BIKENewark Plan
About the Project
Newark is developing BIKENewark, a comprehensive plan aimed at creating a citywide bicycle network that's safe, comfortable, and accessible for everyone. The plan will place a strong emphasis on safety and equity with the aim of boosting the use of bikes for all types of trips and riders. The goal is to improve access to key destinations like work, school, shopping, recreation, and transit within and around Newark, as well as connecting to neighboring and regional bike networks. The BIKENewark plan will drive a range of projects, strategies, and policies, shaping the city's investment in biking infrastructure and programs.
Project Team
- City of Newark
- North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
- Michael Baker International
- WSP
- Mercer Planning Associates
Project Schedule
Fall 2023
- Public Outreach Plan
- Technical Advisory Committee Meeting #1
Winter 2023/24
Winter 2023/24
- Data collection & assessment of bike mobility needs
- Online survey & map
- Focus Groups
- Pop-Up Outreach Events
Spring 2024
Spring 2024
- Draft Proposed Bicycle Network
- Draft Study Findings & Recommendations
- Technical Advisory Committee Meeting #3
- Pop-Up Outreach & Demonstration Project Event
- Virtual Public Meeting
- Draft & Final BIKENewark Plan
Get Involved
We'd love to hear about your biking experiences in Newark and your ideas for making it better. Your input will shape strategies for the bike network and other enhancements to meet Newark’s biking needs.
Survey & Map
Thank you for taking the survey & mapping your ideas to improve biking in Newark!
SURVEY CLOSED
PopUp! Outreach
Stop by one of these upcoming events to chat with us about biking and riding in Newark.
Save the Date!
Saturday, June 1, 11:00 AM - 4:00PM
Krueger-Scott Mansion/Newark Makerhoods
Past PopUps!
Wednesday, Feb 28, 1:30 PM - 5:00PM
NJIT Campus CenterWednesday, Feb 28, 6:00 PM - 8:00PM
Weeqauhic High School GymFriday, March 1, 5:00PM - 9:00PM
First Friday @Express NewarkThursday, March 7, 7:30AM - 10:00AM
Newark Penn StationSaturday, March 16, 9:30AM - 12:00PM
Branch Brook Park (near playground)Saturday, March 16, 1:00PM - 3:30PM
Vailsburg Park (near playground)
No registration required.
Focus Groups
We organized a series of virtual focus groups for organizations serving Newark to share how bike transportation relates to their missions and what matters to their members, clients, or patrons. Focus group participants included: bike & transportation safety advocates, public health organizations, community & neighborhood organizations, and downtown/small business economic development interests.
Public Meetings
Once we have a draft bicycle network and recommendations, we will host a Virtual Public Meeting to get your feedback. The final plan will also be presented at a regularly scheduled Newark Planning Board Meeting.
Stay tuned for more information this Spring…
Stay in Touch!
Visit our website regularly to stay updated on BIKENewark's progress, outreach activities, and study recommendations. Or join our distribution list to receive project news and updates via email.
Project Materials
Project documents will be added here as they become available.
About the City of Newark Department of Engineering
The Department of Engineering prepares, maintains, operates, and repairs the City of Newark's infrastructure. The department is responsible for improvements and enhancements including: roadways, traffic and transportation, municipal parks, and the issuance of all construction permits. Through strategic planning and quality management, we ensure that our facilities provide citizens with favorable and safe living conditions, conserving energy, and improving the quality of life.
About the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
This study is funded in part by a grant from the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA). The NJTPA is the federally authorized Metropolitan Planning Organization for the 13-county northern New Jersey region. Each year, they oversee over $2 billion in transportation improvement projects and provide a forum for interagency cooperation and public input.