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In New York State, Agencies must build roads for all, not just cars. Its the law!

Complete Streets Law Passes Legislature Unanimously.  Cuomo Expected To Sign. Pedestrians, Bicyclists and Transit Users Rejoice! This simple sentence is a revolution: “It shall be the policy of the state to consider people of all ages and abilities and all… Read more “In New York State, Agencies must build roads for all, not just cars. Its the law!”
Posted inCHEKPEDSComplete Streets

Building Streets For Bikes/Pedestrians Yield 40% More construction Jobs than Building for cars

While other studies have examined the economic and non- economic impacts of the use of walking and cycling infrastructure, few have analyzed the employment that results from the design and construction of these projects. This study, performed by the Political… Read more “Building Streets For Bikes/Pedestrians Yield 40% More construction Jobs than Building for cars”
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Speak UP: Buses or Playground at 33rd Street and Dyer Avenue?

The next Transportation Planning Committee will evaluate two competing proposals to use a vacant lot at the corner of 33rd Street and Dyer Avenue . Discussion: Bus parking on Port Authority property on 33rd Street Discussion: Clinton School & PANYNJ… Read more “Speak UP: Buses or Playground at 33rd Street and Dyer Avenue?”
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NYC Health Dept: Active Transportation could save 6,300 deaths a year in NYC

Active transportation is any self-propelled mode of transportation (such as walking, jogging, bicycling, or in-line skating) to get from one place to another. Most New Yorkers who use public transportation also use active transportation when they walk to and from… Read more “NYC Health Dept: Active Transportation could save 6,300 deaths a year in NYC”