City of Springfield Seeks Bicycle Friendly Community Status
The City of Springfield is once again seeking national recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) through the League of American Bicyclists. This designation evaluates and celebrates communities that are building safer streets and better biking networks to make bicycling a real transportation and recreation option for all. Springfield earned a Bronze designation in 2018 and is now reapplying, intending to upgrade its status to a Silver designation.
The City submitted its 2025 BFC application earlier this summer. This process served as a valuable opportunity for reflection and development. It allows the City to showcase what has been accomplished and determine the next steps to make Springfield safer and more welcoming for people who bike. To support the League’s review process and gather meaningful community insight, the City is partnering with the League to distribute a public survey.
Community input needed: complete the survey by October 5
The League of American Bicyclists is inviting all residents and those familiar with biking in Springfield to complete the public survey now available through Sunday, October 5, 2025. The survey is a key part of the League’s evaluation process and provides valuable feedback directly to the City.
BFC public survey links:
- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BFC_2025 – English
- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SpringfieldOR_BFC25esp – Spanish
The League of American Bicyclists will announce BFC awards in December 2025, with the City receiving feedback and survey results in advance. The results will guide future transportation planning, community engagement, and infrastructure investments.
Background on bicycle friendly community program
Springfield first earned a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community designation in 2018. Cities must reapply every few years to retain their status and may qualify for a higher award level based on progress. The League of American Bicyclists evaluates applications across five main categories:
- Equity & Accessibility
- Engineering
- Education
- Encouragement
- Evaluation & Planning
Bicycle highlights since 2018
Springfield has made considerable strides in bicycle infrastructure, education, and planning, including:
- Expanding PeaceHealth Rides bike-share service in downtown and surrounding areas
- Upgrading bike parking at 13 Springfield Public Schools
- Constructing a bike skills course and installing fix-it stations at Arrow Park by the Willamalane Park & Recreation District
- Eliminating motor vehicle parking minimums and improving bike parking standards
- Expanding bicycle education programs by the Springfield Public School District’s Safe Routes to Schools Program
- Enhancing infrastructure like flashing crossings, path connections, and mountain bike trails
Major projects currently underway include:
- Mill Street Reconstruct – adding separated bike facilities
- Virginia-Daisy Bikeway upgrades – improved crossings and a new bikeway segment
- Franklin Boulevard Phase 2 – continuing separated bike lanes
- Bike Parking Upgrades – installation of 146 racks and three covered shelters
- Development of Walk and Roll Springfield: Active Transportation Plan
To request an accommodation of the survey, please contact Michael Liebler at 541-736-1034, Relay: 711, or mliebler@springfield-or.gov.
Cover photo credit: Delene & Co.
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