TLC is at the national Rail~Volution conference in Dallas, speaking about strategic campaigns to build support for multimodal transportation. What ideas about rethinking streets, transportation systems, and use of public space had attendees and presenters buzzing on day one?
Archive for tag: Policy
With New Equity Criteria, TAB Selects Transportation Projects for Federal Funding
Did TAB’s first selection under a new scoring system result in more funding for transportation projects that advance social equity? Yes and no.
Safer Road Design a Likely Outcome of Legislative Session
A behind-the-scenes push from TLC and allies led to success at the State Capitol. How a new law opens the door to safer walking and bicycling throughout Minnesota.
Minneapolis Considers Parking Reform for Transit-Oriented Developments
Easing residential parking requirements where good transit is available is common sense.
Texting & Driving: Riskier Even Than Drinking & Driving
Cell phone use has been linked to one of every four crashes. The science behind the dangers of distracted driving.
Metro Transportation Advisory Board Makes Historic Vote for Equity
The new equity criteria TLC staff advocated for do two essential, transformative things, but the ultimate test of the policy change will come next spring.
Northfield Garners National Recognition for Policy to Create Streets that Work for Everyone
Nearly 130 communities across the United States adopted Complete Streets policies in 2012, and Northfield, Minnesota, was one of the best.
An Interview with Ken Rodgers
A TLC board member, Ken works at the State of Minnesota Department of Economic Development (DEED). He is chair of the Minneapolis Disability Committee and...
Love transit, bicycling, and walking? Be active this election season
It’s election season, which means that candidates for all kinds of offices—local to state to US—will be calling you or knocking on your door or filling your...