Bike and Pedestrian Planning
Introduction
Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee
2010 Bicycle Plan
Bicycle Plan Implementation (seperate webpage)
Introduction
While investment in road and transit improvements are major components of the Northwest Municipal Conference’s strategy to improve mobility in our region, it is just as important to provide non-motorized transportation options for those traveling within and between our communities. Our members have been proactive in planning for the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians. The Northwest Municipal Conference has taken an active role in several initiatives to enhance the biking and walking environment in our communities.
We strongly believe that the benefits of providing bicycle and pedestrian facilities more than justify their cost. The need for safe facilities has become readily apparent. More and more of our citizens, ranging from children biking to local schools and parks to health conscious adults to seniors citizens who are no longer able to drive to nearby amenities, are choosing to engage in biking and walking to get around their communities. Health benefits from the increase in physical activity pay dividends for both the individual and society. In addition, people who no longer opt to drive short trips are saving the air by leaving their vehicles parked.
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee
The NWMC Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee meets monthly, traditionally on the third Tuesday of the month.
Next Meeting: 10:30 a.m., February 21, 2012
Previous Meeting: January 24, 2012
Agenda
Draft Bicycle Signage Plan (updated for NWMC Board)
Draft Northwest Highway Bicycle Facility Plan
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2010 Bicycle Plan
In 2009, the NWMC hired the Active Transportation Alliance (Active Trans) to work with NWMC staff and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee to prepare the 2010 NWMC Bicycle Plan. The goals of the plan, as set out by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, were to produce a more detailed corridor analysis and an implementation strategy for regional bicycle facilities. Complementing these larger goals are recommendations for preparing local bike plans; creating bike safety, education, and encouragement programs; installing regional signage; and pursuing grant opportunities. This plan represents the most detailed bicycle planning effort yet prepared by the conference. Building on previous bicycle planning work and relying on the hard work of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, the Active Trans, municipal staff and elected officials, this document will act as a guide for planning and implementing bicycle facilities in the NWMC service area.
In December 2010, the NWMC Board unanimously approved the 2010 Northwest Municipal Conference Bike Plan. You can download the Plan below:
NWMC 2010 Bicycle Plan Documents
Full Copy of NWMC Bicycle Plan (13 mb)
NWMC Bicycle Plan Map (5 mb)
Due to the file size, it is recommended that you right click on these links and save them to your hard drive one file at a time. If you have trouble downloading these documents, please contact Chris Staron (
cstaron@nwmc-cog.org or 847.296.9200).
For information about implementation of the 2010 Bicycle Plan, please click here.