What Would MAP-21 Mean for MPOs?
On Wednesday, March 14, the full Senate passed MAP-21, a two-year transportation reauthorization bill (more details).
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Managing Our Systems for an Effective State and National Learning Network
Hi, my name is Kathy Cooke, and I'm network coordinator for the Safe Routes Partnership! Even though I battle daily to get my two sons to put on a jacket or long pants during Portland's rainier months, I've found ways to make sure other "systems" are in place that help them get safely to and from school. We have tools at the ready to fix their bike brakes or pump air in their tires.
Push for Transportation Bill Stalls in House; Current Law Extended
March has been quite a month for Congressional action on the transportation bill. Unfortunately, it is looking like the momentum will have a tough time carrying over into April.
Safe Routes Can Increase Bicycling
Next week I go to the National Bike Summit with several other staff and 800 of my closest friends to promote federal funding for bicycling (and walking). I find it frustrating that after decades of activism we still are not an accepted form of transportation in America in many places!
Introducing the Southern California Regional Policy Blog
(Note: Pauline Chow and Rye Baerg joined the Safe Routes Partnership in January 2012 as our new regional policy managers in Southern California.)
Introducing the Bay Area Regional Policy Blog
I am so happy to be in my new position - working to strengthen policies and funding streams to help everyone enjoy a healthier and happier life in the beautiful environment of the San Francisco Bay Area.