Bicycling is a fun and healthy form of transportation and physical activity, bringing many benefits to both the cyclist and to his or her community. It is also the first independent mode of travel for many children, aside from walking. Bicycling requires skill, technique, and an awareness of the rules of the road that is […]
Halloween is a great opportunity for parents and their children to take to the streets to explore their community and meet their neighbors. However, as little monsters, ghosts, and goblins come out to play on Halloween, kids and parents should take a few extra precautions to remain safe during the spooky night out. While trick-or-treating […]
New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) will receive applications until October 8, 2018 for several of NJDOT’s Fiscal Year 2019 State Aid programs, with increased assistance and information sharing as part of the Department’s Commitment to Communities Initiative. The initiative is designed to ensure local governments succeed in delivering transportation projects that improve the quality of life […]
October is Walk and Bike to School Month. Students, parents, school staff, and community partners across the country will celebrate and promote the benefits of walking to school. How will your school participate? The beginning of the school year is a perfect time to start planning and gathering support. Walk to School Month is an […]
The deadline for Safe Routes to School Infrastructure grant applications has been extended to September 18, 2018! Check out NJDOT’s press release regarding the extension. The new application deadline extension allows communities who have not yet completed Student Arrival and Departure Tallies time to do so once the new school year has begun. Student Arrival and […]
