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BUREAU OF ROAD FAIRNESS — OFFICE OF PUBLIC AWARENESS
ACTIVE — CARSON CITY STATION

FIELD OFFICE DOSSIER · DOCKET NO. AAR-NV-0028

NEVADA FIELD OFFICE

512 Locals Against Road Bikers · Carson City Station

QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-NV-0028

NEVADA CHAPTER IMPACT

QUARTERLY FIGURES
512MEMBERS
3LOCAL CHAPTERS
13VICTORIES

NEVADA CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS

CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)65-12% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED177 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED328 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED88 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$36M

PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.0 / 5 — 243 RESPONSES ON FILE

This dossier is complete to the extent the Carson City station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.

PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP

OFFICER IN CHARGEChristine Baker
STATIONChapter President · Carson City
ELECTRONIC MAILnevada@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(775) 555-0445

Join the Nevada chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.

PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION

VOICES FROM NEVADA

PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE

CASE NO. AAR-C-0001

“I watched a paceline take the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop three abreast on a Sunday climb and coast the descent like the road was theirs alone. I filed Form AAR-101 from the overlook. I intend to file it again.”

Marlene T. — Las Vegas

CASE NO. AAR-C-0002

“I have been writing the Carson City station about the weekend club rides on Lake Mead's Northshore Road since 2019. The file stays open. So do I.”

Gary P. — Henderson

FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION

LATEST FROM NEVADA

CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES

NEVADA INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES

INFRASTRUCTUREMARCH 15, 2024CARSON CITY

The Northshore Road Peloton 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 Carson City station logged a 38% drop in unsignaled group descents on Lake Mead's Northshore Road and an average 9-minute clearance gain at the Callville Bay pullout. Water-bottle recovery held steady at 3.7 per switchback on the Red Rock Scenic Loop.

LEGISLATIONJANUARY 20, 2024NEVADA STATE LEGISLATURE

Nevada 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

FUNDINGNOVEMBER 8, 2023NEVADA

Federal Grant Redirected to the US-95 Corridor

AARBAA Nevada 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 NEVADA

DATEDECEMBER 6, 2025

TIME7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

VENUECarson City Community Center

ADDRESS123 Main Street, Carson City

Carson City Station Monthly Convening

MEETING

Join us for our monthly chapter meeting where we'll discuss ongoing advocacy efforts, review recent incidents, and plan upcoming initiatives for safer roads in Nevada.

PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE

DATEDECEMBER 16, 2025

TIME10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

VENUECarson City State Capitol Steps

ADDRESS1 Capitol Avenue, Carson City

The Northshore Road Weekend Rally

RALLY

Stand 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

DATEJANUARY 11, 2026

TIME6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

VENUECarson City Public Library

ADDRESS456 Library Way, Carson City

Truckee River Path Yield Seminar

PRESENTATION

Educational 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

CRITICAL PRIORITYADVOCATING

The Fremont Street Contraflow Hazard, Las Vegas

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, Carson City
AFFECTED AREAS
Carson City
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
HIGH PRIORITYIDENTIFIED

Unlicensed E-Bikes on the Truckee River Legacy Trail

Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.

LOCATION
Nevada State Parks
AFFECTED AREAS
Carson City, 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 Nevada?

Joining AARBAA Nevada is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 3 chapters across the state with 512 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.

What does AARBAA do in Nevada?

AARBAA Nevada files comment on cycling conduct along US-95 and I-15, the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop, and Lake Mead's Northshore Road, and petitions the Nevada Department of Transportation for enforcement review. Our Carson City station maintains the FY2025 climb survey and forwards findings to municipal officials in Las Vegas and Reno.

How many members does the Nevada chapter have?

Our Nevada chapter currently has 512 dedicated members across 3 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more Nevada residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.

What are the main road safety challenges in Nevada?

Nevada's caseload concentrates on the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop switchbacks, the Northshore Road weekend rides, and the Las Vegas Strip pedestrian crossings, where the Carson City station recorded 3.7 shed water bottles per switchback in FY2025. Summer heat advisories on US-95 remain under review.

What victories has AARBAA Nevada achieved?

Our closed files include the Northshore Road Peloton Advisory of 2024 and the Las Vegas Strip sightline review. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.

When and where does the Nevada chapter meet?

The Nevada chapter holds regular meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 3 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

NEVADA CHAPTER GALLERY

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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101

JOIN AARBAA NEVADA

Ready to make a difference in Nevada? 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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