FEATURED STORY
Atlanta Approves Major Cycling Infrastructure Overhaul
Georgia chapter's 2-year advocacy campaign results in $18M separated lane project.
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GEORGIA FIELD OFFICE
734 Locals Against Road Bikers · Atlanta Station
QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-GA-0010
GEORGIA CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
734MEMBERS
4LOCAL CHAPTERS
18VICTORIES
GEORGIA CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)72-9% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED210 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED384 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED105 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$47M
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.1 / 5 — 242 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Atlanta station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGEKimberly Washington
STATIONChapter President · Atlanta
ELECTRONIC MAILgeorgia@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(404) 555-0512
Join the Georgia chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION
VOICES FROM GEORGIA
FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION
LATEST FROM GEORGIA
CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
GEORGIA INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
The GA-400 Merge Advisory of 2024
Successfully advocated for the separation of bicycle and vehicle traffic on major thoroughfares, reducing dangerous interactions and improving traffic flow for the majority of road users.
IMPACT:
The Atlanta station logged a 41% drop in unsignaled merges at the GA-400 on-ramps and recovered 7.1 abandoned inner tubes per trailhead along the Silver Comet Trail in the FY2025 sweep.
Georgia Codifies the Cyclist Accountability Act
Landmark legislation requiring cyclists to carry liability insurance and register their bicycles, ensuring accountability for road incidents and providing compensation for victims.
IMPACT:
First state-level cyclist insurance requirement in the region, expected to generate $2M annually for road safety programs
Federal Grant Redirected to the I-285 Perimeter Corridor
AARBAA Georgia helped secure a federal infrastructure grant prioritizing vehicle safety improvements and traffic flow optimization over recreational cycling projects.
IMPACT:
$15 million in funding redirected from bike lanes to critical road repairs and safety improvements
SCHEDULED PROCEEDINGS · PUBLIC NOTICE
UPCOMING EVENTS IN GEORGIA
Atlanta Station Monthly Convening
MEETINGJoin us for our monthly chapter meeting where we'll discuss ongoing advocacy efforts, review recent incidents, and plan upcoming initiatives for safer roads in Georgia.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
The Silver Comet Trail Shoulder Rally
RALLYStand with us as we rally for safer roads and responsible cycling policies. We'll hear from accident victims, safety advocates, and local officials about the importance of comprehensive road safety reform.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Skidaway Road Yield Seminar
PRESENTATIONEducational presentation on road safety statistics, dangerous cycling behaviors, and how community members can advocate for safer streets. Q&A session included.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
INFRASTRUCTURE CASE FILES · OPEN MATTERS
INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES WE'RE ADDRESSING
The Peachtree Street Contraflow Hazard, Atlanta
The current bike lane configuration creates blind spots for turning vehicles and encourages cyclists to ride against traffic, leading to numerous near-misses and accidents.
- LOCATION
- Main Street, Atlanta
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Atlanta
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Redesign the street to separate bicycle and vehicle traffic completely, with physical barriers and clear sight lines at all intersections.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Unlicensed E-Bikes on the Atlanta BeltLine
Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.
- LOCATION
- Georgia State Parks
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Atlanta, Statewide
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Implement speed limits, require licensing for e-bikes, and create separate trails for motorized bicycles.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
PUBLIC COUNTER · RESPONSES PREPARED IN ADVANCE
FREQUENTLY FILED INQUIRIES
How can I join AARBAA Georgia?
Joining AARBAA Georgia is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 4 chapters across the state with 734 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.
What does AARBAA do in Georgia?
AARBAA Georgia files comment on cycling conduct along the Atlanta BeltLine, the Silver Comet Trail, Freedom Parkway, and GA-400, and petitions the Georgia Department of Transportation for enforcement review. Our Atlanta station maintains the FY2025 trailhead survey and forwards findings to municipal officials in Atlanta, Savannah, and Athens.
How many members does the Georgia chapter have?
Our Georgia chapter currently has 734 dedicated members across 4 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more Georgia residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.
What are the main road safety challenges in Georgia?
Georgia's caseload concentrates on the Silver Comet Trail trailheads, where the Atlanta station recorded 7.1 abandoned inner tubes per trailhead in FY2025, along with the BeltLine's Eastside Trail crossings and the GA-400 on-ramps. Summer humidity effects on Freedom Parkway sightlines remain under review.
What victories has AARBAA Georgia achieved?
Our closed files include the GA-400 Merge Advisory of 2024 and the Freedom Parkway sightline review in Atlanta. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.
When and where does the Georgia chapter meet?
The Georgia chapter holds regular meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 4 chapter locations to ensure all members can participate. Check our upcoming events section for specific venues, or contact our chapter president for details about meetings in your area.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RECORDS · EVIDENCE LOCKER
GEORGIA CHAPTER GALLERY
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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101
JOIN AARBAA GEORGIA
Ready to make a difference in Georgia? 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
REV. 07/2026 · APPROVED FOR PUBLIC USE · FILE IN DUPLICATE
CROSS-REFERENCES · RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE 7
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE
CASE NO. AAR-C-0001
Eugene P. — Atlanta
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
Loretta W. — Athens