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BUREAU OF ROAD FAIRNESS — OFFICE OF PUBLIC AWARENESS
ACTIVE — CONCORD STATION

FIELD OFFICE DOSSIER · DOCKET NO. AAR-NH-0029

NEW HAMPSHIRE FIELD OFFICE

198 Locals Against Road Bikers · Concord Station

QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-NH-0029

NEW HAMPSHIRE CHAPTER IMPACT

QUARTERLY FIGURES
198MEMBERS
2LOCAL CHAPTERS
6VICTORIES

NEW HAMPSHIRE CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS

CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)56-10% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED130 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED250 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED65 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$20M

PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.0 / 5 — 66 RESPONSES ON FILE

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

PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP

OFFICER IN CHARGEEdward Morris
STATIONChapter President · Concord
ELECTRONIC MAILnewhampshire@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(603) 555-0267

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

PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION

VOICES FROM NEW HAMPSHIRE

PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE

CASE NO. AAR-C-0001

“Finally someone keeps records on the Kancamagus. My HOA in Nashua thought I imagined the foliage-weekend pacelines until the Concord station opened a file.”

Diane R. — Nashua

CASE NO. AAR-C-0002

“I do not understand how a peloton is permitted on I-93 through Franconia Notch at all. At least the Concord station writes it down.”

Walter B. — Manchester

FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION

LATEST FROM NEW HAMPSHIRE

CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES

NEW HAMPSHIRE INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES

INFRASTRUCTUREMARCH 15, 2024CONCORD

The Kancamagus Foliage 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 Concord station logged a 41% drop in unsignaled switchback passes on the Kancamagus Highway (NH-112) and an average 11-minute clearance gain at the Hancock Overlook. Arm-warmer recovery held steady at 3.3 per foliage weekend.

LEGISLATIONJANUARY 20, 2024NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE LEGISLATURE

New Hampshire 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, 2023NEW HAMPSHIRE

Federal Grant Redirected to the I-93 Corridor

AARBAA New Hampshire 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 NEW HAMPSHIRE

DATEDECEMBER 6, 2025

TIME7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

VENUEConcord Community Center

ADDRESS123 Main Street, Concord

Concord 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 New Hampshire.

PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE

DATEDECEMBER 16, 2025

TIME10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

VENUEConcord State Capitol Steps

ADDRESS1 Capitol Avenue, Concord

The Kancamagus Foliage 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

VENUEConcord Public Library

ADDRESS456 Library Way, Concord

Cotton Valley Rail Trail 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 Elm Street Contraflow Hazard, Manchester

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, Concord
AFFECTED AREAS
Concord
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 Cotton Valley Rail Trail

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

LOCATION
New Hampshire State Parks
AFFECTED AREAS
Concord, 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 New Hampshire?

Joining AARBAA New Hampshire is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 2 chapters across the state with 198 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.

What does AARBAA do in New Hampshire?

AARBAA New Hampshire files comment on cycling conduct along I-93 through Franconia Notch, the Kancamagus Highway (NH-112), and the Everett Turnpike, and petitions the New Hampshire Department of Transportation for enforcement review. Our Concord station maintains the FY2025 foliage-weekend survey and forwards findings to municipal officials in Manchester and Nashua.

How many members does the New Hampshire chapter have?

Our New Hampshire chapter currently has 198 dedicated members across 2 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more New Hampshire residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.

What are the main road safety challenges in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire's caseload concentrates on the Kancamagus Highway overlooks, the Franconia Notch climbing lanes, and the Cotton Valley Rail Trail crossings, where the Concord station recorded 3.3 unretrieved arm-warmers per foliage weekend in FY2025. Winter shoulder conditions on I-93 remain under review.

What victories has AARBAA New Hampshire achieved?

Our closed files include the Kancamagus Foliage Advisory of 2024 and the Loudon Road sightline review in Concord. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.

When and where does the New Hampshire chapter meet?

The New Hampshire chapter holds regular meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 2 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

NEW HAMPSHIRE CHAPTER GALLERY

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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101

JOIN AARBAA NEW HAMPSHIRE

Ready to make a difference in New Hampshire? 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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