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Streetsblog
4 weeks ago
Bicycling

DOT Plans To Connect White Plains Rd. Bike Lanes To Pelham Pwy. Greenway - Streetsblog New York City

The city is extending protected bike lanes on White Plains Road under the elevated subway tracks to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park celebrates 4 years car-free as SF looks to do more

Creating car-free spaces like JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park can enhance pedestrian safety and community enjoyment. [ more ]
Streetsblog
4 weeks ago
Bicycling

DOT Plans To Connect White Plains Rd. Bike Lanes To Pelham Pwy. Greenway - Streetsblog New York City

The city is extending protected bike lanes on White Plains Road under the elevated subway tracks to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park celebrates 4 years car-free as SF looks to do more

Creating car-free spaces like JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park can enhance pedestrian safety and community enjoyment. [ more ]
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Brooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
Brooklyn

BQE Environmental Justice Coalition launches, demands 'corridor-wide' BQE rethinking

Community organizations and officials launch Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Environmental Justice Coalition in Sunset Park.
Demand for state and federal involvement in addressing environmental and health crises caused by the BQE, affecting communities from Sunset Park to Astoria. [ more ]
Streetsblog
3 months ago
San Francisco

St. Charles Avenue Finally Gets its Curb Cut - Streetsblog San Francisco

Citizen advocacy can drive positive change in urban infrastructure.
Inter-agency coordination challenges can delay public infrastructure projects. [ more ]
#public-transportation
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Everything you need to know about NYC's $15 congestion pricing toll

Congestion pricing in Manhattan to start in mid-June after long delays and legal challenges.
The toll aims to generate $1 billion annually for subway upgrades; critics fear it will burden drivers and divert traffic. [ more ]
BKReader
4 months ago
Brooklyn

Flatbush Avenue Buses Remain a Nightmare for Many

Mayor Eric Adams fell short of building 150 miles of bus lanes by 2026, constructing only 26 miles.
Riders on crucial routes like the B41 on Flatbush Avenue face slow speeds and unreliable service due to traffic congestion. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Everything you need to know about NYC's $15 congestion pricing toll

Congestion pricing in Manhattan to start in mid-June after long delays and legal challenges.
The toll aims to generate $1 billion annually for subway upgrades; critics fear it will burden drivers and divert traffic. [ more ]
BKReader
4 months ago
Brooklyn

Flatbush Avenue Buses Remain a Nightmare for Many

Mayor Eric Adams fell short of building 150 miles of bus lanes by 2026, constructing only 26 miles.
Riders on crucial routes like the B41 on Flatbush Avenue face slow speeds and unreliable service due to traffic congestion. [ more ]
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Time Out London
5 months ago
London

These are the best (and worst) London Underground lines, apparently

The Metropolitan Line ranked as the top tube line with a score of 57.8 out of 100.
The Bakerloo Line ranked last with a score of 26.1 and was criticized for its poor connectivity and passenger experience. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
6 months ago
Environment

Can traditional architecture help build a more resilient future'?

Traditional architecture has gained international attention for its potential to address the climate crisis and its low environmental impact.
The construction sector is responsible for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions, making sustainable building practices crucial. [ more ]
#public-restrooms
time.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

The City That Never Sleeps Works to Become One Where You Can Easily Pee

Access to public restrooms in New York City will improve over the next five years with the launch of the Ur In Luck project by Mayor Eric Adams. [ more ]
Hellgatenyc
2 weeks ago
New York City

Mayor Adams's Claim: The Public Can Pee at City Hall. Hell Gate Porcelain New York Rating: FALSE - Hell Gate

Access to public restrooms in City Hall following the Mayor's announcement faces barriers in reality. [ more ]
time.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

The City That Never Sleeps Works to Become One Where You Can Easily Pee

Access to public restrooms in New York City will improve over the next five years with the launch of the Ur In Luck project by Mayor Eric Adams. [ more ]
Hellgatenyc
2 weeks ago
New York City

Mayor Adams's Claim: The Public Can Pee at City Hall. Hell Gate Porcelain New York Rating: FALSE - Hell Gate

Access to public restrooms in City Hall following the Mayor's announcement faces barriers in reality. [ more ]
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Secret NYC
3 weeks ago
NYC startup

46 New Public Bathrooms Are Heading To NYC, Along With A Map To Easily Locate Them

NYC to open 46 new public bathrooms over 5 years, improving ratio of bathrooms per capita. [ more ]
Time Out London
2 days ago
London

This London council is banning e-bikes being abandoned on pavements

Wandsworth Council in London is cracking down on inconsiderate e-bike parking by installing new parking bays in town centers. [ more ]
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