SRTS Handbook
benefits of Safe Routes to School, assembling a Safe Routes to School team, assessing local sidewalks and roadways, examining policies, determining goals, identifying action steps, tracking progress and more
benefits of Safe Routes to School, assembling a Safe Routes to School team, assessing local sidewalks and roadways, examining policies, determining goals, identifying action steps, tracking progress and more
How to build a team, gather information, maximize outreach, and plan implementation
The Safe Routes Partnership Community Engagement Cards are a collection of arts-based activities that foster community building through creativity. Each activity is designed to spark curiosity, encourage free expression, and engage diverse people in a variety of settings
Poster that can be printed out for an engagement event to encourage participants to share their vision for walking and biking to school
This poster is ideal for engaging parents and students at school events or SRTS team meetings. The tool can print in a large format and allows parents and students to vote (with stickers) for the answers that most resonate with their concerns. Based on the SRTS parent survey questions, this is a great conversation starter
This webinar series can be used to train a new Safe Routes to School team and prepare for the Safe Routes planning process
Forming a Safe Routes to School team is a great way to get started with Safe Routes to School programs or planning
Community organizations can help broaden the reach and impact of Safe Routes to School programs. Non-profits (trail groups, bike clubs, volunteer organizations etc.) Neighborhood Associations Local Businesses Disability Advocates
Local government support is essential for securing funding, implementing infrastructure projects, and leading enforcement efforts. Governments can also enact policies that encourage walking and biking. Elected Officials Parks and Recreation Staff Law Enforcement Local Planners Public Health Professionals Public Works Transportation Engineers Resources for Local Government
Law enforcement in Safe Routes to School Law enforcement agencies are a vital partner to Minnesota Safe Routes to School. By ensuring that traffic laws are obeyed in the vicinity of schools (this includes enforcement of speeds, yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks and proper walking and bicycling behaviors), enforcement increases awareness and reduces the frequency …