Getting “TUFF” on Safety

As part of the MPO’s quest to find new and innovative approaches to increasing the safety of our bicyclists and pedestrians, we continue to look at new technologies and methods being used throughout the nation and the world to improve conditions and create a safer environment for everyone. For example New York City is experimenting with a new system to improve bike lane safety on their busy streets called Tuff Curb, a modular, durable, affordable vertical barrier to protect bike lanes. Read the entire story and explore dozens of other simple and ingenious ways to improve bike/ped safety.