1-26-26 Bike/Ped Meeting Packet

BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Menomonie City Hall 800 Wilson Avenue 1st Floor, City Council Chambers 5:30PM Monday January 26, 2026 Regular Meeting 1. Call to Order (Minimum 3 members present). 2. Public Comments (agenda items only). 3. Minutes from October 27 , 2025 Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting – discussion and possible action. 4. Introduction of New Committee Member Rebecca Thacker – discussion only (no action). 5. Appoint Application Manager to oversee Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion and possible action. 6. Discuss Division of Duties and Timeline for Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion and possible action. 7. Items of Concern – discussion only (no action). 8. 2026 Calendar – discussion only (no action). 9. Set Next Meeting Date/Time – discussion and possible action. 10. Adjourn. “PUBLIC ACCESS” NOTE: Members of the public may observe the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee meetings via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81549559848. Meetings are not recorded. Notice is hereby given that members of the Common Council may be present at the foregoing meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. This constitutes a meeting of the Common Council pursuant to State ex rel. Badke v. Greendale Village Board, 173 Wis.2d 553, 494 N.W.2d 408 (1993) and must be noticed as such, although the Common Council will not take any formal action at this meeting. NOTE: Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities. For additional information or to request the service, contact the City Clerk or the City Administrator at 232-2221. PLEASE CONTACT PAM at (232-2221 x1000) or pwildner@menomonie-wi.gov IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE MEETING. MENOMONIE BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (BPAC) October 27, 2025 The Menomonie Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee met on October 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers (800 Wilson Ave) and by Zoom. Committee members in attendance included: Mark Mastalir, David Williams, and Burton Barnard. Absent were Kate Hearth and Kate Kramschuster. Also in attendance: David Schofield and John Wesolek. No one attended by Zoom. No public comments were received. Mastalir summarized the April 28, 2025 minutes. Williams moved to approve the April 28, 2025 minutes. Second by Barnard. Motion carried unanimously. Mastalir summarized the August 25, 2025 minutes. Williams moved to approve the August 25, 2025 minutes. Second by Barnard. Motion carried unanimously. Schofield presented information regarding high visibility crosswalk markings. Schofield reviewed the staff report enclosed in the packet. Williams noted that he had found the existing crosswalks slippery and now walks to the side of them. Schofield noted that crosswalks will be replaced with the new style as pavement is replaced. Williams moved to approve recommend high visibility crosswalks be 18-inch wide bars with 36-inch wide spaces. Second by Barnard. Motion carried unanimously. Mastalir noted that the Bicycle Friendly Community Application is due in June 2026 and asked for volunteers to be the point person to prepare said application. No one volunteered. Mastalir asked that this item be placed upon the next agenda for further discussion. Mastalir asked Schofield to send the 2022 application and scorecard to committee members. Mastalir and Barnard will meet to discuss names for an application manager. No action taken. Mastalir noted that Logan Mather and Mark Deyo-Svendsen recently resigned from the committee and Burton Barnard was appointed. This leaves one opening. Schofield noted that the Committee’s charge also included pedestrians, so someone that works with mobility of handicapped users might bring a good perspective. Mastalir indicated that he had a few names in mind and asked members forward volunteer names to be considered for the committee. No action taken. Schofield presented the project for which the City is submitting a Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant application. The proposed project includes rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) near Oaklawn Elementary and River Heights elementary and reconfiguring the sidewalks leading to the north end of the Stout Road Pedestrian Underpass. No action taken. Committee members discussed the following items, with no action taken on any item: 1. The RRFB in the southwest corner of Broadway Street (STH 25) and 17th Avenue is not functioning properly. 2. The RRFBs at the intersection of Stout Road (USH 12/STH 29) and 17th Street East flash at irregular times. 3. Have noticed ATVs and UTVs on trails, particularly the trail along IH 94 from Pine Avenue to Stokke Parkway. 4. City of Eau Claire adopted a 15 mph speed limit for e-bikes and scooters on trails and public sidewalk. 5. Have noticed bicycles on sidewalks downtown. 6. Ride Across Wisconsin will be held on July 11, 2026. 7. Williams will provide a newspaper article to Schofield for dissemination to committee members. Mastalir indicated that the next regular meeting date would be January 26, 2026. Mastalir asked if 5:30pm was acceptable. No complaints were received. Williams moved to set the next meeting on Monday January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm. Second by Barnard. Motion carried unanimously. Barnard moved to adjourn at 6:28pm. Second by Williams. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully Submitted, David Schofield Recording Secretary David Schofield <dschofield@menomonie-wi.gov> Bike/Pedestrian Committee Rebecca Thacker <reb.thacker@gmail.com> Fri, Dec 5, 2025 at 1 1:12 AM To: David Schofield <dschofield@menomonie-wi.gov> Hi David, Here's my bio... Hello, I am Rebecca Thacker . I have been a resident of the City of Menomonie for ten years. I previously worked at UW -Stout and am now a stay at home parent. I have previously worked on the Red Cedar W atershed Conference and have served on numerous committees at UW -Stout. I am an avid bicyclist and hiker and think that I can add a perspective that would be helpful to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Thanks! [Quoted text hidden] MEMORANDUM David Schofield, Director of Public Works dschofield@menomonie-wi.gov 715-232-2221 Ext.1020 1 TO: Chairman Mastalir & Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee FROM: David Schofield, Director of Public Works SUBJECT: 2026 Bicycle Friendly Community Application DATE: January 26, 2026 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting In 2018 and 2022, the City of Menomonie submitted Bicycle Friendly Community applications and was awarded Bronze designations. These applications were prepared by Cedar Corporation’s Bob Colson, who has since retired. After the October 27, 2025 meeting, I provided copies of the 2018 Scorecard, 2022 Application, 2022 Scorecard and a link to the 2026 application via e-mail. The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee has been discussing a possible 2026 Application since January 2025. Mark Deyo-Svendsen was going to be the point person but has since departed the Committee. The 2026 Application deadline is June 17, 2026. Chairman Mastalir provided a proposed job description for the application manager. Given the impending due date, I strongly recommend that the committee select an application manager to lead the application on January 26, 2026 or abandon the possibility of submitting a 2026 Application. David Schofield <dschofield@menomonie-wi.gov> 1/26/26 Bike/Ped Agenda DRAFT Mark Mastalir <markironman6@gmail.com> Mon, Jan 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM To: David Schofield <dschofield@menomonie-wi.gov> Cc: Burton Barnard <funkyfeloniousmonk@gmail.com> Here is the proposed job description: -Review entire document -Asses what needs to be retained and what needs updating. -Assign chapters/sections to committee members. -Delegate duties as needed, with committee members help. -Follow-up with assignments. -Provide proofing & editing. -Submit to Bike Federation. Candidates have the option to edit to this. Mark Mastalir 1. Instructions & Application Tips Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Updated July 28, 2025 HOW TO USE THIS DOCUMENT NOTE: THIS DOCUMENT IS A PREVIEW ONLY. This Google Docs 2026 BFC Application Preview file is provided by the League of American Bicyclists to allow Bicycle Friendly Community applicants to preview all BFC application questions, and to help BFC applicants more easily prepare their data and collaborate with others on their community’s BFC submission. Learn more about using Google Docs here. To be considered for a Bicycle Friendly Community designation, applicants must submit the online application through the online submission form available at apply.bikeleague.org . Please note this document, and the actual online BFC application , are both best viewed from a laptop or desktop computer – tablets and smartphones are not recommended. To use this document, you must first save a copy to your own personal or shared Google Drive folder, and then share that copy with your partners/collaborators so that everyone has edit- or comment- access to your version: 1. Click File and then select Make a Copy to save your own copy to your Google Drive. 2. From your own copy, click File and then Share + to add the email addresses for everyone who will help complete the application. 3. In Google Docs, this document can easily be navigated by expanding the Document tabs on the left-hand column (see screenshots below), or by visiting the clickable Table of Contents tab . © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Instructions & Tips for Applicants: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Updated July 28, 2025 Please note the document tabs will not appear if you attempt to open this file as a Word document or other file type. If you are viewing this as a Word file, click here to access the Google Docs version. 4. The Application Preview document is formatted to show ALL BFC application questions, including those that are dependent/hidden by default in the online application form . Blue shaded rows in this document indicate a field that is dependent on a previous answer option being selected, and will thus be hidden online unless that previous answer option is selected. For example: 5. We have developed some additional tools available on the final tab of this document to help community groups or committees assign specific sections to different individuals and to keep track of progress completing the application preview and online application. See the Additional Tips & Tools section. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Instructions & Tips for Applicants: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Updated July 28, 2025 HOW TO APPLY Applications are only accepted through the online submission form available at: apply.bikeleague.org . To apply to the Bicycle Friendly Community program, create or log in to an existing account at apply.bikeleague.org and submit an online application. The online application allows applicants to save and return to their work, and the structure follows the same “tab” structure of this preview document. If you need help with the online application, visit our Application Portal FAQs page here or contact us at bfa@bikeleague.org . NEXT BFC SUBMISSION DEADLINE: June 17, 2026 There is one BFC deadline per year, always in the summer. APPLICATION TIPS Applicants are strongly encouraged to use the latest version of this preview document , to reflect minor updates and corrections between rounds. To access the latest version for future rounds, please visit apply.bikeleague.org . Applicants are strongly encouraged to create an account and initiate an online application as soon as they begin working on a BFC application. This will allow you to receive updates and reminders from the League of American Bicyclists regarding upcoming BFC submission deadlines or application changes. To provide continuity for returning applicants, all recent changes (made within the last 12 months) are highlighted throughout this application preview document and also listed in the “List of 2026 Application Updates” Tab. The Bicycle Friendly Community online application allows multiple user accounts to collaborate on a single application! However, online one user may edit the application at a time. To add a collaborator, click on “Manage Collaborators” in the upper right-hand corner of your online application. Learn more on our Application Portal FAQs . © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Instructions & Tips for Applicants: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Updated July 28, 2025 The BFC application will refer to your type of jurisdiction as ‘community’ throughout the application, for a lack of a better term. So when the application asks about bicycle amenities, services and other resources in your community, please only list what is provided within your jurisdiction’s boundaries . However, if there is a significant bicycle amenity or activity close by that benefits your community, you can tell us about it in the bonus point question at the end of the appropriate ‘E’ section. The application is designed for communities of all sizes. The conditions that make your community unique -- size, type, location, climate, demographics -- are important when determining how to best encourage and support bicycling, and will be taken into consideration when we review your application. It is not necessary to be able to check every box on this application to earn a BFC designation. We’ve provided a comprehensive menu of all the ways a community can be bicycle-friendly, and some options are more valuable than others, or more relevant to some communities than others, but we don’t expect any community to do everything on the list. Unless a question specifically asks about plans for the future, only check boxes for things that are already being done . So, if several improvements for bicyclists are still in the planning stage, you can either wait a year or two before you apply to increase your chances to receive an award, or you can apply now to benchmark and watch your community move up in award levels in the future (which can be a powerful way to show the impact of investments). If your community is doing something that isn’t listed in the checkboxes, or that goes above and beyond any of the check box options, please tell us about it! Check “other” on the appropriate question, or use the bonus point questions at the end of each ‘E’ section and the ‘Final Overview’ section at the end of the application to give us more details . This not only helps us to better understand your community, it also helps improve the program by identifying new trends and best practices. If you would like to share any documents such as a community bike map or a file with photos with the reviewers, please include a link or upload the file either under the relevant question (if possible) or in the designated space under “Supplementary Materials” at the end of the online application. Applicants can compile several photos into a single zip file to save space on their application. Don’t be shy to tell us about your community’s weaknesses . This gives us a more accurate snapshot of your community, and displays that you are critically evaluating the community’s internal efforts, which is an important component of the fourth ‘E’, Evaluation & Planning. Many activities listed on the application, particularly in the Encouragement and Education sections, are often the responsibility of multiple members of the community, including non-governmental © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Instructions & Tips for Applicants: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Updated July 28, 2025 organizations, private companies, all-volunteer groups, bike clubs, advocacy organizations, schools, etc. These activities and efforts can and should still be reported on your community’s BFC application, even if the local government is not directly involved, as they are part of what makes a community truly bicycle-friendly. This means that BFC applicants should always engage with local community partners and stakeholders to complete the BFC application, to ensure that their application accurately represents the full picture of efforts across the entire community. Find more tools and resources for applicants in the final tab of this document: Additional Tools & Resources for BFC Applicants . WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I APPLY? After the BFC application deadline passes, the League will email each applicant with a survey link to distribute in your community, so that we can hear from the general public about their bicycling experiences and perceptions. The League will also reach out directly to local bike advocates and League members for their input, and local survey input will be included in your feedback materials. Your application, and this local input, will be reviewed by a national team of experts to determine award levels and recommendations for improvement. Annual BFC awards are normally announced in December, and feedback is provided shortly following awards announcements. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Instructions & Tips for Applicants: Page 5 of 154 2. Table of Contents Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview TABLE OF CONTENTS Click the hyperlinks below to jump to that section of the Application Preview document. ( Google Docs only ) 1. Instructions & Application Tips a. How to Use this Document b. How to Apply c. Application Tips d. What Happens After I Apply? 2. Table of Contents 3. Application Intro a. Web & Social Media Presence 4. Contact Information a. Primary Application Contact b. Additional Community Contacts 5. Community Profile (Part 1) 6. Community Profile (Part 2) a. Community Socioeconomic & Demographic Information 7. Engineering a. Policies and Design Standards for the Built Environment b. End-of-Trip Facilities c. Bicycle Network d. Network Maintenance e. Bicycle Access to Public Transportation f. Bike Sharing g. Other Bicycle-Related Amenities h. Regional Coordination i. Engineering Bonus Points 8. Education a. Youth Bicycle Education b. Adult Bicycle Education c. Motorist Education d. Bicycle Safety Education Resources e. Inclusive Education f. Education Bonus Points © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . 2026 BFC Application Preview Table of Contents: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview 9. Encouragement a. Encouragement Policies, Programs and Partnerships b. Route-Finding Support c. Bicycle Culture and Promotion d. Access to Bicycle Equipment and Repair Services e. Reducing Work-Related/Fleet VMT f. Encouragement Bonus Points 10. Evaluation & Planning a. Staffing and Committees b. Public Engagement for Bicycle Planning c. Planning, Funding, and Implementation d. Evaluating the Bicycle Network e. Evaluating Ridership f. Evaluating & Improving Safety Outcomes g. Evaluation & Planning Bonus Points 11. Equity & Accessibility a. Equity & Accessibility Staffing, Committees, & Partnerships b. Equity Data Collection & Goals c. Equity & Accessibility Policies & Plans d. Equity & Accessibility Bonus Points 12. Final Overview 13. Supplementary Materials 14. Funding Resources 15. List of 2026 Application Updates 16. Additional Tools & Resources for Applicants a. Optional Task Tracker   © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . 2026 BFC Application Preview Table of Contents: Page 2 of 154 3. Application Intro Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview APPLICATION INTRO Name of Community: Has the community applied to the Bicycle Friendly Community program before? First-Time Application (Select this option only if your community has NEVER applied to the BFC program before.) Returning Application* (Select this option if your community has applied to the BFC program, even if that application did not result in an award, or was more than four years ago.) *If returning, is your community's intention to renew its existing status at the same BFC Award Level, or to apply for a higher BFC designation? Applying for Higher Award Level Renewing at Current Award Level *If returning, what year was the community's most recent BFC application, and what was the result (award level)? Please note: the online BFC application now has the capability to copy previous submissions into the current online form. This feature will work for a limited number of questions and answer options that have remained consistent since your last application, so we encourage applicants who use this feature to review every answer carefully for accuracy. Learn more at: https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/a/page/community/renewals © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . APPLICATION INTRO Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Web & Social Media Presence If awarded, the following links will appear on your BFA Award Profile on the League's Connect Locally Map and may be used to promote your community’s BFC status through League social media channels. (optional) Community Website: Community’s Facebook URL: Community’s Instagram URL: Community’s other social media URL: (if applicable - any other social media platform the community uses to communicate with the public can be entered here ) Community’s Flickr or other public photo sharing URL: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . APPLICATION INTRO Preview: Page 2 of 154 4. Contact Information Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview CONTACT INFORMATION Primary Application Contact Applicant First Name: Applicant Last Name: Title: Department: Employer: Street Address (No PO Box, please): City: State: Zip: Phone: Applicant Email: Additional Community Contacts Did you work with any other local government agencies, departments, or city staff on this application? Yes* No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . CONTACT INFORMATION Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *If Yes, provide the following information for each contact: (Up to 10 local government contacts may be added through the online application .) First Name: Last Name: Agency/Department/Organization: Title: Email: Did you work with any local advocacy organizations or citizen volunteers on this application? Yes* No *If Yes, provide the following information for each contact: (Up to 10 local advocacy or citizen volunteer contacts may be added through the online application .) First Name: Last Name: Organization: Title: Email : Are there other local bicycle, active transportation, or transportation equity advocacy groups in your community not already identified? Yes* No Note: The League will contact local bike advocates in your community (both those listed here and others from our existing database of member groups) for their feedback and input about the community’s bicycle-friendly efforts. *If Yes, provide the following information for each contact: (Up to 10 advocacy group contacts may be added through the online application .) First Name: Last Name: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . CONTACT INFORMATION Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Organization: Title: Email : Mayor or top elected official Note: For internal use only. Name: Title: Email: Street Address: City: State: Zip: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . CONTACT INFORMATION Preview: Page 3 of 154 5. Community Profile pt. 1 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview COMMUNITY PROFILE (Part 1) A1. Community Name : (Please do not include “City of”, “Town of”, etc.) A2. Name of County/Borough/Parish: A3. State: A4. Link to map of community boundaries: (e.g. Google Maps ) Please note: The application will refer to your type of jurisdiction as ‘community’ throughout the application, which should not include any bicycle amenities, services and other resources outside your boundaries. A5. Type of Jurisdiction Town/City/Municipality County/Borough/Parish* Metropolitan Planning Organization/Council of Governments* Regional Planning Organization* Rural Planning Organization* Census Designated Place (not age-restricted) Census Designated Place (age-restricted) Indian Country Military Base *A5a. If a County/Borough/Parish, MPO, COG, or RPO, please list all other local jurisdictions (cities, towns, municipalities, or Census Designated Places) that fall within your community’s borders. A6. Size of community: (in sq. mi. of land area) A7. Total Population: A8. Population Density: (Person per sq. mi. of land area) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 1 Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview A9. Approximately what percentage of your community falls under the following land use type categories? For definitions, see FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide (page 20) . A9a. Rural 0% 1-24% 25-49% 50-75% 76-100% A9b. Rural Town 0% 1-24% 25-49% 50-75% 76-100% A9c. Suburban 0% 1-24% 25-49% 50-75% 76-100% A9d. Urban 0% 1-24% 25-49% 50-75% 76-100% A9e. Urban Core 0% 1-24% 25-49% 50-75% 76-100% © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 1 Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview A10. What is the street network density of the community? (centerline miles of road per square mile of land area) Less than 5.0 5.1-10.0 10.1-15.0 More than 15.0 A11. What is the average intersection density? (intersections per sq. mi. of land area) Note: “intersection” should be defined as a junction with three or more eligible road segments. Unknown Fewer than 60 61-100 101-160 161-260 261-500 More than 500 A12. Do any of the following significant physical barriers to cycling exist in your community? Check all that apply Major highways or divided arterials with no or limited crossings Topographical challenges (e.g. very hilly community) Geographical challenges (e.g. large or sprawling community) Extreme heat Extreme cold/heavy snow Other seasonal or weather challenges Bridges that are inaccessible or unsafe for cyclists Tunnels that are inaccessible or unsafe for cyclists Large body of water (e.g. river) Railroad corridors Other* No significant physical barriers *A12a. If other, please describe © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 1 Preview: Page 3 of 154 6. Community Profile pt. 2 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview COMMUNITY PROFILE (Part 2) Community Socioeconomic & Demographic Information Find the following information for your community at: https://data.census.gov/cedsci/ How to search: (We highly recommend that you do this on a desktop computer as the tables are easier to read on that screen. However, you can still find them from the dropdown menu on your phone or tablet.) You can search the below questions by typing in your city or community name and clicking on the name in search results. Once it is populated a list of categories will appear on the left hand side of the screen (if using a computer). Under each question below are instructions on how to find the right section to answer each question. A13. Census Profile Link: Tip: From the main search field at https://data.census.gov/ , enter your community’s name and click the search icon. From the search results, click “View Profile” on the right hand side. (e.g. See the profile pages for Madison, WI: https://data.census.gov/profile/Madison_city,_Wisconsin?g=160XX00US5548000 or for Athens – Clarke County, GA: https://data.census.gov/profile/Athens_CCD,_Clarke_County,_Georgia?g=060XX00US13059 90138 ) IF YOUR COMMUNITY DOES NOT FALL NEATLY INTO A CENSUS PLACE: Please use A13 to provide the link to your best source of the following data for all of the following questions below. For questions A14-A21, please provide best estimates for each question. Use the space provided in question A22 to provide any additional information or context about your community to help our reviewers better understand your socioeconomic and demographic details for your community. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 2 Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview A14. Median Age, and Percent of Population that is under 18 or 65 years and over. A14a. Median Age in community: (##.#) A14b. Percent of Population that is Under 18 years of age: A14c. Percent of Population that is 65 years and over: Tip: This data is available under the “Populations and People” section of your community’s census profile page. “Median Age” is shown at the top of the “Populations and People” section. To find the Percent of the Population that is under 18 or 65 and over, click on Table “ S0101 ” and scroll down to “ SELECTED AGE CATEGORIES ” then scroll to the right to find the Percent column. Find and enter the Percent for both “Under 18 years” (A14b) and “65 years and over” (A14c). A15. Percent of the Population that Speaks a Language Other Than English at Home: Tip: Click on the “Populations and People” section of your community’s census profile page, and then scroll down to “Language Spoken at Home”. Enter the number listed above “Language Other Than English Spoken at Home in (your community)” on the left in question A15. Enter numbers only - answer must be in ##.## format. You can also click on Table “S1601” for a more detailed breakdown of the languages spoken at home in your community. A16. Median Household Income: Tip: This data is listed at the top of your community’s census profile page, or can be found by clicking on the “Income and Poverty” section or on Table “S1901” for your community. A17. Poverty Rate: Tip: This data is available under the “Income and Poverty” section of your community’s census profile page. Click on “Income and Poverty” from the top menu bar of your community’s profile page, and scroll down to “Poverty”. Enter numbers only - answer must be in ##.## format. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 2 Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview A18. Bicycle Commute Rates by Sex A18a. Bicycle Commuters (Total Estimate as %) A18b. Male Bicycle Commuters (Estimate as %) A18c. Female Bicycle Commuters (Estimate as %) Tip: From your community’s census profile page, click on the “Employment” section and then scroll down to “Commuting” and click on Table S0801 : COMMUTING CHARACTERISTICS BY SEX. On table S0801, select the most recent 5-Year Estimates Subject Table , then find “Means of Transportation to Work” and scroll down to the row that says “Bicycle”. Scroll to the right to find the percentages for Total Estimate, Male Estimate, and Female Estimate in the "Bicycle" row. Enter numbers only - answer must be in ##.## format. A19. Percent of Household with No Vehicles Available: Tip: From your Census profile link, click on the “Housing” section and then click on Table “DP04”. Once on table DP04, scroll down to the section “VEHICLES AVAILABLE” to find the information for this question. Scroll to the right to find the percentage for your community next to “No vehicles available”. Enter numbers only - answers must be in ##.## format. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 2 Preview: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview A20. Disability Characteristics A20a. Total Percent Disabled Population A20b. Hearing difficulty (percent) A20c. Vision difficulty (percent) A20d. Cognitive difficulty (percent) A20e. Ambulatory difficulty (percent) Tip: From your Census profile link, click on the “Health” section and then the “Disability” section. Enter the number listed above “Disabled Population in (your community)” on the left in question A20a. Questions A20b-e can be found on the bar graphs on the left in this same section. Enter numbers only - answer must be in ##.## format. *Note: The League recognizes that not every disability is visible to others, and that not every person with a permanent or temporary mobility or accessibility need identifies as ‘disabled’. Whether from a cognitive, sensory, or physical disability, or from age, temporary illness, or injury, there are people in every community who face a range of mobility challenges for whom a bike or cycle may open a world of possibilities to increase accessibility. For examples, see “Disabled People Ride Bikes (and Trikes, and Tandems and Recumbents)!” a short film produced by Rooted in Rights . We invite BFC applicants to consider what visible and invisible disabilities and other mobility needs may exist in your community, and if you aren’t already, to use the BFC application as a starting place to engage directly with people with disabilities and other mobility needs in your community to ensure that your bicycle network, classes, events, and rides are inclusive and accessible to all. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 2 Preview: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview A21. Racial & Ethnicity distribution (in percent) A21a. White (number field between 0-100) A21b. Black or African American (number field between 0-100) A21c. American Indian and Alaska Native (number field between 0-100) A21d. Asian (number field between 0-100) A21e. Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander (number field between 0-100) A21f. Some other race (number field between 0-100) A21g. Two or more races (number field between 0-100) A21h. Hispanic or Latino (of any race) (number field between 0-100) Tip: From your community’s census profile page, click on the “Race and Ethnicity” section and then click on Table P8 and then DP05 “ ACS Demographic and Housing Estimates ” and then scroll down to “RACE”. Scroll to the right to find the Percent column. Enter numbers only - answers must be in ##.## format. For the first six categories above (A21a-f), enter the percentage numbers found for that category under “One Race” and then enter the total percentage listed for “Two or more races” (A21g). Scroll down to the “HISPANIC OR LATINO AND RACE” section to find the total percentage for “Hispanic or Latino (of any race)” (A21h). A22. If you have any other socioeconomic or demographic data from your community that you feel is significant for the BFC review team to better understand your community, please use this space to describe. For example: ● If your community, or specific neighborhoods within it, has a low response rate to the census or there are large numbers of uncounted residents. ● If there are any neighborhoods or concentrated areas within the community with higher proportions of non-English speakers, or households without access to a vehicle, etc. ● If a neighboring census place counts individuals who work, attend school, or visit your community on a daily basis. (e.g. The statewide residential Texas School for the Deaf and Texas School for the Blind are both located in Austin but census data will list most of those students as living elsewhere.) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . COMMUNITY PROFILE PT. 2 Preview: Page 5 of 154 7. Engineering Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview ENGINEERING Policies and Design Standards for the Built Environment B1. Does your community currently have any of the following policies in place? Check all that apply. Local Complete Streets ordinance* B1a-c Local Complete Streets resolution* B1a-c State, County, or other regional Complete Streets ordinance or resolution that only affects some roads within community Local cycling-specific ordinance that specifically requires the construction or upgrade of context-appropriate, low stress bicycle facilities when streets are being reconstructed* B1a-c None of the above *B1a. What year was the ordinance, policy, or resolution adopted or passed? *B1b. Please provide a link to the ordinance, policy, or resolution. *B1c. Since the adoption of the ordinance, or resolution, what percentage of the implemented road projects (where bicycle facilities were considered) have included bicycle facilities? 0-10% 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% More than 75% Unknown B2. Does your community have bicycle facility selection criteria that increases separation and protection of bicyclists based on levels of motor vehicle speed and volume? Yes* B2a No *B2a. Please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B3. Has your community adopted a design manual or guidelines that establish minimum standards for the design of safe, comfortable, and accessible bicycle facilities? Yes* B3a-b No *B3a. Please provide a link to your community's bicycle facility design manual or guidelines. *B3b. Do/es the manual or guidelines incorporate, reference, or follow any of the following standards? Check all that apply. Accessibility standards that specifically address accommodating adaptive cycles and cyclists with disabilities Bike facility design standards that incorporate Universal Design principles by addressing the needs of all users and mobility types in public rights-of-way FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide FHWA Small Town and Rural Multimodal Network Guide ( see PDF ) NACTO Guide for Designing for All Ages & Abilities Current NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide (2025 Edition) Older NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide (previous editions) NACTO Urban Street Design Guide Current AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities (5 th Edition) Older AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities (4 th Edition ) Other **B3b1 None of the above **B3b1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B4. Does your community currently have any of the following land use or development policies in place that promote shorter distances between homes and destinations? Check all that apply. Mixed-use zoning or incentives Planned Unit Development zoning Transit Oriented Development ordinance or program Form-based/design-based codes Connectivity policy or standards Affordable Housing policy or plan Infill development incentives Urban Growth Boundary or similar Other* B4a None of the above *B4a. If other, please describe. B5. Does your community currently have any of the following policies or ordinances in place related to motor vehicle parking or traffic? Check all that apply. Maximum car parking standards No minimum car parking standards Car parking minimums have been reduced in last 5 years Paid public car parking Shared-parking allowances Congestion charges Engine Anti-Idling law Other* B5a None of the above *B5a. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B6. Does your community have any of the following additional policies or standards that support the development of bicycle infrastructure? Check all that apply. Requirements to accommodate bicyclists through construction sites in the public right-of-way Policy to preserve abandoned rail corridors for multi-use trails Policy to utilize utility corridors for multi-use trails Policy that expands the use of bike infrastructure for other multi-modal users (people using scooters, wheelchairs, etc.) Other* B6a None of the above *B6a. If other, please describe. B7. Does your community have any of the following other policies, standards, or other barriers that limit the development of bicycle infrastructure? Check all that apply. Local requirements or prerequisites for bike infrastructure that don’t exist for other kinds of transportation infrastructure (e.g. longer public comment period requirements for bike facilities compared to other transportation modes)* B7a State-level policies that limit or complicate the development of bike infrastructure* B7b County or MPO-level policies that limit or complicate the development of bike infrastructure* B7c More than 40% of the community’s public roadways are owned or managed by an entity other than the applicant (e.g. county or state roads on a municipal application or local roads on a county application) Other* B7d None of the above *B7a-d. For corresponding boxes checked above, please describe the policy or requirement. End-of-Trip Facilities © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B8. What policies or programs are in place to ensure that high quality bike parking is available throughout the community? Check all that apply. Bike parking ordinance for existing buildings specifying amount and location Bike parking ordinance for all new developments specifying amount and location Incentives or requirements for developers, property management companies, and/or employers to provide secure bike parking and other end-of-trip facilities for cyclists Incentives, requirements, or other program(s) to encourage multi-family residential buildings and properties to provide secure bike parking and other end-of-trip facilities for residents and guests Incentives, requirements, or other program(s) to encourage local schools to provide secure bike parking and other end-of-trip facilities for students and employees Incentives, requirements, or other program(s) to encourage local retail such as grocery stores to provide secure bike parking and other end-of-trip facilities for customers and employees Ordinance that allows on-street bike parking/bicycle corrals (or they are de facto already allowed and the community has at least one) Ordinance that allows bike parking to substitute for car parking Requirement for new developments to meet LEED-Neighborhood Development silver standards or higher Subsidy program for private bike parking installation Public or private program that provides grants for bike racks or free bike racks upon request System in place that allows residents to request the installation of new public racks Other* B8a None of the above *B8a. If other, please describe. B9. Has your community adopted bicycle parking design standards that establish minimum requirements for the quality, security, and design of bike parking? Yes* B9a-b No *B9a. Please provide a link to your community's bicycle parking design standards. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 5 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B9b. Do your community's bicycle parking design standards meet any of the following? Check all that apply. Conform with APBP Guidelines Address the need for parking spaces for cargo bicycles, adaptive cycles, recumbents, tricycles, tandems, or other non-standard cycles* B9b1 Address the need for facilities to recharge electric assist bicycles Other* B9b2 *B9b1. Please describe or provide the page/section of your design standards that addresses the need for parking non-standard cycles. Thank you for sharing more details! The League is looking for examples and resources to help other communities improve their bike parking design standards to address the needs of cargo, adaptive, and other non-standard cycles. **B9b2. If other, please describe. B10. What percentage of public and private bike racks conform with APBP Guidelines ? 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% More than 75% Unknown © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 6 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B11. Does your community have any of the following end-of-trip facilities that are available to the general public? Note: “Public” may include facilities that are free and open to all as well as fee or subscription-based facilities that are open to any customer. Please do not include private facilities that are limited to the employees or members of a company or exclusive association. Check all that apply. Public bicycle repair or fix-it stations Public bicycle air pumps Bicycle Station or Hub that provides lockers and/or showers for commuters Public uncovered bike racks Public covered bike racks Public bicycle lockers or similar individual secure bike parking spaces Public secure bike cages, rooms, or pods for communal secure bike parking spaces (e.g. Oonee Pods ) On-street bike corrals Other* B11a None of the above *B11a. If other end-of-trip facilities exist in your community, please describe. B12. Has your community taken any of the following steps to increase the accessibility and equitable distribution of end-of-trip facilities, including bike parking? Check all that apply. Subsidies for low-income residents to access fee- or subscription-based facilities (if applicable) Accessibility audit conducted for end-of-trip facilities (e.g. identifying facilities that are inaccessible to cyclists with disabilities, etc.) Quality audit conducted for end-of-trip facilities (e.g. identifying facilities most in need of upgrade) Basic inventory conducted for end-of-trip facilities (e.g. identifying gaps in availability) Any end-of-trip facility audit or inventory that includes demographic or socioeconomic overlay to identify correlations with historically underinvested areas Demographic or socioeconomic analysis conducted to plan for or prioritize installation of new end-of-trip facilities Other* B12a None of the above *B12a If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 7 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Bicycle Network The Bicycle Friendly Community program has updated our questions around on- and off-street bicycle facilities with the goal of encouraging communities to focus on building cohesive, connected bicycle networks, as opposed to piecemeal bike facilities. This update reflects the Safe System Approach and emphasizes slow design speed and the importance of building safe, low-stress bicycle networks that are comfortable, equitable and accessible to all cyclists. The following section has been developed using national guidance and standards such as FHWA’s Bikeway Design Guide and Small Town and Rural Design Guide , as well as NACTO’s Designing for All Ages and Abilities contextual guide and updated (2025) Urban Bikeway Design Guide . As guidance and best practices continue to advance around building safe, accessible, and equitable facilities for cycling, we will continue to follow data-driven standards and encourage every Bicycle Friendly Community to do the same. We also strive to encourage and support every BFC applicant community to better inventory and document their current and planned bikeway facilities to help facilitate future growth in and investments of the network. For more information, see the League’s 2022 report, Benchmarking Bike Networks . B13. Please provide a map to show your community's current bicycle network, including all current on- and off- street bike facilities. Please note this does not need to be a formal public-facing map; internal planning maps are appropriate, and in some cases, preferred. Select any that apply: I would like to upload a PDF map* B13a-b I would like to link to an online map* B13a-b No map available** B13c *B13a-b. Bicycle Network Map: (up to two PDF files and/or two URLs supported through the online application, along with a description of the files/URLs.) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 8 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview **B13c. If no map is available for your current bicycle network, please explain why. What resources or guidance would be helpful in supporting your community in the development of a current bike map? B14. Bicycle Network Worksheet Download the BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (Microsoft Excel) here to complete your BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet. (Template file updated 7/28/25) After entering your community’s road network and bicycle network facilities and markings on the “Current” and “Planned” tabs of the Bicycle Network Worksheet, save your file using the naming convention " BFC_2026_B14 BFC Network Worksheet_YOUR COMMUNITY NAME.xlsx " before uploading your completed worksheet. If you have any trouble accessing the excel file linked above, please contact bfa@bikeleague.org and we can provide a copy to you via email. Please see the "Instructions" tab of the worksheet for detailed instructions on how to use the worksheet, as well as the various resources tabs for more tools and guidance on measuring facilities. Please contact bfa@bikeleague.org with any additional questions. Upload complete file here: (Note: uploads are only available through actual online application .) Date file was completed: B15. Summary of Current Roadway Network The following answers for B15a-d should be copied from the “Summary” tab of your completed BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (see question B14 above). B15a. Total current Roadway Network in centerline miles: B15b. Percentage of Roadway Network that is high-speed: B15c. Percentage of Roadway Network that is low-speed: B15d. Percentage of Roadway Network where speed limit is unknown: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 9 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B16. Summary of Current Bicycle Network The following answers for B16a-h should be copied from the “Summary” tab of your completed BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (see question B14 above). The worksheet also includes explanations for how these numbers are calculated (for example, what counts as "low-stress"). B16a. Total current mileage of on-street bike facilities: B16b. Total current mileage of off-street bike facilities: B16c. Total current mileage of Bicycle Network (ALL on-street and off-street facilities): B16d. Total current mileage of other markings and features: B16e. Ratio of Total Current Bicycle Network to Roadway Network: B16f. Percentage of Roads with ANY on-street bike facilities: B16g. Percentage of Roads with LOW-STRESS on-street bike facilities B16h. Percentage of ALL bike facilities and other markings or features that are LOW-STRESS: B17. Within the last five years, has your community ever removed a bicycle facility without an improved replacement? Yes* B17a No *B17a. If yes, please explain . B18. Summary of Planned Bicycle Facilities and Network Improvements The following answers for B18a-f should be copied from the “Summary” tab of your completed BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (see question B14 above). The worksheet also includes explanations for how these numbers are calculated (for example, what counts as "low-stress"). B18a. Planned On-Road Bike Facilities: B18b. Planned Off-Road Bike Facilities: B18c. Planned LOW-STRESS Bike Facilities: B18d. Planned other markings & features: B18e. Plans to upgrade any existing bike facilities: B18f. Plans to lower speed limits or design speeds of any existing roads: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 10 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B19. Which of the following features are provided to improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians at off-street and side path crossings of roads with motor vehicle traffic? Check all that apply. N/A – there are no off-street or side path crossings of roads with motor vehicle traffic Bike/pedestrian overpasses/underpasses Raised path crossings Refuge islands Path crossing with high visibility markings/signs/ HAWK signals / Rapid Flashing Beacons Curb extensions Signalized crossings Stop signs for vehicle traffic Other* B19a None of the above *B19a. If other, please describe. B20. How has your community worked to calm traffic and slow down motor vehicles to increase safety for all roadway users? Check all that apply. Lowered speed limit on a local road in the last 4 years Designed new roads with slow speeds, complete streets, and/or Safe System Approach principles Physically altered the road layout or appearance of existing roads to lower their design speeds for motor vehicles (e.g. road diet, installing chicanes or curb bump-outs) Narrowing motor vehicle traffic lane widths (lane diet) Converted one-way streets to two-way traffic Car-free/Car-restricted zones One or more road has been permanently closed to cars in the last 4 years Temporary “pop-up” bike infrastructure or traffic calming /tactical urbanism Shared Space / Home Zone / Living Street / Woonerf Designated “Slow Streets” Speed feedback signs/cameras Automated (e.g. camera or video) speed enforcement for motor vehicles Other* B20a None of the above © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 11 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *B20a. If other, please describe. B21. In what other ways has your community improved connectivity and riding conditions for bicyclists? Check all that apply. “Cut-throughs” that improve connectivity for bicyclists (e.g. connecting dead-ends or cul-de-sacs) Roundabouts that accommodate bicycles Contra-flow bike lanes (e.g. a one-way bike lane installed heading the opposite direction of the adjacent one-way street) Conflict zones are marked with colored bike lanes Colored bike lanes outside of conflict zones Bicycle left turn lanes Shared bicycle/priority bus lanes Removal of on-street car parking Reverse angle parking Bicycle-friendly storm sewer grates Signed bike routes directing bicycle traffic to low-stress facilities On-street wayfinding signage with easily visible distance and/or riding time information for bicyclists Off-street wayfinding signage with easily visible distance and/or riding time information for bicyclists Parallel but separated paths for bicyclists and pedestrians Signage or markings to designate right-of-way on shared-use paths Other* B21a None of the above *B21a. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 12 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B22. How has your community incorporated principles of safety, comfort & attractiveness in the development of your bicycle network? Reference the Seven Principles of Bicycle Network Design in the FHWA’s Bicycle Selection Guide . Efforts to reduce noise Efforts to reduce air pollution Efforts to provide shade Efforts to provide other cooling elements Efforts to provide protection from inclement weather Street lighting on most arterials Street lighting on most non-arterials Lighting on most shared-use paths Lighting on some shared-use paths Mirrors to improve sight distance on shared-use paths Emergency call boxes/phones along trails Benches or other seating options added along bike routes/facilities Drinking fountain or water bottle filling stations added along bike routes/facilities Public art or murals* B22a Historical or cultural information* B22b Placemaking efforts to develop interesting or engaging places along the route* B22c Other* B22d None of the Above *B22a. Please describe any efforts to incorporate public art or murals along your community’s bicycle network. (optional file upload for photos) *B22b. Please describe any efforts to incorporate historical or cultural information in your community’s bicycle network. (optional file upload for photos) *B22c. Please describe any placemaking efforts to develop interesting or engaging places along your bicycling network. (optional file upload for photos) *B22d. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 13 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B23. Are there any signalized intersections in your community? Yes* B23a No Skip ahead to B24 if “No” is selected . (Note field B23a will be hidden in online application until corresponding answer above is selected.) *B23a. Which of the following accommodations are available at signalized intersections to improve conditions for bicyclists? Leading Pedestrian Intervals Video or microwave detection for demand-activated signals Demand activated signals with loop detector (and marking) Push-buttons that are accessible from the road or trail/side path Push-buttons are designed and located at an accessible height for a variety of users Timed signals Signals timed for bicycle speeds Bicycle Signal Heads Advanced Stop Line or Bike Box Protected intersection Colored bike lanes in conflict areas Intersection crossing markings for bicycles Refuge islands Right corner islands (“pork chops”) Automated (e.g. camera or video) red light enforcement for motor vehicles Right-on-red restrictions in certain signalized intersections Right-on-red restrictions in all signalized intersections Other* B23a1 None of the above *B23a1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 14 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B24. Has your community taken any of the following actions to make bicycle infrastructure more inclusive and accessible to cyclists of all ages and abilities, including people with physical or cognitive disabilities? Check all that apply. Accessibility audit for one or more segment or project within the bike network Accessibility audit for the bicycle network overall Bollards and control access barriers have been removed or (re)designed at appropriate widths or angles to accommodate non-standard cycles such as hand cycles or adult tricycles Bikeway lane widths have been (re)designed to accommodate wider non-standard cycles Wayfinding signage and/or ground markings have been (re)designed to be clear and accessible for neurodivergent or low-vision cyclists Separated bike lanes or cycle tracks have been (re)designed to provide curb access to pedestrians using wheelchairs or other mobility aids Construction or roadway maintenance detours for cyclists are designed with ramps and appropriate widths for non-standard cycles Other* B24a None of the above *B24a. If other, please describe. Network Maintenance B25. Which of the following mechanisms are in place for bicyclists to identify problem areas or hazards to the appropriate department (public works, transportation, etc.)? Check all that apply. Online reporting system (e.g. SeeClickFix or local 311 or similar website) Mobile app (e.g. local 311 or similar app) Dedicated social media account(s) that cyclists are encouraged to report hazards to Hotline/Dedicated phone line Regular meetings Contact directly via call/voicemail/ email/text Signage is posted along bike routes/paths with instructions on how to report hazards to the appropriate department Other* B25a None of the above © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 15 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *B25a. If other, please describe. B26. Does your community have any of the following policies, standards, or mechanisms to ensure the ongoing maintenance of bike facilities? Check all that apply. Established funding or capital budget line item for routine maintenance of bike facilities, such as repainting bike lanes Policy or set schedule for routine maintenance of on-street bike facilities (e.g. sweeping or repainting bike lanes)* B26a1-3 Policy or set schedule for routine maintenance of off-street bike facilities (e.g. repaving or vegetation maintenance)* B26b1-4 Policy or standards for clearing snow and ice from on- and/or off-street bikes facilities* B26c1-2 Policy or set schedule for repaving roads* B26d Other* B26e None of the above If “Policy or set schedule for routine maintenance of on-street bike facilities (e.g. sweeping or repainting bike lanes)” is checked: *B26a. How often do the following maintenance practices occur for on-street bicycle facilities (including shoulders)? B26a1. Sweeping Before other travel lanes Same time as other travel lanes After other travel lanes Never B26a2. Pothole maintenance/ surface repair Within 24 hours of complaint Within 48 hours of complaint Within one week of complaint Within one month of complaint or longer Never B26a3. Restriping/ repainting markings Quarterly or more frequently Annually As needed © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 16 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Never If “Policy or set schedule for routine maintenance of off-street bike facilities (e.g. repaving or vegetation maintenance)” is checked: *B26b. How often do the following maintenance practices occur for off-street bicycle facilities (including shared use paths and trails)? B26b1. Sweeping Quarterly or more frequently Annually As needed Never B26b2. Vegetation maintenance Quarterly or more frequently Annually As needed Never B26b3. Surface repair Within 24 hours of complaint Within one week of complaint Within one month of complaint or longer Never B26b4. Restriping/ repainting markings Quarterly or more frequently Annually As needed Never If “Policy or standards for clearing snow and ice from on- and/or off-street bikes facilities” checked: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 17 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *B26c. How often does snow and ice clearance occur from bike facilities in your community? B26c1. On-street bicycle facilities N/A - No snow or ice N/A - No on-street bicycle facilities Before other travel lanes Same time as other travel lanes After other travel lanes Never B26c2. Off-street bicycle or shared use facilities N/A - No snow or ice N/A - No off-street bicycle facilities Before roadways Same time as roadways After roadways Never If “Policy or set schedule for repaving roads” is checked: *B26d. What is your community’s road repaving schedule or how often are roads routinely repaved in your community? Annually Every 2-3 years Every 4-5 years Every 6-7 years Every 8-9 years Every 10-12 years Every 12-15 years More than every 15 years If “other” is checked: *B26e. If other, please describe what policies, standards or mechanisms are currently in place to support the ongoing maintenance of bicycle facilities. Bicycle Access to Public Transportation © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 18 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B27. Does your community have a rail transit, bus, or other public transportation system? Yes* B27a-c No Skip ahead to B28 if “No” is selected . (Note fields B27a-B27c will be hidden in online application until corresponding answer above is selected.) *B27a. Which of the following types of public transportation are offered in your community? Check all that apply. Public buses* B27a1 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)* B27a2 Public light rail* B27a3 Paratransit* B27a4 Street Trolleys Commuter rail Ferry or water taxi Other* B27a5 *B27a5. If other public transportation exists in your community, please describe. *B27a1. If “Public Buses” is checked: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 19 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview What percentage of your community’s public buses are equipped with bike racks? None 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Are bikes allowed inside public buses? Yes, at all times in buses Only outside of rush hour service in buses Folding bikes are allowed in folded position in buses There is specialized space (e.g. hooks or luggage space) for bikes inside buses On-bus bicycle storage is accessible for adaptive cycles (e.g. hand cycles, recumbents, trikes, etc.) Non-standard cycles (cargo bikes, adaptive cycles, etc.) are allowed on buses None of the above What percentage of bus stops are equipped with secure and convenient bike parking? None 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unknown *B27a2. If “Bus Rapid Transit” is checked: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 20 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview What percentage of BRT Vehicles are equipped with bike racks? None 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Are bikes allowed inside BRT Vehicles? Yes, at all times Only outside of rush hour service Folding bikes are allowed in folded position There is specialized space (e.g. hooks or luggage space) for bikes inside BRT Vehicles On-vehicle bicycle storage is accessible for adaptive cycles (e.g. hand cycles, recumbents, trikes, etc.) Non-standard cycles (cargo bikes, adaptive cycles, etc.) are allowed None of the above What percentage of BRT bus stops are equipped with secure and convenient bike parking? None 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unknown *B27a3. If “Public Light Rail” is checked: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 21 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Are bikes allowed inside light rail vehicles? Yes, at all times Only outside of rush hour service Folding bikes are allowed in folded position There is specialized space (e.g. hooks or luggage space) for bikes inside light rail vehicles On-rail bicycle storage is accessible for adaptive cycles (e.g. hand cycles, recumbents, trikes, etc.) Non-standard cycles (cargo bikes, adaptive cycles, etc.) are allowed None of the above What percentage of light right transit stops are equipped with secure and convenient bike parking? None 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unknown *B27a4. If Paratransit is checked: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 22 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview What percentage of Paratransit vehicles are equipped with bike racks? None 10% or less 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Are adaptive cycles allowed inside Paratransit vehicles? Yes, at all times Only outside of rush hour service There is specialized space (e.g. hooks or luggage space) for adaptive cycles inside Paratransit vehicles Other* None of the above *If other, please describe how adaptive cycles are accommodated by your Paratransit system. *B27b. Has your community made specific bicycle infrastructure investments around major transit stops or stations to improve multi-modal mobility options? Yes* B27b1 No *B27b1. If Yes, please describe any bicycle infrastructure investments around major transit stops that have improved multi-modal mobility options. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 23 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *B27c. How are residents and visitors encouraged to combine cycling and public transportation? Check all that apply. Bike share and public transportation accounts or payment systems are synced City or transit specific mobile app that combines mode types Cyclists can practice mounting their bike on a bus bike rack at community events Brochure(s) describing bike rack use/how to store bikes inside a transit vehicle(s) Video(s) describing bike rack use/how to store bikes inside a transit vehicle(s) Information on bike racks/storage provided on transit schedules Stickers on the outside of buses with bike racks that say bicycles are welcome Community has a fare-free public transit system Other* B27c1 None of the above *B27c1. If other, please describe. Bike Sharing B28. Does your community currently have a community-wide bike sharing program that is open to the general public? (Please exclude private bike sharing systems that are limited to employees of a certain business or students of a certain university.) Yes* B28a-j No Launching in the next 12 months** B28a-e The community's bike share program(s) closed within the last 2 years.