#safestreets — Public Fediverse posts

Op-Ed: Seattle Needs Car-Free Streets

"Denny got its bus lane in four months because someone decided it could. The shared streets law exists because someone wrote it. The deaths will not stop because Councilmember Rob Saka called for another audit of the failing Vision Zero program that SDOT just audited. They will stop when the people already here, the walkers and riders, the elders and parents, and even the drivers who'd rather not be, act like the bloc they already are."

#VisionZero #SeattlePolitics #SafeStreets

Op-Ed: Seattle Needs Car-Free Streets

"Denny got its bus lane in four months because someone decided it could. The shared streets law exists because someone wrote it. The deaths will not stop because Councilmember Rob Saka called for another audit of the failing Vision Zero program that SDOT just audited. They will stop when the people already here, the walkers and riders, the elders and parents, and even the drivers who'd rather not be, act like the bloc they already are."

#VisionZero #SeattlePolitics #SafeStreets

Op-Ed: Seattle Needs Car-Free Streets

"Denny got its bus lane in four months because someone decided it could. The shared streets law exists because someone wrote it. The deaths will not stop because Councilmember Rob Saka called for another audit of the failing Vision Zero program that SDOT just audited. They will stop when the people already here, the walkers and riders, the elders and parents, and even the drivers who'd rather not be, act like the bloc they already are."

#VisionZero #SeattlePolitics #SafeStreets

Op-Ed: Seattle Needs Car-Free Streets

"Denny got its bus lane in four months because someone decided it could. The shared streets law exists because someone wrote it. The deaths will not stop because Councilmember Rob Saka called for another audit of the failing Vision Zero program that SDOT just audited. They will stop when the people already here, the walkers and riders, the elders and parents, and even the drivers who'd rather not be, act like the bloc they already are."

#VisionZero #SeattlePolitics #SafeStreets

Op-Ed: Seattle Needs Car-Free Streets

"Denny got its bus lane in four months because someone decided it could. The shared streets law exists because someone wrote it. The deaths will not stop because Councilmember Rob Saka called for another audit of the failing Vision Zero program that SDOT just audited. They will stop when the people already here, the walkers and riders, the elders and parents, and even the drivers who'd rather not be, act like the bloc they already are."

#VisionZero #SeattlePolitics #SafeStreets

It's time to reconsider the Leary route for bicycles and busses in Ballard. Not to replace the preference for the popular Shilshole proposition, but IMO, making a park in the middle of Ballard with trees, pedestrian paths, safe cycle paths and buss access is the way to go.
#Ballard #CascadeBicycleClub #SafeStreets
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=RR7meOtrCUCPmTWdi1T0Gx_TulzIrTtHuUQqnM2DnJ5UMTBZRkRBRVJSRFFZWUJDTklQV1lISkYwVi4u&route=shorturl

It's time to reconsider the Leary route for bicycles and busses in Ballard. Not to replace the preference for the popular Shilshole proposition, but IMO, making a park in the middle of Ballard with trees, pedestrian paths, safe cycle paths and buss access is the way to go.
#Ballard #CascadeBicycleClub #SafeStreets
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=RR7meOtrCUCPmTWdi1T0Gx_TulzIrTtHuUQqnM2DnJ5UMTBZRkRBRVJSRFFZWUJDTklQV1lISkYwVi4u&route=shorturl

It's time to reconsider the Leary route for bicycles and busses in Ballard. Not to replace the preference for the popular Shilshole proposition, but IMO, making a park in the middle of Ballard with trees, pedestrian paths, safe cycle paths and buss access is the way to go.
#Ballard #CascadeBicycleClub #SafeStreets
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=RR7meOtrCUCPmTWdi1T0Gx_TulzIrTtHuUQqnM2DnJ5UMTBZRkRBRVJSRFFZWUJDTklQV1lISkYwVi4u&route=shorturl

It's time to reconsider the Leary route for bicycles and busses in Ballard. Not to replace the preference for the popular Shilshole proposition, but IMO, making a park in the middle of Ballard with trees, pedestrian paths, safe cycle paths and buss access is the way to go.
#Ballard #CascadeBicycleClub #SafeStreets
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=RR7meOtrCUCPmTWdi1T0Gx_TulzIrTtHuUQqnM2DnJ5UMTBZRkRBRVJSRFFZWUJDTklQV1lISkYwVi4u&route=shorturl

