Hi there! This site is a blog for things walkability, bikeability, and livability in Columbia, West Columbia, Cayce, and the greater Midlands. It’s where you’ll find advocacy updates, practical resources, and real ways to take action. If it helps make our region safer or more enjoyable to move through, you might find it here. ### Did you know that Columbia’s is ranked as the **12th most dangerous city in the U.S. for pedestrians**, according to [Smart Growth America’s *Dangerous by Design* report (2024)](https://smartgrowthamerica.org/dangerous-by-design-2024/)? That’s unacceptable. But we also know how much potential this place has. We’re inspired by [Strong Towns](https://www.strongtowns.org/), a national movement focused on making communities stronger, safer, and more financially resilient. We’re proud to carry that same energy here at home. --- ## What We Stand For We want safer, more livable streets in Columbia, Cayce, West Columbia and beyond. We want better connectivity. And we want a beautiful network of paths and greenways across the Midlands that is safe and open for all. Here’s how we approach this work: - We are **nonpartisan**. We don’t get pulled into national debates or culture wars. We stay focused on what matters right here: safer streets, better sidewalks, and stronger connections between our communities. - We try to keep things **easy to understand**. Clear, plain information that helps people speak up and take action. - Everything we share is **verifiable and backed with data**. That’s how we build trust with neighbors, staff, and elected officials. - We stay **respectful and constructive**. We focus on systems, not people. We believe in fixing what’s broken, not tearing others down. --- [**Cola Town Bike Collective**](https://colatownbikes.com) created this site as part of our ongoing advocacy to make the Midlands safer and more connected for people walking, biking, and using transit. We are proud to work alongside our partners: - [Palmetto Cycling Coalition](https://pccsc.net) - [WalkBikeCola Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/983784855034611) - AACT Coalition - Cayce, WeCo --- Want to support or get involved? - Join the [Cola Town Bike Collective Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/130292110380225) - Email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) - 💸 Donate or consider a [membership to the Cola Town Bike Collective](https://colatownbikes.com/donate/) Let’s keep building a safer, healthier, more connected Midlands Current Calls to Action - Archive - [[Gervais Street RSA Public Comment Needed]] - [[Why We're Hosting a Screening of The Street Project]] - [[Williams Street Extension - Public Comment Needed]] - [[The Williams Street Extension May Be The Most Important Street Project in Columbia]] - [[Devine Street Public Comment Needed]]