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VBF Scores Major Win for New Bike and Ped Projects

image On November 19th, the Virginia Bicycling Federation (VBF) claimed a well deserved victory for the future of the state’s active transportation network. Major funding was unanimously approved by Virginia’s Commonwealth Transportation Board where bike and pedestrian projects will be a priority. According to VBF, funding will be focused on the following categories:

• Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety and Education
• Landscaping and Scenic Beautification along Corridors
• Preservation of Abandoned Railway Corridors for Conversion to Trails (rails to trails and rails-with-trails)
• Rehabilitation of historic transportation buildings, structures and facilities
• Acquisition of scenic or historic easements and sites, including historic battlefields

Bike advocates and VBF addressed the Board in support of these changes and will continue to be active in ensuring the implementation of these core transportation projects. To learn more about VBF and upcoming projects visit www.vabike.org