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National Safety Month
June is National Safety Month, serving as an important reminder that decisions made on the road can help prevent crashes and save lives. Whether driving, walking, biking, riding a motorcycle, operating a commercial vehicle, or teaching a teen safe driving habits, practicing safe behaviors contributes to safer roads for everyone. The National Coalition for Safer Roads (NCSR) has compiled practical safety tips for all road users in its latest National Safety Month blog, and we encourage the community to read and share these important safety messages.
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National Bike Month Recap
May was National Bike Month, a nationwide celebration of the health, safety, and environmental benefits of bicycling. Throughout the month, communities across the country participated in events encouraging active transportation, including Bike & Roll to School Day, Bike to Work Week, and Bike to Work Day. The MPO joined the celebration at the Boca Raton Bike Rodeo, promoting bicycle safety to young cyclists. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported National Bike Month. To learn more about National Bike Month and year-round bicycling resources, visit BikeLeague.org.
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Autonomous Vehicles Conference
MPO Governing Board Chair and Boca Raton City Council Member, Yvette Drucker, along with Deputy Director of Multimodal, Brian Ruscher, participated in the Autonomous Vehicles Conference in Boca Raton. They served as panelists for the session, “Regulation, Risk, and Responsibility in Autonomous Transit,” where they shared their expertise and insights on the evolving future of autonomous transportation. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of the important conversations helping shape the future of mobility.
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Boca Raton Bike Rodeo
The MPO participated in the 2nd Annual Boca Raton Bike Rodeo in celebration of National Bike Month. During the event, staff shared bicycle safety information with attendees while young cyclists received helmet fittings, completed interactive riding courses, developed their biking skills, and learned important safety practices, including how to safely cross railroad tracks while riding a bicycle.
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E-Bicycle and Golf Carts Webinar
Last week, the MPO hosted a webinar on e-bicycles and golf carts focused on recent legislative updates, safety considerations, and best practices for the operation of e-bicycles, golf carts, and low-speed vehicles. The session provided guidance for local governments, law enforcement, and the public, while also highlighting available resources and tools to support safe operation and effective policy implementation. To view the webinar recording, visit Youtube.com/@PalmBeachMPO.
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5-E Toolkit
The MPO launched the 5-E Toolkit, a new resource designed to help local governments, organizations, and community partners advance transportation safety initiatives. The toolkit provides guidance, best practices, and resources organized around the five E's of transportation safety: Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, and Evaluation. Explore the toolkit at PalmBeachMPO.org/5EToolkit.
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Miami-Dade TPO Safe Streets Cinema
The Miami-Dade TPO Bicycle Fatalities and Injuries Reduction Task Force will host “Safe Streets Cinema” on June 25, 2026, at the James L. Knight Center, featuring screenings and panel discussions focused on improving bicycle and pedestrian safety in Southeast Florida. Palm Beach MPO Governing Board Chair, Council Member Yvette Drucker, will participate as a panelist alongside transportation leaders, policymakers, and global experts.
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Bicycle Friendly Community Designations
The Village of Wellington and the City of Boca Raton have been named designated Bicycle Friendly Communities by the League of American Bicyclists. This recognition highlights the commitment to expanding transportation and recreational options that serve residents of all ages and abilities while supporting healthier and more sustainable ways to get around.
The Bicycle Friendly America program provides communities, businesses, and universities with assistance in building more bicycle-friendly places.
Bicycle Friendly America Program Deadlines:
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Walk Friendly Communities
A Walk Friendly Community is a local municipality recognized for its commitment to enhancing walkability and pedestrian safety through comprehensive programs, plans, and policies. Communities apply to the program to earn this recognition.
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Strategic Highway Safety Plan Update
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is seeking your input to help shape the 2026 Strategic Highway Safety Plan. This plan aims to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on Florida's roadways. Your feedback will play an important role in working towards zero fatalities. Share your thoughts and contribute to the future of highway safety in Florida!
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Target Zero Resources: Target Zero was established in the Strategic Highway Safety Plan to provide a framework for how Florida’s communities work to achieve the national vision of zero fatalities and serious injuries.
Safe Mobility Coalition Resources: Whether you are an older adult, family member caregiver, aging service provider, or safety advocate, you will find helpful educational materials and information to help improve the safety, access, and mobility of Florida's aging road users.
E-Bike Resources: The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is advancing research on e-bikes to better understand trends and impacts, and how jurisdictions around the country are managing them.
Best Workplaces for Commuters: A resource guide that provides detailed summaries of benefits for employers participating in the Best Workplaces for Commuters program.
Interactive Walkability Tool: Explore America Walks’ Interactive Walkable Land Use Tool to see how many people in your state or city live in walkable areas and view demographic trends.
Crash Reporting Toolkit: A resource that provides guidance on using accurate, responsible language when describing traffic crashes to support a safer, unbiased transportation system.
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Palm Beach Metropolitan Planning Organization
301 Datura St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561-725-0800
Info@palmbeachmpo.org
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Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals are requested to telephone the Florida Relay System at #711. For complaints, questions, or concerns about civil rights or nondiscrimination; to request special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or to request translation services at least five business days prior to a meeting (free of charge); please contact the Palm Beach TPA at Info@PalmBeachMPO.org or 561.725.0800.
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