Watch the following informational video from the City of Austin and learn more about what Austin’s Proposition 1 bonds are all about.

Listen to Mayor Lee Leffingwell explain why he supports voting for Proposition 1.

Read why the Austin Chronicle has joined over 40 organizations in endorsing Proposition 1.

October 14, 2010 – City of Austin Proposition 1: Yes

“The issuance of $90,000,000 in tax supported general obligation bonds and notes for … roads and streets … sidewalks, bikeways, and other bicycle and pedestrian mobility infrastructure … and the levy of tax sufficient to pay for the bonds and notes.”

The “Austin Mobility Bond” is an admittedly modest step toward a truly multimodal regional transportation system that directs resources toward alternative forms of transportation in addition to basic roadways – the latter, in fact, having largely reached potential capacity within the central city. We support this interim bond measure, and we support the city’s overall attempt to redirect transportation resources in a multimodal direction; the longer we wait, the more difficult it will be and the more it will cost. Austin’s transportation political history is littered with missed opportunities; the Mobility Bond is a cost-effective, broadly based attempt to get moving again in the right direction.

http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Issue/story?oid=oid%3A1097802

Still have questions? Check out our Proposition 1 Frequently Asked Questions page and view the list of projects funded by Proposition 1. Remember: Voting FOR Proposition 1 will not raise your taxes!

October 14, 2010 – City of Austin Proposition 1: Yes

“The issuance of $90,000,000 in tax supported general obligation bonds and notes for … roads and streets … sidewalks, bikeways, and other bicycle and pedestrian mobility infrastructure … and the levy of tax sufficient to pay for the bonds and notes.”

The “Austin Mobility Bond” is an admittedly modest step toward a truly multimodal regional transportation system that directs resources toward alternative forms of transportation in addition to basic roadways – the latter, in fact, having largely reached potential capacity within the central city. We support this interim bond measure, and we support the city’s overall attempt to redirect transportation resources in a multimodal direction; the longer we wait, the more difficult it will be and the more it will cost. Austin’s transportation political history is littered with missed opportunities; the Mobility Bond is a cost-effective, broadly based attempt to get moving again in the right direction.

http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Issue/story?oid=oid%3A1097802

Get Austin Moving Press Release: October 13, 2010

Community Leaders Gather to Underscore Importance of Improving Dangerous Impassable Pathways

Proposition 1: Accessible Sidewalks

Austin, Texas – Disability, school and community leaders gathered today to highlight the importance of improvements to a dangerous pathway along a busy stretch of North Lamar and to encourage voters to approve Proposition 1 on the fall ballot. If approved, Prop 1 will fund construction of a sidewalk at this site and create safe, accessible sidewalks across Austin without raising taxes. The event was held just feet from a dirt track that is dangerously close to busy North Lamar, but heavily used by students traveling to school and neighborhood residents commuting to work and shopping at nearby stores.

“As a principal, my highest priority is ensuring the safety and welfare of my students. Construction of a sidewalk at this location and other dangerous sites in our community is critical to ensuring that every student has a safe way to travel to school,” said Principal Rafael Soriano, McBee Elementary School.

Prop 1: Safe Sidewalks for Families

“There may be nothing more important than safe sidewalks to protect the lives and improve the health of our children,” added Fernando Martinez, Safe Routes to School Program Manger, Bike Texas.

Prop 1 would provide $90 million for road, sidewalk, trail and bikeway projects without requiring a tax increase. This includes over $10 million to construct safe, accessible ADA-compliant sidewalks at the site on North Lamar and in neighborhoods throughout the city. Visit www.GetAustinMoving.com for a list of projects.

“Prop 1 is an investment in the future accessibility and safety of our great city. Whether we’re walking or rolling to the bus stop, driving the kids to school or biking around town, transportation facilitates all of these activities,” said Boone Blocker, Transportation Bond Citizens Task Force Member. “Sidewalks play a lead role in making the City truly accessible for those with disabilities,” he added.

Prop 1: Connectivity for Cyclists

According to a study by the City of Austin, there are over $800 million in projects necessary to bring the City’s sidewalk network into ADA compliance, including over 4,000 miles of needed improvements.

“Support for Prop 1 is diverse and growing. Businesses, nonprofits, neighborhood association and individuals throughout the city agree that a Vote FOR Prop 1 is a vote for a safer Austin, more transportation options, less congestion and cleaner environment,” said Jeb Boyt, Alliance for Public Transportation & Austin Metro Trails and Greenways.

Over 35 organizations endorse Prop 1 including ADAPT, Chamber of Commerce, Sierra Club, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Clean Water Action, Travis County Democratic Party, and Sustainable Neighborhoods.

The countdown has begun! We need your help to ensure the passage of Proposition 1, which will fund new road, sidewalk, trail and bikeway projects across Austin. Here are 10 ways you can spread the word. Thanks for your support! Early voting is Oct. 18 through Oct. 29 & Election Day is Nov. 2.

1. Email 10+ friends, family members and co-workers & encourage them to vote for Prop 1.

2. Ask your neighborhood association, local business, or club to endorse Prop 1. Use our sample form!

3. Donate to the Get Austin Moving Campaign at www.GetAustinMoving.com/donate.

4. Place a yard sign in your lawn and encourage others to do the same. Sign up here.

5. Distribute info cards & flyers at meetings and events. Download examples here.

6. Write an article for your neighborhood association, club or organizational newsletter.

7. Submit a 150-word letter to the editor on the Austin American Statesman’s website. Do it here!

8. Post information and add a link to www.GetAustinMoving.com on your website or blog.

9. Join the Get Austin Moving Facebook page.

10. Follow @getaustinmoving.com on Twitter.