Immediate Action Needed to Save Bike-Ped Funding in Florida
In the next few days, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) could swipe millions of dollars from bicycle and pedestrian projects.
Last week, Congress approved $2.2 billion of rescissions from transportation funds. This means that state DOTs must cut projects and hand some money back to the federal government. Bike and pedestrian facilities and programs are likely targets to disproportionately bear the brunt of these cuts. Florida’s portion is $12,633,360!
Don’t let FDOT send crucial federal funding for biking and walking back to Washington, DC!
We ask that you e-mail or call Governor Crist TODAY! The DOT is required to decide by next week what projects and programs will be cut so we need you to take action no later than Friday, August 20! Florida’s amount is $12,633,360!
In particular, ask that funding not be cut from these funding programs that support biking and walking:
- Transportation Enhancements
- Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ)
- Recreational Trails
Let’s flood Governor Crist with calls and e-mails to show the importance of bicycle and pedestrian facilities — and that we’re paying attention! Take action today and pass along this message to all your friends and family.
Visit the League of American Bicyclists Action Center to craft and send a message to Governor Crist NOW!