#slowstreets — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #slowstreets, aggregated by home.social.
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In this week's Letters to the Editor, readers point out that slow street barricades hinder street sweeping, critique the proposed Infrastructure Bond for lack of transparency, and argue that "NIMBYs" are unnecessarily using emergency evacuation concerns to try to block new housing. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-july-17-2026/
#AffordableHousing #alameda #InfrastructureBond #LetterToTheEditor #SlowStreets
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In this week's Letters to the Editor, readers point out that slow street barricades hinder street sweeping, critique the proposed Infrastructure Bond for lack of transparency, and argue that "NIMBYs" are unnecessarily using emergency evacuation concerns to try to block new housing. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-july-17-2026/
#AffordableHousing #alameda #InfrastructureBond #LetterToTheEditor #SlowStreets
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As the man in the cartoon said: "Now, explain to me what you were TRYING to do... when this happened."
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Nice article about what makes #SanFrancisco great.
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https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/09/03/fairfax-county-to-test-slow-streets-project-in-downtown-springfield/ “Signage on these streets will discourage cut-through traffic and encourage speeds of no more than 15 MPH, and temporary materials, such as flex posts and planters will be used to calm traffic. These features will not impact local traffic, public and school bus services, emergency vehicles or service delivery vehicles.” #FairfaxVA #SlowStreets #SafeStreets #BikeTooter #walkable #VisionZero
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https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/09/03/fairfax-county-to-test-slow-streets-project-in-downtown-springfield/ “Signage on these streets will discourage cut-through traffic and encourage speeds of no more than 15 MPH, and temporary materials, such as flex posts and planters will be used to calm traffic. These features will not impact local traffic, public and school bus services, emergency vehicles or service delivery vehicles.” #FairfaxVA #SlowStreets #SafeStreets #BikeTooter #walkable #VisionZero
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Alameda public schools are back in session, and the traffic is definitely going to be challenging with construction and slow street changes. Here are some navigation tips provided by the City for getting to Encinal Junior/Senior High and Paden Elementary schools. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/central-avenue-construction-santa-clara-avenue-slow-street-change/
#alameda #CentralAvenueSafetyImprovementProject #roundabout #SlowStreets
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Alameda public schools are back in session, and the traffic is definitely going to be challenging with construction and slow street changes. Here are some navigation tips provided by the City for getting to Encinal Junior/Senior High and Paden Elementary schools. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/central-avenue-construction-santa-clara-avenue-slow-street-change/
#alameda #CentralAvenueSafetyImprovementProject #roundabout #SlowStreets
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"What is the 85th Percentile Rule? And why it belongs in the dustbin of transportation history.” From California Bicycle Coalition / #CalBike Policy Director Jared Sanchez: https://www.calbike.org/what-is-the-85th-percentile-rule/
#SlowSpeedsSaveLives #SlowStreets #SlowSpeeds #StreetsForAll #ActiveTransportation #cycling #biking #bicycling #TrafficSafety #California #SpeedLimits
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"What is the 85th Percentile Rule? And why it belongs in the dustbin of transportation history.” From California Bicycle Coalition / #CalBike Policy Director Jared Sanchez: https://www.calbike.org/what-is-the-85th-percentile-rule/
#SlowSpeedsSaveLives #SlowStreets #SlowSpeeds #StreetsForAll #ActiveTransportation #cycling #biking #bicycling #TrafficSafety #California #SpeedLimits
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"The small city of Hailey, Idaho, for instance, experienced a staggering single-year jump of 53 points, rising to a total score of 77 and technically outpacing the top-ranked large city on the list, thanks in large part to an effort to drop speed limits as low as 15 to 20 miles per hour on many of its streets.”
