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🚴♂️ Discover how Waterloo, Iowa is revolutionizing urban mobility. In close collaboration with Waterloo, we transformed the Park Avenue corridor, introducing cutting-edge bicycle signals and a road diet approach to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists. These cost-effective strategies have made Park Avenue a safer and more enjoyable place for everyone. Learn more about how small cities can make a big impact:

On December 18, join us for an evening in Amsterdam where we talk about Speed and Safety in cities. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e44PQ6Xe Vehicle speeds, whether cars, trucks, or e-bikes, profoundly affect our experience of cities. What feels too fast or too slow often depends on the place we occupy in traffic: a pedestrian may feel endangered by a motorist’s speed, while the motorist simply wants to reach their destination. Traditionally, fixed speed limits have been the solution, but these don’t account for the dynamic nature of urban spaces, nor the emergence of new vehicle types. Unsafe streets push people into safer vehicles, but in doing so, we risk neglecting making safer streets. To create safer, more livable streets, we need to rethink our approach to speed regulation, considering the evolving complexity of urban life. This event marks the start of our journey towards the Speed Summit in 2025. The conversation opens with Carl Honoré, Luca Bertolini, Marjolein de Lange, and Onno Kramer exploring what should come first for liveable cities: safe streets or safe vehicles. Event Details: Wednesday, 18th December 2024 At 20:00 hours. Grote Zaal, Pakhuis de Zwijger, Piet Heinkade 179, 1019 HC Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Free Admission. Registration via https://lnkd.in/e44PQ6Xe

Just over a week to go till I'm on stage in Amsterdam wrestling with big questions like: 1. What does a safe, liveable street look like? 2. How should we integrate faster bikes into urban transport? 3. Is there a right speed for moving through a city? Can't wait! #urbanism #slowurbanism #urbantransport #safecities #slowcities #slowcity #cittaslow #slowmovement

The complete streets concept, a holistic way of looking at urban mobility, aims to encourage active modes of transport by providing bike lanes, broader sidewalks, benches and green spaces. As a result, traffic casualties in Brazil have decreased over the past 20 years and city centres have become more vibrant, cleaner, and resilient. The World Resources Institute, a member of the Partnership for Active Travel and Health, presents some best practice examples and examines the challenges these projects face in this article. 👇 https://lnkd.in/e4cTAheH

|| Narrow Streets, No Problem! || Kyoto, Japan really showed some unique takes on intersection management for local-local roads. While cars and trucks use these routes to access houses and small commercial businesses, the streets themselves are set for pedestrians and cyclists. In the video below, the majority of the signage approaching and departing the intersection are cyclists focused. That in itself demonstrates which mode of transport is the dominant movement. The symbology for approaching cyclists is also very unique, in my opinion, as the front wheel is shown as an ! with a limit line for stopping just slightly ahead. In Cremorne, Melbourne, we have some familiarly narrow streets with footpaths lacking. Particularly at the intersections with the east-west laneways, sight lines make for some challenging navigation under conventional Australian operations. So, rather than waiting for development to enable better setbacks or sightlines, would something like the below set-up not be a stepping stone to a successful street network? Streets Alive Yarra Yarra City Council Department of Transport and Planning Victorian Planning Authority

“Luke Bornheimer of Streets Forward criticized SFMTA’s Biking and Rolling Plan, saying it lacks a clear vision for a citywide [protected] bike lane network and pointing out that […] connected bike lanes help reduce car traffic, improve safety, and make streets better for all.” If you want a connected network of curbside protected bikeways, follow Streets Forward, sign up for updates at https://StreetsForward.org, and tap the ‘Get More Involved’ button now. Together, we can transform our streets into safe, equitable, and sustainable public spaces for all. https://lnkd.in/gYSwwrEX

This week, I had the privilege of participating in our second #urbanclab #FieldTrip to #Detroit. We delved into the city's history, grappled with its challenges, and brainstormed innovative solutions inspired by lessons learned here and from our global partners #BuroHappold. Below is a brief clip of our e-scooter ride along the renowned Dequindre Cut, with my colleague Kirsten Melling and Alexis Santella. It was a beautiful afternoon, and my first scooter ride was an incredible experience. Yet, as we considered this public realm as a #NatureBasedSolution to Detroit's challenges, such as #FutureMobility and #UrbanTransformation, several questions arose. Why were there so few people on the route? Was it too straight? Could there be more exit points and destinations along the way? Could the route feature more than just grass and murals? How were the scooters charged? Could the scooter ride be made more affordable? Asking these questions doesn't imply that the current situation is inadequate. Nothing is perfect. The Dequindre Cut, along with other projects we visited in Detroit like the Detroit Riverfront, Joe Louis Greenway, and Eastern Market, are all remarkable examples of recent urban development. These experiences continue to inspire us to explore solutions to the challenges our city faces.

🏗️ We are there every step of the way. It’s one of the things that make Park Lane Developments into who we are. Our principles guide us forward - find out exactly how! #ParkLaneDevelopments #commercialrealestate #DowntheMemoryLane

Enhancing street safety one curb extension at a time! 🚶♀️🌳 Shorter crossings, slower traffic, and greener streets. #UrbanDesign #PedestrianSafety #CompleteStreets Learn more at NACTO.org. #UrbanDesign #SustainableCities #CompleteStreets NNACTO

This weekend, get out and explore! Check out a pocket park and complete street near you. 🌳🚶♀️🚴♂️ These aren't just buzzwords, here's what they mean for your community: Pocket Parks: Tiny green spaces tucked into surprising places, creating spots for relaxation, connection, and a touch of nature. Complete Streets: Reimagined streets with wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and safer crossings – designed for everyone, not just cars. The Proof is Out There: Walkability Boost: Studies show increased foot traffic, encouraging active lifestyles. Safety Matters: Data points to fewer accidents for pedestrians and cyclists. Economic Edge: Can drive up property values and support local businesses. It's Not Just Talk: Across the region, communities are seeing and noticing the benefits. Visit this one this weekend – walk, bike, relax, and experience the change firsthand. Search "pocket parks near me" or "complete streets near me". Share the experience! Show how these spaces improve your community. Eastern States Construction knows how to make it happen. Our expertise in earthwork and land use ensures we maximize the potential of every project. Let's create more livable communities, together. #pocketparks #completestreets #livable #walkablecommunities #urbanplanning #EasternStates #weekendplans #futureuse