New accessibility measures consider the ways expanded transportation options (transit, bicycling, walking, carpooling) and land use decisions (greater density, mix of uses) can achieve the same outcome—getting to destinations—via shorter trips and via modes that use less road capacity.
Archive for tag: Bike Walk Twin Cities
Winter Cycling Congress Affirms Bicycling Is More than Riding a Bike
In the midst of a serious snowstorm, the 2016 Winter Cycling Congress was held in the Twin Cities—and the US—for the first time ever. One big theme stood out for TLC staff. But if bicycling is more than riding a bike, what is it?
Victory Neighborhood Celebrates Long-Awaited Pedestrian Improvements
Aided by a Bike Walk Twin Cities planning grant, a complex intersection in North Minneapolis has a safer, more community-oriented design.
Envisioning the Future of Franklin Avenue
What would make this part of Minneapolis more livable and more vibrant? What would make it easier and safer for people of all ages and abilities to get around? Community members speak out in a new video.
Sunday on the Southern Connector
With funding from Bike Walk Twin Cities, a new bicycle boulevard connects Minneapolis and Richfield. Nearly five miles long, this north-south route is a good fit for both recreational and commuter riding.
New Bike Boulevard Among Projects Opening this Summer
Hoping for more bike and pedestrian improvements in the Twin Cities area? You're in luck! First up: a Nordeast bike boulevard that's almost ready to ride.
Remembering a Transportation Champion
With the passing of Congressman James Oberstar, a look back on his leadership and legacy for multimodal transportation.
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...
Transit, Bicycling, and Walking in the News
stories from last week that you might have missed Feb 26-March 2, 2012 Bicycling Chicago: Minneapolis one of four pilot locations [aka, Bike Walk Twin...
Jefferson Avenue: A Project in Context
From Hilary Reeves, Communications Manager My employer, Transit for Livable Communities (TLC), awarded funds to a project along Jefferson Avenue in Saint Paul. The project...