Madison police have found another cord strung across a Madison bike path. The cords pose a serious safety hazard, particularly for cyclists.
Biking
Observatory Drive to fully close near Veterinary Medicine, August 15-19
Observatory Drive will temporarily close in both directions near the Veterinary Medicine construction site. This closure will significantly limit options for thru vehicle traffic between the east and west sides of campus. It will also impact travel for in- and outbound traffic and cause Metro Transit detours.
North Park Street, Walnut Street construction impacts starting week of July 11
Two new construction projects — North Park Street at Observatory Drive and Walnut Street at Observatory Drive — will impact campus travel over the next several weeks.
More campus roadway closures beginning June 6; Observatory Drive closure June 11-13
Multiple construction projects will cause additional lane closures and detours impacting pedestrians, bicycles, buses, and vehicles traveling to, from, and on the UW-Madison campus throughout the summer months.
Events and bike resources for Madison Bike Week – June 5-11
Learn about local and regional Bike Week events and bike resources available to the UW-Madison campus community and visitors.
Road closures and detours starting the week of May 16
Upcoming construction projects will cause lane closures on Charter Street, Walnut Street, and University Avenue/University Bay Drive. The closures impact vehicles, bicycles, buses, and pedestrians traveling to and from campus.
New BCycle stations installed across UW–Madison campus
Eight new BCycle stations are being added to locations on the UW–Madison campus. Find a bike kiosk near you, and learn more about membership discounts for UW students and employees.
League of American Bicyclists courses to be hosted in May and June
UW Transportation Services will host the League of American Bicyclists courses Smart Cycling: Traffic Skills 101 (May 21) and League Cycling Instructor Seminar (June 10-12). These events will take place at the WARF building, 610 Walnut St., Room 132.
Construction impacts affect traffic and pedestrian routes near Charter St. and Lathrop Dr.
Expect motor vehicle, transit, and cycling detours as Charter Street near Chamberlain Hall will close through late January. A section of western Lathrop Street closes December 20, meaning no thru traffic on the road.
UW-Madison earns Best Universities for Commuters designation
UW-Madison has been recognized as one of the nation’s Best Universities for Commuters. The designation is given by Best Workplaces for Commuters, a program operated by the Center for Urban Transportation Research.