Comment:
Discussion and table on education and encouragement for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists and safety. Includes statewide and major city efforts to promote bicycling or walking, driver/bicyclist interaction education, bicycle manuals, bicycle enforcement in police training, and share the road campaigns. Also includes table showing major city education for youth and adults on bicycle and pedestrian safety, bike to work day events, open streets initiatives, and city sponsored bicycle rides.

Last Updated (Year): 2014

Year Produced: 2010

Abstract:

This is the fourth biennial Benchmarking Project which began in 2003. Researchers analyzed data from the 50 States and from 50 large and 17 small and midsized U.S. cities to document trends in bicycling and walking. This report uses case studies from around the world to illustrate efforts taken to support bicycling and walking. Chapter topics include: mode share, public health, safety, policies and funding, infrastructure, multimodal, programs, and personnel.

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Encouragement, Education

Ped Bike Activity:

• Programming
• Programming
• Engagement
• Encouragement

Ped Bike Topic:

• Safety Promotion
• Education

Resource Type:

• Information

Link to Content Source:

Bicycling and Walking in the United Stated 2014 Benchmarking Report