FEATURED STORY
Oklahoma City Approves Separated Lane Master Plan
10-year infrastructure vision puts cyclist and motorist safety first.
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OKLAHOMA FIELD OFFICE
356 Locals Against Road Bikers · Oklahoma City Station
QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-OK-0036
OKLAHOMA CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
356MEMBERS
3LOCAL CHAPTERS
10VICTORIES
OKLAHOMA CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)61-13% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED153 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED289 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED77 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$28M
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 3.9 / 5 — 125 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Oklahoma City station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGEBarbara Hayes
STATIONChapter President · Oklahoma City
ELECTRONIC MAILoklahoma@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(405) 555-0401
Join the Oklahoma chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION
VOICES FROM OKLAHOMA
FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION
LATEST FROM OKLAHOMA
CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
OKLAHOMA INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
The Lake Hefner Trail 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 Oklahoma City station logged a 41% decline in unannounced trailhead departures at the Lake Hefner boathouse and recovered 4.6 spent CO2 inflator cartridges per trailhead in the FY2025 survey.
Oklahoma 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-44 Corridor
AARBAA Oklahoma 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 OKLAHOMA
Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
The Route 66 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
Lake Hefner Trail 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 Classen Boulevard Contraflow Hazard, Oklahoma City
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, Oklahoma City
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Oklahoma 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
Unlicensed E-Bikes on the Lake Hefner Trail
Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.
- LOCATION
- Oklahoma State Parks
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Joining AARBAA Oklahoma 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 356 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.
What does AARBAA do in Oklahoma?
AARBAA Oklahoma files comment on cycling conduct along the I-44 corridor, the historic Route 66 alignment through Catoosa, and the Lake Hefner Trail in northwest Oklahoma City, and petitions the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for enforcement review. Our Oklahoma City station maintains the FY2025 trailhead survey and forwards findings to officials in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
How many members does the Oklahoma chapter have?
Our Oklahoma chapter currently has 356 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 Oklahoma residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.
What are the main road safety challenges in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma's caseload concentrates on the Lake Hefner Trail departures, the Route 66 shoulder near Catoosa, and the Tulsa RiverParks Trail crossings, where the Oklahoma City station recovered 4.6 spent CO2 inflator cartridges per trailhead in FY2025. Cross-wind conduct on I-44 remains under review.
What victories has AARBAA Oklahoma achieved?
Our closed files include the Lake Hefner Trail Advisory of 2024 and the I-44 shoulder sightline review near Tulsa. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.
When and where does the Oklahoma chapter meet?
The Oklahoma 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
OKLAHOMA CHAPTER GALLERY
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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101
JOIN AARBAA OKLAHOMA
Ready to make a difference in Oklahoma? 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
Wanda J. — Oklahoma City
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
Roy T. — Tulsa