{"id":361,"date":"2025-10-06T07:13:36","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T07:13:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kpltechsolution.us\/bikewalkct.org\/?page_id=361"},"modified":"2026-01-16T07:59:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T07:59:47","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kpltechsolution.us\/bikewalkct.org\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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In summer 2023, we surveyed Connecticut towns and asked for their bike\/ped masterplans, Complete Streets plans and policies, and Vision Zero plans or policies. Below is the list of towns that responded with their plans and policies. Some towns refer to their Plan of Conservation and Development
(POCD)\u00a0which are prepared or updated every ten years\u2013this information is generally much higher-level than a full bike-ped plan (see Hartford or Stamford, for example, for a detailed plan). Regional plans by COGs are at the end of the list. Please\u00a0email us<\/a>\u00a0with any updates!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bike Walk Avon CT<\/strong> is an all-volunteer community-based organization working with the Town of Avon and other local groups advocating for a safe and more bicycle and pedestrian friendly environment in Avon and in the Farmington Valley. They can be contacted via their Facebook page or emailed directly\u00a0here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>

Bloomfield Complete Streets<\/strong>\u00a0is a town effort to\u00a0create safe and accessible transportation options for Bloomfield Residents and visitors of all ages and abilities.<\/p>

Bike Walk Bolton<\/strong>\u00a0is a volunteer organization made up of area residents whose mission is to advocate for the expansion of safe, practical and accessible means of moving about our community for pedestrians, cyclists and the mobility challenged. Their main areas of focus are to educate Bolton residents on bike and pedestrian-related health, safety, and benefit information; advocate for the continued development and use of multi-use trails; and strive to help the town achieve \u201cBike Friendly Community\u201d status. They can be contacted via their Facebook page.<\/p>

Bike Walk Canton CT<\/strong> is a citizen advocacy group founded to promote cycling and pedestrian activities in our community. They can be contacted by emailing\u00a0BikeWalkCantonCT@gmail.com.<\/strong><\/p>

Bike Cheshire<\/strong> is a bike share group dedicated to encouraging a lifestyle of riding bikes for recreation, transportation and\/or commuting. Their main areas of focus are on the free bike-share program, educational resources, and advocacy. Bikes can be picked up along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail in Cheshire. While free, they require a small cash deposit you get back once you\u2019re done. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0cheshirefreebike@gmail.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Fairfield Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee is charged with implementing the Town of Fairfield’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. \u00a0
Bicycle Friendly Farmington<\/strong>\u00a0is a volunteer-driven community organization that supports bicycling in the town of Farmington. They work\u00a0with the Town of Farmington to promote, identify, and support bicycling in Farmington\u2019s vast network of multi-use trails; between schools, homes, and businesses; and for recreation and transportation purposes. Their main areas of focus are weekend and weekday social rides and safety and education in the form of classes at the Farmington Continuing Education center,pop-up bicycle safety clinics, and bicycle safety rodeos in elementary, middle, and high schools. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0vice_chair@bicyclefriendlyfarmington.org.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

Bike Walk Glastonbury<\/strong> (BWG) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide citizen advocacy and support for a more cycling and walking friendly environment within Glastonbury. Their current projects consist of proposing connected bike pathways across the town and putting up Share the Road signs around Glastonbury. BWG meets the second Monday of March, June, September, and December. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0info@bikewalkglastonbury.org.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>

Bike Groton (Your Local Bicycle Advocacy Group | Bike Groton) is a volunteer nonprofit bike and pedestrian advocacy organization that supports improved conditions in Groton and the southeast CT region.\u00a0 Their focus is developing cooperative relationships with the CTDOT and local governments for adoption of Complete Streets policies and mechanisms that ensure their enactment. They meet on the first Monday of each month.<\/p>

Hartford Complete Streets Committee\u00a0was created to oversee the efforts to make Hartford\u2019s streets safe, comfortable, and accessible by walking, driving, bicycling, or taking public transportation.\u00a0For over a decade, the City and State have invested millions of dollars to plan, design, engineer and construct streetscapes throughout the community. From the first projects on Maple Avenue and Park Street, to the most recent on Pratt Street and Farmington Avenue, the City continues to invest in making streets safe and enjoyable. Contact Grace Yi for more information at grace.yi@hartford.gov<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>

Bike Mansfield<\/strong> is a bicycle advocacy group that formed to promote bicycling in Mansfield and to assist the town in securing the \u201cBicycle Friendly Community\u201d distinction. Their main areas of focus are bicycle facility planning, bicycle education, workshops in the areas of bike maintenance, riding techniques and safety, touring, racing, and help\u00a0in setting up a Complete Streets\u00a0policy. They can be contacted via their Facebook page.<\/p>

Bike New Britain<\/strong> is an advocacy group whose goal is to promote safe bicycling throughout New Britain contributing to a livable, sustainable community. Bike New Britain provides bikes to the community through donations and a Bike Share Program, educates riders of all ages, advises the City\u2019s Public Works Department regarding bicycle infrastructure, and organizes group rides including the annual Hardware City Bike Tour. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0bikenewbritain@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>

