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PBIC Announces Free Webinar on Conducting Bicycle Road Safety Audits
(September 17, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center announces a free webinar on how to use icycle Road Safety Audits to improve bicyclist safety.

New ped/bike planning and design lessons available for course instructors
(August 26, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center releases its new Pedestrian and Bicycle Transportation Short Series undergraduate education curriculum.

PBIC announces free webinar on accommodating pedestrians and bicyclists at interchanges
(June 11, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center announce a free webinar ITE Recommended Practices for Accommodating Pedestrians and Bicyclists at Interchanges Tuesday

FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on Systemic Safety Project Selection Tool
PBIC and Bike League offer free webinar on the economic impact of ped/bike projects
PBIC and Bike League announce free webinar on funding ped/bike projects under MAP-21: (March 26, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) and League of American Bicyclists announce a free webinar on funding bicycle and pedestrian projects under MAP-21.
FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on pedestrian safety assessments: (Feb. 27, 2013) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on technical assessments of state pedestrian safety programs.
PBIC announces free webinar on promoting walking and cycling: (Feb. 18, 2013) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) annoucnes a free webinar on promoting walking and cycling in the U.S.

PBIC launches new white paper series: (Jan. 11, 2013) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) launches a new series of papers providing in depth information on a variety of pedestrian- and bicycle-related topics.
PBIC announces free webinar on Towar Zero Death Strategies: (Jan. 9, 2013) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces a free webinar on Toward Zero Deaths strategies for pedestrian and bicycle professionals.
FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on road diets: (Nov. 6, 2012) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on road diets and pedestrian safety.
PBIC and APHA announce free webinar on Prescription Trails Programs: (Nov. 5, 2012) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) and American Public Health Association (APHA) announce a free webinar on how prescription trails programs tie public health with walking and trails.
Pedestrian Safety Tips for Halloween: (Oct. 29, 2012) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) offers these tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween.

PBIC releases comprehensive guide for implementing Bike Share programs: (Sept. 07, 2012) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center and Toole Design Group have released the results from their comprehensive national study of current bike sharing programs in the United States.

PBIC and APHA announce free webinar on CPPWs: (Sept. 5, 2012) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) and American Public Health Association (APHA) announce a free webinar on using the Communities Putting Prevention to Work programto promote public health Health.

FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on pedestrian safety initiatives in New York City: (August 7, 2021) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on New York City's pedestrian safety initiatives.
PBIC announces free webinar series on the updated AASHTO Bike Guide: (July 26, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) and Toole Design Group announce a free webinar series on the updated American Association of State Highway Transportation Official’s (AASHTO) Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilitieson Health Impact Assessments and bicycle and pedestrian safety.

PBIC and APHA announce free webinar on HIAs and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety: (July 10, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) and American Public Health Association announce a free webinar on Health Impact Assessments and bicycle and pedestrian safety.

