Welcome to the Active Transportation Resource Center!
Are you interested in making your community a safer place to bike and walk, but are overwhelmed or unsure where to start? You've come to the right place! The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC) web-based toolkit is a central clearinghouse for the latest information on active transportation. Resources include information on programs that support biking and walking, potential funding opportunities, design guidance, and more! |
Regional Active Transportation Map |
Tips for sharing the trail
New to trail riding or not sure about trail etiquette? Check out this short video, "Tips for Sharing the Trail," recently released by DCNR. While the tips contained here are likely familiar to experienced trail users, it provides some great tips for all trail users.
Planning for active transportation
November 2023: WalkWorks, a program of the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) and the Pennsylvania Downtown Center awarded nine communities in the Commonwealth with $210,000 in grants to assist in the development of Active Transportation Plans and increase physical activity by connecting local destinations with improved pedestrian, bicycle, and transit networks. Recipients in our region include:
Allegheny County
Westmoreland County
Allegheny County
- Bethel Park Township
- Churchill Borough
- South Fayette Township
Westmoreland County
- City of Greensburg
October 2023: City of Monongahela approves Active Transportation Plan
Active Transportation Forum
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Network with other change-makers!
Virtually attend SPC's quarterly Active Transportation Forums to learn more about what's going on with projects and programs to improve conditions for people who bike and walk in our region. Network with peers, share strategies and provide input on regional planning efforts. Want to attend? Let us know! We'll add your name to our email distribution list and you will receive meeting links and agendas for upcoming Active Transportation Forums. |
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Look for these icons to learn more about helpful tools and resources or learn more about local projects and programs.
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