Campaign for a Bicycle Friendly Kentucky

The League of American Bicyclists has a Bicycle Friendly America (BFA) program which provides a roadmap, hands-on assistance and recognition for states, communities, universities, and businesses. The BFA program is a tool to make bicycling a real transportation and recreation option for all people.

Now you can earn official Bicycle Friendly Community, Bicycle Friendly Business, or Bicycle Friendly University designation from the League of American Bicyclists with the help of Bike Walk Kentucky. Or if you already have a Bicycle Friendly designation, Bike Walk Kentucky can help you move up to the next level.

This is an opportunity to make your community a vibrant destination for residents and visitors – a place where people don’t just live and work but thrive. Making bicycling safe and convenient are key to improving public health, reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, and improving quality of life. Bikes are good for businesses and their employees. Through this program, employers are recognized for their efforts to encourage a more welcoming atmosphere for bicycling employees, customers, and the community.

Kentucky is ranked #37 Bicycle Friendly State. Click HERE to review the report card!

To get you started, a volunteer with extensive experience in this field will:

• Evaluate your community, university, or business
• Make recommendations and help develop a plan for your community, university, or business
• Provide templates and resources to complete the application
• Assist in completing the application
• Potentially assign another community or business to mentor you

To get the wheels turning, simply contact BWK board member Keith Lovan at: keith.lovan@gmail.com