Hearing the Disability Community In Vision Zero
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New York DOT's chief accessibility specialist on the challenges and successes of inclusion.
Recent Streetsblog CALIFORNIA posts about Accessibility
Eyes on the Street: L.A. River Bridge Construction Nears Completion
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The new multi-modal equestrian/pedestrian/cyclist La Kretz bridge is expected to be completed this year
Making it Easier to Get to Transit via Walking, Bicycling
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Encouraging people to opt for a "first-mile/last-mile" connection via active, zero emission modes requires integration of policies, plans, designs, and funding
L.A. Metro to Consider Adopting Transit-to-Parks Strategic Plan
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The plan lists various initiatives that Metro and other local agencies could do to improve transit access to parks, such as increasing service, incorporating park access into bus service changes, mapping, and improving first/last mile connections.
Merced Bicycle Coalition Launches Pedicab Rides for Seniors
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The Merced Bicycle Coalition, in partnership with two senior residential facilities, has launched a fun program that gets seniors out and about via pedicabs.
San Joaquin Regional Transit District Debuts Tactile, “Talking” Maps for Visually Impaired Riders
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San Joaquin Regional Transit District launched a new service that will make it easier for people who are visually impaired and blind to navigate its system using audio and tactile maps of the RTD’s boarding stations.