Bicycling in Minneapolis

36th Street Bike Path Meeting February 7

A public meeting to address bike lanes on 36th Street from East Calhoun Blvd west to Dupont Ave has been scheduled for Thursday, February 7 from 6 - 7 pm at St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Ave S.

36th Street West is included in the City of Minneapolis Master Plan, adopted by City Council in 2011.

More information about the proposed 36th Street bike lane is posted on project's website, http://www.minneapolismn.gov/bicycles/projects/36th_St_West. You can also contact David Peterson at (612) 333-1378 or david.peterson2@minneapolismn.gov.

Biking Season Has Begun

Minneapolis has been voted at the top for biking cities in the country with 167 miles of bikeways.

In 2011, 37 miles were added along with new bike markings on the roads. The City has produced two new videos to help road users understand these markings so both bikes and cars can safely use the same streets. Learn more about biking in Minneapolis.

Bicycling and Walking Classes

The city of Minneapolis is offering over 40 rides, walks and classes to help you get back on the streets and trails. There is something for everyone, families, adults and 55+ Walking and Biking Series.

No registration required, just visit the Minneapolis Bicycling and Pedestrian Program website and find events that interest you.

Caution Needed For Drivers, Pedestrians and Cyclists

The Minneapolis Police (MPD) are urging all drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists to use caution on the roads. There has been a dramatic increase in accidents involving vehicles with pedestrians or bicycles in the past few weeks.

Warmer weather brings out additional walkers and cyclists, especially in entertainment districts and downtown. Drivers need to exercise more caution and walkers and cyclists need to be aware of their surroundings and watch out for themselves.

The MPD have stepped up enforcement of drivers not yielding, pedestrians jaywalking and cyclist not obeying the rules of the road. This enforcement effort is aimed at preventing accidents which result in life changing events for families.