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fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago
SF politics

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

fromGothamist
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Friday Video: A Master List of All The Reasons Why Car Domination Sucks - Streetsblog USA

Resisting mass forced car dependency is crucial due to the numerous harms of automobility.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago
New York City

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Transportation stakeholders give Mamdani high marks on streets agenda, but more work to be done on buses | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani prioritizes transportation improvements, focusing on faster buses and safer streets, but faces challenges in implementing fare-free bus service.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Transportation stakeholders give Mamdani high marks on streets agenda, but more work to be done on buses | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani prioritizes transportation improvements, focusing on faster buses and safer streets, but faces challenges in implementing fare-free bus service.
#autonomous-vehicles
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
12 hours ago

UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding | Computer Weekly

Eight studies on autonomous vehicles in the UK received funding to accelerate connected and automated mobility services.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
12 hours ago

UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding | Computer Weekly

Eight studies on autonomous vehicles in the UK received funding to accelerate connected and automated mobility services.
#urban-design
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 hours ago

Mountain View to replace downtown parking lot with hotel - San Jose Spotlight

A developer is set to transform two downtown parking lots into a hotel and office development, potentially generating significant revenue for the city.
#grand-army-plaza
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
15 hours ago

New Plan Announced to Limit Traffic Around Grand Army Plaza

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes transforming Grand Army Plaza into a pedestrian plaza to enhance safety and public space.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
4 hours ago

Check out this car-free Grand Army Plaza redesign proposal

A proposal aims to redesign Grand Army Plaza by banning cars from part of it and reconnecting the arch to Prospect Park.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Mamdani, NYC DOT unveil proposed redesign for Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza

Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while connecting to Prospect Park.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
15 hours ago

New Plan Announced to Limit Traffic Around Grand Army Plaza

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes transforming Grand Army Plaza into a pedestrian plaza to enhance safety and public space.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
4 hours ago

Check out this car-free Grand Army Plaza redesign proposal

A proposal aims to redesign Grand Army Plaza by banning cars from part of it and reconnecting the arch to Prospect Park.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Mamdani, NYC DOT unveil proposed redesign for Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza

Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while connecting to Prospect Park.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 hours ago

Concerns mount that Bishop jet expansion could restrict new housing on the waterfront | CBC News

Coun. Josh Matlow expressed concerns about the potential impact of the airport expansion on housing supply, stating, 'If we need smaller buildings on the islands, what will the ability be to actually create these affordable housing projects?'
Canada news
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
8 hours ago

Vision I-980: architects and engineers compete to design the future of the highway

Architecture and engineering firms must submit proposals for the Vision I-980 project, focusing on redesigning the I-980 highway.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
5 hours ago

Oakland Airport Plans a Big Expansion. Environmental Groups Want to Hit Pause | KQED

East Oakland faces severe health risks from pollution due to airport operations and industrial activities, impacting predominantly Black and Latino communities.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
#public-transit
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
9 hours ago

San Jose residents rally to save railroad trestle - San Jose Spotlight

"San Jose was an agricultural wonderland. They called it the Valley of Heart's Delight, and most of it has been paved over and turned into high tech now. But this is a connection to our past."
California
fromwww.businessinsider.com
12 hours ago

I moved to a small Midwestern city for a job. Although I miss my fast-paced life on the East Coast, I'm surprisingly happy.

Growing up, I expected to live the fast-paced life of a performer. I'm a Jersey girl with a New York City spirit. My dreams were set on being a principal actor on Broadway.
NYC music
#toronto
London food
fromwww.cbc.ca
19 hours ago

Church Street plan could make The Village pedestrian-friendly this summer | CBC News

Church Street in Toronto's Church-Wellesley neighbourhood may become a car-free zone this summer, enhancing pedestrian space and community activities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Toronto finally has funding for Waterfront East LRT, but city could be on the hook if project goes over budget | CBC News

Toronto secures funding for Waterfront East LRT, but will bear any cost overruns, raising concerns about financial responsibility.
London food
fromwww.cbc.ca
19 hours ago

Church Street plan could make The Village pedestrian-friendly this summer | CBC News

Church Street in Toronto's Church-Wellesley neighbourhood may become a car-free zone this summer, enhancing pedestrian space and community activities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Toronto finally has funding for Waterfront East LRT, but city could be on the hook if project goes over budget | CBC News

Toronto secures funding for Waterfront East LRT, but will bear any cost overruns, raising concerns about financial responsibility.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
19 hours ago