#SlowSpeedsSaveLives #SlowStreets #SlowSpeeds #StreetsForAll #ActiveTransportation #cycling #biking #BikeFriendly #cities #towns
#PeopleForBikes
https://usa.streetsblog.org/2025/06/24/which-american-cities-are-becoming-bike-friendly-the-fastest -
"The small city of Hailey, Idaho, for instance, experienced a staggering single-year jump of 53 points, rising to a total score of 77 and technically outpacing the top-ranked large city on the list, thanks in large part to an effort to drop speed limits as low as 15 to 20 miles per hour on many of its streets.”
#SlowSpeedsSaveLives #SlowStreets #SlowSpeeds #StreetsForAll #ActiveTransportation #cycling #biking #BikeFriendly #cities #towns
#PeopleForBikes
https://usa.streetsblog.org/2025/06/24/which-american-cities-are-becoming-bike-friendly-the-fastest -
NEW FOR 2025: California Bicycle Coalition / #CalBike quarterly ‘SUMMIT SESSIONS’ WEBINAR SERIES
https://www.calbike.org/events/california-bicycle-summit/Improving Our Communities with Slow Streets
Wednesday, May 28 10:00 - 11:00 AM Pacific time, via Zoom (Registration required: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3VYw0OPWQ42Csb5VG0VXug#/registration )Speakers:
Robin Pam, KidSafe SF
Shannon Hake, San Francisco Metropolitan Transportation Agency (SFMTA)
Justin Hu-Nguyen and Robert Prinz, @BikeEastBay#BikeTooter #ActiveTransport #transportation #SlowSpeedsSaveLives #SlowStreets #VisionZero
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NEW FOR 2025: California Bicycle Coalition / #CalBike quarterly ‘SUMMIT SESSIONS’ WEBINAR SERIES
https://www.calbike.org/events/california-bicycle-summit/Improving Our Communities with Slow Streets
Wednesday, May 28 10:00 - 11:00 AM Pacific time, via Zoom (Registration required: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3VYw0OPWQ42Csb5VG0VXug#/registration )Speakers:
Robin Pam, KidSafe SF
Shannon Hake, San Francisco Metropolitan Transportation Agency (SFMTA)
Justin Hu-Nguyen and Robert Prinz, @BikeEastBay#BikeTooter #ActiveTransport #transportation #SlowSpeedsSaveLives #SlowStreets #VisionZero
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The initial phase of implementing Alameda’s first Neighborhood Greenway on Pacific Avenue is now a reality, with new four-way stop signs on Willow and Walnut streets at their intersections with Pacific Avenue. Here's when we can expect the the Slow Streets barricades to be removed. https://alamedapost.com/news/new-stop-signs-pacific-ave-launch-neighborhood-greenway/
#alameda #NeighborhoodGreenway #PacificAvenue #PedestrianSafety #SlowStreets #traffic
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The initial phase of implementing Alameda’s first Neighborhood Greenway on Pacific Avenue is now a reality, with new four-way stop signs on Willow and Walnut streets at their intersections with Pacific Avenue. Here's when we can expect the the Slow Streets barricades to be removed. https://alamedapost.com/news/new-stop-signs-pacific-ave-launch-neighborhood-greenway/
#alameda #NeighborhoodGreenway #PacificAvenue #PedestrianSafety #SlowStreets #traffic
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Neighbors stopped by two pop-ups on Saturday, April 19, to learn about and provide input on the Neighborhood Greenways slated for implementation along San Jose and Versailles Avenues. Ken Der chats with attendees about their opinions on the draft concept plans and what they think could be improved. https://alamedapost.com/news/neighbors-turn-up-neighborhood-greenways-pop-ups/
#alameda #NeighborhoodGreenway #PedestrianSafety #SanJoseAvenue #SlowStreets #traffic #VersaillesAvenue
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Neighbors stopped by two pop-ups on Saturday, April 19, to learn about and provide input on the Neighborhood Greenways slated for implementation along San Jose and Versailles Avenues. Ken Der chats with attendees about their opinions on the draft concept plans and what they think could be improved. https://alamedapost.com/news/neighbors-turn-up-neighborhood-greenways-pop-ups/
#alameda #NeighborhoodGreenway #PedestrianSafety #SanJoseAvenue #SlowStreets #traffic #VersaillesAvenue
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Great new analysis of SF #SlowStreets by @braitsch. Crashes and injuries are down, with trivial impact on emergency response times despite SFFD opposition.
