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 guidelines, and more! |
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Yellow GOAT Bike Club rides / 2023
Help us celebrate trails on Saturday, April 22, 2023!
News
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Mar 16, 2023: WalkWorks Grant Round Now Open!
WalkWorks is pleased to announce its seventh round of assistance to advance policy development related to active transportation. Grants will be offered to a limited number of municipalities and other governmental bodies to assist with the development of active transportation plans and/or a Complete Streets Policy. These plans are essential to our efforts to establish activity-friendly routes that connect people to everyday destinations, thereby expanding opportunities for physical activity and improving public health. An informational webinar reviewing the FOA will take place on Thursday, April 6, at noon, on zoom. Register at this link.
WalkWorks is pleased to announce its seventh round of assistance to advance policy development related to active transportation. Grants will be offered to a limited number of municipalities and other governmental bodies to assist with the development of active transportation plans and/or a Complete Streets Policy. These plans are essential to our efforts to establish activity-friendly routes that connect people to everyday destinations, thereby expanding opportunities for physical activity and improving public health. An informational webinar reviewing the FOA will take place on Thursday, April 6, at noon, on zoom. Register at this link.
BUILDING TRAILS
Nov 28, 2022: Brilliant Line will provide a car-free route across Allegheny River, from Pittsburgh to Sharpsburg
Sep 22, 2022: Nearly $22 Million in Grant Funds Awarded Through Trail Development Fund
PLANNING FOR ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION
Oct 22, 2022: Monongahela receives $25,000 WalkWorks grant
Active Transportation Forum
Network with other change-makers!
Virtually attend SPC's 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. |
2023 Meeting Dates + Join Meeting Links
2023 Meeting Recordings 2022 Meeting Recordings |