The world ditched wasteful toilets, the US stayed behind

Toilet flushing methods in the US and Europe differ significantly, impacting water conservation efforts amid increasing water scarcity concerns.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
19 hours ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Brooklyn

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

fromFOX 5 New York
15 hours ago
Brooklyn

Mamdani proposes redesign of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza to boost safety

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza redesign prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reducing vehicle access, creating new public space.
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Brooklyn

NYC DOT hopes to connect Grand Army Plaza's Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch with Prospect Park

The Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while improving traffic flow.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 day ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes redesigning Grand Army Plaza to eliminate car traffic and enhance pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
15 hours ago

Mamdani proposes redesign of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza to boost safety

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza redesign prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reducing vehicle access, creating new public space.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

NYC DOT hopes to connect Grand Army Plaza's Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch with Prospect Park

The Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while improving traffic flow.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.
#commuting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
Remote teams

Affordable housing is to blame for your long and costly commute

Increased average commute times in the U.S. are impacting personal time and are approaching pre-pandemic levels.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
San Francisco

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Deadlines, 1bn budget and home demolitions: What comes next after the Galway City Ring Road approval?

The decision on the Galway project has mixed reactions, with hopes to reduce traffic but concerns over environmental impact and costs.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Opinion | The Affordable Car Is Dead. What Happened?

The affordability of cars has drastically declined, making ownership a financial burden for many Americans.
NYC food
fromIslands
1 day ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, currently experiencing a resurgence.
Silicon Valley
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Elon Musk Says He Could Definitely Build a Public Transit System Better Than Anything In China If He Tried

Elon Musk claims the Boring Company could build a Hyperloop tunnel from SF to LA for less than 5% of California's high-speed rail cost.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: Mercury Transportation Issue Drops and Broadway Bridge Reopens? In the Same Week? Curious. - Portland Mercury

A Northeast Portland drug treatment facility closed, affecting nearly 50 women, while local news covers transportation issues and a lawsuit against PacifiCorp.
Pittsburgh Steelers
fromWPXI
5 days ago

PPG, Highmark among firms advising remote work as Draft brings road closures

Major employers in Pittsburgh are advising employees to work remotely during the NFL Draft week due to expected traffic and road closures.
Media industry
fromStreetsblog California
5 days ago

60 Minutes Review of High-Speed Rail: A Lukewarm Look at the Project - Streetsblog California

CBS' 60 Minutes segment on high-speed rail in California lacked depth and sensationalism, failing to capture the project's progress and challenges.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Public health
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Need To Kill Cross Bronx Widening Plan Is Obvious Amid Slight Congestion Pricing Pollution Uptick - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul has delayed a decision on widening the Cross Bronx Expressway due to concerns over increased pollution in the Bronx.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture can no longer be conceived as an isolated object, detached from the technical networks that sustain contemporary life. This condition calls for new readings and approaches.
Design
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
19 hours ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
California
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

California weighs state-backed loans for downtown housing towers

California has enacted laws to increase housing density and affordability, particularly near public transit, aiming to revitalize urban areas post-pandemic.
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

OpEd: Separating Substance from False Solutions, E-bike and E-moto Activity in Sacramento - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 has received the most favorable press, based on the understanding that the e-bike problem is actually an e-moto problem. The ruckus and ER visits are not caused by pedal-assist class 1 and 3 e-bikes, but by throttle devices that often fail to cut off at 20 mph, leading to safety concerns.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
5 hours ago

Expect Weird Traffic This Weekend as Section of I-80 In San Francisco Will Be Closed For Two Days

I-80 will be closed for 55 hours this weekend, causing significant traffic disruptions in San Francisco.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
10 hours ago

Tired of frivolous' landmark attempts, Berkeley council members want to raise bar for petitions

Berkeley City Council is considering raising the petition signature threshold for landmark designation to address concerns over blocking housing development.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
15 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

600m 'Fingluas' extension can go ahead after legal actions by local businesses settled

The High Court on Monday, Judge Richard Humphreys made orders on consent striking out the cases brought by various businesses, including the owners of the Manhattan Peanuts factory on McKee Avenue in Finglas.
London food
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

How the government is getting tough on UK councils over pothole failures

Funding for local road maintenance is contingent on councils demonstrating effective spending to avoid losing significant financial support.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Circularity Cements Memory in Cast Concrete

True ingenuity in architecture lies in negotiation with the past rather than erasure, as demonstrated by the Trace project in London.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Troubled waters: Will Hammersmith Bridge ever reopen?