Bike lanes are DEI now because someone described their benefits using the E-word: equity

https://newrepublic.com/post/212853/donald-trump-transportation-secretary-bike-lanes-dei

HT Lemmy [email protected]

#Bike #Cycling #CyclingLife #Carbrain #Motonomativity #Fuckcars #PeopleOverCars #SafeStreets #TransportationJustice #Trump #NoMandate #AntiTrump #AntiGOP #AntiMAGA #Republicans #kakistocracy #HalfHeartedFanatic

Bike lanes are DEI now because someone described their benefits using the E-word: equity

https://newrepublic.com/post/212853/donald-trump-transportation-secretary-bike-lanes-dei

HT Lemmy [email protected]

#Bike #Cycling #CyclingLife #Carbrain #Motonomativity #Fuckcars #PeopleOverCars #SafeStreets #TransportationJustice #Trump #NoMandate #AntiTrump #AntiGOP #AntiMAGA #Republicans #kakistocracy #HalfHeartedFanatic

Bike lanes are DEI now because someone described their benefits using the E-word: equity

https://newrepublic.com/post/212853/donald-trump-transportation-secretary-bike-lanes-dei

HT Lemmy [email protected]

#Bike #Cycling #CyclingLife #Carbrain #Motonomativity #Fuckcars #PeopleOverCars #SafeStreets #TransportationJustice #Trump #NoMandate #AntiTrump #AntiGOP #AntiMAGA #Republicans #kakistocracy #HalfHeartedFanatic

Bike lanes are DEI now because someone described their benefits using the E-word: equity

https://newrepublic.com/post/212853/donald-trump-transportation-secretary-bike-lanes-dei

HT Lemmy [email protected]

#Bike #Cycling #CyclingLife #Carbrain #Motonomativity #Fuckcars #PeopleOverCars #SafeStreets #TransportationJustice #Trump #NoMandate #AntiTrump #AntiGOP #AntiMAGA #Republicans #kakistocracy #HalfHeartedFanatic

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/state/virginia-becomes-first-state-to-launch-statewide-court-ordered-speed-limiting-technology-for-dangerous-drivers/291-052d9cbc-bc86-49ff-88dc-586bd3c1e3ae #Virginia #SafeStreets #WarOnCars

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/state/virginia-becomes-first-state-to-launch-statewide-court-ordered-speed-limiting-technology-for-dangerous-drivers/291-052d9cbc-bc86-49ff-88dc-586bd3c1e3ae #Virginia #SafeStreets #WarOnCars

I'd happily take a introductory car maintenance course from a non-carcentric mechanic. I.e a mechanic who is down with the #strongTowns, #safeStreets, #banCars agenda

I'd happily take a introductory car maintenance course from a non-carcentric mechanic. I.e a mechanic who is down with the #strongTowns, #safeStreets, #banCars agenda

I'd happily take a introductory car maintenance course from a non-carcentric mechanic. I.e a mechanic who is down with the #strongTowns, #safeStreets, #banCars agenda

I'd happily take a introductory car maintenance course from a non-carcentric mechanic. I.e a mechanic who is down with the #strongTowns, #safeStreets, #banCars agenda

I'd happily take a introductory car maintenance course from a non-carcentric mechanic. I.e a mechanic who is down with the #strongTowns, #safeStreets, #banCars agenda

Is Urbanism Inherently Left-Wing?

Better transit, cycle lanes and housing shouldn't be partisan issues, but they are—especially in the US.

#SafeStreets #VisionZero #HousingForAll

Is Urbanism Inherently Left-Wing?

Better transit, cycle lanes and housing shouldn't be partisan issues, but they are—especially in the US.

#SafeStreets #VisionZero #HousingForAll

https://www.thedrive.com/news/heres-how-regulations-accidentally-killed-small-trucks-in-america “Our first culprit? The good old Chicken Tax.” #urbanism #SafeStreets #TradeWar #WarOnCars

https://www.thedrive.com/news/heres-how-regulations-accidentally-killed-small-trucks-in-america “Our first culprit? The good old Chicken Tax.” #urbanism #SafeStreets #TradeWar #WarOnCars

Walking on Charlottesville’s beautiful and especially safe Elsom Street this morning. Streets this narrow and safe have been banned for a century, ostensibly for safety reasons since it is so difficult for trucks to race through at killing speeds. #cville #SafeStreets #DesignSpeed