*** B28a Skip ahead to B29 if “No” is selected . (Note dependent fields B28a-B28t will be hidden in online application until corresponding answers above are selected.) *If Yes: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 24 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview NOTE: If your community has more than one public bike sharing program in operation, please answer questions B28a-g for up to three (3) community-wide programs. *B28a. What is the name of the bike share program? *B28b. Please provide a link to the bike share program website. *B28c. What year did this bike share program launch in your community? *B28d. What is the current status of this program? Permanent /long-term Pilot/temporary Other (if other, please describe.) *B28e. Who is involved in implementation of this program? Implementation includes operation and financial support. Local Government (Applicant Community) Neighboring Jurisdiction(s) (including MPO or other regional agencies) Private Company Local College/University Non-Profit Organization Transit Agency State DOT or other statewide agency Federal Agency *B28f. How many bikes are in the system? (# only) *B28g. What type of system is your bike sharing program? Check all that apply. Automated kiosk-style bike share system* B28g1-2 Dockless bike share system GPS-enabled bike share system Short-term bike rentals Long-term bike rentals Bike library (free rentals) Unregulated for-profit bike share program © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 25 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Unregulated, free bike share program (i.e. Yellow Bike) Electric/pedal assist bikes are available Adaptive cycles are available* B28g3 Cargo bikes are available Bikes that accommodate all body types (heavier weight, shorter height, etc.) are available Bikes that accommodate transporting children as passengers are available This bike share provider also offers scooters in the community *B28g1. How many stations are in the system? (If the system extends beyond your community boundaries, only include stations that are located within your community.) *B28g2. What is the average station density? (Number of stations per square mile) *B28g3. Please describe your community’s adaptive bike share program. ( In your description, please include: what types of adaptive cycles are available, and how many there are; when and where adaptive cycles are available; how users are fitted or matched with the appropriate adaptive cycle type; and any data collection that occurs around the program. If the adaptive program has its own website, please include the URL in your description. ) *B28h. How many trips were made in the last calendar year? (If your community has more than one bike share program, please include the total number of trips across all programs. If any system in your community extends beyond community boundaries, only count trips that started or ended within the community.) *B28i.What specific efforts, if any, have been made to make the bike sharing program more equitable and accessible, including for low-income populations, people with disabilities, and/or non-English speakers? Check all that apply. Cash or non-credit card dependent payment system Subsidized bike share memberships Community outreach Walkable station spacing in low-income neighborhoods Instructions for the bike share program are available in multiple languages Adaptive cycles are free or subsidized (if applicable) Other* B28i None of the above © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 26 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *B28i. If other, please describe. *B28j. Do(es) your bike share program(s) make ridership data publicly available online? Yes* B28j1 No N/A – no ridership data collected *B28j1. If Yes, please provide a link to your publicly available bike share data. **If launching in next 12 months: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 27 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview **B28a. Expected launch date: **B28b. What is the name of your future bike share program? **B28c. Please provide a link to your future bike share program website, if available. **B28d. What type of system will your new bike share program be? Check all that apply. Automated kiosk-style bike share system Dockless Bike share system GPS-enabled bike share system Short-term bike rentals Long-term bike rentals Bike library (free rentals) Unregulated for-profit bike share program Unregulated, free bike share program (i.e. Yellow Bike) Electric/pedal assist bikes will be available Adaptive cycles will be available Cargo bikes will be available Bikes that accommodate all body types (heavier weight, shorter height, etc.) will be available Bikes that accommodate transporting children as passengers will be available This bike share provider will also offer scooters in the community **B28e.What specific efforts, if any, are being made to ensure that the bike sharing program is equitable and accessible, including for low-income populations, people with disabilities, and/or non-English speakers? Check all that apply. Cash or non-credit card dependent payment system Subsidized bike share memberships for eligible residents (e.g . Lime Access program ) Community outreach Walkable station spacing in low-income neighborhoods Instructions for the bike share program will be available in multiple languages Adaptive cycles will be free or subsidized (if applicable) Other* B28e1 © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 28 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview None of the above *B28e1. If other, please describe. *** If bike share program closed recently: ***B28a. Please describe the circumstances under which the bike share program(s) closed, and any plans or efforts to re-launch in the future. Other Bicycle-Related Amenities B29. Which of the following permanent recreational or educational bicycling facilities are available within your community boundaries? Check all that apply BMX track Velodrome Indoor cyclist training facility Cyclocross course Mountain bike park Gravel riding park Pump tracks Bicycle-accessible skate park Snow/Fat tire bike trails Signed loop route(s) around the community Permanent Safety Town or Traffic Garden Other* B29a None of the above *B29a. If other, please describe. Regional Coordination B30. Please list all communities or jurisdictions that directly border your community, and their current BFC status. (e.g. current Bronze, Silver, Gold, etc.; or Honorable Mention in 2019; Application currently in progress, or Never applied.) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 29 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview B31. How, if at all, is your community coordinating with neighboring communities and other local jurisdictions (neighboring cities or towns, and/or the surrounding county or MPO/RPO) to ensure that people traveling by bike between jurisdictions will find a connected, cohesive network? B32. Has your community partnered with any neighboring jurisdictions or other local communities in support of legislative policies at the state, county, or regional level? Yes* B32a No *B32a. If yes, please describe. Engineering Bonus Points B33. Describe any other policies, amenities, infrastructure improvements or maintenance programs that your community provides or requires that create a comfortable and attractive bicycling environment for bicyclists. (500 word limit) Use this space to expand on answers checked above, or to describe additional facilities or physical amenities provided that have not yet been covered. B34. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s Engineering efforts or investments since your last BFC application. (250 word limit) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENGINEERING Preview: Page 30 of 154 8. Education Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview EDUCATION Youth Bicycle Education Are schools in your community getting students Ready to Ride? If any school in your community offers in-school on-bike cycling education - whether through physical education class or another part of the school day - please encourage them to complete the League’s Ready to Ride survey . The survey helps us understand where school-based on-bike education programs exist, how to support their growth, and how to help others establish these critical programs. If your schools don’t yet offer in-school on-bike education, the League provides free resources to help get started at bikeleague.org/ready-to-ride . ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: C1. Do any public, private, or charter elementary schools in your community offer any of the following bicycle education options to students? Check all that apply. On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students* C1a-f Off-bike cycling instruction (e.g. safety presentations, helmet fitting, STEM lessons, etc.) is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students** C1g On-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at elementary schools Off-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at elementary schools Other*** C1h None of the above N/A - there are no elementary schools in the community If “On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students” is selected for C1: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C1a. What percentage of all elementary schools (including public, private, and charter) offer in-school, on-bike cycling education? Private schools with fewer than 25 students do not need to be counted for this percentage. Note: this question has been updated in 2026 to indicate that only schools with on-bike education should be counted. 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% unknown *C1b. Does the on-bike education/curriculum offered in elementary schools meet the recommended Concepts and Skills on the League’s Young Riders Checklist ? Find the Young Riders checklist here. Yes, all recommended concepts and skills are taught Some, but not all, recommended concepts and skills are taught No Unsure *C1c. Who provides the on-bike instruction to students? Check all that apply. Physical Education Teachers Other Teachers or School Staff Outside Partner Organization(s) League Cycling Instructors Local Law Enforcement or Emergency Service Staff Other* C1c1 *C1c1. If other, please describe. *C1d. Are bicycles provided to elementary school students by the school district, municipality, non-profit or other entity to allow every student the opportunity to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes, bicycles are provided to all students* C1d1 Yes, a limited number of bicycles are available for students in need* C1d1 © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview No, bicycles are not provided *C1d1. If yes, does the fleet include adaptive bikes for elementary school students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities? Yes* C1d1a No *C1d1a. If yes, please describe *C1e. Approximately how many elementary school students receive on-bike education annually? (If annual amount varies, please provide annual average over last 5 most recent years that on-bike instruction was offered). *C1f. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all elementary school students? (e.g. language translation services, adaptive cycles can be provided upon request, schools with Title 1 status are prioritized, etc.) If “Off-bike cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students” is selected for C1: **C1g. What kinds of off-bike education/curriculum is offered in elementary schools? Check all that apply. ABC Quick Check Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette STEM or other project-based bike-related curriculum Adaptive cycling education Proper helmet fit Other* C1g1 *C1g1. If other, please describe. If “Other” is selected for C1: ***C1h. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview MIDDLE SCHOOLS: C2. Do any public, private, or charter middle schools in your community offer any of the following bicycle education options to students? Check all that apply. On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for middle schoolers* C2a-f Off-bike cycling instruction (e.g. safety presentations, helmet fitting, STEM lessons, etc.) is offered during the regular school day for middle schoolers** C2g On-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at middle schools Off-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at middle schools Other*** C2h None of the above N/A - there are no middle schools in the community *If on-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered in middle schools: *C2a. What percentage of your public and private (including charter) middle schools currently offer on-bike , in-school cycling education? Private schools with fewer than 25 students do not need to be counted for this percentage. Note: this question has been updated in 2026 to indicate that only schools with on-bike education should be counted. 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unsure *C2b. What kinds of on-bike education/curriculum is offered in middle schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride ABC Quick Check Bike handling skills Traffic safety/rules of the road © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Trail safety and etiquette Adaptive cycling education Multi-modal/Mobility education Other** C2b1 **C2b1. If other, please describe. *C2c. Who provides the on-bike instruction to middle school students? Check all that apply. Physical Education Teachers Other Teachers or School Staff Outside Partner Organization(s) League Cycling Instructors Local Law Enforcement or Emergency Service Staff Other* C2c1 **C2c1. If other, please describe. *C2d. Are bicycles provided to middle school students by the school district, municipality, non-profit or other entity to allow every student the opportunity to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes, bicycles are provided to all students** C2d1 Yes, a limited number of bicycles are available for students in need** C2d1 No, bicycles are not provided **C2d1. If yes, does the fleet include adaptive bikes for middle school students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities? Yes* C2d1a No *C2d1a. If yes, please describe *C2e. Approximately how many middle school students receive on-bike education annually? (If annual amount varies, please provide annual average over last 5 most recent years that on-bike instruction was offered). © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 5 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C2f. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all middle school students? (e.g. language translation services, adaptive cycles can be provided upon request, schools with Title 1 status are prioritized, etc.) If “off-bike” was selected on C2 for Middle schools: *C2g. What kinds of off-bike education/curriculum is offered in middle schools? Check all that apply. ABC Quick Check Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette STEM or other project-based bike-related curriculum (e.g. Project Bike Tech ) Adaptive cycling education Bicycle maintenance Multi-modal/Mobility education Proper helmet fit Other* C2g1 *C2g1. If other, please describe. If “Other” was selected on C2 for Middle Schools: ***C2h. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 6 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview HIGH SCHOOLS: C3. Do any public, private, or charter high schools in your community offer any of the following bicycle education options to students? Check all that apply. On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for high schoolers* C3a-C3f Off-bike cycling instruction (e.g. safety presentations, helmet fitting, STEM lessons, etc.) is offered during the regular school day for high schoolers** C3g On-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at high schools Off-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at high schools Other*** C3h None of the above N/A - there are no high schools in the community If “On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students” is selected for C1: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 7 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C3a. What percentage of your public and private (including charter) high schools currently offer on-bike , in-school cycling education? Private schools with fewer than 25 students do not need to be counted for this percentage. Note: this question has been updated in 2026 to indicate that only schools with on-bike education should be counted. 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unsure *C3b. What kinds of on-bike education/curriculum is offered in high schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride ABC Quick Check Bike handling skills Traffic safety/rules of the road Adaptive cycling education Multi-modal/Mobility education Trail safety and etiquette Other* C3b1 *C3b1. If other, please describe. *C3c. Who provides the on-bike instruction to high school students? Check all that apply. Physical Education Teachers Other Teachers or School Staff Outside Partner Organization(s) League Cycling Instructors Local Law Enforcement or Emergency Service Staff Other* C3c1 *C3c1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 8 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C3d. Are bicycles provided to high school students by the school district, municipality, non-profit or other entity to allow every student the opportunity to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes, bicycles are provided to all students at participating schools* C3d1 Yes, a limited number of bicycles are available for students in need* C3d1 No, bicycles are not provided *C3d1. If yes, does the fleet include adaptive bikes for middle school students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities? Yes* C3d1a No *C3d1a. If yes, please describe *C3e. Approximately how many high school students receive on-bike education annually? (If annual amount varies, please provide annual average over last 5 most recent years that on-bike instruction was offered). *C3f. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all high school students? (e.g. language translation services, adaptive cycles can be provided upon request, schools with Title 1 status are prioritized, etc.) If “off-bike” was selected on C3 for high schools: **C3g. What kinds of off-bike education/curriculum is offered in high schools? Check all that apply. ABC Quick Check Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette STEM or other project-based bike-related curriculum (e.g. Project Bike Tech ) Adaptive cycling education Bicycle maintenance Multi-modal/Mobility education Bicycle Friendly Driver education or similar Proper helmet fit Other* C3g1 *C3g1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 9 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview If “Other” was selected on C3 for high schools: ***C3h. If other, please describe. C4. Outside of schools, how are children and youth taught safe cycling skills, at least annually or regularly throughout the year? Check all that apply. Learn to ride classes Bike clinics or rodeos ABCs of Family Biking, family bike show-and-tell, or similar program focused on families with toddlers and young children Youth development bike clubs or teams (including road, cross racing, BMX, mountain biking, or other recreational youth cycling clubs or teams that include educational component) Temporary safety towns or traffic gardens Recreational classes (e.g. trail riding classes, mountain biking clinics, etc.) Bike maintenance classes Cycling classes or programs geared toward children or youth with disabilities Scouts bicycle training or similar Helmet fit seminars Summer camps Bicycle safety is taught as part of driver education curriculum Other* C4a None of the above *C4a. If other, please describe. C4b. Please estimate how many total children and youth are reached annually in your community through these out-of-school efforts? (Approximate estimates of average annual counts are acceptable.) Adult Bicycle Education C5. Are bicycle safety or riding skills-related classes or hands-on instruction offered to adults in your community? Yes* C5a-C5g No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 10 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Skip ahead to C6 if “No” is selected . (Note fields C5a-C5g will be hidden in online application until corresponding answer above is selected.) *C5a. What type of classes are available for adults? Check all that apply. Classes that include on-bike instruction Classroom-only based classes Information sessions/workshops Online live/virtual classes Online self-directed learning Other** C5a1 * *C5a1. If other, please describe. *C5b. What topics are covered in these classes? Check all that apply. Introduction to bicycling/Learn to ride/Bike handling basics Safe riding skills/habits Bicycle maintenance Sharing the road, trail, or path with vehicles or pedestrians Bike commuting basics Other** C5b1 * *C5b1. If other, please describe. *C5c. Who teaches these classes? Check all that apply. League Cycling Instructor Other credentialed bike safety instructor** C5c1 Local bike shop employee Local bicycle advocate Local law enforcement officer Municipal employee (non-law enforcement) Other*** C5c2 **C5c1. Please list the other credentials of your community’s bike safety instructors. * **C5c2. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 11 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C5d. On average, how often are these classes offered? Monthly or more frequently Quarterly or more frequently Semi-annually or more frequently Annually or more frequently Less than annually On demand *C5e. Are bicycles provided to adults by the community, non-profit, or other entity to allow every resident to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes* C5e1 No **C5e1. Does the fleet include adaptive bikes for adult students with disabilities? Yes* C5e1a No ***C5e1a.If yes, please describe *C5f. Please estimate how many total adults are reached annually in your community through these classes? (Approximate estimates of annual average counts are acceptable) *C5g. How has the community made adult bike safety classes and other similar learning opportunities more inclusive and accessible for all members of the community? Check all that apply. Classes are hosted by or offered for certain affinity/identity groups (e.g. Women’s-only, BIPOC-only, etc.) Classes are free or subsidized for low-income residents Classes are regularly offered in historically underserved neighborhoods Classes are available specifically for cyclists with disabilities Accommodations are made for cyclists with disabilities to participate in all local classes upon request Instructors are compensated directly by the community or another local entity so that classes can be offered free-of-charge or below-cost to all residents Incentives are available for attending local classes Classes are regularly taught in languages other than English © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 12 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Translation services are available for classes upon request Sign language interpretation is offered or available upon request for all classes Children are welcome at adult-focused bike safety classes to give parents and caregivers the opportunity to learn about riding with their children Childcare is regularly offered for students who are parents or caregivers Other** C5g1 None of the above **C5g1. Please describe any other efforts in place to prioritize equity and accessibility in the community’s adult bicycling classes. C6. Which of the following communications methods are used to share bicycle information with adults in your community, at least annually? Check all that apply. Community-wide public education campaign* C6a Community-wide Bicycle Ambassador program Educational group rides Videos on community website/TV channel/social media Bike-specific website or social media accounts for community** C6b Neighborhood listserves Community newsletter (print or digital) Community maps (print or digital) Handouts or brochures Welcome packet for new residents Permanent signage, displays, or information kiosks Table or booth at community events Ticket diversion program for bicyclists Other*** C6c None of the above *C6a. If checked, please describe and provide an example file or link of your community’s public bike education campaign. **C6b. If checked, please provide up to 3 links to your community’s bike-specific website and/or social media account(s). *** C6c. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 13 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview C7. Which of the following information is shared using the methods checked above? C heck all that apply. Introduction to bicycling/Learn to ride/Bike handling basics Safe riding skills/habits Bicycle maintenance Traffic Skills/Rules of the Road/Sharing the road with vehicles Sharing trail or path or pedestrians (e.g. path or trail etiquette) Route planning Commuting tips and resources Tips and guidance for utilitarian bike trips (e.g. carrying groceries on a bike) Traffic laws/ rules of the road Bicycle purchase and fitting guidance Equipment, gear, and accessories Theft prevention Riding in inclement weather Family biking/riding with children Multi-modal/combining bikes and transit Other* C7a None of the above * C7a. If other, please describe. Motorist Education © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 14 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview C8. In what ways are motorists in your community educated on sharing the road safely with bicyclists, at least annually? Check all that apply. Bicycle Friendly Driver classes offered by a local League Cycling Instructor Public service announcements Community-wide public education campaign Share the Road educational videos on community website/TV channel/social media Dedicated Share the Road website or social media sites Tabling Events, Pop-up events, or similar Neighborhood listserves Community newsletter/magazine article/blog Community maps (print or digital) Information in new resident packet Information for students and parents from the school system Utility bill insert Flyer/handout Info sessions/lunch seminars Billboards Bicycle-related traffic signs installed (e.g. Share the Road, Bicycles May Use Full Lane, etc.) Bicycle Friendly Driver or similar information included in driver's education and/or license testing Motorist ticket diversion program with Bicycle Friendly Driver or similar training included Use of educational videos regarding Big Trucks and Bikes , How to Share the Road Other* None of the above * C8a. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 15 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview C9. Which of the following groups of professional drivers in your community routinely receive Bicycle Friendly Driver training or similar? Check all that apply. Local government staff Taxi/Ride Share drivers Transit operators School bus operators Other Commercial Driver’s Licensed Drivers Delivery/Commercial drivers Law enforcement officers Emergency vehicle drivers Other* C9a None of the above * C9a. If other, please describe. Bicycle Safety Education Resources C10. Are any of the following educational materials provided to community residents and/or businesses? Check all that apply. Smart Cycling Quick Guide in English Smart Cycling Quick Guide in language(s) other than English Smart Cycling Student Manual Smart Cycling Education videos Smart Cycling electronic tips & resources Online learning (learn.bikeleague.org) Other local, statewide, or national bike safety resource* C10a None of the above *C10a. If other, please list or describe. Provide links, if applicable. C11. How many League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) are active (have taught a class in the last year) in your community? (# only) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 16 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview C12. When was the last time your community hosted a LCI seminar to bring on new instructors? In the last 2 years In the last 5 years In the last 10 years More than 10 years ago Never Unknown C13. Are there any professional development opportunities, requirements, or incentives, for city agency staff to pursue bicycling safety education? Check all that apply. Public school teachers receive continuing education credits for taking cycling education classes Municipal planners and engineers are regularly offered Smart Cycling courses that include on-bike instruction and in-traffic cycling Traffic law enforcement officials are regularly offered Smart Cycling courses that include on-bike instruction and in-traffic cycling Elected officials or local decision makers are regularly offered Smart Cycling courses that include on-bike instruction and in-traffic cycling Traffic law enforcement officials regularly receive training on roadway safety and rules of the road as they relate to cyclists Traffic law enforcement officials and emergency responders regularly receive training on crash reporting for cyclists and other vulnerable roadway users Emergency response drivers, EMS, and/or EMT staff regularly receive training on crash response best practices for cyclists and other micro-mobility roadway users (e.g. protocols for damaged bicycles, etc.) Smart Cycling classes or other bike safety education learning opportunities are subsidized or incentivized for any public employees Other* C13a None of the above *C13a. If other, please describe. Inclusive Education © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 17 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview C14. Do any of the above educational classes, resources, or programs for adults specifically focus on reaching any of the following historically-underrepresented groups? Check all that apply. Women* C14a People of Color* C14b Seniors* C14c Non-English speakers* C14d Low-income populations * C14e College/University students* C14f LGBTQIA+ community* C14g People with disabilities* C14h Neurodivergent people* C14i Homeless/unhoused people* C14j None of the above *C14a. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching women. *C14b. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching people of color. *C14c. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching seniors. *C14d. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching non-English speakers. *C14e. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching low-income populations. *C14f. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching college/university students. *C14g. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching the LGBTQIA+ community. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 18 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C14h. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching people with disabilities. *C14i. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching neurodivergent people. *C14j. Please provide an example or describe how educational efforts have focused on reaching homeless/unhoused people. C15. Is any demographic or socioeconomic data collected about the participants/students and/or instructors/providers of any of the above learning opportunities offered in the community? Yes, participants/students only* C15a Yes, instructors/providers only* C15b Yes, for both participants and instructors* C15c No *C15a-c. If yes, please describe the data collection methodology and findings. C16. What, if any, efforts has your community made to increase the diversity and representation of LCIs or other credentialed bike safety instructors in your community in the last 5 years? (e.g. provided scholarships, subsidies, or compensation for individuals with diverse backgrounds to attend LCI seminars, etc.) (open ended) C17. Do any of your community’s LCIs or other bike safety instructors have any of the following additional trainings or certifications? Check all that apply . Cultural competency or anti-bias training Training or certification about teaching or working with neurodiverse (e.g. autistic, ADHD, etc.) students (youth or adults) Training or certification about teaching or working with people with cognitive disabilities (youth or adults) Training or certification about teaching or working with people with physical disabilities or limited mobility (youth or adults) Training or certification about teaching or working with sensory impaired students (e.g. Deaf, Blind, Deaf and Blind) youth or adults Other* C17a N/A – There are no LCIs or other bike safety instructors in the community © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 19 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview None of the above *C17a. If other, please describe. C18. How else is the community working to make bike education more equitable, accessible, and inclusive to all members of the community? Check all that apply. Learning opportunities and resources are available in language(s) other than English Educational videos are captioned and/or include ASL interpreters Partnerships with local community groups or other government agencies to reach new audiences (see question F4 under Equity & Accessibility to provide more details) Intentional efforts to ensure that imagery, photos, and videos used in educational resources reflect the diversity of the community Intentional efforts to represent a variety of cycle and trip types (e.g. commuters, families on cargo bikes, adaptive cycles, etc.) in educational materials Other* C18 None of the above *C18a. Please describe any other efforts that have not already been described above that are in place to prioritize equity and accessibility in the community’s bicycle education resources and programming. Education Bonus Points C19. Describe any other education efforts in your community that promote safe cycling. (500 word limit) Use this space to expand on answers checked above, or to describe additional educational programs or services that have not yet been covered. C20. