Transforming Central Florida into a Premier Biking and Walking Community! 
Communities that are unsafe for bicyclists and pedestrians not only miss out on opportunities for economic development but may also see negative economic impacts – including hefty healthcare costs. A new report from the Florida Department of Health measures the economic impact of bike/ped injuries statewide by looking at hospital […]
According to the Daily Commercial, Lake County roads could become more bicycle and pedestrian friendly in the next 20 years. Yesterday, the Lake-Sumter Metropolitan Planning Organization shared with county commissioners its transportation plan through 2040 with a focus on making streets more bike/ped-friendly. Shannon Hidalgo, a member of the board of […]
Did you know that National School Bus Safety Week is October 19-23? While school bus safety is a priority every day, the third week in October every year is specifically dedicated to promoting school bus safety nationwide. BWCF recently spent time with the Orange County Public Schools’ (OCPS) school bus operations team back […]
According to the Orlando Sentinel, construction to install storm drainage on Bumby Avenue will last until December 2016. The $7 million project, closing the stretch of Bumby Ave. between Colonial Dr. and Corrine Dr., will ease flooding and allow stormwater to quickly drain. But what makes cyclists frustrated about isn’t the […]
Attention all Central Florida motorists – Orange County has some feedback on your driving. Slow. Down. Especially in school zones. To get drivers to ease off the gas pedal, 19 radar feedback signs are slated for roads throughout Orange County. Radar feedback signs provide drivers with instant feedback on their […]