GVSA Articles

Letter to Grand Junction City Council - changes to bicycle parking requirements

July 15, 2026 City Council City of Grand Junction 240 N. 5th Street Grand Junction, Colorado 81501 To: Grand Junction City Council The Grand Valley Streets Alliance recommends that the City Council postpone a decision on changes to requirements for bicycle parking and storage until a collaborative solution can be reached. We understand the need to reduce building costs in order to make houses more affordable, but the proposed changes would do little to reduce costs while inc

Grand Valley Streets Alliance

6 days ago2 min read

Bike Parking Standards Are At Risk

As the City Council meeting on July 15th approaches, many community members are worried about the logistics of keeping their bicycles safe due to the amendments to the Zoning and Development Codes. These amendments have eliminated the original plan for secure enclosed long-term storage for multiresidential units, opting instead for a basic form of public right-of-way easement parking. Predominately these change may leave many individuals without adequate protection for their

Grand Valley Streets Alliance

Jul 102 min read

The 9th Street Project

Grand Junction City Council and city members have made some great strides for a development plan on 9th Street! Colorado Mesa University has collaborated with the city to incorporate it through campus. There are ideas for cycle tracks and light crossings for path users as well as protected bike lanes. As the project is planned for 2027 and 2028 they are looking for public feedback and support for the plan. This will be covered at the July 15th City Council meeting, making it

Grand Valley Streets Alliance

Jun 292 min read