Help Make 28th Street Safer for All Road Users
Changes are coming to 28th Street!
The City of St Petersburg is planning much-needed safety improvements to 28th Street between 13th Ave N and 18th Ave S. In the first phase of the project, the City is planning to add separated bike lanes between 13th Ave. N and 1st Ave. N.
Adding protected bike lanes to 28th Street will bring about a transformative improvement to the safety, livability, and connectivity of the surrounding neighborhoods. Specifically, the project will:
- Calm vehicle speeds along this largely residential corridor, helping to create a more peaceful, predictable environment for all road users. Slower speeds are directly linked to fewer crashes—and when crashes do occur, they are far less likely to result in serious injury or death. In addition, traffic calming will reduce noise pollution, making the street more pleasant for those who live, walk, or bike nearby.
- Provide a safe and accessible route for cyclists, including children, seniors, and less experienced riders. Protected bike lanes offer a physical barrier from moving vehicles, dramatically improving comfort and safety compared to painted bike lanes. This improvement will make biking a viable transportation option for more people.
- Establish a critical connection to the Pinellas Trail, one of the region’s most important multi-use pathways. This connection will extend the reach of the trail deeper into residential neighborhoods, opening up new opportunities for car-free travel to jobs, schools, parks, and local businesses.
- Encourage residents to replace some car trips with bike trips, especially for short errands and commutes. This mode shift not only reduces traffic congestion but also helps lower the community’s carbon emissions, improves public health, and reduces wear and tear on local streets. Over time, fewer cars on the road will mean fewer crashes and a safer, healthier neighborhood for everyone.
In short, protected bike lanes on 28th Street are not just a transportation upgrade—they are an investment in public safety, environmental sustainability, neighborhood vitality, and equitable access to mobility.