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Articles written by: Anna Rutherford

BIKE 5 2025
BIKE 5

Central Florida Showed Up: Highlights from BIKE 5 2025

More than 300 riders came out on Saturday, October 25, 2025, to celebrate the ninth annual BIKE 5, Bike/Walk Central Florida’s signature ride showcasing the power of safe, connected streets. What began as a small, local ride nine years ago has grown into a beloved regional tradition rooted in community, mobility, and the belief that […]

BWCF Board - Mark Levy
Community Spokespeople

Welcoming Our Newest Board Member: Master Police Officer Mark Levy

Bike/Walk Central Florida is proud to welcome Master Police Officer Mark Levy to our Board of Directors, bringing decades of public service, cycling expertise, and community leadership to our mission of creating safer, more connected places for people who walk, bike, and roll. Officer Levy is a United States Air […]

BWCF Programs / Press Release

Nominations Open for Bike/Walk Central Florida’s 3rd Annual Wheel of Achievement Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Celebrating Bike & Pedestrian Policy, Infrastructure, and Advocacy in Central Florida  Orlando, Fla. – Bike/Walk Central Florida (BWCF), in partnership with the Florida Bicycle Association (FBA), is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 3rd Annual Wheel of Achievement Awards. These awards recognize individuals, […]

Vulnerable Road User Law
Community Spokespeople

Florida’s Vulnerable Road User Law Is Saving Lives

One year ago today, on July 1, 2024, Florida made history. Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 1133, the Vulnerable Road User Act, into law after nearly a decade of determined advocacy. For organizations like Bike/Walk Central Florida (BWCF) and our partners across the state, it was a hard-won victory and […]

WTS Citizen Transportation Advocate
Community Spokespeople

Kayla Mitchell Named Citizen Transportation Advocate of the Year at WTS Central Florida’s 2024 Banquet

We are thrilled to announce that Kayla Mitchell, Bike/Walk Central Florida’s (BWCF) Controller, was honored with the Citizen Transportation Advocate of the Year award at the WTS Central Florida Annual Scholarship & Awards Banquet held on December 4, 2024. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to […]