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Most state transportation funding is going towards projects that increase driving and greenhouse gas emissions. Image from ClimatePlan.

State Air Quality Board and Transportation Commission to Meet, Explore Mutual Concerns

By Melanie Curry | Jun 26, 2018 | 2 Comments

On Wednesday, the California Air Resources Board (ARB) and the California Transportation Commission (CTC) will hold its first joint meeting to discuss issues of mutual concern. The meeting is being held to fulfill requirements of A.B. 179, passed last year, that requires the two groups to meet at least twice a year to “coordinate implementation […]

San Francisco has high rates of transit use and walking trips, making it a more livable place. Photo: Melanie Curry/Streetsblog

San Francisco, Berkeley on AARP list of Top Ten “Livable Cities”

By Melanie Curry | Jun 21, 2018 | 6 Comments

It's not that surprising to see San Francisco and Berkeley in AARP's list of most livable cities, because they are very well served by transit and both have progressive policies aimed at improving people's lives. But they are expensive.

Lime e-scooters in Santa Monica. Photo by Joe Linton

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Not Exactly One Bill to Rule Them All

By Melanie Curry | Jun 13, 2018 | 41 Comments

Cities around the state are trying to figure out how to regulate e-scooters, and a state bill aims for consistent basic safety rules.

Westwood's new neighborhood council could help catalyze more progressive initiatives there

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Political Earthquake in Westwood

By Ryan Snyder | May 29, 2018

A new neighborhood council should help Westwood become the interesting, progressive neighborhood that it ought to be.

Caltrans is looking for applicants for a new California Walk and Bike Technical Advisory Committee, to represent the needs of people of all ages and abilities. Photo: Melanie Curry/Streetsblog

New Opportunity to Help Shape State Bike and Ped Policy, Design: Deadline Soon

By Melanie Curry | May 14, 2018 | 1 Comment

The California Bicycle Advisory Committee—CBAC—will be replaced by one that is more diverse and inclusive, and includes pedestrian issues

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The Freedom of Being a “Bike Mom”

By Angie Schmitt | May 14, 2018

In honor of Mother's Day, one mom explains how biking has helped her cope with the tough times and enjoy the ordinary.

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