San Diego Bike Ride and Mobility Assessment on March 13th, 2026

Join us for a bike ride and mobility assessment along the San Diego River Trail! Register for the March 13 event.

Engage with San Diego’s Transportation and Energy Initiatives

Join Us For A Bike Ride & Mobility Assessment!

Circulate San Diego has teamed up with the San Diego River Park Foundation’s One-Mile Action Crew for an insightful Community Mobility Assessment on Friday, March 13th at 3:30 PM. Participants will cycle along the San Diego River Trail, starting from Old Town and turning back at Grant Park. This route is key for evaluating infrastructure gaps while experiencing the scenic trail. Registration is hosted by the San Diego River Park Foundation on their event page.

Transit Permitting Reform Round Table: Insights and Innovations

Join Circulate CEO and General Counsel Colin Parent at a panel on transit permitting reform, organized by the Metropolitan Abundance Project, on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 11 am PT. Discover why transit permitting in the U.S. poses challenges with excessive local requirements and how reforms could streamline processes. Experts such as Marco Chitti from NYU and Kirk Hovenkotter from Transportation Choices Coalition will share insights from Italy, Washington State, and California.

Marco Chitti will discuss Italy’s “Conference of the Parties” transit construction permitting model.

Kirk Hovenkotter will examine challenges and legislative solutions for Sound Transit’s light rail in Washington (read more).

Colin Parent will highlight California’s case studies and legislative efforts to enhance transit delivery (learn more).

Significant Investment in Local Clean Energy

San Diego Community Power and San Diego Foundation have announced a $750,000 investment in clean energy projects across the region. Nonprofits and tax-exempt organizations are invited to apply by March 6 at 5 p.m. PT for the Community Clean Energy Grants program aimed at promoting clean energy, green jobs, and sustainability initiatives in San Diego. Stay updated through their LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook pages.

Participate in the MTS Fare Change Survey

The Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is considering changes to fares and services due to a budget deficit, potentially affecting transit quality in San Diego. Surveys frequently indicate that riders prefer fare increases to service cuts. MTS is currently gathering public feedback on these proposed fare changes.

SDSU Mission Valley River Park: A Community Gem

The SDSU Mission Valley River Park is an ideal location for events, offering excellent active transportation links close to the newly renovated trolley plaza at MTS Stadium Station. Featuring a 2-mile hike and bike loop, the park connects to SDSU with 1.5 miles of dedicated bike lanes. Unique in its funding model, the park operates without taxpayer subsidies, and reservations for small groups can be made online. Special thanks to SDSU for supporting Circulate San Diego’s mission of safer streets and sustainable growth.