"The bicycle is to be given credit, not only as the pioneer of the good roads movement but also as the parent of the automobile," Detroiter Horatio Earle & Michigan's 1st State Highway Commissioner. www.instagram.com/reel/DTDj2Vp...

"This study examines factors that promote or hinder e-bicycle usage in metro-Detroit, Michigan." Key positive themes: accessibility, health benefits, and car-trip substitution potential of e-bikes. Negative themes: e-bike performance issues, driver hostility, and security concerns. buff.ly/Jt5uVt5

Help shape the future of Rouge Park by taking the city of Detroit's short community survey. Only takes 5 minutes. buff.ly/Cc6LBUt

"Whilst we might not have Shinola bikes currently, it doesn't mean they might not be back in the future, as there are a lot of exciting developments to come in 2025 and beyond." www.msn.com/en-us/money/...

“There’s going to be a lot of memorable moments created on that bridge,” he told the Star, referring to the pedestrians and cyclists who will have (toll-free) access to a dedicated multi-use path connecting two countries. windsorstar.com/news/local-n...

Detroit's 76th Mayor was sworn in this morning. "Together, we will work to ensure Detroit’s future is inclusive, equitable and rooted in opportunity for every neighborhood." www.freep.com/story/news/l...

MDOT has proposed a 48-hour limit at their vehicle parking lots. We asked for exceptions at some locations (e.g. Ambassador Bridge carpool lot) to accomodate multi-day bike tourism. Also noted that this limit could be an issue for rail transit users. www.michigan.gov/mdot/travel/...

The State Historic Commission approved our State Historic Marker application for the First Detroit Bicyclist, but suggested a larger marker with the impacts bicycling had on the "Good Roads" movement, women's suffrage & the auto industry. Thanks to DALMAC for their support in making this possible.

The Kresge Foundation I-375 Technical Guidelines are now online. It includes a summary of our 2023 non-motorized design comments on pages 18 & 19. files.constantcontact.com/dd50e71f901/...

"A tremendous amount of work has been done over the last year-and-a-half to position the Conservancy for future success," the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy said. ($) www.detroitnews.com/story/news/l...

Thanks to @mayormikeduggan for making parks, greenways, streetscapes and safer streets a prority in the revitalization of Detroit. The progress has exceeded our expectations. We look forward to continued success with @msmarysheffield. youtu.be/0ZPq5muVMxI?...

Never tire of hearing the Bo and GMOB origin stories. "That's the day I caught the bike flu... basically, it changed my life." #NSFW #GrownMenOnBikes www.youtube.com/live/FHA-vka...

If you missed the Plan Detroit meetings from earlier this month, the recordings are now online. Master Plan Goal #4 - Make it Safer and Easier to Get Around. www.plandetroit.com#Documents

Congrats to @FB4KDetroit as well as the volunteers & sponsors that helped give out 2,811 bikes to Detroit kids in 2025. That's 17,400 over the past 7 years!🙌 mailchi.mp/b439cf0c0153...

Grant application approved for Joe Louis Greenway On-Street Bike & Pedestrian Safety Improvement Projects, including concrete dividers & improved posts on Jos Campau, a raised intersection on Lonyo, wayfinding, & more. pub-detroitmi.escribemeetings.com/filestream.a...

Kwanzaa 5K fun & festive 5K run this Friday Dec 26th 9am at In Harmony Cafe (12051 Dexter Ave). Proceeds go towards Run G.R.I.T programming to Guide Runners Into Toughness. Only $7! Good opportunity to check out the new Dexter streetcsape. www.eventbrite.com/e/kwanzaa-5k...

"As proposed, AV STEP allows the industry near-complete oversight of vehicle design, deployment, operations, and the definition of safety — leaving consumers, riders, and the general traveling public in the dark," says NACTO. ($) www.freep.com/story/money/...

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy's 4th Quarter newsletter is online. 1.9 million visits in 2025! 🎉 www.detroitriverfront.org/inside-the-c...

Boston's new protected bike lanes are “reducing crashes, improving predictability, and expanding mobility options without increasing congestion. Protected bike infrastructure works. This is exactly the kind of evidence-based policymaking our city needs.” www.goodnewsnetwork.org/bostonians-w...

"Through projects such as the Joe Louis Greenway... we work to disrupt conventional narratives about what public space can be and ensure investments reflect community aspirations." @sidewalkdetroit www.citybiz.co/article/7843...

Residents can report unsafe iced over sidewalks using the Improve Detroit platform or by calling their District Manager at the Department of Neighborhoods. www.bridgedetroit.com/dont-get-cau...

The DNR is now accepting job applications for summer park workers, including at Belle Isle. Start with their online interest form. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MID...

Join Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision & the Ecology Center at the Southwest Detroit Bicycle Mobility Event this Saturday Dec 20th 11am-1pm at 4601 Merritt St. Will giveaway 50+ free bikes to residents & 100 FREE MoGo Access Passes. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

157 years ago today, the first Detroiter rode a bicycle. Ben Fletcher was surrounded by a crowd as he tried riding on Jefferson. The Free Press said, "in a short time velocipeding will be all the rage." detroitgreenways.org/detroits-bic...

