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Bikes, bicycling, and road safety.

April 15, 2011
by julie
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League of American Bicyclists Issues Action Alert on DOT Policies

The League of American Bicyclists has issued an action alert in the wake of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) requesting that the US Department of Transportation weaken their guidance on accommodating bicyclists and pedestrians. The … Continue reading

April 9, 2011
by julie
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Road Construction Mayhem Ahoy (Better Bike More)

MNDOT has released the list of 2011 major road projects for the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota. All kinds of mayhem will ensue, especially during I94 work between Cretin/Vandalia and Nicollet Avenues. One project of especial note to bicyclists is … Continue reading

April 6, 2011
by julie
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Draft Federal Budget Slashes Transportation, Slams ‘Bike Trails’

Based on recent rhetoric, the draft budget released by House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI) shouldn’t surprise transportation advocates. Streetsblog DC takes a deep dive into the proposal and discovers quite a lot to dislike if you believe in … Continue reading

March 29, 2011
by julie
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Minnesota Bridges: Above Average (But Still In Disrepair)

Wondering about the current state of Minnesota’s bridges? Transportation for America has you covered. They’ve been releasing state-by-state reports on the state of bridge infrastructure in each state. Minnesota was one of their early releases, as Minnesota also offers one … Continue reading

March 24, 2011
by julie
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Minnesota Budget Shenanigans: Transit Funding

I think a lot of people have believed that with a GOP-controlled legislature and a DFL governor, not a lot is going to get done this legislative session in Minnesota. Posturing over the budget, however, is happening. How much of … Continue reading