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Traveling during the winter months is a chore, but for those who choose to walk, bicycle, or use transit during the winter, it’s less of a chore and more of an outright obstacle. While the state, counties, and municipalities often [...]
The New Jersey Department of Transportation’s (NJDOT) Safe Streets to Transit (SSTT) program was introduced in 2006 as an important component of the Pedestrian Safety Initiative by then Governor Jon Corzine. The program provides $5 million as a means to [...]
This 2002 report provides an investigation of possible changes in design standards for highways passing through New Jersey communities. Through case studies and surveys, the study team discovered a burgeoning national movement away from strict reliance on highway design [...]
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Resource Center is proud to present our favorite moments in active transportation news from New Jersey in 2013, in no particular order. From becoming the leader in Complete Streets to providing communities with new resources to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety, 2013 was a great year for walking and biking in New Jersey.
The NJDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Resource Center (BPRC) recently released a new primer, “Advancing Complete Streets for Neurodivergent Individuals.” Synthesizing information from a comprehensive literature review and interviews with subject matter experts, the primer provides an overview of the [...]
The Jersey Shore possesses some of the most scenic bicycling terrain in the state. From Sandy Hook to Seaside Heights, Long Beach Island to Atlantic City, and as far south as Cape May, there are boardwalks, bicycle lanes, and [...]
The New Jersey Department of Transportation’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Resource Center (NJDOT BPRC) experienced a dynamic and eventful 2024. Supported by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) with funds from the Federal Highway Administration, NJDOT BPRC engaged in [...]
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 [...]
The City of Plainfield, New Jersey, participated in the 2022-2023 North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) Complete Streets Technical Assistance (CSTA) Program. This report identifies several recommendations to promote bicycling and walking as a means of travel by creating [...]
Seaside Heights Borough, New Jersey, participated in the 2022-2023 North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) Complete Streets Technical Assistance (CSTA) Program. This report identifies several recommendations to promote walking as a means of travel and improve the pedestrian experience [...]
The Borough of Bound Brook, New Jersey, participated in the 2022-2023 North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) Complete Streets Technical Assistance (CSTA) Program. This report identifies several recommendations to promote walking as a means of travel and to improve [...]
In 2022, Belleville Township sought the expertise of the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) Complete Streets Technical Assistance (CSTA) Program to help install a temporary demonstration project next to a Township school. Demonstration projects are an approach to [...]
Active transportation modes are gaining popularity in the United States. They can enhance both physical and mental health while helping to reduce transportation congestion, air pollution, and carbon emissions. Micromobility modes are a part of active transportation. “Micromobility” refers [...]
2022 was an exciting year for the NJ Bicycle & Pedestrian Resource Center (BPRC). NJBPRC, supported by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) through funds provided by the Federal Highway Administration, was involved in numerous activities and engagement [...]
What are Complete and Green Streets? Complete & Green Streets are part of a movement where municipalities, counties and states adopt policies that require road engineering and design projects to consider the everyone who uses the roadway, while addressing [...]
Education & Outreach The education and outreach committee dealt with topics of behavior such as editing the Driver’s Education Manual. This subcommittee is currently on hiatus and may return as needed in the future. See below meeting notes and [...]
Design & Infrastructure The design & infrastructure subcommittee deals with topics on the built environment such as Complete Streets. See below meeting notes, work products, and presentation materials. Chair Michael Dannemiller, Middlesex County Office of Planning [...]
On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). BIL/IIJA includes significant funding for new transportation programs that could dramatically increase access, mobility and safety [...]
NJDOT Local Bicycle/Pedestrian Planning Assistance Program The New Jersey Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Master Plan has a vision for New Jersey as a place where people choose to walk or bicycle with confidence and a [...]
Photo Library Check out our photos from various Complete Streets Projects, Bike Rodeos, and more! Click the red button below to go to follow our Flickr account and see more photos. NJBPRC Flickr Account [...]