The Perils of Cul-de-Sac Development
Loads of good stuff today on the Streetsblog Network.
November 5, 2009
There’s Safety in (Bike-Specific) Infrastructure
Today on the Streetsblog Network, Bike Portland looks at a new review of the scientific literature on the relation between bicycle infrastructure and injuries to cyclists, conducted by researchers at the University of British Columbia. While the study points up the need for more data, it finds that dedicated bicycle infrastructure is associated with a lower risk of injury for people on bikes.
November 4, 2009
Demanding Safe Passage for Americans with Disabilities
Navigating the streets and sidewalks of the United States can be a challenge even for an able-bodied pedestrian or cyclist. For people who depend on wheelchairs to get around, the challenges are too often insurmountable -- nearly two decades since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
November 3, 2009
Bike Lanes Everywhere You Look
There's a lot of buzz about bike lanes around the network today.
November 2, 2009
Bringing Farms to the Heartland — of Suburbia
Today on the Streetsblog Network, St. Louis Urban Workshop looks at the concept of "agriburbia" -- a way to bring some meaningful food production to suburban sprawl:
October 30, 2009
In Other Road Users We Trust (Because We Have To)
Let's face it, walking out the door and getting on the road as a user of any transportation mode -- from feet to bike to car -- is an act of faith. To a certain extent, you have to trust the other people out there to follow the rules. Sure, you're always on the lookout for those who are disregarding traffic laws, but if you really thought no one was going to be playing along, you probably wouldn't dare to set foot in the public space.
October 29, 2009
How to Reach Gen Y and Younger
The future of transportation in this country is currently under debate by a bunch of old folks in Washington. But what about those who will live in that future, people now in their 20s and younger?
October 28, 2009
Calling for Your Photos of Work Bikes
There's still time to submit photos for our next slide show. We're looking for pictures of bikes at work -- hauling, delivering, getting the job done. International submissions are definitely welcome.
October 27, 2009
Leaders Need to Lead on Transit Funding
Today on Streetsblog Network member Greater Greater Washington, David Alpert asks the multimillion-dollar question: Why do so many politicians always say we have to "do something" about traffic, but not about transit?
October 27, 2009