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trevin @trevinflickinger.com · 5d

BINGO!

Still time to participate in @transitcolumbus.org #WeekWithoutDriving activity and be entered for some free swag 😎

a filled out bingo card with transit related items

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Families for Safe Streets @familiesforsafestreets.org · 6d

Who are non drivers?

@nrdc.org repport finds:

-34 million disabled people
-47 million young people (over 10 who don't own cars)
-5.6 million people who are 75+
-Millions of others who don't own their own vehicle

#WeekWithoutDriving

www.nrdc.org/resources/wh...

Who Doesn’t Have a Car?

A new NRDC map shows car-free living and the factors affecting car usage in United States.

www.nrdc.org

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trevin @trevinflickinger.com · 6d

Submit written testimony by noon today!

Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 7d

Two things you can do ⬇️

Link for template: docs.google.com/document/d/1a70EtyEfZqM1Cvo-x2T8IKSfAwP6wELhJ1QdNpz4vrw/edit?usp=sharing

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 7d

Two things you can do ⬇️

Link for template: docs.google.com/document/d/1a70EtyEfZqM1Cvo-x2T8IKSfAwP6wELhJ1QdNpz4vrw/edit?usp=sharing

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 7d

But here's the thing…there are some huge gaps in the policy as it's currently written, and we need your help to push for some final changes that would make this policy enforceable, transparent, and accountable.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 7d

We need your help now to win a citywide policy for safe streets!

Tomorrow, Oct. 2 at 5pm, City Council is hosting a public hearing on adopting a Complete Streets policy, which would make designing our streets for the safety and comfort of all road users the default in our city.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 8d

People don’t talk enough about fun it can be!

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 8d

Good evening for enjoying the sky and sights along the Olentangy Trail 😌

#WeekWithoutDriving

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 8d

We encourage you to swap your car rides with the bus, bike, or walking (even if it’s only a couple trips). You can play along at home with our BINGO and be entered to win some swag!

#WeekWithoutDriving

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Ben Keith @benlk.com · 8d

It's the national #WeekWithoutDriving, so grab a bingo card from @transitcolumbus.org, load up your @transit.app account, and play along!

Rules: transitcolumbus.org/wwd-bingo
Printable card: static1.squarespace.com/static/614ff...
And here's a card randomizer: bingobaker.com/view/9495502

2025 Week Without Driving bingo card: No bingos yet, but 11/25 squares are filled. I'll need to actually ride the bus some to really flesh this out.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 8d

Hey y’all 👋 Trevin here from the TC board. Tonight was the perfect night for a bike ride to get tacos and visit friends.

#WeekWithoutDriving

Bearded man smiling in a Tigers Tshirt and bike helmet

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Ben Keith @benlk.com · 8d

It's the national #WeekWithoutDriving, so grab a bingo card from @transitcolumbus.org, load up your @transit.app account, and play along!

Rules: transitcolumbus.org/wwd-bingo
Printable card: static1.squarespace.com/static/614ff...
And here's a card randomizer: bingobaker.com/view/9495502

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 10d

See y’all downtown today! If you see a @transitcolumbus.org volunteer in a yellow vest, say hi! 👋

a sunny high street downtown columbus with a bus on the side

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 11d

when it’s almost spooky season

Greaphic with text at the top that says “CARS are FUCKING Dumb REPLACE CARS WITH BATS.”

below the text are four overhead views of three lane roads. one shows all three lanes filled with cars. one demonstrates the efficiency of buses by showing that one bus full of people only takes one small part of one lane. the third shows how little space roughly 50 people would take up if standing on the same road. and last view shows a road full of bats.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 11d

Tomorrow! 😎

Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 12d

Join us this Sunday for another Open Streets event!

people skating on an open street

UnderCurrent: Walk, Roll, and Play
Sunday, September 28, 2025 12 pm - 4 pm
High & Gay Streets, Downtown Columbus
Join us in the streets for a FREE celebration of all things community and alternative transit!
Enjoy the Roll Lane, food trucks, music, activities and more.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 12d

Join us this Sunday for another Open Streets event!

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Michael Coyle @oplopanax.ca · 13d

being forced to drive because there are no transit options.

Thee Spooky BlackSky👨🏾‍🍳 @xavierbeloved.blacksky.app · 14d

Ayo serious Question
Quote this with your biggest pet peeve about Driving

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · 13d

Interesting in volunteering for the Open Streets event this weekend?

Sign up with us to manage the roll lane! 🚲

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Sep 5

This month we'll give updates on Complete Streets, bike and pedestrian forums, and more. Plus we'll share some details about how to get engaged with some exciting upcoming events. Check out the calendar for storytelling in transit training opportunities next week.

transitcolumbus.org/events

Agenda
• Intro & welcome
• Updates
• Columbus bike and pedestrian forum
• Complete Streets
• Week Without Driving
• Mobility Justice Advocacy
Summit
TRANSIT COLUMBUS

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Sep 5

Join us for our monthly meeting - Tuesday, September 9th at 7pm in Meeting Room 1A at the Main Library on Grant. All are welcome; no prior knowledge or advocacy experience needed!

Transit Columbus flyer on yellow background
September Meeting
September 9
7:00-8:30pm
Main Library Room 1A
All are welcome!

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Aug 24

TC volunteers came out to support today’s Open Streets event! Loved seeing so many familiar faces, meeting new folks, and getting to enjoy the space for people, not cars.

The next Open Streets events will be Sunday, September 28 from 12-4 and Sunday, October 26 from 11-4. See you there!

a group of six Transit Columbus volunteers wearing high-visibility vests. they’re standing next to a sandwich-board sign at the entrance to the Open Streets event in downtown Columbus, OH. the sign reads “Welcome to Open Streets” and points to a “toll lane” on the right and a “stroll lane” on the left.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Aug 11

This month we’ll give updates on bike lanes, street safety projects, and other improvements by the city of Columbus. Plus we’ll share some details about how to get engaged with some exciting upcoming events. Looking forward to seeing you all!

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Aug 11

Join us for our monthly meeting this Tuesday, August 12 at 7pm - Meeting Room 1A at the Main Library on Grant. All are welcome–no prior knowledge or advocacy experience needed.

Transit Columbus August 2025 Meeting flyer on a dark purple background with a lighter purple grid pattern. The flyer reads: August Meeting. August 12, 7:00-8:30pm, Main Library, Meeting Room 1A. All are welcome.

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Jul 31

Not only are cars a massive expense for most households, but they’re creating/perpetuating a debt crisis for a growing number of people.

Forced car dependency causes unnecessary financial strain, especially for low and middle income folks.

www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

Column | More Americans are car poor as they misjudge trade-in math and pile on debt

More than 1 in 4 consumers owe more on their car loans than the vehicle is worth, while car payments of $1,000 have reached a record high.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Jul 28

No COTA fares tomorrow, July 29th, after National Weather Service issues a Heat Advisory

cota.com/blog/cota-an...

COTA ANNOUNCES NO FARES FOR TUESDAY, JULY 29 AFTER NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ISSUES HEAT ADVISORY - COTA: Central Ohio Transit Authority

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will suspend fare collection system-wide for Tuesday, July 29, due to the National Weather Service Forecast Office issuing a Heat Advisory in Franklin County....

cota.com

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Transit Columbus @transitcolumbus.org · Jul 24

We regret to inform you the Butter Bus is not real, but a fake AI image