Comment:
Case Study: 'Improving Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure through Advocacy in Memphis, Tennessee': Focus on using a community group to improve the maintenance of bicycle and pedestrian facilities and improve walkability. Discusses partnership creation and community engagement.

Last Updated (Year): 2015

Year Produced: 2015

Abstract:

This guide is intended to assist residents, parents, community association members, and others in getting involved in making communities safer for pedestrians and bicyclists. The guide includes facts, ideas, and resources to help residents learn about traffic problems that affect pedestrians and bicyclists and to find ways to help address these problems and promote safety among all road users. The guide includes information on identifying problems, taking action to address pedestrian and bicycle concerns, finding solutions to improve safety, and resources to get additional information.

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Engineering, Encouragement

Ped Bike Activity:

• Programming
• Programming
• Encouragement
• Community Engagement

Ped Bike Topic:

• Community Action
• Case Study
• Advocacy

Facility Type:Temporary Fix, Sidewalks, Driveway Crossing, Crossings, Bike Lanes

Urban Context:Urban

Resource Type:

• Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Resident’s Guide for Creating Safer Communities for Walking and Biking