PBIC announces free webinar on Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Tools and Analysis: (May 21, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on bicycle and pedestrian safety tools and analysis.
FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on raised median islands: (May 17, 2021) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on raised median islands and pedestrian safety.
PBIC announces free webinar on bike share programs: (April 2, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on bike share programs.
FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on pedestrian safety at roundabouts: (February 22, 2021) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on pedestrian safety at roundabouts.
PBIC announces free webinar on walkability for older pedestrians: (January 18, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next free webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series.
FHWA and PBIC announce free webinar on the safety and operations of the Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK) and Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB): (November 17, 2020) The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announce a free webinar on pedestrian crossing treatments.
Walk Friendly Communities application process opens November 15: (November 7, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) has released an updated community assessment tool for the Walk Friendly Communities (WFC) program and will open applications for its third round on November 15.
PBIC offers free webinar on applications for pedestrian and bicycle planning: (November 1, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next free webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series.
PBIC announces 10 new Walk Friendly Communities: (September 22, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is excited to announce new Walk Friendly Communities (WFC) in 10 locations across the nation.
UNC Highway Safety Research Center awarded continued funding to operate PBIC: (August 25, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) has been renewed for up to four additional years to the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center (HSRC).
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center announces inaugural Walk Friendly Communities: (April 26, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is excited to announce the inaugural round of Walk Friendly Communities (WFC).
Free Webinar on FHWA Resources: (January 16, 2021) PBIC announces the next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: FHWA Resources for Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals on Tuesday, March 1 at 2:00pm-3:30pm E.S.T.
Walk Friendly Communities Program Recognizes Excellence in Enabling Safe Walking: (June 16, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) has officially launched Walk Friendly Communities (WFC), a national recognition program to encourage towns and cities across the United States to establish or recommit to a high priority for safe walking.
PBIC report explores conditions of bicycling and walking: (June 16, 2021) PBIC has released a 15-year status report detailing the trends and changes in bicycling and walking since the publishing of the National Bicycling and Walking Study in 1994. The full report, funded by the Federal Highway Administration, can be accessed at www.walkinginfo.org/15_year_report/
Free Webinar on international pedestrian safety: (June 15, 2021) PBIC announces the next free Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: Pedestrian Safety From Around the World on Wednesday, June 30 at 2:00pm-3:00pm E.T.
NCBW’s Pro Walk / Pro Bike® 2010 Chattanooga, Register Now: (May 18, 2021) Chattanooga, Tennessee, the site of Pro Walk/Pro Bike® Conference, September 13-16, 2010, has much to boast about, including a walkable downtown, electric transit opportunities, a heavily used river trail, mountain biking opportunities within 10 minutes of town, and much more.
Free Online Conference on Pedestrian Access: (May 3, 2021) Easter Seals Project ACTION (ESPA) will present an Online Conference on Pedestrian Access, another in ESPA's series of Promising Practices and Solutions in Accessible Transportation, scheduled for three free, 90-minute sessions May 18 - 20.
APBP teams with PBIC on Women Cycling Photo & Video Contest: (April 22, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is pleased to collaborate with the Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP) on the Women Cycling Photo & Video Contest.
Free Webinar on new traffic control guidelines for pedestrians and bicyclists: (March 30, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: "Impact of the New MUTCD on Pedestrians and Bicyclists," co-sponsored by APBP. Thursday, April 15, 2010, 2PM to 3:30PM ET.
Funding available for pedestrian workshops with a focus on older adults: (March 25, 2021) Funding is now available to organizations interested in teaching pedestrian safety workshops focused on older adults in their communities.
Free Webinar on on pedestrian safety education: (February 25, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: "Community Approaches to Pedestrian Safety Education." Thursday, March 18, 2010, 2PM to 3:30PM ET.
Free Webinar on selecting pedestrian engineering treatments: (January 4, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: "Selection of Pedestrian Treatments at Unsignalized Crossings," presented by Charlie Zegeer, Director, PBIC, and Associate Director of Engineering and Planning, UNC Highway Safety Research Center. Thursday, January 21, 2010, 2PM to 3PM ET.
University Pedestrian and Bicycle Education Workshop at TRB: (November 11, 2021) The Transportation Research Board ( TRB) Pedestrian and Bicycle Committees are hosting a workshop on University Pedestrian and Bicycle Transportation Education at the TRB Annual Meeting.
Pedestrian Safety Tips for Halloween: (October 21, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center offers the following tips for safety-related and general interest stories surrounding the upcoming Halloween holiday weekend.
Free Webinar on advocacy strategies for creating livable communities: (October 12, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) announces the next Webinar in its Livable Communities Webinar Series:
"The Power of 25: Advocacy Strategies for Creating Livable Communities", presented by Pete Lagerway, Senior Transportation Planner, Toole Design Group, Thursday, November 12, 2009, 2PM to 3PM ET.
PBIC at Walk 21 in New York: (October 5, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) will provide training and information during this week's Walk 21, the annual international walking conference, in New York, NY. Visit the PBIC booth to get a 2010 pedestrian and bicycle calendar.
APBP and PBIC award additional funding to improve pedestrian safety in neighborhoods: (September 30, 2021) Five communities from across the U.S. have been selected to receive funding from the Association of Bicycle and Pedestrian Professionals (APBP), in partnership with the Pedestrian and Bicycling Information Center (PBIC), to improve pedestrian safety and help make their environments more "walkable."
FHWA's Environment & Planning Office issues call for research ideas related to bicycles, pedestrians and health: (September 24, 2021) The Federal Highway Administration's Environment and Planning areas of research – including bicycle/pedestrian and health topics – have relied on a single funding source called STEP (Surface Transportation Environment and Planning Cooperative Research Program). The Bicycle and Pedestrian Team at FHWA is seeking input and suggestions for the lines of research that should be pursued within this emphasis area.
PBIC launches Livable Communities Webinar Series: (September 2, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) has launched the Livable Communities Webinar Series to encourage safe walking and bicycling as a viable means of transportation and physical activity. These free, public Webinars will be offered every other month.
Neighborhoods receive funding to improve pedestrian safety: (August 5, 2021) Ten communities from across the U.S. have been selected to receive funding from the UNC Highway Safety Research Center (HSRC) to improve pedestrian safety and help make their environments more “walkable” with the use of the guide, A Resident’s Guide for Creating Safe and Walkable Communities.
PBIC launches updated image library: (June 1, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center announces the launch of the updated and redesigned pedestrian and bicycle image library at www.pedbikeimages.org.
Funding available for neighborhoods to improve pedestrian safety: (March 24, 2021) Funding is now available to communities interested in making their environment more “walkable” for residents.
Updated Web site on Accessible Pedestrian Signals: (March 10, 2021) An updated Web site on the best practices of Accessible Pedestrian Signals has been launched at www.apsguide.org.
Pedestrian Safety Tips for Halloween: (October 29, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center offers safety tips to pedestrians and drivers for the upcoming Halloween holiday weekend.
“SHARE THE ROAD” Campaign Keeps Employees Safe Behind the Wheel: (October 6, 2021) Sponsored annually by the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS), Drive Safely Work Week (DSWW), October 6-10, is a nationally observed campaign designed to help employers emphasize the importance of driving safely both on and off the job to reduce preventable crashes.
How to Develop a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan updated with enhanced education, enforcement content: (July 23, 2021) Enhanced content related to pedestrian and bicycle education and enforcement has been added to the FHWA document, How to Develop a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan, which was first printed in 2006.
FHWA’s Environment & Planning Office issues call for research ideas related to bicycles, pedestrians and health: (July 18, 2021) The Bicycle and Pedestrian Team at FHWA is seeking input and suggestions for the lines of research that should be pursued within this emphasis area.
Guide available to improve neighborhood walkability: (June 24, 2021) The Federal Highway Administration Office of Safety has released a new guide, A Resident’s Guide for Creating Safe and Walkable Communities.
Guide available to help create pedestrian-friendly transit environments: (June 23, 2021) The Federal Highway Administration Office of Safety has released a new guide, the Pedestrian Safety Guide for Transit Agencies.
Help Build the Network - Register as a local resource to offer pedestrian and bicycle assistance: (August 9, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center is seeking individuals and organizations to register as local resources on its Web site.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center launches redesigned Web site for walking information: (August 1, 2021) The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, in its continued effort to disseminate information and technical assistance on pedestrian and bicycle safety, has launched its redesigned pedestrian Web site at www.walkinginfo.org.

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