The Orange County Transportation Authority and the City of Mission Viejo are moving forward with an idea many residents in Fullerton have been asking for years: safer, more connected streets designed for people, not just cars.
On Saturday, May 16, Mission Viejo will host the “Pedal La Paz Road” Bikeway Demonstration Event, temporarily converting part of La Paz Road into a protected bikeway experience between Marguerite Parkway and Veterans Way. Residents will be able to bike, scoot, and roll through the corridor while experiencing firsthand what safer street infrastructure could look like. (The first 50 youth riders will receive a FREE bike helmet while supplies last!)
The event is more than a recreational ride. It is a public demonstration of how cities can rethink wide arterial roads and prioritize safety, accessibility, and mobility for everyone — including families, children, and everyday cyclists.
The project is tied to OCTA’s Bikeways Connectivity Study, which is exploring Class IV protected bike lanes separated from vehicle traffic by barriers, curbs, or parking buffers. These types of lanes have become increasingly common in cities that view cycling as a legitimate transportation option rather than an afterthought…