Less than 20% of local jobs are accessible via public transit, ranking us 90th out of the top 100 metro areas in the United States. A public forum on June 13th will address the problem and possible solutions. The Brookings Institution recently issued the report Missed Opportunity: Transit and Jobs in Metropolitan America, which found that […]
Speak up for walking and bicycling in the Northland
Attention Northland walkers and cyclists! The City is starting a new master plan for the Nashua and Gashland areas, and we need to make sure bicycling and walking are included. This week is the first public meeting of an eight month process for the Nashua/Gashland Area Plan, and it’s your first opportunity to speak up […]
Leawood kicks off Bike Week with new Complete Streets policy
Last night the Leawood City Council kicked off Bike Week by adopting the first Complete Streets policy in Johnson County and the fourth in the metro area. The new policy includes several elements intended to make the city’s streets begin to include all users, not just motorists: All new streets and reconstructed streets will be planned to includes all users, as […]
Bike Week 2011 – See how a bike can change your point of view
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 11, 2011Contact: Sarah ShipleyPhone: 202 577 7141Email: sarah.shipley@bikewalkkc.orgWebsite: http://www.bikewalkkc.org May is Bike Month. Car Free Challenge is May 14th-20th. Bike Week is May 16th-22nd. National Bike to Work Day is May 20th. Dump the pump and save money – Celebrate Bike Week in Kansas City. Kansas City, MO – May 11, 2011 […]
State legislative updates
April is bringing great progress on bicycle and pedestrian policy reform in both of our state capitals. Kansas just adopted a 3 foot passing and dead red law, while a Missouri Complete Streets is moving forward. KansasGovernor Sam Brownback is now signed a bill requiring motorists to pass bicyclists with at least 3 feet of […]
April 2011 Newsletter
BikeWalkKC is teaming up with partners across the region to present greater Kansas City’s 6th annual Bike Week. This is your opportunity to sample all things bicycle-related around the metro area. Whether you’re into racing, bike commuting, mountain biking, fixed gear, or just want to learn how to get around town safely – we have something for […]
Advocacy Alert: KCK Complete Streets, Lee’s Summit Road, Woodsweather Road, Old Northeast KCMO, and more
Speak up for walking and bicycling in your community This week there are some important opportunities for area residents to support better policies and facilities for walking and bicycling. A little bit of your time goes a long way towards making our communities more livable. Woodsweather Bridge – Tuesday, March 29thThe City of KCMO […]
KCK/Wyandotte County considers Complete Streets policy
Ride to the Commission meeting. Details and RSVP. Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS is poised to become the third metro city with a Complete Streets policy, joining Kansas City, MO and Lee’s Summit. Local advocates led by the Rosedale Healthy Kids Initiative are asking for KCK residents to speak up in favor of the proposal. The […]
March Newsletter
Free Class, Sat. March 29: Maintain Your RideLearn some great tricks and tips for keeping your bike running trouble-free. Clips of FaithNew Belguim’s film and beer festival returns for a second installment on May 26th.www.bikewalkkc.org/clips Bike Week May 14th-22ndBike Week will once again showcase all aspects of the local bicycling community. Mark your calendars, start […]
Advocacy Alert: Woodsweather Road sidewalks and bike lanes
Cyclists and pedestrians needed to speak up for sidewalks and bike lanes on new Woodsweather Road bridge in Downtown Kansas City, MO. The City is drafting plans to replace part of Woodsweather Road just west of the Broadway Bridge. It’s a key Bike KC route and important pedesrian and bicycle connection between the West Bottoms, […]