1st Ward PB election revives the idea of protected lanes on Milwaukee in Wicker
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A proposal to strip parking on Milwaukee to make room for protected bike lanes has renewed discussions about the project, last proposed in 2017.
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Murder on Red Line underscores urgent need for holistic CTA violence prevention solutions
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This latest tragedy highlights the urgent need for local leaders to think outside the policing box and take constructive action to keep transit riders and workers safe.
Chicago transportation advocates weigh in on car-centric federal infrastructure bill
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The increased investment in walking, biking, and transit is great, but these investments are at risk of being outweighed by an increase in roadway expansion.
RTA’s new capital funding formula prioritizes existing assets, speed over innovation
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The RTA board unanimously approved a new formula for splitting capital funding between the CTA, Metra, and Pace, emphasizing fixing and upgrading their existing assets and funding projects that promote equity.
What political realities must we overcome to create a protected bike lane network?
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The Active Transportation Alliance hosted a discussion with North Side aldermen Daniel LaSpata, Andre Vasquez, and Matt Martin.
At bikeway rally, Kevin Clark’s cousin urged advocates to keep pressure up for safety upgrades
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"Let's keep making noise," said fallen cyclist Kevin Clark's cousin. "I know that at a certain point they'll listen to us, and we will get this done."
Active Transportation Alliances renews call for a protected bike lane network
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The Active Transportation Alliance analyzed Chicago's progress on creating an all-ages, all abilities cycling network and renewed the call for a network of protected bike lanes.
The Active Transportation Alliance assesses CDOT’s 2020 Slow Streets program
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ATA provides its assessment of the 2020 Slow Streets program, which made room for safe, socially-distanced walking and biking during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Advocates: Lightfoot’s infrastructure plan may be more of the car-centric status quo
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The Active Transportation Alliance and Metropolitan Planing Council say the plan lacks specifics and needs more transparency.
ATA, 22 local other orgs ask Congressional reps to push for $60B annually for transit
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Many other national and local organizations will be lobbying Congressional delegations across the country, as part of the National Campaign for Transit Justice.
DOJ lights a fire under Chicago officials to speed up accessible pedestrian signal installation
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On Thursday the U.S. Department of Justice moved to intervene in a private disability discrimination suit against the city.
Active Transportation Alliance, transit officials discuss suburban transportation challenges
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The shortcomings of Chicago area public transit are self-evident to any suburban transit rider who has ever tried to get anywhere but the Loop.