(Fairbanks, Alaska) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed May 2025 as Alaska Bike Month, recognizing the important role that cycling plays in transportation, recreation, and public health across the state.

From daily commutes to weekend rides, Alaskans increasingly rely on bicycles as a practical and sustainable travel option. To support this growing demand, the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is working to advance safety, access, and connectivity through dedicated infrastructure investments.

“Bike Month is about more than recreation—it’s about creating a transportation system that reflects the way Alaskans live,” said DOT&PF Commissioner Ryan Anderson. “We are building safer routes that help people bike to work, ride with their families, and enjoy the outdoors, whether in rural or urban communities.”

DOT&PF and the Alaska Department of Health are partnering this month to raise awareness about the health benefits of biking and the need for shared responsibility on the road. Pedestrians and cyclists are among the most vulnerable users in Alaska’s transportation system. Promoting safe behaviors—such as slowing down near crosswalks, staying off phones, and yielding to non-motorized users—can prevent injuries and save lives.

Local Event: Fairbanks Bike Path Dedication on May 24
As part of Bike Month, the newly constructed bike path along the Richardson Highway between Airport Way and Badger Road in Fairbanks will be officially named the “Matt Glover Bike Path” during a dedication ceremony on Saturday, May 24. The naming, established by Senate Bill 129, honors the life of Matt Glover, a respected cyclist and community member who was killed during his regular bicycle commute to work between North Pole and Fairbanks. The new path enhances safety and connectivity in the area and serves as a meaningful legacy of cyclist safety advocacy.

The Fairbanks Cycle Club will host a community ride following the 10 a.m. dedication near the Fort Wainwright Visitor Center. Event parking will be available at the U.S. Federal Building and Courthouse and the Morris Thompson Cultural Center. Please be advised that construction may limit access near Fort Wainwright. Additional parking details will be shared on DOT&PF Facebook page closer to the event. 

The department continues to integrate non-motorized facilities into highway projects and pursue stand-alone active transportation improvements, reinforcing its commitment to safe, accessible infrastructure for all Alaskans.

To learn more about the Matt Glover Bike Path Dedication and Ride and to view route maps, visit: www.fairbankscycleclub.org/news

For more information about active transportation in Alaska, visit Active Transportation, Alaska Transportation & Public Facilities

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The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities oversees 237 airports, 9 ferries serving 35 communities along 3,500 marine miles, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.”

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