The purpose of the Bicycle Advisory Committee is to promote BFC bicycling and bicycle safety in the community and to take actions toward improving the Town’s overall Bicycle Friendliness. The Bicycle Advisory Committee is comprised of Town Council representatives and Town residents representing the bicycle community, businesses, schools, Winding Trails and engineers.

Through the committee’s efforts, in May 2014 the Town of Farmington was awarded Bronze Status in the League of American Bicyclist’s Bicycle Friendly Community Program. Farmington was the fourth community in the State of Connecticut to receive this prestigious designation. As part of the review process, the League of American Bicyclists developed a report card and feedback report that the Bicycle Advisory Committee will utilize as a blueprint to further encourage bicycling.

For cycling routes, safety tips, links to local organizations, and more, please read our Bicycle Information Web Page.

2024 Community Survey

Over 200 Farmington residents participated in a survey about bicycling in town.

Many respondents praised Farmington’s trails and bike paths, particularly the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail and Farmington River Trail, calling them "well-maintained" and "a gem of a resource." However, satisfaction with on-road biking conditions was lower. Respondents overwhelmingly called for more bike lanes, better connectivity, and traffic enforcement. Continue reading