Topic – Pedestrian
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City of Houston is now the largest city in Texas with a Safe Passing Ordinance
Give at least 3 feet to pass
The Houston City Council voted unanimously to pass one of the priorities of the Houston Coalition for Complete Streets: a Safe Passing Ordinance.
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Pedestrian friendly redevelopment in downtown Houston
The new GreenStreet
Houston Pavilions struggled since its opening, but now new ownership plans to revitalize the project with green roofs, solar panels, and improved walkability.
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TX bill would allow utility easement hike&bike trails
Filed in Senate and House
The Texas Legislature has a bill to consider in both houses that would ease liability concerns allowing utility companies to allow hike & bike trails in Houston
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An exit interview with Ray LaHood
US Transportation Secretary
Outgoing Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood discuses a wide range of topics with DC.StreetsBlog's Tanya Snyder.
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Sacramento lowers parking requirements
Hope to attract new businesses
Trying to encourage transit- and pedestrian-friendly development, the city of Sacramento is easing parking requirements set on businesses and housing projects.
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Downtown Austin provides dynamic urbanized living
A story of transformation
Not long ago, downtown Austin held little appeal for prospective residents. Now the area is bustling with diverse opportunities to live, work, and play.
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Texas to keep federal funding for bike/ped trails
Advocacy groups relieved
In spite of widespread fear that the state would utilize its choice to opt out, Texas has decided to keep federal funds allocated for recreational trails.
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Two pedestrians killed crossing Houston streets
9th most dangerous area in US
Two pedestrians were killed in unrelated traffic collisions after being hit while crossing roads in the Houston area Monday.
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Indianapolis passes complete streets policy
City Council agree unanimously
The city council of Indianapolis has passed Proposal 208, “Complete Streets”, which will promote street developments that are safe for all types of users.
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Tanya Snyder
America’s transpo policy stuck
A new bill passes, but America’s transpo policy stays stuck in 20th century
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