We’re proud to present the updated Safe Routes to School Handbook (SRTS Handbook). It is a comprehensive resource designed to help stakeholders plan for sustainable projects and programs. Covering all the steps local teams need to complete the action planning process to apply for a Major Grant, it is also a helpful tool for planning Mini Grant […]
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As the clocks returned to standard time on November 7, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Michigan Fitness Foundation remind motorists to watch out for pedestrians, joggers, and bicyclists each evening on the drive home. Motorists also should allow a minimum 3-foot distance when passing a bicyclist, according to state law. While we’ve had some
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Over ten years ago, Argentine Township and the Linden, Argentine, Fenton, and Fenton Township Pathways (LAFF) trails group envisioned a multi-community pathway that would connect cyclists across southwest Genesee County. With support from LAFF, Linden Community Schools, and the Genesee County Road Commission, Argentine Township embarked on a planning project for a multi-use trail project.
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The MSU School of Planning, Design & Construction (SPDC) and MSU College of Engineering receive grant funding from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) through Michigan Fitness Foundation to assist schools interested in developing a SRTS action plan that includes design and planning alternatives. Full Action Plan Technical Assistance includes: Assisting the local school/community with the
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As many students return to school in person this coming school year, there is an opportunity to establish new habits and behaviors that support health and wellness through your SRTS program. The following suggestions can help you lay a supportive groundwork this fall. Promote the community assets, routes, and important features that help make walking and
We are pleased to announce our Mini Grant recipients for the 2021-2022 school year. Dearborn Detroit East Lansing Flint Kalkaska Maple Valley All will deliver SRTS programming aimed at supporting walking school buses, increased supervision on walking and biking routes, community safety initiatives, and more. Mini Grant awards totaled $309,702 and will benefit 39 schools.
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Winter is in full swing, which means getting outside to enjoy the wonderful winter activities in our state. You might be asking yourself, “how do we plan for virtual and/or in-person programs to engage our communities during the winter?” In this article, we provide program ideas to keep kids (and parents) excited to walk and
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Building consensus among stakeholders is an important part of any Safe Routes to School (SRTS) project. At Madison School District, former superintendent and community champion, Ryan Rowe played a key role to gain support for their SRTS project with stakeholders that could amplify the project. Rowe understood that planning, application, and construction processes can take
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In Michigan, as we continue to adapt our program to meet new needs, we want to note upcoming changes we are adopting and how those changes fit into your community. As of June 2020, the Safe Routes National Partnership announced changes to the 6 Es framework that have long summarized the key components of the
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As schools look to reopen this fall, we have resources for our partners across the state about how to help students safely walk and bike to school while maintaining social distancing. With your help, we hope to encourage schools to provide safe walking and biking information to families. National experts believe safety measures like walking or biking to school are
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