Hammersmith Bridge faces a funding deadlock for repairs, with costs reaching £250 million and no clear resolution in sight after seven years.
Environment
from99% Invisible
1 week ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
Austin
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
#zohran-mamdani
fromHell Gate
1 day ago
NYC politics

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
fromGothamist
2 days ago
New York City

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

Caltrans and Alameda Officials Celebrate Launch of Nimitz Freeway Widening Project Through Oakland's Chinatown - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Oakland-Alameda Access Project aims to widen freeways, raising concerns about increased traffic and emissions in Chinatown.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
19 hours ago

Santa Monica launches $56m zero-emission bus program targeting infrastructure for 195 e-buses - Sustainable Bus

Santa Monica invests $56 million to expand zero-emission bus infrastructure and fleet capacity, aiming for full electrification by 2032.
New York City
fromStrongtowns
1 day ago

New York City and the Myth of a Balanced Budget | Strong Towns

New York City faces a significant budget gap despite its economic success, raising questions about the nature of the financial issues at hand.
#public-transportation
fromGothamist
2 days ago
New York City

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
fromAdirondack Almanack
1 day ago

NYSDOT announces recognition for emergency bridge projects

"This recognition is a testament to the talent, dedication, and 'can-do' spirit of the professional staff on the NYS Department of Transportation's team," Commissioner Dominguez said. "From bridge strikes in the capital region to catastrophic flooding in the Adirondacks, our team members work tirelessly to restore traffic and critical infrastructure-safely and quickly-with modern and resilient structures along these vital corridors within New York State."
Brooklyn
Boston
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How to Tell the Story of a Highway Teardown - Streetsblog USA

Ian Coss's podcast 'The Big Dig' explores Boston's highway teardown project, and his Highway Teardown tour examines similar infrastructure reimagining efforts across twelve American cities.
New York City
fromCurbed
6 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
fromwww.bxtimes.com
5 days ago

Governor Hochul announces congestion pricing is funding air quality improvements at Hunts Point Market Bronx Times

Congestion pricing has been a once-in-a-lifetime success story, leading to cleaner air, better transit and faster and safer traffic throughout the city. We knew that to do this right, we had to bring real air quality improvements directly to parts of New York City that have been neglected for far too long.
New York City
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
5 days ago

New center-running bus lanes coming to Flatbush Avenue in Downtown Brooklyn

Construction on Flatbush Avenue will enhance bus speed and safety for 132,000 daily riders through new center-running bus lanes.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Upper West Siders Beg DOT For A 'Low-Traffic Neighborhood' - Streetsblog New York City

Community Board 7 seeks to implement low-traffic neighborhoods to reduce pollution and improve quality of life on residential streets.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NYC to resume construction on Flatbush Avenue bus lanes later this month

The NYC DOT is resuming construction on bus lanes along Flatbush Avenue to improve transit speed and safety for riders.
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
1 week ago

Rebuilding Place in the Urban Space

Siloed transit planning hinders effective connections between projects like IBX and Penn Station Access, limiting regional transit network potential.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
4 weeks ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The DOT's new beautification council could Trumpify U.S. transportation infrastructure

A new DOT council will push classical architectural aesthetics into U.S. transportation infrastructure design and advisory recommendations.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

What the 'Abundance' Agenda Could Mean For Equitable Transportation - Streetsblog USA

The new "abundance" agenda can deliver a wealth of equitable transportation options - but only if its proponents recognize how our glut of highways has contributed to the "scarcity" they say they hope to tackle, advocates are saying.Inspired by the Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson's book of the same name, "abundance" became a political buzzword across America in 2025, inspiring a universe of think-pieces and justification for a raft of deregulatory policy proposals.
US politics
Public health
fromBloomberg.com
2 months ago

New York City's Worst Highways Can Lead Somewhere Better

Residents of Los Sures face ongoing harmful noise and air pollution from the Roebling Street onramp that burdens playgrounds and public spaces.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

The impact of road signs on economic development

When routes are well organized, there are clear directional signs, and speed limits become reasonable. The early installation of warning signs allows transport companies to plan deliveries more accurately and avoid delays. For businesses, time is money. When a truck carrying goods does not spend hours detouring due to an unclear traffic scheme or stuck in traffic where it could have been avoided thanks to competent traffic management, fuel costs, driver wages, and vehicle maintenance costs are reduced.
Alternative transportation
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The 'time is money' mantra is a terrible starting point for planning and designing infrastructure

Using productivity and time-as-money frameworks to justify transportation planning decisions is economically flawed and oversimplifies the complex nature of traffic congestion and urban mobility.
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