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s bicycle Education efforts or investments since your last BFC application. (250 word limit) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EDUCATION Preview: Page 20 of 154 9. Encouragement Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview ENCOURAGEMENT Encouragement Policies, Programs and Partnerships D1. Which of the following community-wide bicycle encouragement programs or policies exist in your community? Regional or statewide initiatives that are actively used by the community may be included. Check all that apply. Trip reduction ordinance or incentive program* D1a Transportation Demand Management program* D1b Guaranteed Ride Home program* D1c Bicycle or e-bike Incentive, Subsidy, or Rebate program Bicycle, cargo bike, or e-bike “try-a-bike” lending program for residents Local business incentive program that rewards customers arriving by bicycle (e.g. Bicycle Benefits )* D1d Local recognition program for businesses that are bicycle-friendly for their employees and/or customers* D1e Locally-designated Bicycle Friendly Business District* D1f Other* D1g-h None of the above *D1a. Please provide a link to your trip reduction ordinance or incentive program. *D1b. Please provide a link to your Transportation Demand Management program *D1c. Please provide a link to your Guaranteed Ride Home program. *D1d. Please provide a link to your local business incentive program. *D1e. Please provide a link to your local recognition program for businesses. *D1f. Please provide a link to your locally-designated Bicycle Friendly Business District. *D1g. If other, please describe. *D1h. If applicable, please provide a link to other program or policy. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D2. What other (non-bike specific) groups, agencies, or institutions actively promote and encourage bicycling in the community? Check all that apply. *Please note this question was updated in 2024 to clarify that we are looking for groups beyond bicycling and transportation-specific clubs, organizations, or agencies that independently or collaboratively promote bicycling to their respective members, partners, or stakeholders.* Chamber of Commerce Downtown Business Association/Business District Tourism Board Civic association(s) (e.g. Rotary, Lion’s Club, Kiwanis, etc.) Local AARP office or similar Center for Independent Living Public Health Agency Law Enforcement or Public Safety Agency Public School District(s) Major local employer(s) Other public agency such as housing, employment services, etc. Other non-biking group, agency, or institution(s) (please describe below) None of the above D2a. For EACH category checked in D2, please provide an example of how this group, agency, or institution promotes or encourages bicycling in the community. D3. Does your community actively promote the League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) or Bicycle Friendly University (BFU) programs in your community? Yes* D3a No *D3a. If yes, please describe. Route-Finding Support © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D4. What up-to-date mapping and route-finding information is available for your community? Check all that apply. Web-based route finding service* D4a Local or Regional mobile app* D4b Printed/digital bicycle network map Printed/digital mountain bike trails map Printed/digital greenways and trails map Printed/digital Safe Routes to Schools map(s) None of the above *D4a. Provide URL for web-based route finding service: **D4b. Provide URL for local or regional mobile app: Bicycle Culture and Promotion © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D5. How is bicycling typically promoted in your community at least annually or regularly throughout the year? Check all that apply. Celebrate National Bike Month (and/or a state-specific Bike Month)* D5a Bike to Work Day(s) Bike To School Day(s) Bike to Campus Day(s) in partnership with local university/college(s) Bike Anywhere Day(s) or Week(s) Winter Bike to Work/School Day(s) Bicycle-themed festivals/parades/shows Mayor-led/Council-led rides Open Streets /Ciclovia/Sunday Parkways Affinity or identity-based group rides or cycling events Mentoring/Bike Buddy program for new riders Family-friendly group rides or events (e.g. riding with young children) Bike commuter events Commuter Challenges Challenges aimed at students biking to school Non-commuting related (i.e. errand-running) challenges and programs Charity rides Promotion of national or statewide bike challenge or “drive less” challenge Local or community-specific bike or “drive less” challenge** D5b Car-free days Local business program that provides discounts for customers arriving by bicycle Trail construction or maintenance days Non-competitive, no-drop group rides Triathlons and bicycle races Publish a guide or calendar of community bicycle events Bike valet parking at events Public education campaign(s) related to the benefits of cycling (e.g. with a focus on public health, climate) Community celebration/ride each time a major bicycle project is completed or other similar milestones Videos on bicycling on community website/TV channel © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Public Service Announcements Publicly visible bike counter display(s) Other*** D5c None of the above *D5a. Provide a link to your community’s Bike Month or Bike to Work Day website: ** D5b. Provide a link to your community’s bike or “drive less” challenge website: ***D5c. If other, please describe. D6. How does the municipality sponsor or actively support bicycle events in the community? Check all that apply. Organize event(s) Fund event(s) Contribute in-kind funding (i.e. police presence, closing roads, etc.) Assist in promoting event(s) Other* D6a None of the above N/A - No bicycle events *D6a. If other, please describe D7. Do any of the above events or encouragement efforts specifically focus on reaching any of the following historically-underrepresented groups? Check all that apply. Women* D7a People of Color* D7b Seniors* D7c Non-English speakers* D7d Low-income populations* D7e College/University students* D7f LGBTQIA+ community* D7g People with disabilities* D7h Neurodivergent people* D7i © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 5 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Homeless/unhoused people* D7j None of the above *D7a. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching women. *D7b. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching people of color. *D7c. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching seniors. *D7d. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching non-English speakers. *D7e. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching low-income populations. *D7f. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching college/university students. *D7g. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching the LGBTQIA+ community. *D7h. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching people with disabilities. *D7i. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching neurodivergent people. *D7j. Please provide an example or describe how encouragement efforts have focused on reaching homeless/unhoused people. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 6 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D8. How else is the community working to make bike encouragement efforts more equitable, accessible, and inclusive to all members of the community? Check all that apply. Promotional information, maps, calendars, and other resources are available in language(s) other than English Cycling promotional or informational videos are captioned and/or include ASL interpreters Partnerships with local community groups or other government agencies to reach new audiences (Please see question F4 under Equity & Accessibility to provide more details) Intentional efforts to ensure that imagery, photos, and videos used in promotional resources reflect the diversity of the community Intentional efforts to “normalize” cycling and to represent a variety of cycle and trip types (e.g. commuters, families on cargo bikes, adaptive cycles, etc.) in encouragement materials Other* D8a None of the above *D8a. If other, please describe. D9. Are there any organized social or recreational cycling clubs or groups for adults in your community? This may include social or recreational clubs that are based elsewhere in your region but are active in your communities (rides begin or end in community, large number of members are community residents, etc.) Yes* D9a-b No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 7 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *D9a. If yes, please provide the following information for up to 10 clubs, groups, or teams that are active in your community. Club or Group Name: Website: Which of the following option(s) best describe this club or group? Check all that apply. Recreational bike club Mountain bike club Off-Road or gravel riding club or group Cyclocross club Friends of the Trail group or similar National Mountain Bike Patrol Racing club or team Kidical Mass, Family Bike Party, or other family-oriented group People of Color/BIPOC bike club or ride group Women/Trans/Femme bike club or ride group Seniors bike club or ride group Disabled cyclist bike club or ride group LGBTQIA+ bike club or ride group College or university student bike club or ride group Bike polo club or group Slow ride group Touring or bike travel group or club Bike advocacy or activist group Other* *If other, please describe: Primary Contact First Name: Primary Contact Last Name: Contact Email: Was anyone from this club or group involved in completing this BFC application? Yes* D9b © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 8 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview No D9b. Is there anything else you would like to share about the social or recreational cycling clubs or groups that are active in your community? D10. Does your community have any of the following youth programs centered on encouraging cycling for children and youth? Check all that apply. Safe Routes to School program Youth cycling club(s) Youth mountain biking club/team Youth cycling mentor or buddy program Trips for Kids chapter Earn-a-Bike program or similar Create a Commuter program or similar NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association) or similar youth racing team(s) Bicycling-related summer camp Bike giveaway program for children or youth Organized ‘bike bus’ group rides are regularly held for one or more schools in the community Family or youth-oriented organized group rides happen regularly throughout the year Other* D10a None of the above *D10a. If other, please describe. Access to Bicycle Equipment and Repair Services © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 9 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D11. What public or private programs are in place to provide youth and/or adult bicyclists with necessary equipment and accessories? Check all that apply. Helmet giveaways or subsidy program Bike light giveaways or subsidy program Reflector giveaways or subsidy program Lock giveaways or subsidy program Bicycle giveaways or subsidy prog ram E-bike giveaways or subsidy program Low-cost or no-cost bicycle tune-up/maintenance program Mobile bike repair services are available in the community Other bicycle-related giveaway or subsidy programs* D11a None of the above *D11a. If other, please describe. D12. What programs or services does your community use to reduce the risk of bicycle theft, beyond providing secure bike parking? Check all that apply. Free, voluntary bicycle registration system (e.g. local registration system, Bike Index, Project 529) Security cameras near public bike parking Bike racks in well-lit, visible locations Local or regional bicycle registration system Promotion of national or global bike registration system (e.g. Bike Index, Project 529) Bait Bike enforcement program or similar Stolen bike recovery system Other* D12a None of the above *D12a. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 10 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D13. What is the ratio of for-profit specialty bicycle retailers (shops dedicated primarily to selling bikes and bike-related equipment) to population within your community’s boundaries? 1 shop for every 1 -15,000 residents 1 shop for every 15,001-30,000 residents 1 shop for every 30,001-50,000 residents 1 shop for more than 50,001 residents There are no specialty bicycle retailers located within the community’s boundaries, but there is at least one shop close by. There are no specialty bicycle retailers located within or near the community’s boundaries.* D13a If there are no specialty retailers in or near your community: *D13a. Are there any “big box” stores or other options to purchase a bike locally in your community? If so, do these stores have bike parking and are they accessible by bike? Have there been any efforts to encourage these locations to become more bicycle-friendly? D14. Are there any bike co-ops or non-profit community bike shops within the community’s boundaries? Yes* D14a-b No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 11 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *D14a. Please provide the name and contact information for each co-op/non-profit community bike shop in your community: (maximum 3) Name of co-op/non-profit community bike shop: Co-op Website Co-op Primary Contact First Name: Co-op Primary Contact Last Name: Co-op Primary Contact Email: Is there any additional information about how the local government supports or partners with this co-op/community bike shop? *D14b. Does the local government provide any of the following types of support for the bike co-op/non-profit community bike shop(s). Check all that apply. Grants Free or subsidized property/space for a duration of at least 5 years Contracts for services, e.g. bicycle skills or maintenance education, event support, etc. Free bicycle safety accessories for distribution, e.g. helmets or lights Provision of abandoned or impounded bicycles for resale Free PSA or advertising space Other* D14b1 None of the above *D14b1. If other, please describe. Reducing Work-Related/Fleet VMT © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 12 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview D15. Has the community taken any steps to reduce vehicle miles traveled or to encourage biking among its own employees conducting work-related trips? Check all that apply. Applicant Community has applied for Bicycle Friendly Business status as an employer (e.g. for City Hall or the primary administrative building, or for a specific department or agency, etc.) Cargo bikes are used in place of auto fleet (including golf carts or similar) to transport materials or goods Public or departmental bike share available for employees free-of-charge for work-related trips There are dedicated on-bike service/response units (e.g. EMT, police, fire, maintenance, etc.) Telecommuting policy Other* D15a None of the above *D15a. If other, please describe. Encouragement Bonus Points D16. Describe any other events, programs or policies your community has to encourage and promote bicycling. (500 word limit) Use this space to expand on answers checked above, or to describe additional encouragement efforts that have not yet been covered. D17. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s bicycle Encouragement efforts or investments since your last BFC application. (250 word limit) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . ENCOURAGEMENT Preview: Page 13 of 154 10. Evaluation & Planning Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview EVALUATION & PLANNING Staffing and Committees E1. Is there a paid bike program manager position or similar primary point of contact for bicycling issues at your local government? Yes, a full-time, paid position Yes, a part-time, paid position (this can include a full-time employee whose job responsibilities include bicycling projects, such as an Active Transportation Manager who works on walking, biking, and transit issues.) No primary bike program manager, but bike responsibilities are in multiple employees’ job descriptions No paid positions at the local government level, but this work is contracted out to a firm or the county/MPO, etc.* E1a No** E1b If the work is contracted: *E1a. Do you require contractors to have any bicycle-related qualifications or trainings? If so, please describe. If no: ** E1b. What are the greatest challenges or barriers keeping your community from creating this kind of role? E2. Is there a Safe Routes to School Coordinator position? (This can be at local government, school district, transit, or other similar government agency) Yes, there is one or more full-time, paid position(s) Yes, there is one or more part-time, paid position(s) (can include a FT employee with SRTS as partial responsibility) No* E2a *E2a. If no, what are the greatest challenges or barriers keeping your community from creating this kind of role? © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E3. How many paid government employees (including the Bicycle Program Manager and the Safe Routes to Schools Coordinator), expressed in full-time equivalents (FTE), work on bicycle issues in your community? NOTE: A person that spends 1/10 of their time on bicycle issues would be counted as 0.1 FTE. (# only) Note: we have developed a worksheet to help communities answer this question more easily and more consistently. Please download the worksheet by clicking here to find guidance on what roles to include, how to calculate the estimates for each role, and how to tally your total FTE estimate. When you are finished, please save your worksheet with the naming convention “ BFC_2026_E3 FTE Worksheet_ YOUR COMMUNITY NAME.xlsx ” and upload the worksheet below. If you have any questions, please contact bfa@bikeleague.org. E3a. File Upload: ( Note: uploads are only available through actual online application .) E4. Does your local government provide or cover the cost of any of the following professional development opportunities for employees who have bicycle-related responsibilities? Check all that apply. League Cycling Instructor (LCI) certification Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP) membership Other professional memberships/accreditations related to bicycles, TDM, or active transportation Bicycle-related FHWA/National Highway Institute Training Course Portland State University Initiative for Bicycle and Pedestrian Innovation Training Course Other in-depth bicycle-related trainings or courses Peer-learning educational tours or exchanges Regularly attend bicycle-related webinars Regularly attend bicycle-related conferences* E4a Present at bicycle-related webinars, trainings, or conferences Racial Equity or Anti-racism training** E4b Gender/LGBTQIA+ Equity or cultural competency training** E4b Age-related Equity or Anti-ageism training** E4b Disability-related Equity or Anti-ableism training ** E4b General cultural competency or anti-bias training** E4b Finance/funding for transportation-related training © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Other*** E4c None of the above *E4a. Which of the following bicycle or mobility-related conferences have your government employees attended in the last 4 years? Check all that apply. National Bike Summit Local, State, or Regional Bike Summit APBP Conference Walk Bike Places NACTO Designing Cities Conference Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting NABSA Annual Conference or other bike share-related conference APTA TRANSform Conference or other transit-related conference Other* E4a1 *E4a1. Please list any other relevant conferences attended in the last 4 years: **E4b. For any equity-related training checked, please list or describe the training, and how it has informed bicycling efforts in the community, if at all. ***E4c. If other, please describe. E5. Does your community have an officially-recognized Bicycle Advisory Committee? Yes* *E5a-d No No, but other similar committee exists** E5e © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E5a. How often does the committee meet? Monthly or more frequently Every two months Quarterly Annually Irregularly *E5b. Provide contact information for the Bicycle Advisory Committee Chair. E5c. Which of the following groups are represented on the Bicycle Advisory Committee? Check all that apply Local bike advocacy organization or citizen advocate(s) Transportation Department Planning Department Engineering Department Transit Agency County/MPO/RPO transportation officials Person(s) with disabilities Disability Services Department or similar government agency Senior services agency or similar Public Health Agency School Board or District Housing Authority/Agency or similar Parks & Recreation Department Law Enforcement Chamber of Commerce, Business Improvement District, or similar Tourism/Visitors Bureau Other* E5c1 None of the above *E5c1. If other groups are represented, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E5d. Please describe what, if any, efforts the community has made to ensure that your Bicycle Advisory Committee is inclusive and representative of the full range of cyclists in your community? **E5e. If other similar committee exists, please describe: Public Engagement for Bicycle Planning E6. What systems are in place to inform, consult, involve, collaborate, and/or empower citizens in your community to be engaged in the bicycle planning process? (See the International Association for Public Participation’s Spectrum of Public Participation for more information and resources.) Check all that apply. Community-wide public engagement or participation guide or toolkit * E6a-b Public Engagement Plan (s) for bicycle project(s) or plan(s) Dedicated Engagement staff, team, or outside consultants Dedicated website** E6c-d Social media accounts Bicycle User Group listserv Other* E6e None of the above *E6a. Please provide a link to your community’s public engagement or participation guide or toolkit. *E6b. How, if at all, has the guide/toolkit influenced or informed public input processes for bike projects? © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 5 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview **E6c. Please provide a link to the dedicated website: **E6d. Does your dedicated website include any of the following information, tools, or features? Check all that apply. Project-level status updates Implementation status updates for bike plan, complete streets policy, or similar Contact information and/or online form to provide feedback Budget simulator Budget calendar Multiple language options Accessibility features Other* E6d1 None of the above *E6d1. If other please describe: ***E6e. If other tools or systems are in place to increase or improve community engagement, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 6 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E7. How does your community actively seek public input and engage local residents throughout the ongoing planning process for bicycle infrastructure improvements? Check all that apply. Project- or plan-specific community advisory or citizen oversight task group(s) or committee(s) appointed by local government Active engagement by agency staff with resident-driven community groups (e.g. neighborhood associations) Consensus Workshops Public Meetings Focus Groups On-site user surveys Online surveys 311 app or website or similar Other mobile app crowdsourcing Tabling at other community events/destinations Pop-up bike infrastructure or demonstration projects with a feedback collection mechanism Agency-led bike rides or Bike Audits with planners, engineers, and/or elected officials that are open to the public Advocate or community-led bike rides or Bike Audits that city officials regularly attend Any other bicycle infrastructure/facility audits that are open to the public Door-to-door canvassing to share information and seek input Direct mailings to inform residents near impacted areas Other* E7a None of the above *E7a. If other input and engagement methods are used, please describe. E7b. OPTIONAL – If any Bike Audits have been conducted by city officials, local advocates, or any other member of the community in the past 4 years, please upload their resulting Bike Audit Report here and describe how the Audit has impacted planning or implementation for bicycle improvements in the community. Learn more about conducting Bike Audits from the AARP Bike Audit Tool Kit . © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 7 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E8. How have these engagement opportunities been made more accessible and inclusive to increase the diversity and representation of opinions and perspectives heard? Check all that apply. In-person tabling or other face-to-face engagement opportunities regularly take place at various popular local community destinations (e.g. local schools, parks, churches, barber shops, grocery stores, etc.) In-person tabling, canvassing, or other face-to-face engagement efforts have intentionally focused on underrepresented or disadvantaged neighborhoods Public meetings are offered both virtually and in-person Public meetings and other engagement opportunities are offered at a variety of times to accommodate a variety of work schedules Public meetings are recorded and made available on the community’s website Transcripts of public meetings are made available on the community’s website Meeting minutes or summaries of public meetings are made available on the community’s website Childcare is regularly provided at public meetings or other engagement opportunities Food is regularly provided at public meetings or other engagement opportunities Compensation or incentives are provided to public engagement participants for their time Door-to-door canvassing to share information and seek input in underrepresented neighborhoods Engagement opportunities are offered in languages other than English, or translation services are always available Language translation services are made available upon request Sign language interpreters and/or captioning is/are always available Sign language interpreters and/or captioning is/are made available upon request Maps and images are described verbally for low-vision participants Tactile maps are available for low-vision participants Partnerships with local community groups or other government agencies to reach new audiences Other* E8a None of the above *E8a. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 8 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Planning, Funding, and Implementation E9. Does your community have a comprehensive bicycle master plan or similar section in another document? Yes* E9a-g No** E9a-b Plan is currently under development*** E9a-c Skip ahead the appropriate section for each answer option above (Note fields E9a-E9g will be hidden in online application until corresponding answers above are selected.) If yes: *E9a. What year was the plan originally adopted? *E9a1. Has the plan been updated or revised since it was first adopted? Yes*** E92a No, but an update is currently underway No, the originally adopted plan is the most recent version ***E9a2. If yes, what year was the plan most recently updated? *E9b. Provide a link to the current plan. *E9c. Is there a dedicated budget or funding allocated for implementation of the plan? Yes*** E9c1-2 No ***E9c1. What is the designated annual budget or funding allocated? (If budget is not consistent annually, provide the annual average from the last 10 years or length of plan.) (# only) ***E9c2. List or describe funding source(s). *E9d. Does your plan include a specific, measurable goal to increase bicycle facilities? Yes*** E9d1 No ***E9d1. Please list the goals and/or what page(s) and paragraph(s) of the plan linked above the goal(s) can be found on. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 9 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E9e. Since the adoption or most recent update of the plan, approximately what percentage of the plan has been implemented? 0-10% 11-25% 26-50% 51-75% More than 75% Unknown *E9f. If there is a website to show your community’s progress on implementation of the bike plan, please provide the link here: *E9g. What steps has your community taken to specifically engage with women, People of Color, people with disabilities, non-English speakers, low-income residents, and/or any other marginalized communities to invite their input and participation on the development and implementation of the bike plan? If no: **E9a. How does your community currently make decisions around bike infrastructure (e.g. where and what to build, how to prioritize projects, etc.)? **E9b. What are the top 1-3 challenges or barriers keeping your community from developing a dedicated bike plan, and what resources or guidance could make it more feasible for your community to develop one in the future? If Plan is currently under development: ***E9a. When is the plan expected to be finalized and adopted? ***E9b. Is there a planned budget or funding allocated for implementation of the new plan? Yes* E9b1 No *E9b1. What is the planned annual budget? (# only) ***E9c. What steps is your community taking to specifically engage with women, People of Color, people with disabilities, non-English speakers, low-income residents, and/or any other marginalized communities to invite their input and participation on the development and implementation of the new bike plan? © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 10 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E10. Does your community pass a budget on a regular basis? (e.g. annual capital budget, operating budget, etc.) Yes* E10a-d No** E10a-d If yes: E10a. If yes, please provide a brief description and link(s) to the most recent budget(s) passed. E10b. Please upload the most recent transportation budget for your community. E10c. On average, over the last 5 years, what percentage of your community’s total annual transportation budget was invested in bicycle projects? (drop-down menu: “unknown” and 0-100% options) E10d. Optional: Please tell us how you calculated this answer or what you included in the calculation? (This question is for informational purposes only - to help the League provide better guidance to applicant communities on how to calculate their answers to E10c going forward.) If no: E10a. If no, please describe how your community organizes its projects and finances for bicycling infrastructure improvements. E10b. If available, please upload the most recent transportation budget or explanation of transportation-related expenses for your community. E10c. Approximately what portion of your community’s transportation expenses are typically spent on bicycle projects each year? (drop-down menu: “unknown” and 0-100% options) E10d. Optional: Please tell us how you calculated this answer or what you included in the calculation? (This question is for informational purposes only - to help the League provide better guidance to applicant communities on how to calculate their answers to E10c going forward.) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 11 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E11. Is bicycle-related funding consistently specifically allocated to historically underinvested or underrepresented areas of your community? (e.g. low-income neighborhoods, or areas defined as ‘high need’ under your state’s Transportation Alternatives Program, etc.) Yes* E11a No *E11a. Please describe. Evaluating the Bicycle Network E12. Has your community conducted any kind of connectivity analysis for the bicycle network? Yes* E12a-c No *E12a. If yes, which of the following connectivity analysis methods or measures has the community used to evaluate your bicycle network? Check all that apply. See the FHWA Guidebook for Measuring Multimodal Network Connectivity Table 3 (page 15) for key questions and sample measures for each of the options below. Network Completeness – e.g. How much of the transportation network is available to bicyclists and pedestrians? Network Density – e.g. How dense are the available links and nodes of the bicycle and pedestrian network? Route Directness – e.g. How far out of their way do users have to travel to find a facility they can or want to use? Access to Destinations – e.g. What destinations can be reached using the transportation network? Network quality – e.g. How does the network support users of varying levels of experience, ages, abilities, and comfort with bicycling or walking? Other** E12a1 **E12a1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 12 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E12b. If yes, which of the following connectivity measures has your community used? Check all that apply. See the FHWA Guidebook for Measuring Multimodal Network Connectivity pages 50-57 for fact sheets and examples of each of the connectivity measures below. Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS) Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress Bicycle Low Stress Connectivity Bicycle Route Quality Index Other** E12b1 **E12b1. If other, please describe. *E12c. Please summarize the findings of your network analysis and how those findings have been used to improve your community's bicycle network. Provide links if applicable. E13. Does your community have a performance measurement program for biking or active transportation infrastructure? Yes* E13a-c No In the process of establishing one *E13a. What are the goals of your community's performance measurement program? © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 13 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E13b. Which of the following bicyclist and pedestrian performance measures have been used to evaluate and inform decision-making around your bicycle network? Check all that apply. (See the FHWA Guidebook for Developing Pedestrian & Bicycle Performance Measures for more information and resources about each of the options below.) Access to Community Destinations Access to Jobs Adherence to Accessibility Laws Adherence to Traffic Laws Average Travel Time Average Trip Length Connectivity Index Crashes Crossing Opportunities Delay Density of Destinations Facility Maintenance Job Creation Land Consumption Land Value Level of Service Miles of Pedestrian/Bicycle Facilities Mode Split Network Completeness Pedestrian Space Person Throughput Physical Activity and Health Population Served by Walk/Bike/ Transit Retail Impacts Route Directness Street Trees Transportation-Disadvantaged Population Served User Perceptions © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 14 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Impacts Volume Other** E13b1 None of the above **E13b1. If other, please describe. *E13c. How have these performance measures informed your community's planning efforts or supported the goals listed above? Evaluating Ridership E14. How does your community collect information on bicycle usage? Check all that apply. Permanent automated /electronic bicycle counters (e.g. Eco-Counter , StreetLight Data , etc.) Temporary or mobile automated /electronic bicycle counters Regular statistically-valid community bicycle surveys Travel diaries Household travel surveys that include bicycle trips App-based or other opt-in electronic data collection (e.g. Strava Metro , Dero Zap , etc.) Regular manual counts of bicyclists on trails Regular manual counts of bicyclists on the road Regular counts of parked bicycles at transit stations (if applicable) Regular counts of parked bicycles at schools Regular counts of parked bicycles at other destinations (downtown business district, etc.) Counts that include demographic data collection (e.g. gender, race, age, etc.) Counts that specifically focus on traditionally underrepresented or underinvested neighborhoods Cordon counts that include bicyclists Any other type of count that includes bicyclists None of the above © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 15 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview If the community has collected ridership data locally for any of the following categories, please provide up to one PDF or excel file for each category where ridership data is available: (file uploads only available through online application – additional files may be uploaded at the end of the application.) E14a. Utilitarian ridership data collected locally (e.g. bicycle trips for commuting, running errands, transportation, etc.) E14b. Recreational ridership data collected locally (e.g. rides solely for exercise or fun.) E14c. Demographic ridership data collected locally (e.g. rider age, race, gender, etc.) E14d. School ridership data collected locally (e.g. rides by or with K-12 or younger children – either riding on their own or being carried in a child seat, trailer, etc.) E14e. Other ridership data (e.g. any other bicycle ridership data collected locally that doesn’t fall under the above categories.) E15. What is your best estimate for your community’s current bicycle mode share? (Write "unknown" if there is no estimate. If a number is provided, please describe how and when this mode share number was estimated.) E16. Does your community establish target goals for bicycle use? (e.g. a certain level of bicycle mode share) Yes* E16a No *E16a. Please list or describe these goals, as well as current baseline metrics. Evaluating & Improving Safety Outcomes E17. Does your community collect and track bicyclist crash data? Yes* E17a No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 16 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E17a. On average over the past five calendar years, how many bicyclists have been in a crash involving a motor vehicle annually? (# only) Be sure to provide an annual average from the past 5 years. Total the number of collisions and divide by the number of years you are reporting. For example, if there were 120 collisions in 5 years, your average would be (120 collisions / 5 years) = 24 E18. Does your community collect and track bicyclist “near misses”? Yes* E18a No No, but we are working on a way to do this **E18a. If yes, please describe how this information is collected and used. E19. On average over the past five calendar years, how many bicyclists have died due to a crash involving a motor vehicle annually? (# only) Be sure to provide an annual average from the past 5 years. For example, if there were 2 fatalities total in the past 5 years, your average would be (2 fatalities / 5 years) = 0.4 E20. Has your community conducted any kind of analysis to identify High Injury Networks or to prioritize infrastructure investments based on bicycle crash data? See the Safer Streets Priority Finder for an example. Yes* E20a-c No *E20a. If Yes, please provide a brief explanation of the analysis and how it is being used in the planning, prioritization, and implementation processes for bicycle infrastructure. *E20b. If Yes, please upload any associated data, visualizations, and/or maps. *E20c. Has this analysis included any demographic or socioeconomic details or overlays to better understand who/what neighborhoods of the community are most impacted by traffic violence? Yes* E20c1 No **E20c1. If yes, please describe your process and findings. E21. Has the community set a goal or established a policy or plan to eliminate traffic fatalities within the next 20 years or less? Yes* E21a-c No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 17 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E21a. If yes, please state or summarize the goal, including timeframe. *E21b. What is the primary method or mechanism the community has implemented to achieve this goal? *E21c. Please provide a link to any associated plan, policy, or program. E22. Are there any local or statewide traffic ordinances or laws in place designed to improve bicyclists’ safety in your community? Check all that apply. Specific penalties for failing to yield to a cyclist when turning It is illegal to park or drive in a bike lane (intersections excepted) Penalties for motor vehicle users that 'door' bicyclists Ban on cell phone use while driving Ban on texting while driving Vulnerable road user law Safe passing distance law It is illegal to harass a cyclist Law that allows cyclists to treat a stop sign as a yield sign (i.e. the “Idaho Stop” is legal in your state) Law that allows cyclists to treat an unresponsive red light as a stop sign (i.e. “Dead Red” law) Law that allows bicyclists to follow pedestrian signals instead of motor vehicle traffic lights at signalized intersections Other* E22a None of the above Tip: You can learn about your state’s laws that protect bicyclists at bikeleague.org/StateBikeLaws . *E22a. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 18 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview E23. Do any of the following local ordinances or enforcement practices exist in your community that place restrictions on cyclists or criminalize cycling? Check all that apply. Local law requires bicyclists to use side paths regardless of their usability Local law requires bicyclists to use bike lanes when provided Local law requires that bicyclists are required to ride as far to the right of the road as practicable without exceptions Local law restricts usage of electric-assist bicycles Mandatory bike registration Mandatory helmet use for all ages Restrictions on sidewalk riding outside of the Central Business District Restrictions on sidewalk riding inside the Central Business District Dismount zones/regulations on shared-use paths Local or school policies restrict youths from riding to school Ban on exhibition or “trick riding” (e.g. wheelies) “Bicycle safety checks” or other legal or de facto enforcement stops occur Bicycles are banned from one or more road that is open to vehicles (not including highways) Other legal and/or de-facto enforcement practices that criminalize or place restrictions on cyclists* E23a None of the above *E23a. If other, please describe. E24. Please describe any efforts in place to evaluate how equitably and effectively any of the laws, ordinances, or enforcement practices describe above are currently applied in the community. (e.g. efforts to identify or measure racial disparities in the application or outcomes of specific laws; efforts to identify specific laws that are most/least likely to be effective in preventing bicyclist crashes, injuries, and fatalities; etc.) E25. Have there been any efforts in the last 5 years to repeal or amend any local laws, ordinances, or enforcement practices that place(d) restrictions on cyclists or criminalize(d) any aspect of cycling or walking in your community? Yes* E25a No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 19 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *E25a. If yes, please describe. E26. What kind of data is currently collected around traffic law enforcement stops, citations and/or arrests in your community? Check all that apply. Officials are required to report all traffic enforcement stops made of motor vehicle drivers Officials are required to report all traffic enforcement stops made of bicyclists and pedestrians, including any stops made on streets, sidewalks, trails, transit, etc. Demographic information is collected as part of all traffic stop data that is reported Demographic information is collected for all traffic-related citations and arrests Other* E26a None of the Above *E26a. If other, please describe. E27. How is the data described above shared or made available to increase transparency and accountability around traffic law enforcement stops, citations, and arrests? Check all that apply. Real-time reporting of traffic enforcement data is made available to the public Raw data is published and made available to the public on a regular basis Data summaries, analysis, or reports are published and made available to the public on a regular basis Demographic data including race or ethnicity are included in publicly-available datasets, summaries, and/or reports* E27a Demographic data including sex or gender identity are included in publicly-available datasets, summaries, and/or reports Demographic data including physical and/or cognitive disabilities are included in publicly-available datasets, summaries, and/or reports Data and/or analysis is routinely shared with a citizen oversight board or committee Data is only available to the public by FOIA request Analysis and reports are developed but not shared/ are only used internally Other** E27b N/A - Data is not collected *E27a. Please share links or upload files showing any publicly-available traffic enforcement data or reports that include demographic information. (Up to 2 links and/or 2 file attachments accepted in the online form.) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 20 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview **E27b. If other, please describe the policies or practices in place to increase transparency and accountability in traffic enforcement. E28. What, if any, policies or practices does your community have in place to measure and eliminate racial bias in traffic law enforcement, including in-person and automated enforcement practices? (500 word limit) Evaluation & Planning Bonus Points E29. Besides the Bicycle Friendly Community program, what other national programs does your community participate in to improve bicycling? Check all that apply. CDC Active People, Healthy Nation SM USGBC LEED® for Neighborhood Development NACTO Cities for Cycling NACTO Member City or Affiliate Member City National Association of Chronic Disease Directors Walkability Action Institute Walk Friendly Communities America Walks - Walking College AARP Age-Friendly Communities Local and Regional Government Alliance on Race & Equity (GARE) Network Member Vision Zero Network Community Other* E29a None of the above *E29a. If other, please describe. E30. Describe any other efforts by your community to evaluate and/or plan for bicycle improvements that have not already been covered. (500 word limit) Use this space to expand on answers checked above, or to describe any additional evaluation & planning efforts that have not yet been covered. E31. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s bicycle Evaluation & Planning efforts or investments since your last BFC application. (250 word limit) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EVALUATION & PLANNING Preview: Page 21 of 154 11. Equity & Accessibility Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 1 of 154 EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY The League defines “ Equity ” as the just and fair inclusion into a society in which everyone can participate and prosper. The goals of equity must be to create conditions that allow all to reach their full potential, by erasing disparities in race, income, ability, geography, age, gender and sexual orientation. The principle of equity acknowledges that there are historically underserved and underrepresented populations, and that fairness regarding these unbalanced conditions is needed to assist equality in the provision of effective opportunities to all groups. “ Accessibility ” refers to improving and increasing access and mobility options for everyone, including, and in particular, for people with disabilities. The League recognizes that not every disability is visible to others, and that not every person with a permanent or temporary mobility or accessibility need identifies as ‘disabled’. Whether from a cognitive, sensory, or physical disability, or from age, temporary illness, or injury, there are people in every community who face a range of mobility challenges for whom a bike or cycle may open a world of possibilities to increase accessibility . We firmly believe that Equity & Accessibility are the essential lenses through which all other BFC work must be viewed in order to achieve a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone. As such, you will find questions and answer options related to improving equity & accessibility throughout the BFC application in each previous “E” section, in addition to this new dedicated “Equity & Accessibility” section. These Equity & Accessibility updates have been developed thanks to the input and participation of hundreds of communities and local advocates with a wide range of lived experiences and areas of expertise, to whom we are very grateful. The League presents this new section with the recognition that our work to listen, learn, and engage on the topics of Equity & Accessibility in the BFC program is not yet finished, and never will be. Equity is an ongoing practice and the League will continue to engage with partners, local advocates, and communities in the BFC program to incorporate new ideas, reflect new challenges, and continue to grow and learn. If you have questions, comments, or feedback about the updated BFC application, please email us at bfa@bikeleague.org . Thank you for continuing to learn and engage in this work along with us. -Amelia Neptune, Bicycle Friendly America program director June 2022 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 2 of 154 Equity & Accessibility Staffing, Committees, & Partnerships F1. Does your local government have an internal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) or similar initiative, department, or position? Yes* F1a-e No In the process of creating this role or department *F1a-e. If yes, provide the name, title/role, department name, and email address of the primary contact. *F1f. Please describe how, if at all, the DEI initiative, department, or position supports equitable bike planning or outreach in the community. F2. Does your community have an officially-recognized DEI or Transportation Equity Committee or similar equity-related advisory committee or working group focused on equity or mobility justice issues? (Separate from the Bicycle Advisory Committee) Yes* F2a-e No In the process of creating this role or department *F2a. What is the name of this committee or working group? *F2b-d. Provide the name and email address of the primary contact. *F2e. How, if at all, has this advisory committee or working group informed or influenced bike planning, infrastructure and/or programming in your community? F3. Does your local government have a dedicated Disability Services Department, Office of Disability Rights, or similar department(s) or role(s) dedicated to supporting and advocating for residents with disabilities? Yes* F3a-b No** F3c In the process of creating this role or department If yes: Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 3 of 154 *F3a. If yes, please list the name(s) of the department(s) and a primary contact for each. *F3b. If yes, please describe how, if at all, these departments or individuals have been involved in improving accessibility for disabled cyclists across a range of disabilities and access needs If no: **F3c. If your local governmental agency has 50 or more employees (full-, part-, or seasonal), it is required by federal law to have a designated ADA coordinator. If your agency has 50 or more employees, who is the ADA coordinator? F4. What types of partnerships has the community established to reach new audiences and increase representation and inclusion in your education, encouragement, outreach and/or engagement processes? Check all that apply. Note you will be asked to provide details for each option checked. Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 4 of 154 BIPOC affinity bike club or community group(s) Femme/Trans/Women affinity bike club or community group(s) LGBTQIA+ affinity bike club or community group(s) Disabled cyclist affinity bike club or community group(s) Senior citizen affinity bike club or community group(s) Family-oriented affinity bike club or community group(s) Youth bike club or community group(s) Bicycle co-op or non-profit community bike shop Local independent bike shop Disabled people and/or disability advocates/activists Local Center for Independent Living Language services agency or advocacy/support group Affordable housing agency or advocacy/support group Unhoused/homeless services agency or advocacy/support group Immigrant or Refugee services or advocacy/support group Reentry and/or Rehabilitation services agency or advocacy support group Employment Service Centers Preschools or Daycare Facilities School District and/or public or private K-12 schools College or University Youth groups, clubs, or coalitions Youth development organizations Local AARP Office Office on aging, senior services agency, or related affinity groups Public library Local civic associations or neighborhood groups Faith-based organizations or places of worship Civil rights or social justice-focused advocacy group or organization Sustainability or climate-focused advocacy group or organization Public health agency or local healthcare provider Parks and recreation agency or similar Emergency management/disaster response agency or similar Transit agency or similar Bike share provider or similar Business or commercial districts or similar Other (please describe below) None of the above F4a. For EACH category checked in F4, please list the partner group(s) and briefly describe or summarize the activity or partnership involving that group. Equity Data Collection & Goals Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 5 of 154 F5. Does your community collect or track any other bicycle-related data with socioeconomic and/or demographic details that hasn’t already been mentioned elsewhere on this application? (e.g. statistics on access to a bike/bike ownership, cyclist satisfaction, or barriers to riding, etc. specifically among women, seniors, People of Color, people with disabilities, unhoused/homeless people, non-English speakers, etc.) Yes* F5a-b No *F5a. If yes, please describe your methodology and findings. *F5b. Optional file upload: (If you have multiple files, please combine them in a zip file to allow our reviewers to see all) (Note: uploads are only available through actual online application .) F6. Has your community established any specific and measurable equity-related goals or performance measures that relate to bicycling, or to transportation more broadly? Yes* F6a-c No *F6a. If yes, please describe or list the goals. *F6b. If yes, please describe or list any plans or systems in place to help the community meet these goals. Provide links if these plans have not already been included elsewhere on this application. *F6c. How will your community define success toward these goals? In other words, to quote Veronica O. Davis , what will equity look like if you achieve it? F7. Has your community conducted any equity-centered analysis (e.g., social vulnerability assessment, equity matrix, index, or similar effort) as part of a community Bicycle Master Plan, Vision Zero Action Plan, Safe Routes to School Plan, ADA Transition Plan, or other similar planning effort or document? Yes* F7a-b No *F7a. If yes, please provide a brief description of assessment or efforts and any relevant links. *F7b. If yes, please summarize the ways this assessment has influenced the decision-making process for the implementation of the related plan or effort? Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 6 of 154 F8. Does your community regularly incorporate any of the following socioeconomic or demographic variables into any planning or decision-making processes for the development or prioritization of bike infrastructure projects? (e.g. data overlay mapping at the neighborhood or census tract scale.) Check all that apply. Age Income/poverty status Race/Ethnicity Vehicle ownership (e.g. Zero car households) Transit reliance Language/English proficiency Foreign-born population Gender Disability status Education Level Other* F8a None of the above *F8a. If other, please describe. F8b. For any variable selected above in F8, please describe how the variable(s) have informed decision-making or prioritization around bicycle investments and project implementation. Please include any relevant links, if applicable, that could help us to better understand your methodology, and inspire other BFC applicants to learn from your community’s process. (Write “N/A” if no variables were checked in F8.) Equity & Accessibility Policies & Plans Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 7 of 154 F9. Has your community adopted any of the following types of equity-related action plans? Check all that apply. Racial Equity Action Plan or similar* F9a Inclusive Mobility Action Plan or similar plan focused on improving accessibility for people with disabilities* F9b ADA Transition Plan or similar* F9c Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan or similar * F9d Climate Equity Plan or similar* F9e Health Equity Plan or similar* F9f Other* F9g None of the above *F9a. Has this Racial Equity Action Plan or similar plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9a1-2 No **F9a1. If yes, please describe. **F9a2. Provide a link to the Racial Equity Action Plan or similar plan: *F9b. Has this Inclusive Mobility Action Plan or similar plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9b1-2 No **F9b1. If yes, please describe. **F9b2. Provide a link to the Inclusive Mobility Action Plan or similar plan: *F9c. Has the ADA Transition Plan or similar plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9c1-2 No **F9c1. If yes, please describe. **F9c2. Provide a link to the ADA Transition Plan or similar plan: Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 8 of 154 *F9d. Has the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan or similar plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9d1-2 No **F9d1. If yes, please describe. **F9d2. Provide a link to the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan or similar plan: *F9e. Has the Climate Equity Plan or similar plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9e1-2 No **F9e1. If yes, please describe. **F9e2. Provide a link to the Climate Equity Plan or similar plan: *F9f. Has the Health Equity Plan or similar plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9f1-2 No **F9f1. If yes, please describe. **F9f2. Provide a link to the Health Equity Plan or similar plan: *F9g. If other, what is the name of the plan? *F9g. Has this other plan impacted or influenced bicycling planning efforts in your community? Yes** F9g1-2 No **F9g1. If yes, please describe. **F9g2. Provide a link to the plan: Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 9 of 154 F10. Has the community developed any anti-displacement programs or strategies that relate to transportation investments? Yes, for individual projects* F10a Yes, there is an overall program or strategy for the entire community** F10b No, but the community has taken other steps to mitigate or avoid displacement*** F10c Unsure/unknown None of the above *F10a. Please describe your community's anti-displacement programs or strategies for any specific transportation projects, including how you are documenting or measuring the impact or outcome of these efforts. Please include links to more information, if available. **F10b. Please describe your community's overall anti-displacement program or strategy, including how you are documenting or measuring the impact or outcomes. Please include links to more information, if available. ***F10c. If other steps are being taken to mitigate or avoid displacement in your community, please describe these efforts, including how you are documenting or measuring their impact. Please include links to more information, if available. Equity & Accessibility Bonus Points F11. Are there any other innovative strategies, programs, facilities, or initiatives in place to specifically support cyclists with any vision, hearing, mobility, and/or cognitive needs in your community, that have not already been covered on your BFC application? Please describe and include links to more information, if applicable. (OPEN-ENDED) F12. Are there any other innovative strategies programs, facilities or initiatives in place to make cycling more equitable and inclusive for any historically underrepresented or marginalized groups or individuals in your community, including women, people of color, non-English speakers, people with disabilities, non-drivers, young children, and/or seniors? Please describe and include links to more information, if applicable. (OPEN-ENDED) Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY Preview: Page 10 of 154 F13. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant improvements to your community’s bicycle-related Equity and Accessibility efforts or investments since your last BFC application. (OPEN-ENDED) 12. Final Overview Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview FINAL OVERVIEW G1. What are the top three reasons your community has made bicycling a priority? Click up to three. Improved quality of life Improving public health Community connectivity Provide affordable transportation options Reduce car-parking demands Climate change/environmental stewardship concerns Decrease traffic congestion Increase tourism Increase property values Cooperation with adjacent communities Public demand Economic development Support Smart Growth or other growth management goals Traffic and bicycle/pedestrian safety Meet local or state requirements None of the above G2. Briefly describe the most positive outcome of your community’s support for bicycling. (250 word limit) G3. How is the local government specifically educating the community about how the benefits of biking align with the broader goals of the community? (250 word limit) G4. What are your community’s greatest achievements in the last 12 months in the work to become more bicycle-friendly? (250 word limit) G5. What could be done differently in order to make bicycling safer, more enjoyable and/or more convenient in your community? (500 word limit) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FINAL OVERVIEW Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview G6. What are the greatest challenges or barriers your community faces in taking action toward the efforts described in your response to G5? (250 word limit) G7. What specific bicycle-related improvements are planned in the next 12 months that directly affect your community? (250 word limit) G8. Optional: What other communities do you look to as peers or comparable role models for your community? (This may be local neighboring communities or communities elsewhere in the nation or the world.) G9. We often get requests for example BFC applications from aspiring communities. Are you willing to share your application? Yes No G10. How did you hear about the Bicycle Friendly Community program? G11. Are you interested in learning more about potentially having the League come to your community to host a Bicycle Friendly Community Workshop in the coming year? Yes No The League is currently exploring a fee-for-service model where communities that have recently applied to the BFC program could pay to have the League come to your community and host a 1-3 day in-person workshop, which would include a group bike audit, a deep-dive into your Report Card and feedback across the 5 Es, and Action Planning for improvements. If you check “yes” above, we will reach out with additional information later in 2026 as it becomes available. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FINAL OVERVIEW Preview: Page 2 of 154 13. Supplementary Materials Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS Optional: If you would like to share any supplemental material to support your application, please upload files to your online application. (Up to 10 files allowed.) The League wants to showcase the places, organizations, and individuals working to build a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone. By sharing photos of your bicycling programs, community outreach efforts, or people biking in your community, you'll help us highlight your community's commitment to making bicycling better. By submitting photos, you are granting the League of American Bicyclists the right to use your images to promote bicycling. File 1: (Note: uploads are only available through actual online application .) Name or Description of File 1: File 2: Name or Description of File 2: File 3: Name or Description of File 3: File 4: Name or Description of File 4: File 5: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Name or Description of File 5: File 6: Name or Description of File 6: File 7: Name or Description of File 7: File 8: Name or Description of File 8: File 9: Name or Description of File 9: File 10: Name or Description of File 10: If you would like to share any supplementary links or URLs not already included in your answers above, please provide up to 5 additional links. Link 1: Link 2: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Link 3: Link 4: Link 5: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS Preview: Page 3 of 154 14. Funding Resources Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview FUNDING RESOURCES Please note: the online BFC application includes an additional page of funding-related resources for applicant communities. The questions on this page are not judged as part of your BFC award status, but are intended to provide communities with updated ideas for potential funding sources to support bicycling infrastructure and programming, as well as to help inform the League’s future work developing new funding-related resources and guidance for BFC applicants. H1. Is your community part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that serves an area with a population over 200,000? Yes* H1a-b No *H1a. Does your MPO designate funding for bicycling and walking in their long-range plan? Yes No Unsure *H1b. Does the MPO’s Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) include bicycling and walking projects? Yes* H1b1 No Unsure *H1b1. If yes, has your community advocated for getting priority bicycling projects into the TIP? Yes No H2. Under the Transportation Alternatives Program, States must prioritize projects that benefit high need communities. Is your community defined as a high need community by your state? Learn more about the Transportation Alternatives Program. Yes No © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FUNDING RESOURCES Preview: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview H3. States now have funding to provide technical assistance to Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) applicants. The technical assistance can cover everything from scoping a project, to the application process, to the permitting process. H3a. Has your state Department of Transportation offered technical assistance through the Transportation Alternatives Program? Yes No Unsure H3b. Has your community requested technical assistance from your state DOT to help with TAP projects? Yes No H3c. Has your community received technical assistance from your state DOT to help with TAP projects? Yes No H4. What sources of funding do you use to pay for bicycle infrastructure and programming in your community? Check all that apply Federal Funding* H4a State Funding* H4b County/Regional Funding* H4c Local Government Agency Funding* H4d Cost-sharing* H4e Foundations Local grants Private donations Hospitals Non-profit partnerships Corporate partnerships Other* H4f Unknown © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FUNDING RESOURCES Preview: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *H4a. What sources of Federal Funding are used? Formula Funding (federal funding distributed by the state)* H4a1 Discretionary Infrastructure Grant Programs (communities apply directly to US DOT)* H4a2-3 Non-Infrastructure Grant Programs (402/405, CDC, NEA, etc.)