WisDOT Active Transportation Plan

The WisDOT Active Transportation Plan is available now. It’s worth a read. I’ve pulled out a few things to highlight here. WisDOT envisions that walking, bicycling, and other forms of active transportation will be safe, accessible, and convenient for people of all ages and abilities. On average, people who walk and bike take more trips to local retailers and spend similar amounts when compared with people who drive. Bicycling contributes greatly to the state’s economy as well; In 2022, the total output of bicycle related industries in Wisconsin was over $5.36 billion. https://outdoorindustry.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/OIA_RecEcoState_WI.pdf Trips taken alone make up nearly 74 percent of all commute trips in the State of Wisconsin. By investing in active transportation infrastructure, Wisconsin communities can offer viable alternatives to short commute and non-commute trips taken alone. Approximately half of all vehicle trips in the United States could be made by bike in 20 minutes…