NKC Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

02/27/2026

👇 Check out this educational video on the history of active transportation in KCMO from Heartland Urbanist!

From the long history of the metro’s car-dependency and highway expansion, to the strong efforts toward bus rapid transit (BRT), Vision Zero, and the KC Streetcar, this video provides a great summary of the highs and lows of active transportation policy over time.

Kansas City usually shows up on urbanist channels' “worst of” lists. After all, it has more highway-lanes per person than any other city in America. But Kans...

02/20/2026

We have released findings for our first Community Walk Audit and submitted a formal report to City Hall! 📝

On November 9, 2025, NKC BPAC conducted a Community Walk Audit of North Kansas City’s Fourth Ward, an area divided from the rest of the city by Interstate 29/35.

Our community volunteers found that…
⚠️ An angled crosswalk creates hazards for pedestrians in the River Forest Neighborhood
⚠️ Bus stops lacked boarding pads, benches, or shelters
⚠️ Pedestrian lighting was very dim under the I-29/35 underpass
⚠️ Integral curbs pose as trip hazards near residential intersections

NKC BPAC is actively engaging with the City of North Kansas City to help make improvements in these areas. Want to learn more about our walk audit? Read the complete report using the link in our bio! 📝🔗

01/30/2026

FLEX ROUTE USERS: After March 31, KCATA Route 298 (“NKC Flex”) providing on-demand service within city limits is set to discontinue. Here’s what to know:

➡️ On December 2, 2025, City Council approved a contract for services with GEST, a door-to-door, on-demand transit service.
➡️ GEST provides service to and from NKC, Gladstone, Liberty, Parkville, and Riverside, as well as select Northland healthcare facilities. Fares are $3 per person per ride.
➡️ The City has approved a short-term contract with KCATA to continue flex route service more limited hours through March 31, with the option to renew through the rest of 2026
➡️ To try GEST, book a ride by calling 816-919-4378. For more information, visit gestcarts.com.
➡️ To learn more about the flex route, visit ridekc.org/routes and navigate to Route 298.

💬 We want to know your questions and thoughts on transit options! Send us a DM or comment below, or email us at [email protected].
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12/13/2025

📢 PUBLIC TRANSIT UPDATE 📢

At next Tuesday’s City Council meeting, North Kansas City will consider two ordinances that extend public transit service in North Kansas City. Consider attending the City Council meeting at 6pm to share your support for active transportation in North Kansas City!

See the full agenda using the link in our bio 🔗

11/11/2025

Thank you to the wonderful volunteers who joined us on our first Community Walk Audit on Sunday! 🎉

NKC BPAC members were joined by many community volunteers, including from NKC Health, Clay County Public Health, NKCPD, and State Representative Eric Woods. Thank you all for teaming up for safe streets in NKC!

Walk audits are all-around assessments of the pedestrian environment. This includes reviews of sidewalk conditions and connectivity, intersections and crosswalks, traffic behaviors on nearby roadways, lighting, and much more.

NKC BPAC chose to conduct a walk audit of North Kansas City’s Fourth Ward, as it is largely divided from the rest of the city by I-29/35. This creates many challenges for vulnerable road users going west of the highway to community assets like Macken Park, Save-A-Lot, or City Hall. We also chose this location to assess the walkability near River Forest Park, which will be located in Ward 4 and is scheduled to open in April 2026.

Where would you like to see a walk audit next? 🤔 Use the interest form in the link in our bio to request a walk audit in North Kansas City, and NKC BPAC would be happy to assist!

11/02/2025

🔔 Friendly reminder from your local BPAC! 🔔

Next Sunday, November 9th from 1-3pm, NKC BPAC will be conducting a walk audit of the city’s fourth ward. Walk audits are assessments of the pedestrian environment, including the quality of sidewalks, safety concerns at crosswalks and intersections, and much more.

Interested in joining? Sign up using the link in our bio, or visit bit.ly/walk1109 to register through our Eventbrite link.

Join us next Sunday and help us identify ways to make NKC safe for all road users!

10/28/2025

Halloween is only days away! 🎃 With trick-or-treating around the corner, be cautious and safe when driving this week. Together, we can ensure North Kansas City is safe not just on Halloween, but every day of the year!

Happy Halloween from the NKC BPAC!

10/20/2025

Come visit our table at tonight’s open house! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

TONIGHT! You’re Invited! Help Shape Safer Streets in North Kansas City.

The North Kansas City Comprehensive Safety Action Plan project is in full swing, and we need your input!

Join us for an Open House:
Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Location: Inspire Studio at the YMCA (1999 Iron St, North Kansas City, MO 64116)

Come share your ideas on roadway safety and help us build a safer, more connected community for everyone!

Learn more here: nkc.org/safestreets

10/18/2025

Join us on Sunday, November 9th for our first official event - a walk audit of North Kansas City’s fourth ward! 🚶🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Walk audits are community-led assessments of the pedestrian environment! We will assess sidewalk conditions, stress crossings and intersections, street lighting, traffic behaviors, and more.

Join us as we explore the city and find new ways to improve our streets for all road users!

Swipe ➡️ to explore more information on walk audits, and join us by using the link in our bio!