Pedestrian & Bicycle Committee

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Upcoming Ped/Bike Events in the Region:

Regional Kick Off of Great Outdoors Week – Pittsburgh’s Market Square – Wednesday, May 14th, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Pittsburgh Bike to Work Day, Friday, May 16th, for more information visit www.bike-pgh.org

Venture Outdoors Festival, Saturday, May 17th,  for more information visit www.ventureoutdoors.org

Pedal Pittsburgh – Sunday, May 18th , for more information, visit www.pedalpittsburgh.org

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About

Encouraging safe, efficient travel for pedestrians and cyclists is an important part of SPC's role as a regional transportation agency. Bicycling and walking offer excellent commuter options that support our overall mission to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality. Communities that are pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly are also “livable,” providing residents with opportunities for recreation and community-enhancing economic development.

SPC’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee addresses issues of concern and pursues priority improvements of regional significance. This committee is composed of representatives from SPC-member counties, the City of Pittsburgh, transit agencies, PENNDOT, trail organizations, and advocates for pedestrians, bicyclists, and persons with disabilities.

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2007 Activities

In 2007, SPC’s Pedestrian-Bicycle Committee continued its work with trail groups to enhance linkages within the region’s network of pedestrian and bicycle trails. SPC also continued to work with Bike Pittsburgh, the City of Pittsburgh and others to promote bicycle commuting in the region. To help gather information on the pedestrian and cycling needs of the region, SPC utilizes a series of web-based survey forms (see navigation menu in upper right) for cyclists and pedestrians to provide information to the Pedestrian-Bicycle Committee on road or trail hazards or missing links, as well as other topics and suggestions.In 2007, over 700 people provided on-line input.

For more information about the Ped/Bike Committee, contact Sara Walfoort at (412) 391-5590 x339 or e-mail swalfoort@spcregion.org.

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