The South Coast Bikeway Alliance will hold its 5^th annual Bicycle Summit on Thursday, March 26.

This year, Former Olympian and Boston “bicycle czar” Nicole Freedman will be the keynote speaker. Since 2007, Freedman has been instrumental in increasing the popularity of bicycling in the city of Boston and transforming the city into one of the best cities for cycling.

Rep. Bill Straus, chair of the House Transportation Committee, will report on the new administration's commitment to healthy transportation and give an update on recent legislation in support of MASSDOT's Complete Streets (streets that accommodate vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles.)

All who have an interest in bicycling for recreation, alternative transportation, promotion of tourism and economic development on the South Coast are welcome to attend this free event at White’s of Westport.

A welcoming reception begins at 6 p.m. The speakers program begins at 6:30 p.m. and concludes at 7:30 p.m., followed by a social hour in White's Galley Grill. Pre-registration is appreciated. Go to www.southcoastbikeway.com click on "events calendar" or call Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District at 508-824-1367 and ask to speak to Bicycle Coordinator Jackie Schmidt.