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A First Step toward Ending Transportation Discrimination

by Team Chekpeds
Complete Streets legislation, which passed the Assembly earlier this year, has been signed by Governor Cuomo, Chapter 398 of the Laws of 2011. Complete Streets will encourage transportation officials to include features that provide convenient access to streets and roads… Read more “A First Step toward Ending Transportation Discrimination”
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In New York State, Agencies must build roads for all, not just cars. Its the law!

by Team Chekpeds
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!”
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Building Streets For Bikes/Pedestrians Yield 40% More construction Jobs than Building for cars

by Team Chekpeds
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”