WSDOT seeking bicyclist, pedestrian talliers

The Washington State Department of Transportation is seeking volunteers to tally bicyclists and walkers on local bike trails.

The annual count of bicyclists and pedestrians, now in its ninth year, is to take place Sept. 27-29.

“Folks can sign up for shifts. It's a one to two hour commitment per shift,” said Jef Lucero with WSDOT communications.

The statewide program will tally bicyclists and pedestrians in approximately 60 communities across the state, including Pullman, Spokane, Spokane Valley and Walla Walla, among others mostly located in western Washington.

Lucero said the purpose of the p...