The League of American Bicyclists recognized Prescott with a Bicycle Friendly CommunitySM (BFCSM) Bronze award, joining over 400 communities from across the country. With the announcement of 65 new and renewing BFCs, Prescott joins a leading group of communities, in all 50 states, that are transforming our neighborhoods. Prescott is one of 13 communities in Arizona with this designation.
“This award comes at a time when Prescott is making a real commitment in this regard,” said Prescott Mayor Greg Mengarelli. “We are establishing a permanent Pedestrian, Bicycle and Traffic Advisory Committee to continue to review opportunities to improve our bicycle friendly status.”
“We applaud Prescott and other communities for making bicycling a safe and convenient option for transportation and recreation,” said Bill Nesper, Executive Director at the League of American Bicyclists. “We are encouraged by the growing number of leaders who see bicycling as a way to build more vibrant, healthy, sustainable and connected communities. We look forward to continuing to work with these communities as we move closer to our mission of creating a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone.”
The Bronze BFC award recognizes Prescott’s commitment to improving conditions for bicycling through investment in bicycling promotion, education programs, infrastructure and pro-bicycling policies. The BFC program provides a roadmap to building a Bicycle Friendly Community and the application itself has become a rigorous and an educational tool in itself. Since its inception, more than 800 distinct communities have applied and the five levels of the award – diamond, platinum, gold, silver and bronze – provide a clear incentive for communities to continuously improve.
Citizens can apply for the Pedestrian, Bicycle and Traffic Committee until December 30, 2017. To learn more, go to www.prescott-az.gov/leadership/boards .
To learn more about the BFC program, visit bikeleague.org/community.
Prescott Awarded Bike Friendly Community Status by the League of American Bicyclists
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS — Prescott LIVING Magazine is seeking nominations for 40 Under 40 who are making a difference in their careers and in the community. The Greater Prescott area has many talented young people who are making significant contributions in their professions, in business, the arts, nonprofit organizations, public service, and more. You have the chance to honor them and help us share their stories!![]()
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The nomination deadline is October 1st. If you have any questions please send an email to info@roxco.com.![]()
Criteria for nominees: Must be under 40 years of age by press time, December 1, 2022. Successful in their business and community service. Nominations of public, private and government sector employees, community volunteers, and self-employed individuals are all welcome. Feel free to nominate yourself, too! One nomination per person, please. Resumes or letters are welcome. Thank you!
A great night of music tonight at the Elks! Gregory Harrington will play a concert in the 3rd Floor Crystal Hall in the Performing Arts Center, and Ponderosa Grove has a concert in the main Elks theater at 7:00 PM. It's not too late to get tickets for these great shows! Visit the Elks website for concert and ticket info.![]()
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