January 31, 2012
by julie
Comments Off on Tuesday Transpo Bill Update!
Yeah, up the defcon level and shake your panic maker. Today’s the day the proposed Transpo Bill gets published. Turns out it may be even worse than previously rumored. A few points: Transportation Enhancements become optional. Safe Routes to Schools … Continue reading
January 28, 2012
by julie
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I’ve been on a wee bit of a spree lately about the continual state of Defcon 11 every time there is federal hiccuping about restricting funds for Transportation Enhancements, or cutting Safe Routes to Schools, or classifying bicycles as vegetables … Continue reading
January 27, 2012
by julie
Comments Off on Summation of Proposed Transport Bill Sort of Available
Streetsblog reports that there is a rough summary of the proposed panic-worthy transportation bill being considered in committee. They do a rundown on it, and refer to it as “A March of Horribles.” One key thing in their summary to … Continue reading
January 27, 2012
by julie
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Next Thursday, February 2, the House Transportation Committee is expected to vote on the “American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act.” Note the propaganda-friendly naming. This is, in fact, intended to be the long-awaited multi-year transportation bill. As usual, we are … Continue reading
December 14, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Update: Senate Commerce Committee Approves Complete Streets Language
In a follow-up to yesterday’s post seeking supportive contacts to Senate Commerce Committee members considering an amendment concerning Complete Streets to be considered today, the Commerce Committee unanimously approved the language. Now, of course, it will move on to the … Continue reading