Bike New Haven<\/strong> is a bike share program. Users can rent a bike via a mobile app for 45 minutes and return it to the nearest drop of zone. The cost is calculated once the bike is returned to a rack. A single ride costs $1.75 while a year of unlimited 45-minute rides costs $90. More pricing information and the group\u2019s mission can be found on their website.<\/p>

New Haven Coalition for Active Transportation is an educational organization whose mission is to promote walking, biking, and all active transportation as healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly. Their main areas of focus are educational classes in areas such as traffic safety and more. They have class offerings on their website. Registration is required.<\/p>

Bike New London<\/strong> is an advocacy group whose mission is to increase bicycle use in the city of New London and make New London a more bicycle-friendly community. Their main areas of focus are educational classes, which are taught at their refurbished bicycle shop, annual \u201cBike Fest\u201d events on the waterfront, and advocating for the Montauk Avenue bike lane project. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0bicyclenl@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>

New Milford Bike Walk<\/strong> an all-volunteer, charitable non-profit organization that supports a vibrant, healthy region by promoting the creation of multi-use trails, bike lanes, walkways, and other measures that make it safer and easier to walk or bicycle for recreation and transportation. Their main areas of focus are group walks, group rides, trail maintenance, and bicycle education in local schools. They hold meetings on the third Wednesday of every month. They can be contacted via the \u201cContact Us\u201d section
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Bike\/Walk Norwalk<\/strong> is a volunteer organization that supports bicycling and walking as safe, accessible, and sustainable forms of transportation and recreation that increase the City of Norwalk\u2019s livability and economic vitality, and improve public and environmental health. Their main areas of focus are to promote Complete Streets programs, to work on the City of Norwalk\u2019s Master Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans, and to participate in community outreach events related to bicycling and pedestrian issues. They hold meetings on the first Monday of the month. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0norwalkbikewalk@gmail.com.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

Walk\/Bike Rocky Hill<\/strong>\u00a0is a volunteer group working to make Rocky Hill a more pedestrian and bicycle friendly place. Rocky Hill has a total of about 8 miles of trails at Quarry, Bulkley, Dividend and Dinosaur parks. They have a volunteer trail manager system that helps to maintain the trails in conjunction with their Parks and Rec Department. They offer guided hikes and bikes throughout the year. They are working on linking their trails, adding way-finding signs, and making their town more accessible for walkers and bicyclists. Volunteers are welcomed. Walk\/Bike Rocky Hill can be reached via Ed Chiucarello at 860-906-7579 and on social media with Instagram (@walkbikerockyhill) and Facebook (Walk-Bike Rocky Hill, CT 06067).<\/p>

Simsbury Free Bike<\/strong> is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to building bike friendly communities and encouraging cycling for fun, fitness, and transportation. In addition to running the regional bike share program, Simsbury Free Bike works with local and regional leaders to promote a safe and friendly walking and biking community.\u00a0Their main areas of focus are on advocacy work and continuing to build up the bike share program. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0simsburyfreebike@gmail.com.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

South Windsor Walk and Wheels Way<\/strong>\u00a0is a sub-committee of the town\u2019s Parks &amp; Recreation Dept. whose mission\u00a0is to create and implement a comprehensive plan to provide safe non-motorized passages for the community by expanding and linking trails, neighborhoods, transportation, public premises and open spaces within our community and to other towns. They meet on the first Wednesday of every month. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0swwandww@cox.net.<\/b><\/a><\/p>

People Friendly Stamford<\/strong>\u00a0is an advocacy group whose mission is\u00a0to connect Stamford\u2019s neighborhoods in a way that is safe and enjoyable for bicycling and walking. Their main areas of focus are on the Complete Streets policy, Monday night bike rides, and continuing their work towards making Stamford a more bicyclist and pedestrian friendly city. They meet both monthly and quarterly to network and discuss bicyclist and pedestrian issues. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0info@peoplestamford.org.
Bike Stonington\u00a0is\u00a0a community group looking to increase bike access, bike safety, and bike awareness in the town and area of Stonington, CT. They have a\u00a0Facebook\u00a0and\u00a0Twitter\u00a0account.<\/p>

Bike West Hartford<\/strong>\u00a0is a non-profit organization that advocates for improved biking, walking, and mass transit infrastructure in all neighborhoods, builds stronger community engagement for mobility justice, and connects with partner organizations across the Hartford region and Connecticut. Two additional programs are the Cycling Without Age chapter to provide free pedicab rides to elderly people with limited mobility, and the Center Streets open streets festival. Contact via email\u00a0 at\u00a0BikeWestHartfordInc@gmail.com.<\/b><\/a><\/p>

Bike Walk Wethersfield<\/strong> is an advisory committee whose mission is to create and expand non-motorized passages for the community and provide safer, more pedestrian and bicycle friendly roads throughout Wethersfield and to link neighborhoods, public premises and open spaces within their community and to other towns. Their main areas of focus are on the Wethersfield Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and implementing a Complete Streets policy. They can be contacted via email at\u00a0bikewalkwethersfield@gmail.com.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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