In communities across the world, there is a growing need and responsibility to provide options that give people the opportunity to bike—to bike more often, to bike to more places, and to feel safe while doing so. The benefits of riding a bicycle-whether for utilitarian or recreational purposes—can be expressed in terms of improved environmental and personal health, reduced traffic congestion, enhanced quality of life, economic rewards, as well as others. It is important to bike and we need to make it easier to bike more often.
Regular bicycling (for exercise or other purposes) carries many health benefits for people of all ages, including: reduced risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, and other chronic diseases; lower health care costs; and improved quality of life. This section will help you to:
- Get inspired to bike
- Bike more safely
- Find a bike route or map
- Find a bike buddy
In Warrenville, the Bicyclists and Pedestrian Commission has developed a plan and the plan and policies have been approved by the City Council. The Commission is actively working to see that bicycle facilities are engineered and updated, that drivers and cyclists are educated regarding laws and responsibilities, and to see that laws are enforced. This is an ongoing activity, and one that is making our city a “bicycle friendly community”.
If you’re interested in more information on bicycling safety and other bicycling issues, visit www.bikelib.org, the website of the League of Illinois Bicyclists.
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