Safe Routes Scoop

Walking and bicycling are among the most important activities for both living a healthy lifestyle and engaging in environmentally friendly practices. During the summer, when the weather gets warm, there is often a sharp increase in the amount of people walking and bicycling throughout New Jersey. With this in [...]

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced the grant solicitation period for the 2022 Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program is open, with applications being accepted now through October 14, 2021. The SRTS program is funded through the Federal Highway Administration’s Federal Aid Program and is administered by the [...]

The New Jersey Department of Transportation, the NJ Safe Routes Resource Center, and the eight Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) in NJ are pleased to announce the 2021 School recipients and 2021 Municipal recipients of the NJ Safe Routes Recognition Program! These winners are recognized for their commitment and support of the Safe Routes program by enabling and encouraging walking and bicycling [...]

If you live or work in Bergen or Monmouth counties, or urban areas of Passaic, Essex and Union Counties, EZ Ride TMA is your Transportation Management Association (TMA). EZ Ride seeks to improve access, reduce congestion and promote economic growth by working with business, government agencies, schools, and other [...]

If you live or work in either Mercer or Ocean County, Greater Mercer TMA is your Transportation Management Association (TMA). Greater Mercer TMA (gmtma.org) delivers programs and services that promote and provide transportation choices designed to reduce congestion, improve mobility, increase safety and further sustainability. GMTMA partners with schools [...]

If you live or work in Hudson County, Hudson TMA is your Transportation Management Association (TMA).   The Hudson TMA offers resources and tools to encourage families to walk and bike more often, and to do so safely. These efforts help to lower carbon emissions, reduce traffic and improve our health and the environment. [...]