Walking on Charlottesville’s beautiful and especially safe Elsom Street this morning. Streets this narrow and safe have been banned for a century, ostensibly for safety reasons since it is so difficult for trucks to race through at killing speeds. #cville #SafeStreets #DesignSpeed

“It is important that we keep our bicyclists safe, as they do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers,” said Gonzales Police Chief Keith Wise. “People of all ages use bicycles to commute to school, work, and other activities. Bicyclists, like all road users, have the right to #SafeStreets. We encourage drivers and bicyclists to look out for one another and practice safe habits so we may all go safely.” https://salinasvalleytribune.com/gonzales-police-promote-bicycle-safety-awareness/

#MontereyCounty #eBikes #eMotos #ElectricMotorcycles #eMobility #Gonzales #SalinasValley

“It is important that we keep our bicyclists safe, as they do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers,” said Gonzales Police Chief Keith Wise. “People of all ages use bicycles to commute to school, work, and other activities. Bicyclists, like all road users, have the right to #SafeStreets. We encourage drivers and bicyclists to look out for one another and practice safe habits so we may all go safely.” https://salinasvalleytribune.com/gonzales-police-promote-bicycle-safety-awareness/

#MontereyCounty #eBikes #eMotos #ElectricMotorcycles #eMobility #Gonzales #SalinasValley

“It is important that we keep our bicyclists safe, as they do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers,” said Gonzales Police Chief Keith Wise. “People of all ages use bicycles to commute to school, work, and other activities. Bicyclists, like all road users, have the right to #SafeStreets. We encourage drivers and bicyclists to look out for one another and practice safe habits so we may all go safely.” https://salinasvalleytribune.com/gonzales-police-promote-bicycle-safety-awareness/

#MontereyCounty #eBikes #eMotos #ElectricMotorcycles #eMobility #Gonzales #SalinasValley

“It is important that we keep our bicyclists safe, as they do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers,” said Gonzales Police Chief Keith Wise. “People of all ages use bicycles to commute to school, work, and other activities. Bicyclists, like all road users, have the right to #SafeStreets. We encourage drivers and bicyclists to look out for one another and practice safe habits so we may all go safely.” https://salinasvalleytribune.com/gonzales-police-promote-bicycle-safety-awareness/

#MontereyCounty #eBikes #eMotos #ElectricMotorcycles #eMobility #Gonzales #SalinasValley

“It is important that we keep our bicyclists safe, as they do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers,” said Gonzales Police Chief Keith Wise. “People of all ages use bicycles to commute to school, work, and other activities. Bicyclists, like all road users, have the right to #SafeStreets. We encourage drivers and bicyclists to look out for one another and practice safe habits so we may all go safely.” https://salinasvalleytribune.com/gonzales-police-promote-bicycle-safety-awareness/

#MontereyCounty #eBikes #eMotos #ElectricMotorcycles #eMobility #Gonzales #SalinasValley

"In 2022, the Municipality of Tirana, in collaboration with Qendra Marrëdhënie, implemented the first permanent school street in the city, located in front of Edith Durham School. This intervention addressed both traffic safety and broader social challenges in the neighbourhood, where fast-moving vehicles, lack of pedestrian infrastructure, and limited public space previously undermined children’s safety and community well-being."

https://thefuturedesignofstreets.eu/rruga-frosina-plaku-tirana-albania/ #Albania #SafeStreets

"In 2022, the Municipality of Tirana, in collaboration with Qendra Marrëdhënie, implemented the first permanent school street in the city, located in front of Edith Durham School. This intervention addressed both traffic safety and broader social challenges in the neighbourhood, where fast-moving vehicles, lack of pedestrian infrastructure, and limited public space previously undermined children’s safety and community well-being."

https://thefuturedesignofstreets.eu/rruga-frosina-plaku-tirana-albania/ #Albania #SafeStreets

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy026edpw8lo “The £2.4m project on Adams Road in the west of Cambridge - said to be used by 3,000 cyclists per day - gives cyclists and pedestrians priority over motorists.” #Cambridge #BikeTooter #SafeStreets

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy026edpw8lo “The £2.4m project on Adams Road in the west of Cambridge - said to be used by 3,000 cyclists per day - gives cyclists and pedestrians priority over motorists.” #Cambridge #BikeTooter #SafeStreets

Seattle Times opinion piece on Vision Zero is dangerously misleading

As usual, the "moderate" news agency never stops misinforming the public about the safety improvement effort Seattle has been making.

I'm never going to pay a dime for the Seattle Times.

