Walkin’ in a winter wonderland ❄️ December 2025 newsletter
What if the future looks like… kids winning safer streets? When City Council proposed new rules for safety in school zones, Russell was ready to take action for himself and his fellow students. Drawing on what he learned in BikeWalkKC’s Community Transportation Academy, Russell told council members that children, especially those with disabilities, need safer […]
KCMO Bans Right Turn on Red in School Zones – What Does It Mean?
Overview The KC metro has seen a number of high profile crashes in recent months involving young children. In response, KCMO adopted an ordinance banning right turn on red (RTOR) in school zones. BikeWalkKC pushed for better language that aligns with our efforts to make streets safer for e-bike and scooter users. In recent months, […]
Photos from World Day of Remembrance 2025
Kansas Citians rally to remember friends and family injured or killed by traffic violence.
Creating a Safer Environment for E-Bikes and Scooters
Overview Safe e-bikes are being confused with dangerous e-motos on our streets. BikeWalkKC believes a focus on infrastructure, education, and regulation are needed to address this. A collaborative approach involving parents, schools, and decision makers can create a safer environment for everyone. Read on for more information. The recent news of fatal and serious crashes […]
Tips for a safer Halloween (it’s not glow sticks)
You have probably heard that Halloween is the deadliest day of the year for child pedestrians. And you’ve probably heard the safety tips: Don’t wear masks, don’t wear dark colors, do wear reflective tape and carry glow sticks. Those aren’t bad suggestions, but they place the entire responsibility of avoiding tragedy on the child. Meanwhile, […]
(Update: take the survey before 11/11!) Learn more about the 3rd District Mobility Plan
UPDATE 10/29/25: Take the survey! Click here to take the 3rd District Mobility survey Whether our not you attended the meeting in October, you are invited to take the 3rd District Mobility Survey and give your feedback on potential improvements for people who walk, bike, scooter, or use wheelchairs or other mobility devices. Your experience […]
Nothing spooky about safe streets! October 2025 newsletter
All aboard the Hale Cook Elementary Bike Bus! Kiley Sutter has led his share of rides as the owner of Velo Garage in North Kansas City, but his newest bike club is a team effort: “I already loved riding to school with my daughter, so the idea of starting a bike bus made a ton […]
Overland Park considers Bike Share
Learn more about what’s being proposed and share your thoughts. Overview The City of Overland Park is exploring a possible bike share pilot for the city. The pilot would see 60 electric bikes deployed at 6 hubs along Metcalf Avenue. Coupled with existing electric bikes at the Aspiria Campus, this would give Overland Park 100 […]
When Dad had to give up driving, he had to give up his freedom
By Amy Scrivner, BikeWalkKC Director of Development Five years ago, our family had to take the car keys away from my dad. It remains one of the worst things I’ve ever done to another human being. It meant he had to leave his home in the suburbs and move to an assisted living facility. Dad […]
Hale Cook launches KC’s first bike bus ahead of Bike to School Day Oct. 8
By Ellen Schwartze, School & Community Engagement Coordinator Just in time for International Bike/Walk to School Day, Hale Cook Elementary, part of Kansas City Public Schools, has launched a bike bus for students. According to data from Bike Bus World, it’s the first bike bus in the Kansas City metro area. The new program is […]