NYC: Let's make a difference in our communities.

In July 2020, Bike New York launched Street Action Now!, a new program designed to help New Yorkers get connected with the tools, resources, and information they need to transform their streets. Through supportive assignments, expert guidance, and mediated group discussions with peers from across the five boroughs, Bike New York instructs New York City residents on how to identify and report unsafe streets. We are now accepting applications for third cohort—read on to learn how to apply.

How does it work?

Bike New York will lead a six-week cohort of Street Action Team members in a curriculum of engaging webinars, virtual classes, group discussions, and one-on-one phone chats with sessions held every Tuesday. Webinar topics include:

The relationship between New York City Government, Department of Transportation, and Community Boards
The mechanics of conducting a street audit and how to identify unsafe street conditions
NYC street design solutions that effectively enhance safety for all street users

Participants will complete comprehensive street audits of intersections, sidewalks, and corridors right in their own neighborhoods, providing a solid foundation for independently identifying, prioritizing, and reporting street safety challenges directly to Community Boards. They will learn how to properly document these conditions for presentation and, with expert guidance from Bike New York, develop potential design solutions that represent local priorities.

Class Schedule:
Tuesdays, 12:30PM—1:30PM
Upcoming cohort dates: July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17

Questions & Coffee Social Chat:
Wednesdays, 8:30AM—9AM
Upcoming cohort dates: July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18

Eligible applicants must commit to the full six-week Tuesday class schedule.

Our goal: Creating safer streets for everyone who uses them.

Who will be on the Street Action Team?

NYC residents who care about their community and want to make a difference at the local level. If you’re a denizen of the five boroughs who wants to help us build safer, healthier, and more inclusive streets for all New Yorkers, this program was made for you.

Key Program Dates

Application deadline: Friday, July 2nd

Program Kickoff: Tuesday, July 13

Bike New York will evaluate applications based on geographic dispersion, and priority will be given to representatives of vulnerable communities. Applicants must commit to the full six-week Tuesday class schedule to be eligible.

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