Safe Routes to School

TENNESSEE NETWORK

Kyle Wagenschutz, Bike Walk Tennessee

Network Partners

Diverse Membership Occupational Geographic Skill set

Multiple Levels of Influence Local vs. State-wide

Community Development

Parks & Rec Officials

University Staff/Students

Healthcare Officials

Transportation Officials

Bike/Ped Advocates

TN NETWORK

Policy/Legislation

2011/2012 Legislative Session Joint Use Agreements: Legislation passed

encouraging schools to open up their facilities, like gymnasiums and tracks, to provide greater access to physical activity. This legislation clarifies that the liability rests with the user not the school system.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety: Revised legislation which broadens the requirement that drivers exercise due care to apply to bicyclists and pedestrians.

Activities

TN Bike Summit Network members lead workshops on various topics

American Heart Association grant Vanderbilt University advancing Joint Use Agreements

Lifesavers Conference TDOT Bike/Ped Coor. & SRTS Advocacy Coor. presenting

TN Dept. of Transportation MAP-21 Network partners providing education/guidance

Success

Medina Middle School Medina, TN

Bike Rodeo 824 students (94% attendance)

Safety gear giveaway Helmet giveaway

Led by police, fire, & school officials

Success

Blythe-Bower ES Cleveland, TN

Bike Rodeo 100+ students

Safety gear giveaway Helmet giveaway

Led by advocates & school officials

Success

Frayser ES Memphis, TN

Pedestrian Rodeo 400+ students

Safety gear giveaway Participatory learning

Led by advocates & city officials