* H4a4 Other* H4a5 Unknown *H4a1. What Federal Formula Funding sources are used? Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) Surface Transportation Block Grant program funds (through MPO) Other Formula Funding* H4a1a Unknown *H4a1a. If other Formula Funding source, please list. *H4a2. What Discretionary Federal Infrastructure Grant Programs are used? BUILD Grant Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program Thriving Communities (Technical Assistance) Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) Other Federal Discretionary Infrastructure Grant Program Funding* H4a2a Unknown *H4a2a. If other Federal Infrastructure Grant Program Funding used, please describe. *H4a3. If your community has received a discretionary federal transportation grant that included a bicycle facility, when was the funding agreement signed? In 2024 or earlier* H4a3a In 2025 or later* H4a3a We do not yet have a signed funding agreement* H4a3b © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FUNDING RESOURCES Preview: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *H4a3a. If you already have a signed funding agreement in place: What changes, if any, were made to the project between the award notice and the funding agreement’s project description (specifically in relation to bike facilities)? *H4a3b. If you are still in the process of getting a signed funding agreement, is there discussion about changing the project description (specifically related to bicycle facilities)? *H4a4. What Federal Non-Infrastructure Grant Programs are used? Section 405 National Priority Safety Program Section 402 State and Community Highway Safety Grant Program Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Endowment for the Arts ‘Our Town’ Creative Placemaking Grants Other Federal Non-Infrastructure Grant Program Funding** H4a4a Unknown ** H4a4a. If other Federal Non-Infrastructure Grant Program Funding used, please describe. *H4a5. If other Federal Funding source, please list. *H4b. What sources of State Funding are used? Learn more about state funding opportunities via state-by-state funding Fact Sheets, here . State Department of Transportation State Department of Health Other State Agency Funding* H4b1 Unknown *H4b1. If other State Funding source, please list. *H4c. What sources of County or Regional Funding are used? MPO/RPO/County Transportation Department County Public Health Department Other County/Regional Funding** H4c1 Unknown **H4c1. If other County/Regional Funding source, please list. *H4d. What sources of Local Government Funding are used? Local Transportation Department Local Health Agency Local Transit Agency © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FUNDING RESOURCES Preview: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Other Local Agency Funding Unknown **H4d1. If other Local Agency Funding source, please list. *H4e. What entities has your community shared costs with to pay for bicycle infrastructure and programming? University Developer(s) Major employer(s) Neighboring jurisdiction(s) Other** H4e1 Unknown **H4e1. If other cost sharing entity, please list. *H4f. If other, please describe. H5. If there is anything else you would like to share with the BFC review team about your community’s budget or other funding made available for bike infrastructure development, please describe here. This may include other grants or funding sources the community has had in the past, or challenges the community has faced in applying for/receiving funding that you’d like to share with the League to help us provide better guidance and support to Bicycle Friendly Communities. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . FUNDING RESOURCES Preview: Page 5 of 154 15. List of 2026 Application Updates Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Jump to updates in the following subsections: Engineering Education Youth Bicycle Education ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: MIDDLE SCHOOLS: HIGH SCHOOLS: Evaluation & Planning Funding Resources Engineering New and updated answer options under B3b: *B3b. Do/es the manual or guidelines incorporate, reference, or follow any of the following standards? Check all that apply. Accessibility standards that specifically address accommodating adaptive cycles and cyclists with disabilities Bike facility design standards that incorporate Universal Design principles by addressing the needs of all users and mobility types in public rights-of-way FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide FHWA Small Town and Rural Multimodal Network Guide ( see PDF ) NACTO Guide for Designing for All Ages & Abilities Current NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide (2025 Edition) Older NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide (previous editions) NACTO Urban Street Design Guide Current AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities (5 th Edition) Older AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities (4 th Edition ) Other **B3b1 None of the above © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Updated worksheet for B14 – the questions and fields did not change but all the links to descriptions and resources from the NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide have been updated: B14. Bicycle Network Worksheet Download the BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (Microsoft Excel) here to complete your BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet. (Template file updated 7/28/25) After entering your community’s road network and bicycle network facilities and markings on the “Current” and “Planned” tabs of the Bicycle Network Worksheet, save your file using the naming convention " BFC_2026_B14 BFC Network Worksheet_YOUR COMMUNITY NAME.xlsx " before uploading your completed worksheet. Education Questions C1-3 have been revised with the following highlighted updates: Youth Bicycle Education Are schools in your community getting students Ready to Ride? If any school in your community offers in-school on-bike cycling education - whether through physical education class or another part of the school day - please encourage them to complete the League’s Ready to Ride survey . The survey helps us understand where school-based on-bike education programs exist, how to support their growth, and how to help others establish these critical programs. If your schools don’t yet offer in-school on-bike education, the League provides free resources to help get started at bikeleague.org/ready-to-ride . © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 2 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: C1. Do any public, private, or charter elementary schools in your community offer any of the following bicycle education options to students? Check all that apply. On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students* C1a-f Off-bike cycling instruction (e.g. safety presentations, helmet fitting, STEM lessons, etc.) is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students** C1g On-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at elementary schools Off-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at elementary schools Other*** C1h None of the above N/A - there are no elementary schools in the community If “On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students” is selected for C1: *C1a. What percentage of all elementary schools (including public, private, and charter) offer in-school, on-bike cycling education? Private schools with fewer than 25 students do not need to be counted for this percentage. Note: this question has been updated in 2026 to indicate that only schools with on-bike education should be counted. 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% unknown *C1b. Does the on-bike education/curriculum offered in elementary schools meet the recommended Concepts and Skills on the League’s Young Riders Checklist ? Find the Young Riders checklist here. Yes, all recommended concepts and skills are taught © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 3 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Some, but not all, recommended concepts and skills are taught No Unsure *C1c. Who provides the on-bike instruction to students? Check all that apply. Physical Education Teachers Other Teachers or School Staff Outside Partner Organization(s) League Cycling Instructors Local Law Enforcement or Emergency Service Staff Other* C1c1 *C1c1. If other, please describe. *C1d. Are bicycles provided to elementary school students by the school district, municipality, non-profit or other entity to allow every student the opportunity to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes, bicycles are provided to all students* C1d1 Yes, a limited number of bicycles are available for students in need* C1d1 No, bicycles are not provided *C1d1. If yes, does the fleet include adaptive bikes for elementary school students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities? Yes* C1d1a No *C1d1a. If yes, please describe *C1e. Approximately how many elementary school students receive on-bike education annually? (If annual amount varies, please provide annual average over last 5 most recent years that on-bike instruction was offered). *C1f. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all elementary school students? (e.g. language translation services, adaptive cycles can be provided upon request, schools with Title 1 status are prioritized, etc.) © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 4 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview If “Off-bike cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students” is selected for C1: **C1g. What kinds of off-bike education/curriculum is offered in elementary schools? Check all that apply. ABC Quick Check Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette STEM or other project-based bike-related curriculum Adaptive cycling education Proper helmet fit Other* C1g1 *C1g1. If other, please describe. If “Other” is selected for C1: ***C1h. If other, please describe. MIDDLE SCHOOLS: C2. Do any public, private, or charter middle schools in your community offer any of the following bicycle education options to students? Check all that apply. On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for middle schoolers* C2a-f Off-bike cycling instruction (e.g. safety presentations, helmet fitting, STEM lessons, etc.) is offered during the regular school day for middle schoolers** C2g On-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at middle schools Off-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at middle schools Other*** C2h None of the above N/A - there are no middle schools in the community *If on-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered in middle schools: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 5 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C2a. What percentage of your public and private (including charter) middle schools currently offer on-bike , in-school cycling education? Private schools with fewer than 25 students do not need to be counted for this percentage. Note: this question has been updated in 2026 to indicate that only schools with on-bike education should be counted. 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unsure *C2b. What kinds of on-bike education/curriculum is offered in middle schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride ABC Quick Check Bike handling skills Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette Adaptive cycling education Multi-modal/Mobility education Other** C2b1 **C2b1. If other, please describe. *C2c. Who provides the on-bike instruction to middle school students? Check all that apply. Physical Education Teachers Other Teachers or School Staff Outside Partner Organization(s) League Cycling Instructors Local Law Enforcement or Emergency Service Staff Other* C2c1 **C2c1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 6 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C2d. Are bicycles provided to middle school students by the school district, municipality, non-profit or other entity to allow every student the opportunity to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes, bicycles are provided to all students** C2d1 Yes, a limited number of bicycles are available for students in need** C2d1 No, bicycles are not provided **C2d1. If yes, does the fleet include adaptive bikes for middle school students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities? Yes* C2d1a No *C2d1a. If yes, please describe *C2e. Approximately how many middle school students receive on-bike education annually? (If annual amount varies, please provide annual average over last 5 most recent years that on-bike instruction was offered). *C2f. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all middle school students? (e.g. language translation services, adaptive cycles can be provided upon request, schools with Title 1 status are prioritized, etc.) If “off-bike” was selected on C2 for Middle schools: *C2g. What kinds of off-bike education/curriculum is offered in middle schools? Check all that apply. ABC Quick Check Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette STEM or other project-based bike-related curriculum (e.g. Project Bike Tech ) Adaptive cycling education Bicycle maintenance Multi-modal/Mobility education Proper helmet fit Other* C2g1 © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 7 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C2g1. If other, please describe. If “Other” was selected on C2 for Middle Schools: ***C2h. If other, please describe. HIGH SCHOOLS: C3. Do any public, private, or charter high schools in your community offer any of the following bicycle education options to students? Check all that apply. On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for high schoolers* C3a-C3f Off-bike cycling instruction (e.g. safety presentations, helmet fitting, STEM lessons, etc.) is offered during the regular school day for high schoolers** C3g On-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at high schools Off-bike cycling instruction is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity at high schools Other*** C3h None of the above N/A - there are no high schools in the community If “On-bike, in-school cycling instruction is offered during the regular school day for elementary school students” is selected for C1: © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 8 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C3a. What percentage of your public and private (including charter) high schools currently offer on-bike , in-school cycling education? Private schools with fewer than 25 students do not need to be counted for this percentage. Note: this question has been updated in 2026 to indicate that only schools with on-bike education should be counted. 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 75-99% 100% Unsure *C3b. What kinds of on-bike education/curriculum is offered in high schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride ABC Quick Check Bike handling skills Traffic safety/rules of the road Adaptive cycling education Multi-modal/Mobility education Trail safety and etiquette Other* C3b1 *C3b1. If other, please describe. *C3c. Who provides the on-bike instruction to high school students? Check all that apply. Physical Education Teachers Other Teachers or School Staff Outside Partner Organization(s) League Cycling Instructors Local Law Enforcement or Emergency Service Staff Other* C3c1 *C3c1. If other, please describe. © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 9 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C3d. Are bicycles provided to high school students by the school district, municipality, non-profit or other entity to allow every student the opportunity to participate in on-bike instruction? Yes, bicycles are provided to all students at participating schools* C3d1 Yes, a limited number of bicycles are available for students in need* C3d1 No, bicycles are not provided *C3d1. If yes, does the fleet include adaptive bikes for middle school students with physical and/or cognitive disabilities? Yes* C3d1a No *C3d1a. If yes, please describe *C3e. Approximately how many high school students receive on-bike education annually? (If annual amount varies, please provide annual average over last 5 most recent years that on-bike instruction was offered). *C3f. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all high school students? (e.g. language translation services, adaptive cycles can be provided upon request, schools with Title 1 status are prioritized, etc.) If “off-bike” was selected on C3 for high schools: **C3g. What kinds of off-bike education/curriculum is offered in high schools? Check all that apply. ABC Quick Check Traffic safety/rules of the road Trail safety and etiquette STEM or other project-based bike-related curriculum (e.g. Project Bike Tech ) Adaptive cycling education Bicycle maintenance Multi-modal/Mobility education Bicycle Friendly Driver education or similar Proper helmet fit Other* C3g1 © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 10 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview *C3g1. If other, please describe. If “Other” was selected on C3 for high schools: ***C3h. If other, please describe. The following answer option was also removed from C4, because of the new after school-related answer options added to C1, C2, and C3. Bicycle-related after school programming Evaluation & Planning Updated worksheet for E3 – the questions and fields did not change but all the years have been updated: E3. How many paid government employees (including the Bicycle Program Manager and the Safe Routes to Schools Coordinator), expressed in full-time equivalents (FTE), work on bicycle issues in your community? NOTE: A person that spends 1/10 of their time on bicycle issues would be counted as 0.1 FTE. (# only) Note: we have developed a worksheet to help communities answer this question more easily and more consistently. Please download the worksheet by clicking here to find guidance on what roles to include, how to calculate the estimates for each role, and how to tally your total FTE estimate. When you are finished, please save your worksheet with the naming convention “ BFC_2026_E3 FTE Worksheet_ YOUR COMMUNITY NAME.xlsx ” and upload the worksheet below. If you have any questions, please contact bfa@bikeleague.org. E3a. File Upload: ( Note: uploads are only available through actual online application .) New answer options under E29: E29. Besides the Bicycle Friendly Community program, what other national programs does your community participate in to improve bicycling? © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 11 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Check all that apply. CDC Active People, Healthy Nation SM USGBC LEED® for Neighborhood Development NACTO Cities for Cycling NACTO Member City or Affiliate Member City National Association of Chronic Disease Directors Walkability Action Institute Walk Friendly Communities America Walks - Walking College AARP Age-Friendly Communities Local and Regional Government Alliance on Race & Equity (GARE) Network Member Vision Zero Network Community Other* E29a None of the above Funding Resources *H4a3. If your community has received a discretionary federal transportation grant that included a bicycle facility, when was the funding agreement signed? In 2024 or earlier* H4a3a In 2025 or later* H4a3a We do not yet have a signed funding agreement* H4a3b *H4a3a. If you already have a signed funding agreement in place: What changes, if any, were made to the project between the award notice and the funding agreement’s project description (specifically in relation to bike facilities)? *H4a3b. If you are still in the process of getting a signed funding agreement, is there discussion about changing the project description (specifically related to bicycle facilities)? © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . List of BFC Application Updates from 2025 to 2026: Page 12 of 154 16. Additional Tools & Resources Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Additional Tools & Resources for BFC Applicants: Have a question or suggestion to improve this section? Email bfa@bikeleague.org . ● Bicycle Friendly America Application Portal ● About the Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) Program ● BFC Ideabook ● BFC Resources Page ● BFC FAQs ● BFA Application Portal FAQs ● Benchmarking Biking & Walking Data ● Glossary of Terms & Acronyms used in the BFC Application : Glossary of Terms and Acronyms for Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) Applicants If you come across a term or acronym on the application that is not listed on the glossary that you have questions about, please email bfa@bikeleaue.org . Optional Task Tracker - 2026 BFC Application Assignee Title Deadline Status Person Create copy of Google Docs Preview document and share new link with partners and reviewers Date Not started Person Initiate Online Application Date Not started Person Add Collaborators to Online Application (if applicable) Date Not started Person Assign sections and subsections of application to specific individuals Date Not started Person Application Intro Date Not started Person Contact Information Date Not started © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Additional Tools & Resources for Applicants: Page 1 of 154 Bicycle Friendly Community 2026 Application Preview Optional Task Tracker - 2026 BFC Application Assignee Title Deadline Status Person Community Profile pt. 1 Date Not started Person Community Profile pt. 2 Date Not started Person Engineering Date Not started Person Education Date Not started Person Encouragement Date Not started Person Evaluation & Planning Date Not started Person Equity & Accessibility Date Not started Person Final Overview Date Not started Person Supplementary Materials Date Not started Person Funding Resources Date Not started Person (To add or remove rows for other tasks, right-click on any row and select “Insert Row” or “Delete Row”) Date Not started Person Final Review of Online Application Date Not started Person Submission of Online Application Jun 17, 2026 1… Not started Have a question or suggestion to improve this section? Email bfa@bikeleague.org . © League of American Bicyclists Next BFC submission deadline: June 17, 2026 To submit a BFC application, create an account at apply.bikeleague.org . Additional Tools & Resources for Applicants: Page 2 of 154 Page: Application Tips A word version of this application is available for download, at https://bit.ly/BFCapp2022 (https://bit.ly/BFCapp2022) - that document highlights all new and updatedquestions on the application since the previous round, and can also be useful to review all the dependent fields that are hidden on the online application until theircorresponding parent answer option is selected. Find a Glossary of Terms used in the BFC Application here (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IK31XfewKWUCVr6BuLJvooO8A7jKfUziGBj0hzxqXjE/edit#gid=0). Ifyou come across a term on the application that is not listed on the glossary that you have questions about, please email bfa@bikeleaue.org. The Bicycle Friendly Community online application now allows multiple user accounts to collaborate on a single application! To add a collaborator, click on “ManageCollaborators” in the upper right-hand corner of your online application. Learn more on our Application Portal FAQs (https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/a/page/FAQs). The application will refer to your type of jurisdiction as ‘community’ throughout the application, for a lack of a better term. So when the application asks about bicycleamenities, services and other resources in your community, please only list what is provided within your jurisdiction’s boundaries. However, if there is a significantbicycle amenity or activity close by that benefits your community, you can tell us about it in the bonus point question at the end of the appropriate ‘E’ section. The application is designed for communities of all sizes. The conditions that make your community unique -- size, type, location, climate, demographics -- are importantwhen determining how to best encourage and support bicycling, and will be taken into consideration when we review your application. It is not necessary to be able to check every box on this application to earn a BFC designation. We’ve provided a comprehensive menu of all the ways a communitycan be bicycle-friendly, and some options are more valuable than others, or more relevant to some communities than others, but we don’t expect any community to doeverything on the list. Unless a question specifically asks about plans for the future, only check boxes for things that are already being done. So if several improvements for bicyclists are still inthe planning stage, you can either wait a year or two before you apply to increase your chances to receive an award, or you can apply now to benchmark and watch yourcommunity move up in award levels in the future (which can be a powerful way to show the impact of investments). If your community is doing something that isn’t listed in the checkboxes, or that goes above and beyond any of the check box options, please tell us about it! Check “other” onthe appropriate question, or use the bonus point questions at the end of each ‘E’ section and the ‘Final Overview’ section at the end of the application to give usmore details. This not only helps us to better understand your community, it also helps improve the program by identifying new trends and best practices. If you would like to share any documents such as a community bike map or a file with photos with the reviewers, please include a link or upload the file either under therelevant question (if possible) or in the designated space at the end of the Final Overview section. Applicants can compile several photos into a single zip file to save spaceon their application. Don’t be shy to tell us about your community’s weaknesses. This gives us a more accurate snapshot of your community, and displays that you are critically evaluating thecommunity’s internal efforts, which is an important component of the final ‘E’, Evaluation & Planning. A note about the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic: We recognize that many communities had to cancel or severely alter their in-person classes and events due to theCOVID-19 pandemic over the last several years. On questions that ask about in-person activities that happen “at least annually” you can check the box for activities thattypically happened annually before the pandemic, and that have resumed or are planned to be resumed when it is safe to do so. If you need help with the online application, visit our Application Portal FAQs page here (https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/a/page/FAQs) or contact us atbfa@bikeleague.org. Page: Application Intro Community Name: Menomonie Has the community applied to the Bicycle Friendly Community program before? Returning Application > Renewing at Current Award Level What year was the community's most recent BFC application? 2018 What was the result of the community's most recent BFC application? Bronze If awarded, the following links will appear on your BFA Award Profile on the League's Connect Locally Map (http://bikeleague.org/bfa/search/map?bfaq=) and used to promote your community through League social media channels. Community Website: www.menomonie-wi.gov/ (http://www.menomonie-wi.gov/) Form: 22030 Menomonie Started at: 9/12/2022 05:12 PM - Finalized at: 9/29/2022 05:36 PM Community’s Twitter URL: Community’s Facebook URL: https://www.facebok.com/City-of-Menomonie-595341453851101/ (https://www.facebok.com/City-of-Menomonie-595341453851101/) Community’s Instagram URL: Community’s Flickr or other public photo sharing URL: Page: Contact Information Applicant First Name Bob Applicant Last Name Colson Job Title Sr. Planner Department Employer Cedar Corporation Street Address (No PO Box, please) 604 Wilson Avenue City Menomonie State Wisconsin Zip 54751 Phone # 715-235-9081 Applicant Email Address bob.colson@cedarcorp.com Did you work with any other local government agencies, departments, or city staff on this application? Yes Please list up to 10 additional government agency contacts. Agency Contacts Randy EideCity of MenomonieDirector of Public Worksreide@menomonie-wi.gov Did you work with any local advocacy organizations or citizen volunteers on this application? Yes Please list up to 10 additional local advocacy contacts. Advocacy Contacts Logan MatherBicycle and Pedestrian Advisory CommitteeChairloganlip@yahoo.com Dave Williams Memberwilliamsda@uwstout.edu Are there other local bicycle, active transportation, or transportation equity advocacy groups in your community not alreadyidentified? No (For internal use only.) Name: Randy Knack Title: Mayor Email: mayor@menomonie-wi.gov Street Address 800 Wilson Avenue City Menomonie State Wisconsin Zip 54751 Page: Community Profile pt. 1 Please note: The application will refer to your type of jurisdiction as ‘community’ throughout the application, which should not include any bicycle amenities, services and other resources outside your boundaries. A1. Name of Community: Menomonie A2. Name of County/Borough/Parish: Dunn A3. State: Wisconsin If you haven't already, we strongly encourage you to reach out to your statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin,to work with you on this application. They have helped other communities like yours to successfully complete the BFC application. Learn more at:www.wisconsinbikefed.org (http://www.wisconsinbikefed.org). A4. Link to map of community boundaries: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Menomonie,+WI+54751/@44.8888291,-91.9424363,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x87f87b2fb53f7d01:0xe5d3bc671a4a911!8m2!3d44.8755183!4d-91.9193422(https://www.google.com/maps/place/Menomonie,+WI+54751/@44.8888291,-91.9424363,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x87f87b2fb53f7d01:0xe5d3bc671a4a911!8m2!3d44.8755183!4d-91.9193422) A5. Type of Jurisdiction Town/City/Municipality A6. Size of community 15.36 A7. Total Population: 16843 A8. Population Density: 1097 For definitions, see FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide (page 20) (https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/tools_solve/docs/fhwasa18077.pdf). A9a. Rural 0% A9b. Rural Town 0% A9c. Suburban 1-24% A9d. Urban 25-49% A9e. Urban Core 1-24% A10. What is the street network density of the community? 5.1-10.0 A11. What is the average intersection density? Unknown A12. Do any of the following significant physical barriers to cycling exist in your community? Extreme cold/heavy snow, Large body of water (e.g. river) Page: Community Profile pt. 2 Find the following information for your community at: https://data.census.gov/cedsci/ (https://data.census.gov/cedsci/) Click here for detailed instructions to find answers to each question below: A13. Census Profile link: https://data.census.gov/cedsci/all?q=menomonie%20wi (https://data.census.gov/cedsci/all?q=menomonie%20wi) A14a. Under 5 years: 2.7 A14b. Under 18 years: 10.7 A14c. 18 years and over: 89.3 A14d. 65 years and over: 13.3 A15. Percent of the Population that Speaks a Language Other Than English at Home: 6.2 A16. Percent of population that is Foreign Born: 18.2 A17. Median Household Income: 43789 A18. Poverty Rate: 21.1 Enter numbers only - answer must be in ##.