Safe Routes Scoop

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Even though it might still be warm outside, school is back in session this week!  The weather is perfect for children and their parents to walk and bike to and from school.  Walking to school is a healthy habit that benefits the whole community, Being active on the way to [...]