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CRTI 2024 – Trail Network Organizations Convene In St. Louis to Learn About the Brickline Greenway
Once again the Bicycle Coalition participated in the Collaboration of Regional Trail Initiatives (CRTI). CRTI is an annual conference facilitated by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council for trail network advocates and managers that includes the Circuit Trails...
Statement: Mayor Parker and City Council Approves the FY25 Budget that Decreases the Vision Zero Budget line by 60%
Despite signing an Executive Order supporting the goal of zero traffic fatalities Mayor Parker’s budget shows a lack of forethought. PHILADELPHIA - On Thursday, June 13th City Council voted to pass Mayor Parker’s first budget for FY 2025. This budget includes a 60%...
BCYC’s Spring Program Wrap-Up and Scavenger Hunt Fun Day
Over the past 12 weeks, our dedicated youth have embarked on a journey of growth, skill-building, and camaraderie, culminating in a spectacular celebration this past weekend at the Sedgley PorterHouse. We couldn’t have asked for better weather to mark the end of our...
Advocates and Legislators call on the Legislature to legalize life saving bicycle infrastructure- 2024
Parking Protected Bike Lanes are proven to increase bicycle ridership and reduce serious and fatal crashes HARRISBURG – Families of traffic crash victims, road safety advocates, Elected Officials and community members gathered on Tuesday, June 4th to call for action...
A Year of Momentum: The Circuit Trails Annual Report is Now Available!
The Coalition’s work is only possible thanks to the collective support of individuals like you across our communities in the Greater Philadelphia Region—Join, Renew, or make a One Time Donation today, so we can continue programming and advocacy for better, safer, and...
Rally in Jersey City Opposing S2292: A Stand for Micromobility Rights
Background In February, S2292 was referred to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee; meanwhile, an identical bill A3359 has been introduced into the NJ State Assembly. These bills aim to regulate low-speed electric bikes and e-scooters in New Jersey. The...
Rain or Shine: Cyclists Turn Out for Bike Week 2024
Last week, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia marked National Bike Safety Month with two community events, Ride of Silence and Bike to Work and Wherever Day, highlighting the importance of funding and expanding safe bicycle infrastructure to create a...
A Day of Youth Cycling Brilliance!
The BCYC Hustle N' Ride event at Hunting Park was nothing short of spectacular, and the weather was on our side! In a week filled with rain, May 11th stood out as a sunny, rain-free day. Thanks to our partnership with the 25th Precinct, we had exclusive access to the...
Let’s Go! Come ride with us at our Neighborhood Bike Hubs in 2024
Spring has sprung at the Bicycle Coalition’s two Neighborhood Bike Hubs. Check out ways to participate in Neighborhood Bike Hub programming during the 2024 season. We have opportunities for kids and adults to learn to ride, to ride in a group, or for adults to ride...
Philadelphia Releases a Bike Lane Expansion Report for 2023
To kick off Bike Month the City of Philadelphia's Office of Multimodal Planning released an update on the implementation of the High-Quality Bike Network. The High-Quality Bike Network is the City's planning vision for the year 2040, aiming to create a network...
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