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May 24, 2021by Caron WhitakerWhile we would like to see more emphasis on equity, climate and multimodal efforts, this is a strong, solid bill for bicycling and walking and represents a chance for concrete change.
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May 17, 2021by Ken McLeodThe Covid-19 pandemic has given us examples of short-term improvements in air quality, short-term reallocation of road space, and short-term benefits of physical activity for mental and physical health.
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May 10, 2021by Ken McLeodThis week, we can make our voice heard on the future of the little known, very technical, and vastly influential design guide governing traffic signs and road markings, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
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April 29, 2021by Ken McLeodSeparated bike lanes should absolutely be promoted in documents like the MUTCD and the safety, comfort, and convenience of people biking should be the reasons for doing so.
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April 28, 2021by Ken McLeodThere is value in reframing and rewriting the MUTCD to make our roads safer and more accessible for everyone and enable communities to build back bicycle friendly.
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April 14, 2021by Cecily FooteLast Thursday we presented a webinar with updates about federal transportation policy.
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April 13, 2021by Ken McLeodIn the absence of good data, advocates like BikeWalkKC are finding ways to make the case that decriminalizing biking and walking are good public policies.
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April 2, 2021by Ken McLeod
Now, for the first time in over a decade (since 2009 to be precise), the general public – local bike advocacy organizations, bike clubs, and individuals – can weigh in on MUTCD decisions as well. -
April 1, 2021by Caron WhitakerWhile the bicycling community can be almost giddy to see Secretary Buttigieg or the president actually riding a bike, we rarely hear a president talk about bicycling, or even transit for that matter.
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March 24, 2021by Caron Whitaker
Secretary Pete Buttigieg will testify in front of the House Transportation Committee for the first time in his official role as a cabinet member.
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