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Unveiling Pandemic-Driven Shifts in Walking and Bicycling

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, research from the Voorhees Transportation Center (VTC) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, has brought about two studies that explore how physical activity habits have changed in New Jersey. These studies offer insights into pandemic-driven shifts in active travel. Understanding [...]

January 21st, 2024|

USDOT Awards 23 More SS4A Grants in New Jersey

The United States Department of Transportation announced on December 13 its full list of awardees for the Fiscal Year 2023 round of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) competitive grant program. Among the 620 communities across the United States to receive funding are 23 from New Jersey, [...]

December 21st, 2023|

NJ Bicycle & Pedestrian Resource Center: 2023 Year in Review

The New Jersey Bicycle & Pedestrian Resource Center (NJBPRC) experienced a dynamic and eventful 2023. Supported by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) with funds from the Federal Highway Administration, NJBPRC engaged in a variety of activities and initiatives over the past year which ranged from providing technical [...]

December 14th, 2023|

The Case for Complete Streets for Complete Communities

In the quest to create vibrant and livable communities, road design has a major impact on development, safety, and public health. How can allocating road space differently help make communities healthier? Complete streets are designed and operated to prioritize safety, accessibility, and convenience for all users, regardless of age, [...]

November 20th, 2023|
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