Transit

New York City Transit is facing hard times

Matt I. — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:11:35 -0600

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 >

The Future of Convenience?

Matt I. — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:51:42 -0600

What will “convenience” stores look like in five years? What about 10? Some forward-thinking strategists at SuperAmerica, Holiday Stationstores, Kwik Trip or Oasis Markets had better be rethinking their prototype store model because the convenience retail landscape is going to be changing very dramatically and very quickly. Read more >

Streetcars in the Twin Cities

Matt I. — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 21:23:31 -0600

A video about the history of streetcars in the Twin Cities by the Minnesota Historical Society.

Car Sharing

Matt I. — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:16:34 -0600

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

Lisa Bender — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:31:36 -0600

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 >

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) on 35W

Antonio Rosell — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:07:32 -0600

Key decisions about the future of Bus Rapid Transit on I-35W will be made within the next 6 months (to mid 2009) based on the recent federal Urban Partnership Agreement (UPA) awarded to Minneapolis. Studies exploring the potential for high quality - high speed transit along 35W are included. Read more >

Community Planning (Block Party Style)

Matt I. — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:16:23 -0600

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

Matthew Lang — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:44:05 -0600

Riding the bus, the train, a bike, and taking a walk. Song by John Akre and Beth Peloff. Animation by John. sloppyfilms.com

Washington County Commissioner-Elect wants out of transit tax

Natalie Collins — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:27:32 -0600

The election has reversed the Washington County Commission's slim 3-2 margin in favor of the 1/4 cent sales tax for transit. Washington County was expected to contribute about $5 million to the pool.

CA Voters Pass High-Speed Rail Measure

Natalie Collins — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 22:24:28 -0600

The California Secretary of State reports that Proposition 1A: Safe, Reliable High-Speed Train Bond Act has passed with 52.2% of votes in favor. The measure allows California to issue $9.95 billion in bonds to begin construction of an inter-city 220 mph rail system linking the major population centers between Sacramento and San Diego.