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Token Gestures Don't Attract Bike Riders—Connected, Safe Bike Infrastructure Does

A project touted as the "largest pop-up bike grid in the world" achieved rare levels of success on getting people on their bikes in Macon, Georgia.

August 5, 2017 - Bicycle Times

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Awarding the Best Ideas for Successful Cities

The Knight Foundation asked: "What’s your best idea to make cities more successful?" When it came time to pick the best ideas, design and planning ideas for places like Wichita, Biloxi, and Akron emerged.

June 13, 2017 - The Architect's Newspaper

Better Block Project Celebrates Diversity in Akron

The Exchange House will open in February, offering a hostel and much more for the immigrant communities of Akron's North Hill neighborhood.

January 16, 2017 - Cleveland.com

Pop Up Protected Bike Lanes

Six Good, Duplicable Ideas for Cities

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Here's hoping these winning ideas for cities are exported around the country.

April 15, 2016 - Fast Co.Exist

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