Walk Bike Washtenaw

08/24/2026

"Walking emerged as the dominant alternative transportation method in Ann Arbor, with 13% of commuters traveling to work on foot — the third-highest share among all cities analyzed. That figure nearly doubles the 7.2% of residents who commute by public transportation, which ranked 16th nationally.

"Biking also factored into Ann Arbor’s strong showing, with 2.1% of commuters using bicycles to reach work, ranking eighth among the cities studied. The city earned a Bike Score of 71, ranking seventh, supported by on-street bike lanes and 35.3 miles of shared-use paths."

Gift article:

Ann Arbor ranked higher than Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake City and other big cities.

08/17/2026

The Division Street Bikeway Extension will continue the two-way bikeway from Catherine Street and connect with the multi-use path that crosses the Broadway Bridge.

Public Tours and Open House:

Walking Tour Option 1: August 25 (Tuesday) at 5 p.m., will start at Catherine and Division intersection and finish at Broadway Street.

Walking Tour Option 2: September 11 (Friday) at 1 p.m., will start at Catherine and Division intersection and finish at Broadway Street.

Informational Open House: September 23 (Wednesday) from 5-7 p.m., at the DDA offices (located in the Kerrytown Shops on the 2nd floor, right next to V2V clothing boutique).

More info: https://engage.a2gov.org/division-street-bikeway-extension

07/24/2026

Nice article on local bike support and advocacy groups.

While Ann Arbor has received accolades for its bike infrastructure, local activists believe more can be done to protect those traveling by non-motorized means.

06/30/2026

Walk Bike Washtenaw sent a questionnaire to all Ann Arbor mayor and city council candidates. Here are the responses received:

Walk Bike Washtenaw's mission is to make Washtenaw County a national leader in bicycling & walking by improving facilities, policies, and community support through advocacy and education. Each Ann Arbor city election, we send a survey to city council and mayoral candidates in an effort to illuminate...

06/30/2026

Walk Bike Washtenaw's mission is to make our county a national leader in bicycling and walking safety by improving facilities, policies, and community support through advocacy and education.

Each Ann Arbor city election, we send an apolitical survey to city council and mayoral candidates in an effort to illuminate their perspectives on walking, biking, and overall mobility issues. Their unedited responses are available on our website and via link in the bio.

Early voting in the Michigan primary starts July 25!

06/15/2026

In January 2024, Bologna (pop. 390,000) became the first major Italian city to implement a 30 km/h (

05/08/2026

Today is the day! We’re looking forward to seeing everyone out on the streets!

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05/04/2026

04/10/2026

Please find the following opportunities to attend public open houses regarding potential street changes in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. These projects could significantly impact non-motorized users, including people who walk, bike, or roll.

Ann Arbor: Washtenaw Ave Improvements When: Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 4–7 p.m. Where: Ann Arbor District Library (Lower-Level Program Room)

This open house will cover proposed changes to Washtenaw Avenue between S. University and E. Stadium. Plans may include lane reductions and the addition of either dedicated bus lanes or bike lanes. SUBMIT A COMMENT:

More info, and a link for public comment: https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-outreach/pressreleases/2026/04/02/mdot-open-house-april-16-for-2027-i-94-bl-improvements-in-ann-arbor
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Ypsilanti: Lowell & Huron St. Two-Way Conversion Study When: April 16, 2026 | 5–7 p.m. Where: Arbor Brewing Company – Corner Brewery

This session will explore the feasibility of converting portions of Lowell Street and Huron Street from one-way to two-way traffic, including impacts on and connections to the non-motorized network.

SUBMIT A COMMENT: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8736579/Lowell-and-Huron-Street-Two-Way-Conversion-and-Trail-Connection-Feasibility-Study-Community-Survey

https://cityofypsilanti.com/984/Lowell-and-Huron-St-Two-Way-Conversion-S

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is inviting the public to attend an open house to learn more about the proposed changes and improvements on I-94 Business Loop (BL) (Huron Street and Washtenaw Avenue) from Main Street to East Stadium Boulevard in the city of Ann Arbor.

03/30/2026

Bike to Wherever Day is May 8, 2026. If a business/organization you are affiliated with is interested in being a station host or otherwise supporting Bike to Wherever Day 2026, please fill out this form.

You can use this form to sign up as an organizational participant of Bike to Wherever Day on May 8, 2026. There are several ways in which your organization can participate: Host a Station Your organization/business can provide a location for bicyclists to stop for a break, have a snack, network with...