Last Strong Towns Detroit meeting of the year is tomorrow, Thursday December 18th from 6:30-8pm at the Congregation (9321 Rosa Parks). They will have free food!🍕

We are grateful having partners like American Hearth Assn and others to advocate for equitable health, more specifically for us, Complete Streets. One outcome? This advocacy training video. vimeo.com/1144195430/4...

In-person engagement session on Wed Jan 14 3pm at the IBEW Local 58  (1358 Abbott, Detroit). Focus is to receive input and feedback on how to elevate communities and environmental justice priorities across Michigan. Free pre-registration required. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MID...

Joe Louis Greenway Salsinger Trailhead grant recommended for $168,700. If approved by the legislature & governor, the grant will allow the city to add land to the existing park. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MID...

Policy Link is sunsetting the Transportation Equity Caucus this month after 15 years. The Detroit Greenways Coalition has been a longtime member of this "diverse coalition of organizations promoting policies that ensure access, mobility, and opportunity for all." www.equitycaucus.org

"A bike means freedom and independence, especially in a city where access to transportation is essential." www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2...

Renovated Packard/Kahn factory site proposal includes Detroit's first indoor skate park. "...will provide much needed recreational opportunities, community spaces and jobs on the east side of Detroit." detroitmi.gov/news/mayor-d...

"When doors open, lives change. When we share our streets, our tables, our music, we create a future where no one is left behind." www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KCa...

Bike Bingo Night is TONIGHT at Back Alley Bikes starting at 7pm. Win bike relarted prizes and parts. Just $5 to play. Clothing swap is Sunday, too.

Waymo's self-driving cars are coming to Detroit. We met with them yesterday to discuss bicycle & pedestrian safety -- and how they could help us improve road safety. They're now mapping our city infrastructure with drivers behind the wheel before going driverless sometime in 2026. buff.ly/zg5VUem

Huge thanks to Share Detroit and Vibe Credit Union for their generous $1K donation during their Giving Tuesday event. sharedetroit.org/stories/co-w...

The 2025 Michigan budget had a $2.5 million appropriation for a school zone automated enforcement pilot study. It wasn't spent within the budget timeframe and the House approps cmte just disapproved carrying it over into 2026. ($) www.freep.com/story/news/p...

"The Interstate 375 project is gaining stakeholder support after facing criticism. The new bifurcated approach to the boulevard construction mitigates a number of concerns from stakeholders..." ($) www.crainsdetroit.com/transportati...

Some great news from MTGA! The next Michigan Trails Magazine will once again include Detroit trails. MTGA has connected us with the new publisher so we can help support this.👏 www.detroitnews.com/story/news/l...

District Detroit 2025 Annual Update meeting is tonight, Tuesday Dec 9th at 5:30pm. Both in-person (2277 Woodward Ave) & via Zoom. Interesting map shos pedestrianized Columbia Street & I-75 freeway cap. detroitmi.gov/departments/...

Have you seen the new new lighting on the Southwest Greenway? www.facebook.com/share/p/1ACV...

We met with the DDP Kiosk provider recently and asked for some additions to better support biking. The good news? They now have MoGo on their Transit map.

Our "Looking back on 2025" newsletter post is now online. It includes our selections for a 2025 double-record greatest hits album. detroitgreenways.org/civicrm/mail...

So why does this overbuilt freeway connector between I-75 and Gratiot exist? It was the start of a new freeway along E. Vernor per Detroit's 1946 master plan that was never completed. buff.ly/9q0iWjC

City of Detroit is seeking a sculptor for another Joe Louis statue. This one to "celebrate his life as an equestrian who worked to encourage African Americans to embrace the world of horses." Apps due Dec 30th www.wxyz.com/news/region/...

Mayor Duggan talks about his summer bike ride on the Joe Louis Greenway. youtube.com/shorts/g_WD0...

Latest Gordie Howe International Bridge newsletter is out. Shows US bridge plaza layout. Says multi-use path policy and terms of use is coming soon. gordiehoweinternationalbridge.com/community/ne...

Photos from last night's Hotel at Water Square community meeting. New Second Ave connection between Congress & Yzerman Dr should open in the spring. Has separated bike/ped pathway that connects to RiverWalk. Bike parking also to be installed.

The City of Detroit is creating a Master Plan for Rouge Park that includes a long-term vision for future development, management and improvements. Give your feedback on this short survey. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

We're making progress on our new interactive online map. Please take it for a spin and let us know what can be improved. A survey link is in the map menu. map.detroitgreenways.org/index.php

Our website donation processing through PayPal was *super awkward* so we switched to Stripe. No account is required. If that was an issue for you previously, please give us a second look. Thanks! #GivingTuesday detroitgreenways.org/making-donat...