Transportation options. Safe streets.
Walkable neighborhoods. For everyone.
BEST stands for Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation. We’re a nonprofit that advocates for better public transit and other transportation options, safe streets, walkable neighborhoods, accessible bicycle infrastructure, and more.
We believe everyone in our community has a right to get where they need to go safely and efficiently. We also believe it is important to speak and act together. We partner with private, nonprofit and governmental organizations to work toward a Triple Bottom Line of prosperity, people and planet.
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Current priorities
Better Transit
Consultant Jarrett Walker talks about transit that is “useful” and “abundant” — service that maximizes access for the greatest number and diversity of people. We are working towards this ideal with our own Lane Transit District.
Safe Routes for All
Building on Oregon’s landmark “Bike Bill,” we are working with partners statewide to pass Senate Bill 395 to invest more state funding in safety for people walking or bicycling.
Climate Change
In Oregon, 40% of greenhouse gas emissions come from transportation. BEST is working for federal and state policies and funding to support local efforts to slow climate change linked to recent tragic wildfires.
Latest news
Support investments in safe, clean, fair transportation for all Oregonians
This week, submit oral or written testimony to support the Transportation Reinvestment Package (TRIP), House Bill 2025—and call for improvements.
Coffee with Earl Blumenauer: Building Community in Uncertain Times
On May 29, join former Congressman Earl Blumenauer for an informal discussion with public officials, transportation activists, and university scholars about transportation funding challenges and opportunities and what we can do together locally.
Bike Happy Hour in May with Shane Rhodes
On Wednesday, May 21, 5–7 pm, at Gratitude Brewing, discuss electric mobility with featured guest Shane Rhodes, Transportation Options Program Manager for the City of Eugene.
Public invited to learn about transportation while having fun
If you liked Eugene Sunday Streets, you’ll love the Better Ways Block Party! On Sunday, May 18, 1 – 5 pm, come to the Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza to learn about safe, healthy, affordable, and clean ways to travel.