06/11/26 Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The Town of Fairfield Connecticut Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee met on June 11, 2026, to discuss various initiatives related to pedestrian and bicycle safety and infrastructure. Key procurement-related topics included the Health Department's plan to apply for a $5,000 MetroCOG mini grant to support the Fairfield Safe Streets Alliance with giveaways such as pedestrian lights and bike reflectors. The committee also discussed a $350,000 planning grant awarded to the town for the Safe Streets for All project, aimed at creating a safety action plan with a deliverable due in September. Additionally, the committee highlighted the availability of $5,000 micro grants from CT DOT for active transportation projects, such as bike racks at schools, with encouragement for schools to apply. Members were urged to provide feedback on temporary demonstration projects involving traffic calming measures and bike lanes, and to participate in upcoming public meetings related to bike lane striping and safety improvements. The meeting also covered educational efforts around e-bike safety and helmet use, as well as potential future funding and community engagement opportunities through local running stores and road races to support the Greenway trail.