Melanie Curry
Monday’s Headlines
Should we be moving slower? Politicizing traffic safety; E-bike incentive programs help replace car trips; CA is expanding roads and highways to "reduce emissions"; More
Good News in the State Budget: Active Transportation Program Funding Restored
In the end, when Governor Newsom signed the budget, the claw-back of ATP funds was gone.
Friday’s Headlines
How many have to die before traffic safety will be taken seriously? Businesses actually like bike lanes; Bill withdrawn after lobbyist tells a journalist it was a ruse; More
Thursday’s Headlines
Car ownership is a debt trap; Americans don't want to keep expanding highways; Flying cars are upon us; More
Gas Taxes Are Going Up; What You Are Getting For Your Money?
Not every project funded by S.B. 1 aligns with California's climate goals, but what drivers are paying at the pump is definitely being spent to improve their travel. News media should adapt their headlines accordingly.
Wednesday’s Headlines
The hottest day ever? Oil and gas industry lobbying hampers the fight against climate change; What high-speed rail stations will look like; More
California Will Continue Funding Projects that Induce Driving, Despite State Policy
California's Climate Action Plan for Transportation Investments calls for putting state funding towards projects that reduce vehicle miles traveled. But CTC approved several VMT-inducing projects anyway.
Friday’s Headlines
Active transportation bills to be heard soon; Maybe don't go to Yosemite right now; New buses! More service! More
Active Transportation Program Cycle 6 Funding Finalized
California Transportation Commission adopted its staff recommendation for 134 projects prioritized by nine regional governments throughout California
Thursday’s Headlines
Weight of new vehicles is causing all kinds of trouble; Two potential new Metrolink stations; $$ for HSR to fix up Fresno train depot; More
