February 23, 2009
by julie
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Edina is back to squawking about potential improvements for bicycles, this time on W. 70th. Some readers may realize I’ve piled onto Edina at least twice previously – in one case, for focusing on bike lanes as magical, and in … Continue reading
February 7, 2009
by julie
Comments Off on Urgent Alert: Stimulus Bill Amendment
Tell your Senator to vote NO for prohibiting stimulus funding for projects that help cyclists! Continue reading
December 4, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on I94 to Close for Removal of Bike/Ped Bridge in St. Paul
Following the closure of the Griggs Street bike/ped bridge over I94 in St. Paul, the city plans to close I94 this weekend to remove said bridge. Per the Pi Press: I-94 westbound between Lexington and Snelling will be closed midnight … Continue reading
November 17, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on I94 Ped/Bike Crossing Closes
The bicycle-pedestrian bridge over I94 at Griggs Street in Saint Paul has been closed due to crumbling concrete. The falling concrete ‘weakens the span.’ I wonder how many windshields on I94 can testify to that? In the meantime, the suggested … Continue reading
September 22, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on More on the MN43 Construction
There is apparently controversy about the construction/repair of the bicycle/pedestrian crossing of MN43 across the river at Winona! Apparently, MNDOT is using creosote-treated wood for the crossing. Exposure to creosote can cause irritation of the skin, and eating it is … Continue reading