March 17, 2012
by julie
Comments Off on Minnesota Bike Summit: Late Coverage
I realize I haven’t said much about the Bike Summit here at Ride Boldly! Which, let’s get down to it: It’s been bloody nice. I’ve been working something that semi-resembles a normal job during human hours. One that requires the … Continue reading
February 23, 2012
by julie
Comments Off on Public Meetings for MnDOT Bicycle Statewide Planning Study Scheduled
Minnesota’s Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is launching a new statewide planning study intended to inventory existing bicycle facilities throughout the state, including those created by local government groups, and develop statewide policy guidelines surrounding bicycle planning. A new Statewide Bikeway … Continue reading
February 3, 2012
by julie
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The second Minnesota Bike Summit has been scheduled for Monday, March 5, in Saint Paul. This event, hosted by BikeMN, brings together people from across the state to talk bicycling amongst themselves, then with state officials and elected representatives. New … Continue reading
February 3, 2012
by julie
Comments Off on Gridlock: Why Panic is Overrated When Talking Transpo
Yesterday was the great debate and committee markup session for the House Transportation Bill. As expected, it was all about the posturing about priorities. Those priorities, per the chief supporters, were highways. A provision revealed in markup yesterday showed that … Continue reading
January 31, 2012
by julie
Comments Off on Tuesday Transpo Bill Update!
Yeah, up the defcon level and shake your panic maker. Today’s the day the proposed Transpo Bill gets published. Turns out it may be even worse than previously rumored. A few points: Transportation Enhancements become optional. Safe Routes to Schools … Continue reading