摘要: |
This article--adapted from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) report, "The National Bicycling and Walking Study Final Report, Transportation Choices for a Changing America,"--describes bicycling and walking as feasible modes of transportation. Americans readily accept these activities as recreational; however, few people use these modes as regular transportation. The article focuses on the FHWA report, which establishes goals and action plans for a more balanced, multimodal transportation system. A government action plan is prescribed in the report. Government support for bicycling and walking has been demonstrated by the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991. The need for bicycling facilities and safety issues are addressed also. |