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New York City Transit is facing hard times
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority moves 8.5 million people every day with a $10.8 billion operating budget. At the monthly board meeting scheduled for this Thursday the news is bleak. Currently the authority is looking at $1.2 billion deficit. You read that correctly, $1.2 billion. Read more >
New bicycle route mapping tool: Cyclowiki
A new wiki-based online bicycle route mapping tool that promises to make it more convenient to plan your next bike trip in the seven county metro area! Read more >
Streetcars in the Twin Cities
A video about the history of streetcars in the Twin Cities by the Minnesota Historical Society.
Car Sharing
As a carless resident of the Twin Cities I find that my need to use a car is rare. Sometimes life and work create situations where you just need one for a few hours or even a day. I woke up and today was one of those days. I walked over this morning and got into a hybrid prius Hour Car. Read more >
Open House Today for the Rondo Frogtown Partnership's new Community Change Center
The Frogtown Rondo Partnership is holding an open house this afternoon, Thursday, November 13 at 4:30pm for its new Community Change Center. The Community Change Center office is located at 533 North Dale Street. Read more >
Community Planning (Block Party Style)
Block parties are one of New York's most cherished institutions—kicking back, getting out the grill, watching the kids play, and hanging out on a safe, quiet street. With thousands happening every year, there's bound to be one near you. Read more >
Moving Me
Riding the bus, the train, a bike, and taking a walk. Song by John Akre and Beth Peloff. Animation by John. sloppyfilms.com
$60 million in federal funds for Minnesota and the foreclosure crisis
A new program is being established by HUD, the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, which is going to provide $60 million in federal funds to Minnesota with the aim to sell and rehabilitate foreclosed and vacant properties. Read more >
St. Paul Police Department Bike Cops
Here is a Minnesota Public Radio News segment profiling St. Paul Bike Cops and the bikes they ride.
Research finds Supportive Housing helps surrounding neighborhood values.
In a recent study released by the Furman Center for Real Estate & Urban Policy at New York University found that supportive housing positively impacts the value of the surrounding neighborhood. Read more >
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