Cycling is an efficient form of
transportation that improves a person’s
health and their surrounding
environment, helping to reduce air and
noise pollution over time. However,
cycling comes with its risks, especially in
urban areas, where there is a higher
chance of vehicle-cyclist accidents, not
to mention cyclists coming in contact
with parked vehicles and other
obstructions blocking the bike
lane. Learn what neighboring states are
doing to help create safer outcomes for
all road users.

The Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA) offers STIC Incentive Funding, as
well as technical assistance, to support the
standardization and advancement of
innovative practices. The NJ STIC receives
$125,000 each year and state and local
public agencies in transportation are
eligible to apply.
To be eligible, a project or activity must
have a statewide impact in fostering a
culture for innovation or in standardizing an
innovative practice, and must align with
FHWA’s Technology Innovation
Deployment Program goals. The NJ STIC
will prioritize funding projects and activities
that advance innovations such as the Every
Day Counts (EDC) innovations that are
being promoted by FHWA.
For more information on eligibility and
proposal requirements, please visit: the New
Jersey STIC Incentive Fund webpage.

NJ Local Government Week is a time for
municipalities to encourage civic
education, community collaboration,
volunteerism, and local pride. Through NJ
Local Government Week, the League
hopes to bring awareness to the role local
government plays in achieving the best
life for communities. Invite your schools,
civic groups, businesses, and media to NJ
Local Government Week activities for
citizens of all ages.
To learn how your community can
participate, download materials, and
coordinate with other communities, visit
the NJLM website.

The NJDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Resource
Center (NJDOT BPRC) has issued a
Micromobility Guide for the Garden State,
to help the public enjoy a safer and more
accessible walking and cycling environment.
The Guide summarizes state laws and best
practices for safely riding, charging, and
storing micromobility devices in New Jersey.

The Guide explains the regulations,
characteristics, and transit agency rules for
11 types of micromobility devices, including
traditional bikes, e-bikes, e-scooters,
Segways, roller skates, and more. The Guide
also clarifies how different classes of e-bikes
are regulated under New Jersey laws. Key
device features and regulatory differences
are highlighted in easy-to-understand, onepage “cheat sheets” for each type of device.
You can view the full guide here.

Every year, backover incidents lead to
serious injuries and fatalities in
construction zones and workplaces. These
incidents often happen when drivers lose
sight of people, objects, or vehicles
behind them. That’s why OSHA launched
the #MirrorCheck initiative to raise
awareness and provide resources to help
educate workers and employers in the
construction industry about safety
practices that can prevent backovers and
save lives. Thank you for all you do to
ensure the safety and health of our
nation’s workforce!!