## format. A19a. Total Bicycle Commuters: 2.9 A19b. Male Bicycle Commuters: 3.9 A19c. Female Bicycle Commuters: 1.8 A20. Percent of Household with No Vehicles Available: 9.6 *Note: The League recognizes that not every disability is visible to others, and that not every person with a permanent or temporary mobility oraccessibility need identifies as ‘disabled’. Whether from a cognitive, sensory, or physical disability, or from age, temporary illness, or injury, thereare people in every community who face a range of mobility challenges for whom a bike or cycle may open a world of possibilities to increaseaccessibility. For examples, see “Disabled People Ride Bikes (and Trikes, and Tandems and Recumbents)!” (https://rootedinrights.org/video/disabled-bikers/) ashort film produced by Rooted in Rights (https://rootedinrights.org/). We invite BFC applicants to consider what visible and invisible disabilities and other mobility needs may exist in your community, and if you aren’talready, to use the BFC application as a starting place to engage directly with people with disabilities and other mobility needs in your communityto ensure that your bicycle network, classes, events, and rides are inclusive and accessible to all. A21a. Total percent of "Disabled Population": 12.7 A21b. Percent of population with a hearing difficulty: 4.2 A21c. Percent of population with a vision difficulty: 1 A21d. Percent of population with a cognitive difficulty: 5.7 A21e. Percent of population with an ambulatory difficulty: 4.4 Enter numbers only - answers must be in ##.## format. A22a. White: 94.2 A22b. Black or African American: 1.2 A22c. American Indian and Alaska Native: 0.2 A22d. Asian: 3.1 A22e. Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander: 0.1 A22f. Some other race: 0.1 A22g. Two or more races: 2.8 A22h. Hispanic or Latino (of any race): 1.9 A23. If you have any other socioeconomic or demographic data from your community that you feel is significant for the BFC reviewteam to better understand your community, please use this space to describe. Page: Engineering B1. Does your community currently have any of the following policies in place? Check all that apply. None of the above The BFC program recommends that every community adopt a Complete Streets resolution or ordinance and develop a system to ensurecompliance. The National Complete Streets Coalition offers great resources including sample policies, at completestreets.org(http://completestreets.org/). For an example of a local ordinance that requires the construction or upgrade of context-appropriate, low stress bicycle facilities when streets arereconstructed, see Cambridge, MA's 2019 Cycling Safety Ordinance.(https://www.cambridgema.gov/streetsandtransportation/policiesordinancesandplans/cyclingsafetyordinance) B2. Does your community have bicycle facility selection criteria that increases separation and protection of bicyclists based onlevels of motor vehicle speed and volume? No B3. Has your community adopted a design manual or guidelines that establish minimum standards for the design of safe,comfortable, and accessible bicycle facilities? No Bicycle Facility Design Guidelines are an important resource to ensure that new bike lanes, trails, side paths, and other bike facilities adhere tonational safety guidelines and are accessible to cyclists of all ages and abilities, including disabled cyclists. If your community does not have the capacity to develop its own local guidelines, consider instead adopting an existing Design Guide as theformal standard for your community instead, such as the FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide(https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/tools_solve/docs/fhwasa18077.pdf) or NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide(https://nacto.org/publication/urban-bikeway-design-guide/), or if your community is small and/or rural, the FHWA Small Town and RuralMultimodal Network Guide (https://ruraldesignguide.com/) (see PDF version.(https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/publications/small_towns/fhwahep17024_lg.pdf)) If your community is considering developing your own local design guide or standards, we strongly encourage you to adopt accessibility standardsthat specifically address accommodating adaptive cycles and cyclists with disabilities (https://wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/FC_WfW-Inclusive-Guide_FINAL_V03.pdf), and to incorporate Universal Design principles to the needs of all users andmobility types in public rights-of-way (https://walksf.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/getting-to-the-curb-report-final-walk-sf-2019.pdf). Additional resources include: NACTO's Guide for Designing for All Ages & Abilities (https://nacto.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NACTO_Designing-for-All-Ages-Abilities.pdf)NACTO's Urban Street Design Guide (https://nacto.org/publication/urban-street-design-guide/)AASHTO's Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 4 Edition (https://nacto.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/AASHTO_Bicycle-Facilities-Guide_2012-toc.pdf) B4. Does your community currently have any of the following land use or development policies in place that promote shorterdistances between homes and destinations? Mixed-use zoning or incentives, Planned Unit Development zoning, Connectivity policy or standards th B5. Does your community currently have any of the following policies or ordinances in place related to motor vehicle parking ortraffic? No minimum car parking standards , Other B5a. If other, please describe. Bicycle Parking Ordinance requiring minimum number of bicycling parking spaces for new construction with an incentive to reduce the requirednumber of car parking spaces by providing additional bicycle parking. B6. Does your community have any of the following additional policies or standards that support the development of bicycleinfrastructure? None of the above B7. Does your community have any of the following other policies, standards, or other barriers that limit the development ofbicycle infrastructure? None of the above B8. What policies or programs are in place to ensure that high quality bike parking is available throughout the community? Bike parking ordinance for all new developments specifying amount and location , Incentives or requirements for developers, propertymanagement companies, and/or employers to provide secure bike parking and other end-of-trip facilities for cyclists, Incentives, requirements, orother program(s) to encourage multi-family residential buildings and properties to provide secure bike parking and other end-of-trip facilities forresidents and guests, Ordinance that allows bike parking to substitute for car parking, System in place that allows residents to request theinstallation of new public racks B9. Does your community have bicycle parking design standards that establish minimum requirements for the quality, security,and design of bike parking? No Find the APBP Guidelines (https://www.apbp.org/bicycle-parking-solutions) here. B10. What percentage of public and private bike racks conform with APBP guidelines? 11-25% B11. What, if any, end-of-trip facilities are available to the general public in your community? Public bicycle repair or fix-it stations, Public air pumps, Public uncovered bike racks, Public covered bike racks B12. Has your community taken any of the following steps to increase the accessibility and equitable distribution of end-of-tripfacilities, including bike parking? None of the above The Bicycle Friendly Community program has updated our questions around on- and off-street bicycle facilities with the goal of encouragingcommunities to focus on building cohesive, connected bicycle networks, as opposed to piecemeal bike facilities. This update reflects the SafeSystem Approach (https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/zerodeaths/docs/FHWA_SafeSystem_Brochure_V9_508_200717.pdf) and emphasizes slow designspeed and the importance of building safe, low-stress bicycle networks that are comfortable, equitable, and accessible to all cyclists. The following section has been developed using national guidance and standards such as FHWA’s Bikeway Design Guide(https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/tools_solve/docs/fhwasa18077.pdf) and Small Town and Rural Design Guide(https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/publications/small_towns/fhwahep17024_lg.pdf), as well as NACTO’s Designing forAll Ages and Abilities contextual guide (https://nacto.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NACTO_Designing-for-All-Ages-Abilities.pdf) and UrbanBikeway Design Guide (https://nacto.org/publication/urban-bikeway-design-guide/). As guidance and best practices continue to advance around building safe, accessible, and equitable facilities for cycling, we will continue to followdata-driven standards and encourage every Bicycle Friendly Community to do the same. We also strive to encourage and support every BFC applicant community to better inventory and document their current and planned bikewayfacilities to help facilitate future growth in and investments of the network. For more information, see the League’s 2022 report, BenchmarkingBike Networks (https://bikeleague.org/sites/default/files/Benchmarking-Bike-Networks-Report-final.pdf). B13. Please provide a map to show your community's current bicycle network, including all current on- and off- street bikefacilities. I would like to upload a PDF map B13a. Bicycle Network Map PDF: Bike Paths and Routes 36x36Download File (https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/file/32330/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJtZWRpYUlkIjozMjMzMCwiYWxsb3dOb3RTaWduZWRVcmwiOiJGYWxzZSIsImlnbm9yBike%20Paths%20and%20Routes-36x36.pdf) B13b. Secondary Bicycle Network Map PDF: No File Uploaded B14. Bicycle Network Worksheet 09/22/2022Download File (https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/file/32329/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJtZWRpYUlkIjozMjMyOSwiYWxsb3dOb3RTaWduZWRVcmwiOiJGYWxzZSIsImlnbm9yBFC_Fall%202022_B14%20BFC%20Network%20Worksheet_City%20of%20Menomonie.xlsx) The following answers for B15a-e should be copied from the “Summary” tab of your completed BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (see question B14above). B15a. Total current Roadway Network: 38.8 B15b. Percentage of Roadway Network that is high-speed: 0 B15c. Percentage of Roadway Network that is low-speed: 0 B15d. Percentage of Roadway Network where speed limit is unknown: 0 The following answers for B16a-h should be copied from the “Summary” tab of your completed BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (see question B14above). The worksheet also includes explanations for how these numbers are calculated (for example, what counts as "low-stress"). B16a. Total current mileage of on-street bike facilities: 17.8 B16b. Total current mileage of off-street bike facilities: 21 B16c. Total current mileage of Bicycle Network (ALL on-street and off-street facilities): 38.8 B16d. Total current mileage of other markings and features: 0 B16e. Ratio of Total Current Bicycle Network to Roadway Network: 0 B16f. Percentage of Roads with ANY on-street bike facilities: 0 B16g. Percentage of Roads with LOW-STRESS on-street bike facilities 0 B16h. Percentage of Total Bicycle Network that is Low-Stress: 54 B17. Within the last five years, has your community ever removed a bicycle facility without an improved replacement? No The following answers for B18a-f should be copied from the “Summary” tab of your completed BFC Bicycle Network Worksheet (see question B14above). The worksheet also includes explanations for how these numbers are calculated (for example, what counts as "low-stress"). B18a. Planned On-Road Bike Facilities: 7 B18b. Planned Off-Road Bike Facilities: 0 B18c. Planned LOW-STRESS Bike Facilities: 2.5 B18d. Planned other markings & features: 0 B18e. Plans to upgrade any existing bike facilities: None B18f. Plans to lower speed limits or design speeds of any existing roads: None B19. Which of the following features are provided to improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians at off-street and side pathcrossings of roads with motor vehicle traffic? Bike/pedestrian overpasses/underpasses, Refuge islands, Path crossing with high visibility markings/signs/ HAWK signals/ Rapid Flashing Beacons,Curb extensions, Signalized crossings, Stop signs for vehicle traffic B20. How has your community worked to calm traffic and slow down motor vehicles to increase safety for all roadway users? Speed feedback signs/cameras B21. In what other ways has your community improved connectivity and riding conditions for bicyclists? Conflict zones are marked with colored bike lanes, Off-street wayfinding signage with easily visible distance and/or riding time information forbicyclists B22. How has your community incorporated principles of safety, comfort & attractiveness in the development of your bicyclenetwork? Street lighting on most arterials, Street lighting on most non-arterials, Benches or other seating options added along bike routes/facilities, Publicart or murals, Historical or cultural information , Placemaking efforts to develop interesting or engaging places along the route B22a. Please describe any efforts to incorporate public art or murals along your community’s bicycle network. Several years ago the city collaborated with UW Stout to commission local artisans to express cycling, local history and natural resources withpaintings/murals on electrical transformer cabinets. In total 7 cabinets around the City, were painted some of which are on a bike route. Thissummer the City worked with Sculpture Tour Eau Claire to produce six sculptures which were placed around the City . Sculpture tours create aspace for local and international artists to showcase their work which are free and available to the public. These sculptures are now part of thelargest sculpture tour in the nation. B22a. Public Art or Murals - Optional File Upload: No File Uploaded B22b. Please describe any efforts to incorporate historical or cultural information in your community’s bicycle network. None at this time B22b. Historical or Cultural Information - Optional File Upload: No File Uploaded B22c. Please describe any placemaking efforts to develop interesting or engaging places along your bicycling network. An Art tour was organize which is described in 22a above B22c. Placemaking Efforts - Optional File Upload: No File Uploaded B23. Are there any signalized intersections in your community? Yes B23a. Which of the following accommodations are available at signalized intersections to improve conditions for bicyclists? Demand activated signals with loop detector (and marking), Push-buttons that are accessible from the road or trail/side path, Push-buttons aredesigned and located at an accessible height for a variety of users, Timed signals, Advanced Stop Line or Bike Box, Intersection crossing markingsfor bicycles, Refuge islands, Right-on-red restrictions in certain signalized intersections B24. Has your community taken any of the following actions to make bicycle infrastructure more inclusive and accessible tocyclists of all ages and abilities, including people with physical or cognitive disabilities? Bollards and control access barriers have been removed or (re)designed at appropriate widths or angles to accommodate non-standard cyclessuch as hand cycles or adult tricycles, Bikeway lane widths have been (re)designed to accommodate wider non-standard cycles, Wayfindingsignage and/or ground markings have been (re)designed to be clear and accessible for neurodivergent or low-vision cyclists, Separated bike lanesor cycle tracks have been (re)designed to provide curb access to pedestrians using wheelchairs or other mobility aids B25. Which of the following mechanisms are in place for bicyclists to identify problem areas or hazards to the appropriatedepartment (public works, transportation, etc.)? Regular meetings, Contact staff directly via call/voicemail/email/text B26. Does your community have any of the following policies, standards, or mechanisms to ensure the ongoing maintenance ofbike facilities? Established funding or or capital budget line item for routine maintenance of bike facilities, such as repainting bike lanes, Policy or set schedule forroutine maintenance of on-street bike facilities (e.g. sweeping or repainting bike lanes), Policy or standards for clearing snow and ice from on-and/or off-street bikes facilities B26a1. Sweeping Same time as other travel lanes B26a2. Pothole maintenance/ surface repair Within one week of complaint B26a3. Restriping/ repainting markings As needed B26c1. On-street bicycle facilities Same time as other travel lanes B26c2. Off-street bicycle and shared use facilities Same time as roadways B27. Does your community have a rail transit, bus, or other public transportation system? Yes B27a. Which of the following types of public transportation are offered in your community? Public buses What percentage of your community's public buses are equipped with bike racks? 51-75% Are bikes allowed inside public buses? Yes, at all times in buses What percentage of bus stops are equipped with secure and convenient bike parking? 100% B27b. Has your community made specific bicycle infrastructure investments around major transit stops or stations to improvemulti-modal mobility options? No B27c. How are residents and visitors encouraged to combine cycling and public transportation? Brochure(s) describing bike rack use/how to store bikes inside a transit vehicle(s) Exclude any private bike sharing systems that are limited to employees of a certain business or students of a certain university. B28. Does your community currently have a community-wide bike sharing program that is open to the general public? No Bike share programs are becoming popular and can contribute to making it possible for more people to choose to bike more often. In many communities bike share programs arelarge investments and it is important that they are sustainable in order to provide a dependable system for people in the community. While bike share programs are important andencouraged, having one is not essential to receiving a Bicycle Friendly Community award, particularly for smaller communities or non-urban communities. B29. Which of the following permanent recreational or educational bicycling facilities are available within your communityboundaries? Mountain bike park, Pump tracks, Bicycle-accessible skate park, Snow/Fat tire bike trails, Signed loop route(s) around the community B30. Please list all communities or jurisdictions that directly border your community, and their current BFC status. Town of Menomonie-Does not participate in BFC. Town of Red Cedar- Does not participate in BFC B31. How, if at all, is your community coordinating with neighboring communities and other local jurisdictions (neighboring citiesor towns, and/or the surrounding county or MPO/RPO) to ensure that people traveling by bike between jurisdictions will find aconnected, cohesive network? Both the City of Menomonie and Dunn County have bicycle/pedestrian plans, the City's plan is incorporated into it Comprehensive Land Use planand it locates connection/access points to trails in the County's Plan. The County's Plan locates connection/access points to the City's trail networkand it locates connections/access points to Bike/Pedestrian trails of adjacent Counties (Barron, Eau Claire, Chippewa and Pepin). The sharing ofthis information essentially provides bicyclists and pedestrians access to trail systems at a regional scale. The City and the County collaboratewhen either jurisdiction amends its respective plan. B32. Has your community partnered with any neighboring jurisdictions or other local communities in support of legislative policiesat the state, county, or regional level? No B33. Describe any other policies, amenities, infrastructure improvements or maintenance programs that your community providesor requires that create a comfortable and attractive bicycling environment for bicyclists of all ages and abilities. The City does not have written policies for street design but utilizes the Wisconsin Bicycle Design Handbook (WDOT), Guide for the Developmentof Bicycle Facility Design, 4th Edition(AASHTO), and Small Town Multimodal Networks(USDOT) as needed especially on projects in high trafficareas. Proposed new and reconstructed streets are brought before the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee for review andrecommendations. Qualifier for Question 27a. Bicycles and folding bicycles are allowed in all Dunn County Transit vehicles IF the bus is not equipped with and outsidebike rack. All Dunn County Transit stops have bike racks nearby. Typically they are provided the business or institution served. University of Wisconsin-Stout, located in downtown Menomonie, through its StoutBikes program, rents bicycles (includes helmet, lights and alock) to UW students for the year, semester or weekend. Simple Sports, a local bicycle and alternative bike store provides approximately 20 bicycles for rent. Since the 2018 application the City created multi-use trail sign standards and installed three bike fixit stations with air pumps around thecommunity. There are two bike parking areas in the downtown and in a collaborative effort with a local metal artisan 25 parking meter hitches were designedand installed free of charge to downtown businesses. In 2015 as part of WISDOT's Interstate-94 Red Cedar Bridge project a separate bicycle/pedestrian bridge was constructed which provided an east-west connection and completed a loop bicycle/pedestrian route in and around the City. In 2018 the abandoned railroad bridge over the Red Cedar River and near Interstate-94 was concerted into a strictly bicycle pedestrian bridge,this bridge allows the City to extend Junction Trail to connect with other local trails. B34. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the biggest changes to your community’s bicycle-related Engineeringefforts or investments since your last BFC application. The City collaborated with Wisconsin Department of Transportation to reconfigure approximately 1.4 miles of State Highway 29 (CrescentStreet/Stout Road) from a 4 lane highway, 2 lanes each way, into one motorized traffic lane each side, a center left turn lane and one bike laneeach side. The reconfigured highway allows smoother traffic flow and a safer corridor because vehicles turning left are in the dedicated center lanewhich means cars no longer need to stop or pass on the right where cyclist traditionally travel. Page: Education C1. Do any public or private elementary schools offer regular bicycle education to students? Yes C1a. What percentage of your public and private elementary schools offer bicycle education? 26-50% C1b. What kinds of bike education/curriculum is offered in elementary schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride, Bike handling skills, Traffic safety/rules of the road C1c. Are there any on-bike learning opportunities for students at these elementary schools? No C1d. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all elementary schoolstudents? Language translation services can be provided upon request, the most common non English languages in our community are Hmong and Spanish C2. Do any public or private middle schools offer regular bicycle education to students? Yes C2a. What percentage of your public and private middle schools offer bicycle education? 1-25% C2b. What kinds of bike education/curriculum is offered in middle schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride, Bike handling skills, Traffic safety/rules of the road C2c. Are there any on-bike learning opportunities for students at these middle schools? No C2d. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all middle schoolstudents? Language translation services can be provided upon request, the most common non English languages in our community are Hmong and Spanish C3. Do any public or private high schools offer regular bicycle education to students? Yes C3a. What percentage of your public and private high schools offer bicycle education? 51-75% C3b. What kinds of bike education/curriculum is offered in high schools? Check all that apply. Learn to ride, Bike handling skills C3c. Are there any on-bike learning opportunities for students at these high schools? No C3d. What actions, if any, have been taken to ensure this bike education is open, equitable, and accessible to all high schoolstudents? Language translation services can be provided upon request, the most common non English languages in our community are Hmong and Spanish C4. Outside of schools, how are children and youth taught safe cycling skills? Check all that apply. Learn to ride classes, Bike clinics or rodeos, Helmet fit seminars, Bicycle safety is taught as part of driver education curriculum C4b. Please estimate how many total children and youth are reached annually in your community through these out-of-schoolefforts? 100-150 C5. Are bicycle safety or riding skills-related classes or hands-on instruction offered to adults in your community? Yes C5a. What type of classes are available for adults? Check all that apply. Information sessions/workshops C5b. What topics are covered in these classes? Check all that apply. Safe riding skills/habits, Sharing the road, trail, or path with vehicles or pedestrians C5c. Who teaches these classes? Check all that apply. Local law enforcement officer, Municipal employee (non-law enforcement) C5d. On average, how often are these classes offered? Annually or more frequently C5e. Are bicycles provided to adults by the community, non-profit, or other entity to allow every resident to participate in on-bikeinstruction? No C5f. Please estimate how many total adults are reached annually in your community through these classes? 20-50 C5g. How has the community made adult bike safety classes and other similar learning opportunities more inclusive and accessiblefor all members of the community? Children are welcome at adult-focused bike safety classes to give parents and caregivers the opportunity to learn about riding with their children C6. Which of the following communications methods are used to share bicycle information with adults in your community, at leastannually? Community maps (print or digital), Handouts or brochures, Permanent signage, displays, or information kiosks C7. Which of the following information is shared using the methods checked above? Check all that apply. Safe riding skills/habits, Traffic Skills/Rules of the Road/Sharing the road with vehicles, Sharing trail or path or pedestrians (e.g. path or trailetiquette) , Traffic laws/ rules of the road, Equipment, gear, and accessories, Riding in inclement weather C8. In what ways are motorists in your community educated on sharing the road safely with bicyclists, at least annually? Community maps (print or digital) C9. Which of the following groups of professional drivers in your community routinely receive Bicycle Friendly Driver training orsimilar? Local government staff, School bus operators, Law enforcement officers, Emergency vehicle drivers C10. Are any of the following educational materials provided to community residents and/or businesses? None of the above C11. How many League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) are active (have taught a class in the last year) in your community? 0 C12. When was the last time your community hosted a LCI seminar to bring on new instructors? Never C13. Are there any professional development opportunities, requirements, or incentives, for city agency staff to pursue bicyclingsafety education? Traffic law enforcement officials regularly receive training on roadway safety and rules of the road as they relate to cyclists, Traffic lawenforcement officials and emergency responders regularly receive training on crash reporting for cyclists and other vulnerable roadway users,Emergency response drivers, EMS, and/or EMT staff regularly receive training on crash response best practices for cyclists and other micro-mobility roadway users (e.g. protocols for damaged bicycles, etc.) C14. Do any of the above educational classes, resources, or programs for adults specifically focus on reaching any of the followinghistorically-underrepresented groups? None of the above C15. Is any demographic or socioeconomic data collected about the participants/students and/or instructors/providers of any ofthe above learning opportunities offered in the community? No C16. What, if any, efforts has your community made to increase the diversity and representation of LCIs or other credentialed bikesafety instructors in your community in the last 5 years? None C17. Do any of your community’s LCIs or other bike safety instructors have any of the following additional trainings orcertifications? None of the above C18. How else is the community working to make bike education more equitable, accessible, and inclusive to all members of thecommunity? None of the above C19. Describe any other education efforts in your community that promote safe cycling. C20. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s bicycle Educationefforts or investments since your last BFC application. Because of COVID most bicycle meetings and activities were shut down. However, prior to COVID the City collaborated with Wisconsin Departmentof Transportation to reconfigure approximately 1.4 miles of State Highway 29 (Crescent Street/Stout Road) from a 4 lane highway, 2 lanes eachway, into one motorized traffic lane each side, a center left turn lane and one bike lane each side. Because this project was constructed withoutclosing the street, (under traffic) the city had several informational type meetings to help business owners on the route and the public understandthe project schedule and explained how traffic was going to continue flowing during construction. Page: Encouragement D1. Which of the following community-wide bicycle encouragement programs or policies exist in your community? None of the above D2. What other groups actively promote bicycling in the community? Check all that apply. Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Business Association/Business District, Tourism Board D3. Does your community actively promote the League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) or Bicycle FriendlyUniversity (BFU) programs in your community? No The Bicycle Friendly Business (https://bikeleague.org/business) and Bicycle Friendly University (https://bikeleague.org/university) programs canbe great tools to increase ridership in your community. Learn more and find resources to help you promote these programsat bikeleague.org/bfa/toolkit (https://bikeleague.org/bfa/toolkit). D4. What up-to-date mapping and route-finding information is available for your community? Check all that apply. Printed/digital bicycle network map , Printed/digital mountain bike trails map D5. How is bicycling typically promoted in your community at least annually or regularly throughout the year? None of the above D6. How does the municipality sponsor or actively support bicycle events in the community? Check all that apply. Organize event(s), Assist in promoting event(s) D7. Do any of the above events or encouragement efforts specifically focus on reaching any of the following historically-underrepresented groups? None of the above D8. How else is the community working to make bike encouragement efforts more equitable, accessible, and inclusive to allmembers of the community? None of the above D9. Are there any organized social or recreational cycling clubs or groups for adults in your community? No D10. Does your community have any of the following youth programs centered on encouraging cycling for children and youth? Safe Routes to School program D11. What public or private programs are in place to provide youth and/or adult bicyclists with necessary equipment andaccessories? None of the above D12. What programs or services does your community use to reduce the risk of bicycle theft, beyond providing secure bikeparking? Bike racks in well-lit, visible locations, Local or regional bicycle registration system , Stolen bike recovery system D13. What is the ratio of for-profit specialty bicycle retailers (shops dedicated primarily to selling bikes and bike-relatedequipment) to population within your community’s boundaries? 1 shop for every 15,001-30,000 residents D14. Is there at least one bike co-op or non-profit community bike shop within the community’s boundaries? No D15. Has the community taken any steps to reduce vehicle miles traveled or to encourage biking among its own employeesconducting work-related trips? None of the above D16. Describe any other events, programs or policies your community has to encourage and promote bicycling. In 2017 the City initiated multi use trail standards specifying colors, symbols and mileage information and shortly there after began installingsigns on bike trails. The City has placed kiosks with maps throughout the City showing designated routes, off street multi-use trails, parking areas, public restroomsand water locations. Mid February, local bike enthusiasts, and several businesses organize the St. Valentines Day Hustle, a friendly alley cat bike race, around scenicLake Menomin. 