US 69 Bridges over the Missouri River

Project information for the new US 69 Bridge over the Missouri, replacing the Fairfax/Platte Purchase Bridges and including a new bicycle/pedestrian path.

Midtown sidewalks blocked by traffic control signage

The sidewalks along Belleview in Midtown are once again blocked by signs warning motorists of road closures related to the construction at the West Edge project. The photos below are represtentative of conditions on every block of Belleview between Westport Road and Ward Parkway, on both sides of the street. This is a violation of […]

BikeWalkKC hosts Midwest advocates for national training

BikeWalkKC recently had the honor of hosting the Alliance for Biking and Walking's WInning Campaigns training, an intenstive boot camp in planning effective advocacy campaigns. We were joined by a diverse group of advocates from three states. Organizatinos represented included the Topeka Community Cycle Project, KanBikeWwalk, Tulsa Hub, Bike Walk Tulsa, the Sierra Club's Thomas […]

Lee’s Summit gets national recognition as Bicycle Friendly Community

Congratulations to the City of Lee's Summit for being recognized today as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. This coveted designation honors cities that provide facilities, policies, and programs to support people who bike for transportation, recreation, and fitness.  Lee's Summit has become a regional leader with the metro's […]

Be careful, sun glare is back again

Shorter days mean more of us are commuting during times of significant sun glare. Here are some tips to keep everyone safe – people who walk, people who bike and people who drive automobiles. People who walk When crossing the street, be aware of drivers that are facing into the sun, as they will have […]