#VisionZero #Seattle #SafeStreets

Seattle Times opinion piece on Vision Zero is dangerously misleading

As usual, the "moderate" news agency never stops misinforming the public about the safety improvement effort Seattle has been making.

I'm never going to pay a dime for the Seattle Times.

#VisionZero #Seattle #SafeStreets

Reversing Harrell cuts, Parks is now installing the remaining Lake Washington Blvd safety compromise plan

I'm so glad to have Katie Wilson as our mayor.

#SafeStreets #VisionZero #BicycleWeekends

Reversing Harrell cuts, Parks is now installing the remaining Lake Washington Blvd safety compromise plan

I'm so glad to have Katie Wilson as our mayor.

#SafeStreets #VisionZero #BicycleWeekends

Cycling is ten times more important than electric cars for reaching net‑zero cities

I do believe it's important to replace as many gasoline-powered cars with EVs, but as the article says, that effort alone would not be "good enough." Reducing car travels is crucial in achieving net-zero cities in a timely fashion.

#ClimateCrisis #SafeStreets

Cycling is ten times more important than electric cars for reaching net‑zero cities

I do believe it's important to replace as many gasoline-powered cars with EVs, but as the article says, that effort alone would not be "good enough." Reducing car travels is crucial in achieving net-zero cities in a timely fashion.

#ClimateCrisis #SafeStreets

Queen Anne neighbors to face Seattle officials over parking removal

"Seattle plans to remove 50+ parking spots on Queen Anne’s 14th Ave W to improve emergency vehicle access."

And the Queen Anne neighbours oppose that, just like the Laurelhurst people oppose medical helicopters landing on Seattle Children's. Give me a fuckin' break.

#NIMBY #QueenAnne #SafeStreets

Queen Anne neighbors to face Seattle officials over parking removal

"Seattle plans to remove 50+ parking spots on Queen Anne’s 14th Ave W to improve emergency vehicle access."

And the Queen Anne neighbours oppose that, just like the Laurelhurst people oppose medical helicopters landing on Seattle Children's. Give me a fuckin' break.

#NIMBY #QueenAnne #SafeStreets

Meet the NIMBY’s Toxic Cousin: the NOMS (Not On My Street)

"A new study argues that the notorious anti-development figure known as the NIMBY, for Not In My Backyard, has an equally toxic cousin in the transportation realm: the NOMS, or Not On My Street. And the researcher who coined the new term warns that U.S. communities will struggle to achieve lasting change until they reckon with the outsized influence of NOMS and their disturbing car-first ideology."

Sigh.

#SafeStreets #VisionZero

Meet the NIMBY’s Toxic Cousin: the NOMS (Not On My Street)

"A new study argues that the notorious anti-development figure known as the NIMBY, for Not In My Backyard, has an equally toxic cousin in the transportation realm: the NOMS, or Not On My Street. And the researcher who coined the new term warns that U.S. communities will struggle to achieve lasting change until they reckon with the outsized influence of NOMS and their disturbing car-first ideology."

Sigh.

#SafeStreets #VisionZero

#CarlHeastie continues to be awful, but NYers maybe want to give his office a call to tell him to stop blocking the Stop Super Speeders bill. His office # is 518-455-3791, I just called and someone answered right away.

#StopSuperSpeeders #NYLeg #SafeStreets #NYC

https://hellgatenyc.com/stop-super-speeders-still-stuck/

#CarlHeastie continues to be awful, but NYers maybe want to give his office a call to tell him to stop blocking the Stop Super Speeders bill. His office # is 518-455-3791, I just called and someone answered right away.

#StopSuperSpeeders #NYLeg #SafeStreets #NYC

https://hellgatenyc.com/stop-super-speeders-still-stuck/

With Seattle on path to miss 2030 goal, CM Saka calls for an audit of the Vision Zero program

Coming from Saka, this request smacks of an attempt to further derail the city's Vision Zero effort. I hope I'm wrong.

#SeattleBikeBlog #Seattle #VisionZero #SafeStreets

Searching for the ‘Smoking Gun’ in US Pedestrian Deaths

"There’s a perception that a lot of the increase in pedestrian deaths is due to homelessness or people using drugs and alcohol. But the share of pedestrians who die with alcohol or drugs in their system is relatively low. [The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that around one in four pedestrians killed in a crash had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher.] There are still plenty of people who are just walking to work or school when they get killed."

#VisionZero #SafeStreets