Houston Tomorrow
Research and discussion for citizens and decision makers
Topic – Traffic
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Mapping automobile-caused deaths across nation
12.3 annual deaths per 100,000
New online maps show traffic-related deaths across the nation from 2001 - 2009, including vehicle occupants, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.
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Houston’s rush hour commute shorter in 2010
Because of recession
The length of Houston's rush hour commute dropped slightly in 2010
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Red light cameras going back on
Tickets will be issued
Houston Mayor Parker announces red light cameras will be turned back on during appeals process
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Long commutes are disruptive to relationships and health
"Unpleasant and stressful"
An ample body of research shows that commuting takes a toll on our personal health, increases the risk of divorce, and causes premature deaths.
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Red light violations ‘skyrocket’
After cameras removed
Six months after the City of Houston's red light cameras were taken down, red light violations have "skyrocketed."
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Austin’s light rail to share lanes with cars
Unlike most systems
Austin plans for half of its 16.5 mile light rail route to be shared with street traffic
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Jarrett Walker
Avoiding car-centered language
We need to use non-biased terms to level the transportation playing field.
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