Bicycle Planning
According to a 2003 U.S. Department of Transportation survey of more than 9,600 adults, 73% of respondents would welcome new and/or improved bicycle facilities such as bike lanes and bike paths. Unfortunately, many roadways in the Baltimore region do not provide an acceptable level of service and safe access for bicycles, according to a 2004 Baltimore Metropolitan Council study.
Having safe access for people – young and old – who want to bike for pleasure or bike to work is important for our region. Bicycling is a healthy mode of transportation, helps reduce traffic congestion, and increases quality of life. However, it is essential that when people do go out for a bike ride, they can do so safely. Through the planning process, we work to improve conditions in the region.
The goal of bicycle planning at the local level is to provide for bicycle travel within a community, encouraging more bicycling and at the same time reducing the number of serious bicycling crashes and injuries. Such efforts typically mean focusing on small-scale improvements and local environments.
Improving Bicycle Access in the Baltimore Region
Here are a few of the efforts currently underway across the region to improve conditions for bicycling:
Don’t see your community listed? Check with your local planning department to see what they are doing to improve conditions in your area!
Learn more…
- Bicycle and Pedestrian Level of Service Evaluation - Evaluates the suitability, or Level of Service, for bicycling and walking on a network of 1400+ miles of roadway in the Baltimore region. (pdf: 1,306 KB)
- Baltimore Regional Action Plan 2001: A Plan for Bicycling and Walking in the Baltimore Region. - Recommendations within this report will result in a network of on-road and off-road routes that support bicycling and walking for transportation and recreation purposes.
For more information:
Heather Strassberger, hstrassberger@baltometro.org or 410-732-0500 x1025.
Links within this web site:
Report bicycle and pedestrian hazards online!
Hazards such as broken sidewalks, speeding traffic, and faded crosswalks can be very dangerous to people biking and walking.
Use our online form to let us know where a problem is or to make a suggestion.
Last Updated on Friday, 18 February 2011 13:20