins Separated Lane Approval
After 8 months of advocacy, Birmingham approves dedicated cycling infrastructure on Highway 280 corridor.
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ALABAMA FIELD OFFICE
287 Locals Against Road Bikers · Montgomery Station
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ALABAMA CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
287MEMBERS
3LOCAL CHAPTERS
8VICTORIES
ALABAMA CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)12+15% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED31.4 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED127.8 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED44.2 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$12100.0B
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.8 / 5 — 143 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Montgomery station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGERobert Jenkins
STATIONChapter President · Montgomery
ELECTRONIC MAILalabama@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(334) 555-0142
Join the Alabama chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
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CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
ALABAMA INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
Highway 280 Protected Lanes Approved
After 8 months of persistent advocacy, detailed safety presentations, and collaboration with Birmingham city officials, AARBAA secured approval for 15 miles of physically protected cycling infrastructure along the Highway 280 corridor from downtown to Highway 459.
IMPACT:
15 miles of protected lanes, $8.2M investment, estimated 67% reduction in cyclist-vehicle conflicts
Montgomery Downtown Bike Network Funding
Montgomery City Council approved AARBAA's comprehensive separated lane proposal for the entire downtown district, including protected infrastructure on Dexter Avenue, Commerce Street, and along the riverfront.
IMPACT:
8.5 miles of new protected lanes, $3.1M funding secured
Alabama DOT Adopts AARBAA Guidelines
State transportation department officially adopted AARBAA's recommended standards for separated cycling infrastructure on all new state highway projects, marking a major policy victory.
IMPACT:
Statewide policy change affecting all future road construction
+2 ADDITIONAL OUTCOMES ON FILE
SCHEDULED PROCEEDINGS · PUBLIC NOTICE
UPCOMING EVENTS IN ALABAMA
Birmingham Monthly Chapter Meeting
MEETINGJoin us for our monthly meeting to discuss ongoing Highway 280 protected lane implementation and plan our next city council presentation. All Birmingham-area residents welcome!
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Montgomery City Council Presentation
PRESENTATIONAARBAA members will present data on cycling safety improvements and advocate for expanded protected lane network in downtown Montgomery. Public attendance strongly encouraged to show community support!
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Mobile Safety Awareness Rally
RALLYCommunity rally to raise awareness about cyclist-motorist safety and the need for separated infrastructure along Mobile's waterfront corridors. Bring signs and invite friends!
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
INFRASTRUCTURE CASE FILES · OPEN MATTERS
INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES WE'RE ADDRESSING
I-65 Frontage Road Lacks Cycling Infrastructure
High-speed frontage roads along I-65 through Jefferson County force cyclists to share lanes with 55+ mph traffic without any protective barriers or dedicated space, creating extremely dangerous conditions.
- LOCATION
- I-65 corridor, Jefferson County
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Birmingham, Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Homewood
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Install physically separated bike lanes with concrete barriers on all I-65 frontage roads, similar to successful implementations in other states
- LAST UPDATED
- JANUARY 15, 2025
Mobile Bay Causeway Has No Protected Cycling Access
The Mobile Bay Causeway (US-98) provides the only direct route across the bay but offers zero protected infrastructure for cyclists, forcing dangerous sharing of narrow shoulders with high-speed traffic.
- LOCATION
- Mobile Bay Causeway (US-98)
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Mobile, Daphne, Spanish Fort
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Dedicated protected bike path separated from vehicle lanes, potentially utilizing existing bridge structure with barriers
- LAST UPDATED
- DECEMBER 3, 2024
Montgomery's Eastern Boulevard Mixing Zone
Eastern Boulevard serves as a major commuter corridor but lacks any separated cycling infrastructure, creating conflict zones where cyclists and vehicles compete for limited space during rush hour.
- LOCATION
- Eastern Boulevard, Montgomery
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Montgomery
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Protected bike lanes with physical separation on both sides of Eastern Boulevard from I-85 to downtown
- LAST UPDATED
- JANUARY 20, 2025
PUBLIC COUNTER · RESPONSES PREPARED IN ADVANCE
FREQUENTLY FILED INQUIRIES
How do I join AARBAA in Alabama?
Contact our chapter president Robert Jenkins at alabama@aarbaa.com or call (334) 555-0142. You can also fill out the contact form on this page to get involved with local advocacy efforts in Birmingham, Montgomery, or Mobile.
What does AARBAA do in Alabama?
The AARBAA Alabama chapter advocates for separated cycling infrastructure through city council presentations, community outreach, and collaboration with the Alabama Department of Transportation. We've successfully secured dedicated bike lanes on Highway 280 and throughout downtown Montgomery.
How many members does AARBAA have in Alabama?
We currently have 287 active members across 3 local chapters in Birmingham, Montgomery, and Mobile, making Alabama one of our fastest-growing southeastern chapters.
What are Alabama's biggest cycling infrastructure challenges?
Alabama faces unique challenges with high-speed rural highways, suburban sprawl in the Birmingham metro area, and inadequate cycling infrastructure on major corridors like Highway 280 and I-65 frontage roads.
Has AARBAA had any victories in Alabama?
Yes! Our biggest win was the approval of 15 miles of protected cycling lanes on the Highway 280 corridor in Birmingham, plus 8 additional infrastructure improvements across Montgomery and Mobile worth over $12 million in total investment.
When are Alabama chapter meetings?
Our Birmingham chapter meets the first Thursday of every month, Montgomery meets the second Tuesday, and Mobile meets the third Wednesday. All meetings are open to the public and we encourage concerned citizens to attend.
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ALABAMA CHAPTER GALLERY
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Ready to make a difference in Alabama? Fill out the form below to connect with your local chapter and start advocating for safer roads today!
FORM AAR-101 — REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
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PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE
CASE NO. AAR-C-0001
Sarah M. — Birmingham
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
James T. — Montgomery