In partnership with a local non-profit bike shop, the Loudoun County Public Schools ‘Congestion Must Go’ (CMG) team developed a bike donation program to provide used bikes to students enrolled at Title I and Title 1-eligible schools. Since late fall 2020, 117 bicycles have been distributed. With availability, more will be distributed by the end of this year. With each bike, students receive a helmet, bike lock, lights, and safety information to provide a complete safety package. Previously focused on minimizing traffic congestion in/around schools, CMG pivoted with the onset of the pandemic and the transition to remote learning for students. Joining with our Safe Routes to School Coordinators, CMG shifted their purpose to pedestrian and bicycle safety. The bike donation program promotes a healthy activity for students while supporting a positive mental outlook. Post-pandemic, full bike safety instruction will be provided at the elementary level through bike rodeos.

<strong>Contact: </strong>

Donna Torraca, Planning Coordinator

<a href="mailto:Donna.Torraca@lcps.org">Donna.Torraca@lcps.org</a>

571-252-1103