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Springfield earns national recognition for pedestrian safety

Submitted by Brent Hugh on Wed, 10/28/2015 - 3:35pm

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A national organization has recognized Springfield for how "Walk Friendly" it is.

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center has designated Springfield as a bronze Walk Friendly Community according to a release from the city of Springfield. Applicant communities are rewarded when they show a commitment to improving "sustainable walkability and pedestrian safety through pedestrian programs, plans and policies" according to the release.

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Springfield earns national recognition for pedestrian safety
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MoBikeFed comment: Springfield is the second officially designated and recognized Walk Friendly Community in Missouri.

Find out how your community can get onboard with this national program at http://mobikefed.org/walkfriendlymissouri

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