The draft plan is off to a strong start, but community input is essential.
Archive for category: Bike & Walk
$6 Million Available for Nonmotorized Transportation & Other Metro-Area Projects
With a January 31 application deadline, this money could be used for bike infrastructure, sidewalks, traffic calming, safe routes for people with disabilities, and other shovel-ready projects.
Transit System Update: Rail, Bus, Bike, Walk
With planning underway in a number of areas around the metro, our region is gradually moving toward a true system of transit, bicycling, and walking.
A Walkable, Bikeable Raymond Avenue
The street improvement project, led by the St. Anthony Park neighborhood, took nearly a decade of planning, advocacy, and public engagement.
Collaboration & planning for bicycle and pedestrian safety
By Barb Thoman, Executive Director Representatives from public health, law enforcement, and local communities, along with bicycle and pedestrian advocates, gathered on September 26 at TLC to...
The Economics of Bicycling
By Whitney Lawrence, Senior Organizer/Membership Engagement This summer, TLC member and allies gathered in Minneapolis to take a closer look at the economics of bicycling. Over 40 people...
Key Takeaways from MnDOT’s Draft State Highway Investment Plan
Public comment period ends July 31. Public hearing July 29 at 4 PM. By Barb Thoman, Executive Director What highway investments will contribute to a prosperous future for...
Bike Backlash Overblown: Despite Opposition, Bike Lanes Prove Their Popularity in New York City
By Jay Walljasper, guest blogger Editor’s Note: Thanks to Jay Walljasper for this new guest blog on the rise of bicycling in NYC, the latest of several cities...
Breaking: Senate Passes Increased Funding for Transit, Bike/Ped, Roads
Update: Bill passes 35-27! Update (8pm): Senate passed amendment but is still debating the transportation finance bill. Late this afternoon on the Senate floor, Senator Melisa...
Update from the Capitol: Senate Introduces a Bill that’s Good for Transit, Bicyclists, and Pedestrians
By Dave Van Hattum, Senior Policy Advocate Supporters of comprehensive transportation funding filled the Capitol Rotunda at a lively rally Wednesday morning. Comprehensive transit /transportation funding bills are...