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BEST joins organizations across the nation in supporting Senator Ed Markey’s (D-MA) transformative bill to measure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled (VMT).

BEST will be at the table representing taxpayers in Lane County.

BEST supports better transportation services in both urban and rural parts of Lane County.

Initially skeptical—some of us are “old school”—BEST sees e-bikes as an excellent solution to multiple transportation problems.

BEST supports safe, practical, and attractive transportation options for all people and needs.

EUGENE, OR (September 29, 2023) — During the National Week Without Driving, October 2–8, 2023, Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (BEST) invites public officials, transportation professionals, advocates, and others to learn firsthand the challenges those without access to a personal vehicle face daily.

During the National Week Without Driving, October 2–8, 2023, BEST invites public officials, transportation professionals, advocates, and others to learn firsthand the challenges those without access to a personal vehicle face daily.

EUGENE, OR (August 1, 2023) — Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (BEST) is inviting people and businesses to see how Franklin Boulevard is functioning for everyone today.

EUGENE, OR (July 24, 2023) — Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (BEST) is inviting people and businesses to share their perspectives on how well Franklin Boulevard is functioning for everyone today.

BEST supports people having choices in how to get around, as different people have different needs. E-scooters are a good option for some people for some shorter trips. BEST also believes people riding e-scooters—like people driving, biking, or walking—should act responsibly. BEST supports recently announced changes to the City of Eugene’s e-scooter pilot program.