Active Commute Week returns to West Michigan in June

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Lively Commute Week, an occasion that encourages residents to stroll, bike, carpool or take the bus to work, returns to West Michigan June 16-23.

The occasion is a collaboration between the West Michigan Sustainable Enterprise Discussion board, The Speedy’s West Michigan Rideshare program, and employers all through the Grand Rapids space.

“Lively Commute Week is about getting out of single-passenger autos and connecting with our group in methods which were tough through the pandemic,” stated Daniel Schoonmaker, govt director of the West Michigan Sustainable Enterprise Discussion board. “Public transit, ridesharing and carbon-free modes of transit like biking and strolling assist us see and expertise our neighbors and neighborhoods in methods that may break down limitations whereas decreasing our carbon footprint.”

This yr’s occasion features a staff problem “designed to convey associates, household, neighbors, and colleagues collectively to discover transportation,” in line with a information launch. Collaborating employers and people are invited to register at acwgr.org.

A Blissful Hour Awards wrap-up occasion is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. June 24 at Concord Corridor, 401 Stocking Ave. NW. In line with organizers, the aim of the wrap-up occasion is to acknowledge people, groups and employers for his or her efforts throughout Lively Commute Week.

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