Topic – Pedestrian
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Designing cities for an aging population
Affordability and walkability
The US population is aging, and it is time for city planners and developers to take their needs into consideration
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H-GAC releases ‘Pedestrian Pathways’ planning guide
How to plan for the pedestrian
In preparation for the 3.5 million people expected to join the region by 2035, the H-GAC has released a planning guide for improving the pedestrian environment.
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US House & Senate preparing divergent transportation strategies
Oil for transpo vs. reform
Following a series of extensions of the existing federal transportation bill, the House and Senate are working to pass incongruous bills.
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Narrow roads can work better than wide ones
For cars and walkers
Narrow roads require less time for pedestrians to cross and can increase car capacity
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FTA defines ped, bike catchment areas
Ped: half mile from transit
The FTA has decided on a one-half mile pedestrian catchment area and a 3-mile area for bicyclists relative to transit stations.
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Bicyclists, pedestrians shunned in House transpo bill
"Enhancements" not required
"Transportation enhancements," now dedicated to safe walking and biking and other improvements would not be required in the new transportation bill.
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New York passes statewide Complete Streets bill
Unanimous vote
New York State passes Complete Streets bill, focusing on local roads in addition to major roadways.
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