2022 was the 14th anniversary which attracts 80 plus participants. Around mid August the Sadistic Century advertised as "A fun and challenging 100 mile, 100 km and 60 km bicycling ride in Western Wisconsin." isheld. The ride features 30 climbs with a total elevation gain of 8819 feet. The event is broken into a 15k, 60k, 100k and 100 mile challenges anddraws around 100 riders. 2018 the Menomonie Area Mountain Bike Associating (MAMBA) dissolved and became part of the Chippewa Off Road Bicycle Association(CORBA).CORBA is a regional biking association and since its inception in 2005, has played a hand in developing and maintaining shared-use trailsat Lowes Creek County Park, Northwest Community Park in Eau Claire, Hickory Ridge in Chippewa County, Otter Creek in Altoona and alsoincludes connections to trail systems in Dunn County and Barron County. CORBA founded the Chippewa Valley Firecracker which has grown toinclude a trail run and has become one of the largest and most popular races in the area. In 2011, the Chippewa Valley Powder Keg snowshoe andfat-bike race was added and in 2014 the Fall Back Blast ultra trail run was added. 2018 the Menomonie Meander was organized and is held annually in August. It is billed as a FREE family-friendly 8.5 mile ride aroundMenomonie’s Lake Menomin Loop, with gentle terrain and is mostly on segregated trails or quiet bike route streets. Two bike parking areas are provided in the downtown as a means to encourage people to ride a bike to work rather than drive. During Bike Month, 3M issues a commuter challenge to all of its US offices, including the offices in Menomonie. Offices that log the most bicyclemiles receive company wide recognition. As part of the City's bicycle parking ordinance for new developments several covered bike parking areas were installed at the Mayo Health CareFacility and one at the Public library. D17. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s bicycle Encouragementefforts or investments since your last BFC application Because of COVID there is nothing to report for this section. Page: Evaluation & Planning E1. Is there a paid bike program manager position or similar primary point of contact for bicycling issues at your localgovernment? No E1b. What are the greatest challenges or barriers keeping your community from creating this kind of role? Lack of funding E2. Is there a Safe Routes to School Coordinator position? No E2a. If no, what are the greatest challenges or barriers keeping your community from creating this kind of role? While a full time paid coordinator does not exist, other staff members assist business to become bicycle-friendly. The biggest obstacle for creatingthis position is lack of funding. E3. How many paid government employees (including the Bicycle Program Manager and the Safe Routes to Schools Coordinator),expressed in full-time equivalents (FTE), work on bicycle issues in your community? 0.2 Please download the FTE worksheet by clicking here (https://bit.ly/BFC_E3_FALL22) to find guidance on what roles to include, how to calculatethe estimates for each role, and how to tally your total FTE estimate. When you are finished, please save your worksheet with the namingconvention “BFC_Fall 2022_E3 FTE Worksheet_ YOUR COMMUNITY NAME.xlsx” and upload the worksheet below. If you have anyquestions, please contact bfa@bikeleague.org. E3a. Please upload your completed FTE worksheet here: Download File (https://bicyclefriendly.secure-platform.com/file/31959/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJtZWRpYUlkIjozMTk1OSwiYWxsb3dOb3RTaWduZWRVcmwiOiJGYWxzZSIsImlnbm9BFC_Fall%202022_E3%20FTE%20Worksheet_TEMPLATE.xlsx) E4. Does your local government provide or cover the cost of any of the following professional development opportunities foremployees who have bicycle-related responsibilities? None of the above E5. Does your community have an officially-recognized Bicycle Advisory Committee? Yes E5a. How often does the committee meet? Quarterly E5b. First Name: Logan E5b. Last Name: Mather E5b. Email: logamlip@yahoo.com E5c. Which of the following groups are represented on the Bicycle Advisory Committee? Local bike advocacy organization or citizen advocate(s), Planning Department, Engineering Department, Chamber of Commerce, BusinessImprovement District, or similar , Other E5c1. If other groups are represented, please describe. The Mao Clinic/ Health Care System E5d. Please describe what, if any, efforts the community has made to ensure that your Bicycle Advisory Committee is inclusive andrepresentative of the full range of cyclists in your community? Meting notices are posted and the meetings are open to the public. E6. What tools or systems are in place to inform, consult, involve, collaborate, and/or empower citizens in your community to beengaged in the bicycle planning process? None of the above E7. How does your community actively seek public input and engage local residents throughout the ongoing planning process forbicycle infrastructure improvements? Project- or plan-specific community advisory or citizen oversight task group(s) or committee(s) appointed by local government, Public Meetings E8. How have these engagement opportunities been made more accessible and inclusive to increase the diversity andrepresentation of opinions and perspectives heard? Public meetings are offered both virtually and in-person, Transcripts of public meetings are made available on the community’s website E9. Does your community have a comprehensive bicycle master plan or similar section in another document? Yes E9a. What year was the plan originally adopted? 2016 E9a1. Has the plan been updated or revised since it was first adopted? No, the originally adopted plan is the most recent version E9b. Provide a link to the current plan. https://www.menomonie-wi.gov/index.asp?SEC=057FF635-0D5E-49F7-BE52-8B8BD5AA3B5F&Type=B_BASIC (https://www.menomonie-wi.gov/index.asp?SEC=057FF635-0D5E-49F7-BE52-8B8BD5AA3B5F&Type=B_BASIC) E9c. Is there a dedicated budget for implementation of the plan? Yes E9c1. What is the designated annual budget or funding allocated? 75000 E9c2. List or describe funding source(s). General Tax Levy E9d. Does your plan include a specific, measurable goal to increase bicycle facilities? No E9e. Since the adoption or most recent update of the plan, approximately what percentage of the plan has been implemented? 0-10% E9f. If there is a website to show your community’s progress on implementation of the bike plan, please provide the link here: E9g. What steps has your community taken to specifically engage with women, People of Color, people with disabilities, non-English speakers, low-income residents, and/or any other marginalized communities to invite their input and participation on thedevelopment and implementation of the bike plan? N/A E10. Does your community pass a budget on a regular basis? (e.g. annual capital budget, operating budget, etc.) Yes E10a. If yes, please provide a brief description and link(s) to the most recent budget(s) passed. The City passes a budget every year and each year there are capitol improvement line items in the budget. Most of these line items are notbicycle related and those that are bicycle related are street improvements where bicycling is a secondary component. The City's budget is notavailable in an electronic format, copies of specific sections are available by contacting Bob Colson 715-235-9081 or bob.colson@cedarcorp.com E10b. Please upload the most recent transportation budget for your community. No File Uploaded E10c. On average, over the last 5 years, what percentage of your community’s total annual transportation budget was invested inbicycle projects? Unknown E10d. Optional: Please tell us how you calculated this answer or what you included in the calculation? E11. Is bicycle-related funding consistently specifically allocated to historically underinvested or underrepresented areas of yourcommunity? No E12. Has your community conducted any kind of connectivity analysis for the bicycle network? No E13. Does your community have a performance measurement program for biking or active transportation infrastructure? No E14. How does your community collect information on bicycle usage? Check all that apply. None of the above Additional files may be uploaded at the end of the application. E14a. Utilitarian ridership data collected locally (e.g. bicycle trips for commuting, running errands, transportation, etc.) No File Uploaded E14b. Recreational ridership data collected locally (e.g. rides solely for exercise or fun.) No File Uploaded E14c. Demographic ridership data collected locally (e.g. rider age, race, gender, etc.) No File Uploaded E14d. School ridership data collected locally (e.g. rides by or with K-12 or younger children – either riding on their own or beingcarried in a child seat, trailer, etc.) No File Uploaded E14e. Other ridership data (e.g. any other bicycle ridership data collected locally that doesn’t fall under the above categories.) No File Uploaded E15. What is your best estimate for your community’s current bicycle mode share? Unknown E16. Does your community establish target goals for bicycle use? (e.g. a certain level of bicycle mode share) No E17. Does your community collect and track bicyclist crash data? Yes E17a. On average over the past five calendar years, how many bicyclists have been in a crash involving a motor vehicle annually? 2.6 E18. Does your community collect and track bicyclist “near misses”? No E19. On average over the past five calendar years, how many bicyclists have died due to a crash involving a motor vehicleannually? 0 E20. Has your community conducted any kind of analysis to identify High Injury Networks or to prioritize infrastructureinvestments based on bicycle crash data? No E21. Has the community set a goal or established a policy or plan to eliminate traffic fatalities within the next 20 years or less? No E22. Are there any local or statewide traffic ordinances or laws in place designed to improve bicyclists’ safety in your community? It is illegal to park or drive in a bike lane (intersections excepted), It is illegal to harass a cyclist E23. Do any of the following local ordinances or enforcement practices exist in your community that place restrictions on cyclistsor criminalize cycling? Local law requires that bicyclists are required to ride as far to the right of the road as practicable without exceptions , Restrictions on sidewalkriding inside the Central Business District , “Bicycle safety checks” or other legal or de facto enforcement stops occur E24. Please describe any efforts in place to evaluate how equitably and effectively any of the laws, ordinances, or enforcementpractices describe above are currently applied in the community. E25. Have there been any efforts in the last 5 years to repeal or amend any local laws, ordinances, or enforcement practices thatplace(d) restrictions on cyclists or criminalize(d) any aspect of cycling or walking in your community? No E26. What kind of data is currently collected around traffic law enforcement stops, citations and/or arrests in your community? Officials are required to report all traffic enforcement stops made of motor vehicle drivers, Officials are required to report all traffic enforcementstops made of bicyclists and pedestrians, including any stops made on streets, sidewalks, trails, transit, etc. E27. How is the data described above shared or made available to increase transparency and accountability around traffic lawenforcement stops, citations, and arrests? Other E27b. If other, please describe the policies or practices in place to increase transparency and accountability in traffic enforcement. Data is collected by Law enforcement officials and is available through an open records request E28. What, if any, policies or practices does your community have in place to measure and eliminate racial bias in traffic lawenforcement, including in-person and automated enforcement practices? E29. Besides the Bicycle Friendly Community program, what other national programs does your community participate in toimprove bicycling? None of the above E30. Describe any other efforts by your community to evaluate and/or plan for bicycle improvements that have not already beencovered. E31. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant changes to your community’s bicycle Evaluation &Planning efforts or investments since your last BFC application. The City collaborated with Wisconsin Department of Transportation to reconfigure approximately 1.4 miles of State Highway 29 (CrescentStreet/Stout Road) from a 4 lane highway, 2 lanes each way, into one motorized traffic lane each side, a center left turn lane and one bike laneeach side. Prior to the final design the City's Bicycle committee provided comments and feedback relate to incorporating cyclist into thereconstructed highway project. Page: Equity & Accessibility The League defines (https://bikeleague.org/content/equity-initiative) “Equity” as the just and fair inclusion into a society in which everyone canparticipate and prosper. The goals of equity must be to create conditions that allow all to reach their full potential, by erasing disparities in race,income, ability, geography, age, gender and sexual orientation. The principle of equity acknowledges that there are historically underserved and underrepresented populations, and that fairness regarding theseunbalanced conditions is needed to assist equality in the provision of effective opportunities to all groups. “Accessibility” refers to improving and increasing access and mobility options for everyone, including, and in particular, for people withdisabilities. The League recognizes that not every disability is visible to others, and that not every person with a permanent or temporary mobilityor accessibility need identifies as ‘disabled’. Whether from a cognitive, sensory, or physical disability, or from age, temporary illness, or injury,there are people in every community who face a range of mobility challenges for whom a bike or cycle may open a world of possibilities toincrease accessibility (https://rootedinrights.org/video/disabled-bikers/). We firmly believe that Equity & Accessibility are the essential lenses through which all other BFC work must be viewed in order to achieve aBicycle Friendly America for everyone. As such, you will find questions and answer options related to improving equity & accessibility throughout the BFC application in each previous “E”section, in addition to this new dedicated “Equity & Accessibility” section. These Equity & Accessibility updates have been developed thanks to the input and participation of hundreds of communities and local advocateswith a wide range of lived experiences and areas of expertise, to whom we are very grateful. The League presents this new section with the recognition that our work to listen, learn, and engage on the topics of Equity & Accessibility in theBFC program is not yet finished, and never will be. Equity is an ongoing practice and the League will continue to engage with partners, localadvocates, and communities in the BFC program to incorporate new ideas, reflect new challenges, and continue to grow and learn. If you havequestions, comments, or feedback about the updated BFC application, please email us at bfa@bikeleague.org. Thank you for continuing to learn and engage in this work along with us. F1. Does your local government have an internal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) or similar initiative, department, orposition? No F2. Does your community have an officially-recognized DEI or Transportation Equity Committee or similar equity-related advisorycommittee or working group focused on equity or mobility justice issues? No F3. Does your local government have a dedicated Disability Services Department, Office of Disability Rights, or similardepartment(s) or role(s) dedicated to supporting and advocating for residents with disabilities? No If your local governmental agency has 50 or more employees (full-time, part-time, or seasonal), it is required by federal law to have a designatedADA coordinator. While your community may not have a Disability Services or Disability Rights office or department, the ADA coordinator may be someone toconnect with during the bike planning process. If your agency is that large or larger, who is the ADA coordinator? N/A F4. What types of partnerships has the community established to reach new audiences and increase representation and inclusionin your education, encouragement, outreach and/or engagement processes? Local independent bike shop, Preschools or Daycare Facilities, School District and/or public or private K-12 schools, College or University, Faith-based organizations or places of worship, Parks and recreation agency or similar F4a. For EACH category checked in F4, please list the partner group(s) and briefly describe or summarize the activity orpartnership involving that group. All of the above are organizations and/or businesses in the City who at some point in time either reached out to the City or the City approachedthem about increasing bicycle awareness, education, ridership and safety. In response the City works with these groups by providing bicyclerelated information such as schedules of upcoming events and links to bicycle websites and community bicycle maps. F5. Does your community collect or track any other bicycle-related data with socioeconomic and/or demographic details thathasn’t already been mentioned elsewhere on this application? No F6. Has your community established any specific and measurable equity-related goals or performance measures that relate tobicycling? No F7. Has your community conducted any equity-centered analysis (e.g., social vulnerability assessment, equity matrix, index, orsimilar effort) as part of a community Bicycle Master Plan, Vision Zero Action Plan, Safe Routes to School Plan, ADA TransitionPlan, or other similar planning effort or document? No F8. Does your community regularly incorporate any of the following socioeconomic or demographic variables into any planning ordecision-making processes for the development or prioritization of bike infrastructure projects? Age, Gender F8b. For any variable selected above in F8, please describe how the variable(s) have informed decision-making or prioritizationaround bicycle investments and project implementation. Please include any relevant links, if applicable, that could help us to betterunderstand your methodology, and inspire other BFC applicants to learn from your community’s process. Age and gender are common demographic categories that are available, updated regularly and provide basic information to target or betterunderstand a particular user group. The city has found it easier to justify bicycle investments when it can demonstrate to the public and to thedecision makers that the proposed improvement could/should benefit a broad cross section of the population. F9. Has your community adopted any of the following types of equity-related action plans? None of the above F10. Has the community developed any anti-displacement programs or strategies that relate to transportation investments? None of the above The following fields (F11 & F12) are optional but can earn additional points toward a community's Equity & Accessibility score. Communities areencouraged to use these spaces to describe any efforts that have not already been covered on the application, and/or to provide additional details,links, or information about a corresponding checkbox elsewhere on the application. F11. Are there any other innovative strategies, programs, facilities, or initiatives in place to specifically support cyclists with anyvision, hearing, mobility, and/or cognitive needs in your community, that have not already been covered on your BFC application? F12. Are there any other innovative strategies programs, facilities or initiatives in place to make cycling more equitable andinclusive for any historically underrepresented or marginalized groups or individuals in your community, including women, peopleof color, non-English speakers, people with disabilities, non-drivers, young children, and/or seniors? F13. If this is a renewing application, please summarize the most significant improvements to your community’s bicycle-relatedEquity and Accessibility efforts or investments since your last BFC application. No significant changes since the last application because this was not a topic of the previous application Page: Final Overview G1. What are the top three reasons your community has made bicycling a priority? Improved quality of life, Improving public health, Increase tourism G2. Briefly describe the most positive outcome of your community’s support for bicycling. STH 29 Signed bike trails The City works with the University of Wisconsin Stout and local law enforcement agencies (Dunn County Sheriff, UWStout police and Menomonie Police) to place digital speed indicators around the City to decrease speeding. At high risk pedestrian crossings trafficcones with a yield to pedestrians sign is placed on both sides of the crossing at the road centerline. Flashing lights activated by a push button arein place with signs to yield stop when the lights are flashing , allowing cyclists and pedestrians to cross safely. All of the efforts have increased theawareness of motorists, pedestrians and cyclist that everyone shares some portion of the transportation infrastructure/network and each hasrights and responsibilities. A simple benefit is that more pedestrians and cyclists cross roads at designated crosswalks and more cars stop to allowcrossing at unfinalized intersections, al of which is making the streets safer for each user. G3. How is the local government specifically educating the community about how the benefits of biking align with the broadergoals of the community? The City, the University, the Technical College and the County agree that education is beneficial to everyone but to date none have committed toorganize and fund the efforts necessary to implement community-wide educations programs. G4. What are your community’s greatest achievements in the last 12 months in the work to become more bicycle-friendly? State Highway 29 (Broadway and Crescent street) is just finishing its reconstruction. The highway was four lanes dedicated to to motorizedvehicles. It has been reconfigured as one motorized traffic lane each direction, a center left turn lane and a stripe on each side dedication a lanefor cyclists. G5. What could be done differently in order to make bicycling safer, more enjoyable and/or more convenient in your community? The City of Menomonie is a small City with a University located virtually in the center of the City and nearer the edges of the City are the publicschools and a Technical College. All of these institutions have a high percentage of pedestrians and cyclists and on occasion two might collaborateon a project or program but rarely does the group as a whole meet to discuss and plan pedestrian/cyclist activities, safety, and awareness. If oneof these groups took the lead then it is likely that over time cycling/pedestrian activates would be better organized with less duplication of effort. G6. What are the greatest challenges or barriers your community faces in taking action toward the efforts described in yourresponse to G5? Probably the greatest challenge is changing the attitude of motorists about cyclists in and outside of the City that a bicycle has the same rightsand responsibilities as a motorized vehicle. Most motorist see cyclists as a liability (an accident waiting to happen) which is due in part to thosecyclists who fail to recognize and obey the rules of the road and because motorist still view cycling as a form of recreation rather than a mode oftransportation. G7. What specific bicycle-related improvements are planned in the next 12 months that directly affect your community? The city received a matching grant to totaling $80,000 to improve the Stokke Trail. G8. Optional: What other communities do you look to as peers or comparable role models for your community? Madison, Wisconsin, Fort Collins Colorado, St Croix County, Wisconsin, UC Davis, California. G9. We often get requests for example BFC applications from aspiring communities. Are you willing to share your application? Yes G10. How did you hear about the Bicycle Friendly Community program? I heard about it from the previous planner who has since retired. Page: Supplementary Materials Optional: If you would like to share any supplemental materials to support your application, please upload your files here. The League wants to showcase the places, organizations, and individuals working to build a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone. By sharingphotos of your bicycling programs, community outreach efforts, or people biking in your community, you'll help us highlight your community'scommitment to making bicycling better. By submitting photos here, you are granting the League of American Bicyclists the right to use your images to promote bicycling. File 1 No File Uploaded File 2 No File Uploaded File 3 No File Uploaded File 4 No File Uploaded File 5 No File Uploaded alias4afa849251284f4dacf48dbbf86ca422 Optional: Page: Funding Resources This page is designed to help your community identify potential funding sources to help pay for bicycle infrastructure and programming needs inyour community. The League is also interested in better understanding how familiar communities currently are with their funding opportunities, sothat we can develop the resources and guidance needed to fill those knowledge gaps. This page will be updated more frequently than the rest of the BFC application, as funding opportunities or grant periods open/close. Weencourage you to use the links on this page to learn more (https://bikeleague.org/content/federal-funding-resources), and to use the finalquestion below to describe any challenges, questions, or barriers that your community faces when it comes to funding for bicycling. Please contactbfa@bikeleague.org (mailto:bfa@bikeleague.org) with any questions. Last updated 6/30/22. H1. Is your community part of a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that serves an area with a population over 200,000? No H2. States must prioritize projects that benefit high need communities. Is your community defined as a high need community byyour state? No H3. States now have funding to provide technical assistance to Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) applicants. H3a. Has your community requested technical assistance from your state DOT to help with TAP projects? Yes H3b. Has your community received technical assistance from your state DOT to help with TAP projects? Yes H4. What sources of funding do you use to pay for bicycle infrastructure and programming in your community? Federal Funding, State Funding, County/Regional Funding, Local Government Agency Funding, Cost-sharing , Local grants, Private donations What sources of Federal Funding are used? Formula Funding (federal funding distributed by the state) What Federal Formula Funding sources are used? Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), Surface Transportation Block Grant program funds (through MPO) What sources of State Funding are used? State Department of Transportation What sources of County or Regional Funding are used? Unknown What sources of Local Government Funding are used? Local Transportation Department What entities has your community shared costs with to pay for bicycle infrastructure and programming? University, Major employer(s) H5. If there is anything else you would like to share with the BFC review team about your community’s budget or other fundingmade available for bike infrastructure development, please describe here. Menomonie, WI Menomonie’s BFA Program Stats # of Local Bicycle Friendly Businesses: 0 # of Local Bicycle Friendly Universities: 1 # of Local League Cycling Instructors: 0 Wisconsin’s Bicycle Friendly State Ranking: #29 Community Profile Population: 16,843 Area: 15.36 square miles Population Density: 1097 people/square mile Land Classification: Mixed Urban/Suburban Poverty Rate: 21.1%* Median Household Income: $43,789* Percent of the Population that Speaks a Language Other Than English at Home: 6.2%* Percent with Disability: 12.7%* Percent of Households with No Vehicle Available: 9.6%* *Source: https://data.census.gov/cedsci/all?q=menomonie%20wi Key Outcomes Commuter Ridership: 2.9% (Bicycle Mode Share among commuters, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey 5-Year Estimate) Overall Bicycle Mode Share: Unknown (Reported by applicant) Annual Average Bicyclist Crashes in last 5 years: 2.6 (Reported by applicant) Annual Average Bicyclist Fatalities in last 5 years: 0 (Reported by applicant) Fall 2022 BFC Public Survey Response Summary for Menomonie, WI Menomonie’s Bike Links Bike Network Map, if available: N/A Bike Plan, if available: https://www.menomonie-wi.gov/index.as- p?SEC=057FF635-0D5E-49F7-BE52-8B8BD5AA3B5F&- Type=B_BASIC How satisfied are you with how this community is designed for making bike riding safe? (n = 8) Is it safe or dangerous to ride a bicycle in your neighborhood, or does it depend? (n = 8) What is the number one change you would most like to see the local government make in this community for bicyclists? (n = 8) 1. More bike paths (25.00%) Very Satisfied (37 .50%) Somewhat Satisfied (37 .50%) Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied (25.00%) Somewhat Dissatisfied (0.00%) Very Dissatisfied (0.00%) Award: Bronze | Fall 2022 Award History: Bronze since 2014. BICYCLE FRIENDL Y COMMUNITY REPORT CARD Page 1 of 5 22030 22030 22030 Menomonie Menomonie, WI WI Survey: Menomonie, WI 22030 Menomonie, WI Menomonie, WI 22030 Menomonie, WI Menomonie, WI 22030 Menomonie, WI 37+63 Safe (62.50%) It Depends (37 .50%) Dangerous (0.00%) a+100+1007538 The 5 Es Category Scores Menomonie Max Score this round Engineering 19% 62% Education 22% 60% Encouragement 10% 61% Evaluation & Planning 14% 64% Equity & Accessibility 4% 57% Percentages shown above are the points received out of points available in that category. See pages 2-3 for Menomonie’s subcategory points earned within each Category. Note: Menomonie received fewer than 10 responses to the BFC public survey in Fall 2022. The League strongly encourages BFC applicants to distribute the public survey as widely as possible the next time your community applies to the BFC program, to get input from as many cyclists — and potential cyclists — as possible. Menomonie earned 19% of the points available in the Engineering Category. Below is the breakdown of points that Menomonie earned in each subcategory of the Engineering section compared to the total points available in that respective subcategory from the Fall 2022 BFC application. Engineering Subcategories Menomonie’s Subcategory Points in Engineering Policies and Design Standards for the Built Environment 3 / 38 pts End-of-Trip Facilities 8 / 41 pts Bicycle Network 22 / 126 pts Network Maintenance 13 / 32 pts Bicycle Access to Public Transportation 5 / 22 pts Bike Sharing 0 / 25 pts Other Bicycle-Related Amenities 3 / 6 pts Regional Coordination 1 / 16 pts Engineering Bonus Points 5 / 9 pts Overall Engineering Score: 19% of available points About this Report Card The following scores are based on the online application submitted by Menomonie in the Fall 2022 Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) submission round. These scores reflect a combination of automatically-gener- ated points earned through the online application, as well as judge-assigned points and bonus points given by BFC reviewers. The League updated its Bicycle Friendly Community application and awards criteria in the Summer of 2022, after nearly a year of research, focus groups, interviews, listening sessions, and other outreach. The updated application includes a new section on Equity and Accessibility, and other changes throughout. As such, this Bicycle Friendly Community Report card is a beta version as we refine our new scoring system and develop a greater understanding of how to convey new information. All Fall 2022 BFC Report Cards (including this one) will be republished with updated scores if there are changes to the points system after the next round of Bicycle Friendly Community applications. To learn more about the BFC application and awards criteria, please visit https://bikeleague.org/community. Page 2 of 5 Menomonie earned 19% of the points available in the Engineering Category. Below is the breakdown of points that Menomonie earned in each subcategory of the Engineering section compared to the total points available in that respective subcategory from the Fall 2022 BFC application. Engineering Subcategories Menomonie’s Subcategory Points in Engineering Policies and Design Standards for the Built Environment 3 / 38 pts End-of-Trip Facilities 8 / 41 pts Bicycle Network 22 / 126 pts Network Maintenance 13 / 32 pts Bicycle Access to Public Transportation 5 / 22 pts Bike Sharing 0 / 25 pts Other Bicycle-Related Amenities 3 / 6 pts Regional Coordination 1 / 16 pts Engineering Bonus Points 5 / 9 pts ENGINEERING Menomonie earned 22% of the points available in the Education Category. Below is the breakdown of points that Menomonie earned in each subcategory of the Education section compared to the total points available in that respective subcategory from the Fall 2022 BFC application. Education Subcategories Menomonie’s Subcategory Points in Education Youth Bicycle Edu