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Great new analysis of SF #SlowStreets by @braitsch. Crashes and injuries are down, with trivial impact on emergency response times despite SFFD opposition.
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It’s wild to come to Slow Sanchez and there’s seating in the street and whole families walking in the street like it’s the most natural thing. This was the original dream of #SlowStreets but I didn’t know it was still alive anywhere. No one even does that on Page let alone Lake, Shotwell, Noe…
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It’s wild to come to Slow Sanchez and there’s seating in the street and whole families walking in the street like it’s the most natural thing. This was the original dream of #SlowStreets but I didn’t know it was still alive anywhere. No one even does that on Page let alone Lake, Shotwell, Noe…
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Whatever happened to the Summer of Slow Page? None of this stuff actually got put up for approval. #SlowStreets
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Whatever happened to the Summer of Slow Page? None of this stuff actually got put up for approval. #SlowStreets https://www.sfmta.com/projects/page-slow-street
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Whatever happened to the Summer of Slow Page? None of this stuff actually got put up for approval. #SlowStreets https://www.sfmta.com/projects/page-slow-street
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Update on the Hearst slow street art
(This is the best reason to close down a street tbh)
#SanFrancisco #SF #SlowStreets #SFBA #StreetArt -
City of Alameda transportation staff hosted several pop-up events on September 28, introducing the future of traffic calming efforts on Pacific Avenue and other Slow Streets in Alameda. Ken Der chats with attendees about their hopes for the project.
https://alamedapost.com/news/pacific-avenue-pop-ups-bring-visions-of-greenways/
#alameda #CityOfAlameda #NeighborhoodGreenway #PacificAvenue #SlowStreets
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City of Alameda transportation staff hosted several pop-up events on September 28, introducing the future of traffic calming efforts on Pacific Avenue and other Slow Streets in Alameda. Ken Der chats with attendees about their hopes for the project.
https://alamedapost.com/news/pacific-avenue-pop-ups-bring-visions-of-greenways/
#alameda #CityOfAlameda #NeighborhoodGreenway #PacificAvenue #SlowStreets
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After robust public comment on the designs for the new Aquatic Center, City Council voted for a 30-meter pool and an activity pool, rather than a single 50-meter pool. Karin K. Jensen also reports that Council voted to keep most Slow Street barricades until later Neighborhood Greenway development.
https://alamedapost.com/news/council-approves-30-meter-activity-pools-aquatic-center/
#alameda #AlamedaFoodBank #AquaticCenter #arpd #CityCouncil #JeanSweeneyOpenSpacePark #MaliaVella #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #SlowStreets #TonyDaysog
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After robust public comment on the designs for the new Aquatic Center, City Council voted for a 30-meter pool and an activity pool, rather than a single 50-meter pool. Karin K. Jensen also reports that Council voted to keep most Slow Street barricades until later Neighborhood Greenway development.
https://alamedapost.com/news/council-approves-30-meter-activity-pools-aquatic-center/
#alameda #AlamedaFoodBank #AquaticCenter #arpd #CityCouncil #JeanSweeneyOpenSpacePark #MaliaVella #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #SlowStreets #TonyDaysog
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The August 28 Transportation Commission meeting was packed full of project updates that affect Alameda transit. Ken Der dives into the agenda, including updates on Neighborhood Greenways, the possibility of a rail stop in Alameda, and a massive project that may cause extended 24/7 tube closures.
https://alamedapost.com/news/slow-streets-public-transit-major-tube-closures/
#alameda #AlamedaCountyTransportationCommission #bart #CityCouncil #CityOfAlameda #link21 #PoseyTube #SlowStreets #WebsterTube
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The August 28 Transportation Commission meeting was packed full of project updates that affect Alameda transit. Ken Der dives into the agenda, including updates on Neighborhood Greenways, the possibility of a rail stop in Alameda, and a massive project that may cause extended 24/7 tube closures.
https://alamedapost.com/news/slow-streets-public-transit-major-tube-closures/
#alameda #AlamedaCountyTransportationCommission #bart #CityCouncil #CityOfAlameda #link21 #PoseyTube #SlowStreets #WebsterTube
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The barricades are coming down! The City is working to convert many Slow Streets to Neighborhood Greenways, and they are seeking public feedback. Take an online survey on how the City should handle speed reduction tools, safety measures, traffic reduction tools, and more.
