Advisory Board

Board Mission

The CT Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board seeks to achieve full integration of walking, bicycling, and transit use into Connecticut's transportation system consistent with principles of public safety, convenience, connectivity, human health, context-sensitivity, equity, aesthetics, and a sustainable environment that make our communities vibrant places to live and enjoy.

Board Goals

To advance the inclusion of non-motorized transportation design elements in state and
municipal road building projects as well as in both public and private development and
redevelopment projects.
Support and encourage pedestrian and bicycle connections between neighborhoods,
commercial areas, employment centers, schools, state and municipal parks, and other
designations serving the community.
Integrate and connect the pedestrian and bicycle system with other transportation systems
(roads, rail, bus, etc.).
Support government policies and funding initiatives that favor transit and non-motorized
transportation.
To facilitate the implementation of the Complete Streets Law.

Related Statutes

Sec. 13b-13a. Connecticut Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board.

(a) There is established a Connecticut Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board which shall be within the Department of Transportation for administrative purposes only.

(e) The duties of the board shall include, but not be limited to, examining the need for bicycle and pedestrian transportation, promoting programs and facilities for bicycles and pedestrians in this state, and advising appropriate agencies of the state on policies, programs and facilities for bicycles and pedestrians.

Other related statutes relating to the Complete Streets bill are located via the following link:
Sec. 13a-153f. Accommodations and provision of facilities for all users.