Public Workshop Next Month on Lewes Bike Plan
September 13, 2023/
Another public workshop will be held next month on the Lewes Bike Plan. The first one took place in June. The second workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, October 11th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library on 111 Adams Avenue. Through the Lewes Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, seven goals have been proposed including a continuous, safe bicycle and pedestrian network that ensures a contemporary pedestrian-friendly environment for visitors and residents.
Additional Information from DelDOT:
Through the Lewes Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, seven goals have been proposed:
- Continuous, safe bicycle and pedestrian network that ensures a contemporary pedestrian-friendly environment for visitors and residents.
- Low-stress family friendly routes encouraging more biking and less cars in town.
- Safe, well-designed pedestrian walkways and bikeways.
- Adequate and secure bicycle parking and pedestrian amenities at all major trip destinations, including but not limited to all City parks.
- Ensure safety for pedestrians and bicyclists is incorporated into all discussions related to the design, maintenance, or enforcement of all City & State maintained roads.
- Through collaboration with DelDOT, prioritize projects to promote safe & friendly biking.
- Bicyclist and pedestrian well-being and safety shall be a cooperative undertaking.
- All aspects of City government, including its committees, committed to prioritizing bicycle and pedestrian safety initiatives in their work.
- Continuously improve bike and pedestrian safety through educational programs.
- Adopt community engagement strategies to monitor use of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
- Develop a concise plan with achievable short and long-term goals.
Email: LewesBikePlan@PublicInput.com
