The City of Mesa announced on Mar. 30 that its MesaMoves Program will celebrate Valley Bike Month in April with a series of free community events aimed at promoting safe cycling and active transportation for residents of all ages.
Valley Bike Month is intended to encourage people to consider cycling as a healthy, sustainable way to get around the city. The initiative features activities designed for both new and experienced riders, highlighting the city’s commitment to safety education and active lifestyles.
Events include “Smart Cycling FUN-damentals” classes on April 2 and April 29, which are beginner-friendly sessions teaching participants how to plan rides, prepare their bicycles, and navigate city streets safely. On April 10, MesaMoves will host a Helmet Pop Up at the Downtown Mesa Association’s Sunset Market from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., where free helmets will be distributed while supplies last. The program also features a community ride on Bike-to-Work Day scheduled for April 15; riders will depart from Lehi Park at 7 a.m. and arrive at the Plaza at Mesa City Center for breakfast, refreshments, and free T-shirts while supplies last.
MesaMoves is operated by the Transportation Department along with outreach volunteers who provide free community events, safety classes, educational kits, bike maps, and helmets. According to the official website, Mesa promotes community engagement and informed citizen participation in decision-making through such initiatives according to the official website.
Mesa has more than 515,000 residents and ranks as the thirty-sixth largest city in the United States according to the official website. The city delivers essential services including public safety, utilities, parks, arts programs, libraries, cultural offerings and airport operations according to the official website. It operates under an incorporated council-manager government established in the mid-20th century where citizens elect a mayor and six council members while administrative functions are managed by a city manager according to the official website. Spanning across one hundred thirty-eight square miles within metropolitan Phoenix according to the official website, Mesa continues its efforts toward improving quality of life through such programs.
For more information about upcoming activities or registration details related to Valley Bike Month events or other transportation initiatives in Mesa visit mesaaz.gov/mesamoves.
