Each year the Washington State Department of Transportation joins with others
in the community to get an accurate count of alternative modes of
transportation. Nearly 60,000 bicyclists and pedestrians were counted by volunteers across Washington during a three-day survey in 2012. About 400 volunteers will be needed again this fall to count the number of people who ride bike, or walk to their destinations.
Counting bicyclists and pedestrians helps more accurately measure demand, gauge the results of investments and plan for future improvement projects.
The count will also help measure WSDOT’s progress toward the goal of increasing bicycling and walking while reducing the number of vehicle miles driven.
For this sixth annual survey, the Washington State Department of Transportation and the Cascade Bicycle Club are enlisting volunteers and organizations like FeetFirst and the Bicycle Alliance of Washington to help count the number of people bicycling and walking on paths, bike lanes, sidewalks, and other facilities Tuesday, Oct. 1, through Thursday, Oct. 3. Counts will be taken in a least 38 cities throughout the state.
Those interested in helping here in Spokane and Spokane Valley can learn more by contacting Cascade Bicycle Club at cpa@cascadebicycleclub.org or calling 206-861-9890.
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