#alameda #CityCouncil #CityHall #CityOfAlameda #SlowStreets #TransportationCommission
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The barricades are coming down! The City is working to convert many Slow Streets to Neighborhood Greenways, and they are seeking public feedback. Take an online survey on how the City should handle speed reduction tools, safety measures, traffic reduction tools, and more.
#alameda #CityCouncil #CityHall #CityOfAlameda #SlowStreets #TransportationCommission
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A wee cute intervention on #SlowShotwell.
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A wee cute intervention on #SlowShotwell.
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Jackie Fielder’s transportation platform is live!
https://www.jackieforsf.com/transportationHighlights:
-more frequent Muni
-more #SlowStreets
-more protected bike lanes incl all of 17th St
-bike lockers
-ebike subsidies
-she supports @sftransitact! -
Jackie Fielder’s transportation platform is live!
https://www.jackieforsf.com/transportationHighlights:
-more frequent Muni
-more #SlowStreets
-more protected bike lanes incl all of 17th St
-bike lockers
-ebike subsidies
-she supports @sftransitact! -
New designs for Slow Sanchez in Noe Valley are looking great! #SlowStreets
https://sfba.social/@catherine/112148736982881302 -
New designs for Slow Sanchez in Noe Valley are looking great! #SlowStreets
https://sfba.social/@catherine/112148736982881302 -
Really great, concise explanations of the kinds of traffic calming elements that San Francisco is using in its Slow Streets program: https://www.sfmta.com/reports/2023-slow-streets-design-toolkit
#TrafficCalming #SlowStreets #SanFrancisco #SafeStreets #UrbanPlanning
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Really great, concise explanations of the kinds of traffic calming elements that San Francisco is using in its Slow Streets program: https://www.sfmta.com/reports/2023-slow-streets-design-toolkit
#TrafficCalming #SlowStreets #SanFrancisco #SafeStreets #UrbanPlanning
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This Saturday starting at 1pm, enjoy car-free Hayes, with activities hosted by IntoTheStreetsSF.com!
More details: https://hayesvalleysf.org/calendar/?event_id1=8685
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How to misdirect with indicators: "Median travel speeds are only slightly above the 15-mph target (17 mph averaged across the corridor).” I don't know about you, but I'm a lot more concernd about the high end speeds, not that only half the cars exceed 17 mph. Median (half above, half below) and mean (average) do not tell you distribution of speeds, or how fast the extremes are.
And as a pedestrian who likes slow streets, I am very aware of the high speed tail. I'm a little worried that #sfmta appears to not understand how to use statistics to assess risks.
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How to misdirect with indicators: "Median travel speeds are only slightly above the 15-mph target (17 mph averaged across the corridor).” I don't know about you, but I'm a lot more concernd about the high end speeds, not that only half the cars exceed 17 mph. Median (half above, half below) and mean (average) do not tell you distribution of speeds, or how fast the extremes are.
And as a pedestrian who likes slow streets, I am very aware of the high speed tail. I'm a little worried that #sfmta appears to not understand how to use statistics to assess risks.
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I finally got to bike in Vancouver and it turns out their slow streets can have real diverters without the whole city burning down. And they have the budget for concrete somehow, and the staffing to install it. Cars can take a two minute longer route and it's fine and nobody has died. There are benches and tables that you don't have to pay money to use and yet the city has not become overrun with crime. It's ok, we have the technology, we can do this
