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The latest news from Philadelphia’s active transportation advocacy scene – and how you can get involved!
Automated Speed Cameras will be expanded to Broad Street
Last week, City Council passed bill # 240434 enabling automated speed cameras on the entire length of Route 611/Broad Street. This is the first corridor of five allowed in the state legislation passed in December 2023. In 2023 the PA legislature passed HB 1284, making...
Sunlit paths they ride, Mom and son breeze in their hair, Laughter fills the air
“Hridhaan said he had so much fun in class today… He is so stoked! We went on our first bike ride together today! I’ve been waiting to ride a bike with him for so long, have long chats and enjoy the breeze!” We love to see when our kids learn to ride classes spark joy...
BCYC All Star Summer Season Blasts Off!
Earlier this week, we kicked off our BCYC All Star summer season with great excitement and enthusiasm! Building on the momentum from our highly successful Spring season, where nearly 120 youth completed our 12-week program, we were thrilled to announce that 43...
A Map That Overlays Regional Trails over Regional Rails
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...
Wheels Rolling at Be A Gem Crossing
Nothing says summer like riding a bike with your friends. Kids at Be a Gem Crossing did just that last Friday after the bell rang on the last day of school. Through a growing partnership between the Bicycle Coalition and North 10, over 30 kids and adults got to ride...
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...
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