February 27, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Transportation & Inequality
There’s a lot of talk of budgets, and of “highway funding” versus “transportation funding” going down right now. Many cities, states and even the federal budget are cutting funds to mass transit. In this environment, I absolutely recommend giving a … Continue reading
February 27, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Bicycle Events: February 28-March 6
As we hit the back-end of winter and look forward to the giant tire-eating potholes of spring, here are a few goodies on this week’s Minnesota Bicycle Events Calendar: February 28: The Minnesota Bicycle Summit with the Bicycle Alliance of … Continue reading
February 23, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Last Call: Minnesota Bicycle Summit
The Minnesota Bicycle Summit is next Monday, February 28. The legislative priorities have been posted. If you haven’t registered yet, go and do so. While on-site registration is available, let’s be realistic. It’s a lot easier on everyone involved — … Continue reading
February 23, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Funding Transportation: TIGER Program Cuts
As the US House debates how to cut spending, one thing is clear: The goal is to cut, and not to make rational decisions. As a case in point, the House voted to eliminate TIGER, a program that awarded $2 … Continue reading
February 23, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Alabama: Op-Ed on Cyclist Safety
One legislative priority for the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota this year is to increase penalties for injury accidents against cyclists and pedestrians. Proposed laws in Minnesota step up existing penalties. On the plus side, Minnesota often will charge people under … Continue reading