Baltimore city streets were bustling this morning, not with cars but with cyclists, as residents took two wheels to celebrate National Bike to Work Day. In its 28th year, the event promoted a healthy commute and a commitment to sustainable transport options within the city. According to a press release by the City of Baltimore, Mayor Brandon M. Scott hailed the day as an opportunity to reinforce growing infrastructure to ensure road safety and increase accessibility for all transport modes.
Joined by a roster of city officials and biking advocates, including Chief Administrative Officer Faith Leach and MDOT Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs and Strategy Jawauna Greene, cyclists were encouraged to explore the possibilities of integrating biking into their daily commute.
Baltimore’s DOT Director Veronica P. McBeth highlights that the city boasts nearly 290 miles of biking facilities, making cycling an increasingly feasible and positive means of transportation for residents. The popularity of cycling has swelled, with MDOT MTA Administrator Holly Arnold underscoring the synergy between cycling and public transit in the city, suggesting a move towards a more integrated transport experience for commuters. The dockless shared mobility program has also increased, with over 1.6 million trips mentioned by local departments.
This Day of Bike to Work forms part of the month-long recognition of cycling, known as National Bike Month. The Bike to Work festivities signal a larger environmental and health consciousness that the city aims to foster. "Whether you're a daily rider or dusting off your bike, we invite you to join us for Bike to Work Week 2025," said Mike Kelly, Executive Director of BMC, discussing the benefits of biking for one’s health, wallet, and the environment. On a more poignant note, Jawauna Greene, elaborating on the city’s dedication to its citizens, conveyed, "Riding a bike is an essential way for people to get where they need to go." Both statements come as a reminder of the day’s underlying message, as the City of Baltimore reported.
