Safe Routes to School in Merced: Improving Safety, Access, and Connectivity

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Working document of potential projects.



The City of Merced is preparing an application for the Active Transportation Program (ATP) to develop a citywide Safe Routes to School initiative. This proposed project aims to make it safer and easier for students and families to walk, bike, and roll to school and throughout the community.

As part of this effort, we are assessing school sites and surrounding neighborhoods across the city to identify potential improvements such as sidewalk infill, enhanced crosswalks, ADA-accessible ramps, flashing beacons, and other safety features. The goal is to close connectivity gaps and improve safety for all residents.

Community input is a critical part of this process. Your feedback will help shape the project priorities and strengthen the City’s grant application. We encourage residents, students, and families to participate in upcoming outreach meetings and share their ideas.

Working document of potential projects.



The City of Merced is preparing an application for the Active Transportation Program (ATP) to develop a citywide Safe Routes to School initiative. This proposed project aims to make it safer and easier for students and families to walk, bike, and roll to school and throughout the community.

As part of this effort, we are assessing school sites and surrounding neighborhoods across the city to identify potential improvements such as sidewalk infill, enhanced crosswalks, ADA-accessible ramps, flashing beacons, and other safety features. The goal is to close connectivity gaps and improve safety for all residents.

Community input is a critical part of this process. Your feedback will help shape the project priorities and strengthen the City’s grant application. We encourage residents, students, and families to participate in upcoming outreach meetings and share their ideas.

April 14th Community Meeting at Tenaya Middle School

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night’s Safe Routes to School community meeting. Residents shared valuable input on walkway conditions near schools and discussed potential solutions to improve safety and pedestrian access for students and families throughout our community. Your feedback plays an important role in helping shape a stronger, more competitive grant application.
You can participate by sharing your ideas and feedback on this project site. 


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Page last updated: 20 Apr 2026, 04:20 PM