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Florida Bicycle Month

Florida Bicycle Month, celebrated in March of each year, is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encourage more people to try bicycling. In recognition of Florida Bicycle Month, the MPO Governing Board adopts a Florida Bicycle Month Proclamation yearly at the March board meeting. The MPO encourages Palm Beach County municipalities to adopt a Florida Bicycle Month Proclamation (Template). For Bicycle Safety information, visit FDOT.gov/AgencyResources.

National Bike Month

National Bike Month is celebrated every May, promoting the many benefits of bicycling and inspiring more people to try it. Whether it’s for fitness, commuting, or recreation, National Bike Month highlights how biking can positively impact both individuals and communities. Learn more about ways to get involved at BikeLeague.org/Events/Bike-Month.

Walk, Bike & Roll to School Days 

Walk, Bike & Roll to School Days encourage students and families to choose active transportation for their school commute. Bike & Roll to School Day occurs every May during National Bike Month, while Walk & Roll to School Day is celebrated in October. Held each spring and fall, these events promote safe, healthy habits while building a sense of community. For more information, visit WalkBiketoSchool.org.

Walk Friendly and Bicycle Friendly Community Designations

The MPO encourages local governments to pursue Bicycle Friendly Community designations. The MPO also encourages local businesses to pursue Bicycle Friendly Business designations as well as local colleges and universities to pursue Bicycle Friendly University designations.

 

To apply to be a BFB, visit the Bicycle Friendly Business website. The deadline to apply is March 10, 2026.

To apply to be a BFC, visit the Bicycle Friendly Community website. The deadline to apply is June 17, 2026.

To apply to be a BFU, visit the Bicycle Friendly University website. The deadline to apply is August 2026. 

Bicycle Facilities Flyer
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  • Avoid cycling on sidewalks and watch for vehicles turning left or right, and entering or existing parking spaces and driveways – they may be looking for their next move and not see you.
  • Use hand signals to indicate your next move (stop, left turn, right turn). Now you can officially point to the right for right turns instead of relying on a drivers memory to know the other hand signal.
  • Tips for the beginner cyclist:  A few tips to help the beginner cyclist get on the road (CentralFLSports) YouTube.
  • Tips for the experienced cyclist:  “5 critical bicycle skills in 5 minutes” for the moderately-experienced cyclist (Global Cycling Network) YouTube
  • It’s safest to walk on a sidewalk, but if you must walk in the street, you should legally walk facing traffic.
  • At night, increase your visibility by carrying a flashlight and wearing light-colored or reflective clothing.
  • Transit users should cross at legal crossings behind the bus to avoid crashes – drivers cannot see in front of the vehicle if you step out into traffic.
  • Stay alert in parking lots or around driveways – drivers may be more focused on their destination and not watching for you.