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Moving Los Angeles: Short-Term Policy Options for Improving Transportation
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2009
Level City or Town
State(s) California
Source RAND Corporation
Policy Areas Transportation & Mobility
Traffic congestion in Los Angeles is severe due to a high population density, a high level of per-capita vehicle miles traveled (VMT), and insufficient revenue from gas taxes to expand road capacity. The city should implement pricing strategies to manage peak-hour demand, improve...
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Modernizing Mitigation: A Demand-Centered Approach to Reducing Car Travel
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2018
Level City or Town, State
State(s) All States, California, Massachusetts, Virginia
Source TransitCenter, State Smart Transportation Initiative (SSTI), Mayors Innovation Project (MIP), University of Wisconsin-Madison
Policy Areas Community Development, Environment & Natural Resources, Transportation & Mobility
Many communities are struggling to reduce traffic congestion and increase transportation accessibility. This modern transportation mitigation guide provides policy makers with urban planning and land use strategies to lower emissions, improve public health, and increase access to...
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A Systemic Approach to Crash Reduction: Vision Zero
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2022
Level City or Town
State(s) Colorado
Source BoulderColorado.gov/Guide/Core-Arterial-Network
Policy Areas Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility
Boulder is addressing the high rate of severe traffic crashes on arterial streets, which account for 67% of such incidents despite making up only 17% of the road network. To improve safety, the city is prioritizing targeted infrastructure upgrades, including protected bicycle lanes,...
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Opportunities for Bicycle Network Improvement in Madison, WI
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2024
Level City or Town
State(s) Wisconsin
Source University of Wisconsin–Madison
Policy Areas Public Safety, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility
Safe, well-connected bicycle networks support healthier, more sustainable communities. Transportation planning that includes cycling infrastructure can reduce dependency on private vehicles and promote environmental sustainability. This evaluation of Madison's bicycle network identified...
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Demonstration Projects in State Highway Right of Way
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2021
Level City or Town, County, State
State(s) Vermont
Source State Smart Transportation Initiative
Policy Areas Public Safety, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility
This guide outlines the permitting process for demonstration projects that improve walking, cycling, and transit access on state highways in Vermont. It provides examples of common demonstration projects, outlines design, installation, and maintenance requirements, and highlights...
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Phoenix Bikeway Recommendations Consolidation
Type Fact Sheet or Infographic
Year 2023
Level City or Town
State(s) Arizona
Source National Association of City Transportation Officials
Policy Areas Data & Technology, Transportation & Mobility
Fragmented and outdated bikeways leave communities disconnected and community members isolated. This fact sheet identified recommendations for Phoenix to digitize and consolidate all bikeway recommendations into a comprehensive digital map using the GIS app to integrate of bikeway...
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Bull E-Bike Pilot Program
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2022
Level City or Town
State(s) North Carolina
Source City of Durham Transportation Department, Bloomberg Philanthropies, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), University of North Carolina Department of City and Regional Planning
Policy Areas Economic Justice, Transportation & Mobility
Low-income hospitality workers in Durham face significant barriers due to limited transportation access and high commuting costs. The Bull E-Bike Pilot Program provided e-bikes for commuting and personal use, reducing carbon emissions, improving mobility, and offering economic relief....
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City of Greenville: Prioritizing Complete Streets
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2022
Level City or Town
State(s) South Carolina
Source City of Greenville
Policy Areas Public Safety, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility
High crash rates and pedestrian safety concerns at key intersections necessitate immediate action. The city plans to implement Vision Zero and Pedestrian Safety Action Plans, including road resurfacing, buffered bike lanes, and traffic detection cameras. Supported by a $12M investment...
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Redesigning Sinatra Drive for Multi-Modal Safety
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2022
Level City or Town
State(s) New Jersey
Source City of Hoboken
Policy Areas Environment & Natural Resources, Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility
Sinatra Drive in Hoboken, NJ, struggles to accommodate its high volume of users safely. The city is investing $6 million to redesign the corridor, aligning with its Vision Zero and Climate Action Plan goals. The project will include a two-way protected bikeway, high-visibility crosswalks,...
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Shared Micromobility in the U.S. and Canada: 2023
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2023
Level Country
State(s) All States
Source NACTO Data Snapshot, July 2024
Policy Areas Transportation & Mobility
Financial constraints and rising user costs threaten the affordability and accessibility of shared micromobility services. This report outlines the need for public funding, subsidies, and the elimination of sales tax on these services to ensure their stability and affordability. Integrating...
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Brattle Street Quick-Build Separated Bike Lane
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2023
Level City or Town
State(s) Massachusetts
Source City of Cambridge, MA
Policy Areas Public Safety, Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility
Balancing the preservation of Brattle Street's historic character with the need for cyclist and pedestrian safety is essential. This report outlines a plan to implement a two-way separated bike lane using low-profile materials such as 6-inch-tall precast concrete curbing and reflective...
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Charlotte Building a Network of Complete Streets
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2023
Level City or Town
State(s) North Carolina
Source City of Charlotte
Policy Areas Public Spaces, Transportation & Mobility
To ensure safe and equitable mobility, Charlotte requires reconfiguring streets to better accommodate all users. This report outlines plans to incorporate cycle-tracks, buffered bike lanes, roundabouts, and wider sidewalks, enhancing connectivity and safety. These improvements align...
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Removing Parking Minimums: Making Way for Multimodal Mobility
Type Policy Brief or Report
Year 2023
Level City or Town
State(s) Virginia
Source City of Richmond, Virginia
Policy Areas Community Development, Transportation & Mobility
To address traffic congestion, the city of Richmond the city should expand the GRTC Pulse Bus Rapid Transit system, invest in public transit, and develop bike lanes and pedestrian infrastructure to support multimodal transportation. The removal of parking minimums promotes alternative...
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Lawndale Avenue Redesign - Safe Streets
Type Fact Sheet or Infographic
Year 2023
Level City or Town
State(s) Texas
Source National Association of City Transportation Officials
Policy Areas Community Development, Public Safety, Transportation & Mobility
This fact sheet illustrates the retrofit plan for Lawndale Avenue in Houston's East End. The city intends to implement a multimodal redesign to include protected bike lanes, bus stops, school queuing areas, and safe crossings to enhance safety and accessibility. The redesign is part...
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