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DoBi Is Done for the Moment — Share Your Thoughts on the Pilot Via a CDOT Survey
Meanwhile, Mayor Emanuel announced that -- one way or another -- bike-share will be expanded to include the entire city, thanks to a grant from the Bloomberg Foundation.
November 1, 2018
Neighbors March Against Displacement in Logan Square
Hundreds of residents showed up to demand that new development, including TOD, be done equitably, so as not to force longtime residents out of the neighborhood.
October 30, 2018
What Would Equity in Urban Planning Look Like?
At a panel hosted by the American Planning Association, professionals discussed local transportation equity issues, and the challenges facing women and people of color in the field.
October 19, 2018
What Roles Do Transportation, Housing, and Development Play in Dismantling Segregation
Representatives of WBEZ, LUCHA, MPC, and Blue Sky Strategies discussed how urban planning and policy can be used to address age-old inequities.
October 18, 2018
Bike Walk Fund Campaigns Could Bring More Safety Projects to Underserved Areas
Active Trans is calling for $20 million to be earmarked in Chicago's budget each year, and $50 million in the Illinois budget annually, to fund bike and pedestrian projects, prioritizing underserved areas.
October 15, 2018
CMAP Emphasizes Investment in Underserved Communities in ON TO 2050 Plan
According to CMAP, "Regions that are more inclusive have longer, stronger periods of prosperity and shorter periods of stagnation."
October 10, 2018
Eyes on the Street: The Roscoe and School/Aldine Greenways Are Ready to Ride
The new greenways feature an unusual raised bike lane section, pedestrian improvements, and some walk signals that are accessible to people with visual impairments.
October 9, 2018
How Do We Ensure Residents Can Stay in Their Communities to Benefit From the Paseo?
During a panel discussion hosted by the American Planning Association, community leaders argued that measures need to be taken to preserve affordability along the new trail.
October 8, 2018
Drivers Struck 296 People in Reilly’s Ward in the Last Year, No Reported Riverwalk Crashes
The car-pedestrian crashes included 48 cases with incapacitating injuries, but there have been no media reports of serious bike/ped crashes in the ward. So why is Alderman Reilly focused on banning bikes on the riverwalk?
October 3, 2018
Active Trans’ South Branch Leadership Workshop Covered Smart Strategies for Advocacy
The seminar focused on Brighton Park, McKinley Park, Bridgeport, and Pilsen.
October 1, 2018
