Making Cycling Safer in Cleveland

How can we make cycling safer and more efficient in Cleveland?

🔍 About the Project

In this Capstone project, students will investigate the challenges and dangers faced by cyclists in Cleveland and propose innovative, student-driven solutions to make the city more bike-friendly. The project combines research, interviews, design, and advocacy to improve cycling safety and infrastructure.

Possible Focus Areas Include:
  • Mapping hazardous bike routes and identifying risk factors
  • Designing improved bike features
  • Prototyping infrastructure improvements (e.g., signage, barriers, lane markings)
  • Engaging with city planners and advocacy groups

Real-World Relevance

As cycling becomes more popular for commuting and recreation, ensuring safety for all road users is critical. Students will explore how design, education, and policy can work together to reduce accidents and promote sustainable transportation in Cleveland.

Project Deliverables

Phase 1: Research & Community Engagement

Objectives: Students will investigate current cycling conditions and engage with stakeholders to identify major barriers to safety.

  • Interviews: Speak with cyclists, transportation officials, and advocacy groups
  • Surveys: Collect feedback from community members about cycling habits and concerns
  • Route Mapping: Document and analyze unsafe intersections or road segments near theor school site

Phase 2: Solution Design & Advocacy

Objectives: Students will design and test ideas for improving safety

  • Prototypes: Create physical or digital models (e.g., bike features, safety gear, bike lane redesigns)
  • Policy Proposals: Draft and present suggestions to local officials or community groups