Multimodal Transportation

People biking along beach path with moored ship in San Diego, California.

San Diego Adopts First Mobility Master Plan

The plan provides a comprehensive framework for making San Diego’s transportation network more multimodal, accessible, and sustainable.

May 2, 2025 - SD News

Woman and two children sit on bench at public transit stop waiting for tram with stroller next to them.

Are Mobility Hubs Child-Friendly?

‘Mobility hubs’ aim to make urban travel easier by connecting travel modes. Adding more services could make them more accessible and useful to women and families.

March 7, 2025 - Streetsblog USA

Complete Street

‘Complete Streets’ Webpage Deleted in Federal Purge

Basic resources and information on building bike lanes and sidewalks, formerly housed on the government’s Complete Streets website, are now gone.

February 27, 2025 - Streetsblog USA

ELderly woman wearing black helmet and blue puffy vest stands next to e-bike with white and brown dog in rear basket.

Washington State E-Bike Rebate Set to Launch in April

The state program will offer up to $1,200 to fund the purchase of electric bikes.

February 4, 2025 - The Bellingham Herald

Bird's eye view of moderately busy large freeway interchange in California.

California Environmental Leaders Call on State Agencies to Prioritize Multimodal Transportation

Even before President Trump took office, California was not meeting its emissions reduction goals.

January 27, 2025 - Streetsblog California

Blue electric bus at charging station with monorail train passing on elevated rail above and older model trolley bus in background.

The Impact of Sustainable Transportation Solutions on Urban Mobility

Discover how sustainable transportation solutions are transforming urban mobility, enhancing efficiency, and reducing environmental impact.

January 15, 2025 - Devin Partida

Cyclist on bike in green painted bike lane at intersection with three-story buildings in background.

NACTO Releases Updated Urban Bikeway Guide

The third edition of the nationally recognized road design guide includes detailed design advice for roads that prioritize safety and accessibility for all users.

January 8, 2025 - National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO)

PEople on bikes, pedestrians, and a bike share station under Pont Neuf in Paris, France.

Cycling Doubles in Paris After Infrastructure Improvements

The city’s efforts to improve its bike infrastructure are paying off in spades.

January 7, 2025 - Momentum Magazine

People, cars, bikes and buses traveling through a busy intersection on 5th Avenue and 23rd Street in New York City with shining sunlight background.

How Much Does the President Influence Transportation Funding?

Whether it’s a preference for highway expansion, passenger rail, or bike infrastructure, different administrations can shift grantmaking priorities at the federal level.

October 13, 2024 - Smart Cities Dive

Woman pressing beg button at crosswalk about to cross street.

California Governor Signs Complete Streets Bill Into Law

The state’s transportation agency will be required to prioritize multimodal transportation infrastructure and improve transparency.

September 30, 2024 - Streetsblog California

View from overpass of traffic on Cross Bronx Expressway in New York City.

NYDOT Planning Further Cross Bronx Highway Expansion

Previously unreleased plans reveal a ‘greenwashed’ plan to expand the roadway with minimal commitment to connectivity and multimodal infrastructure.

September 26, 2024 - StreetsBlog NYC

Green painted bike and pedestrian trail with view of San Francisco Bay.

California Legislature Issues Revised Budget Proposal

The new plan rejects some of Gov. Newsom’s proposed cuts to active transportation funding.

June 2, 2024 - Streetsblog California

Yellow CROSSWALK sign hanging above a street in downtown Seattle, Washington.

Seattle Mayor Raises Transportation Levy by $100 Million

The proposal sent to City Council includes more funding for multimodal transportation and road safety.

May 7, 2024 - The Urbanist

Blue and white Pittsburgh bike share bikes lined up at a station with a red city bus on street in background.

Micromobility Operators Call for Better Links to Transit

For shared mobility to succeed, systems must tap into the connectivity and funding potential offered by closer collaboration with public transit.

March 4, 2024 - GovTech

Close-up of crowded bike rack on university campus with students walking in background.

Despite Funding Challenges, Chapel Hill Offers Extensive Free Transportation Network

The North Carolina college town boasts free transit and dozens of miles of bike lanes and greenways.

February 21, 2024 - Yahoo News

Green lawn in city park full of people sitting on lawn chairs with urban high-rises in background.

All We Want for the Holidays is…

Here are a dozen timely gift ideas for creating better communities.

December 15, 2023 - Todd Litman

110-10 Interchange

L.A. Times: California Must Shift Transportation Spending Priorities

Despite its ambitious emissions reduction goals, California continues to spend a majority of transportation funds on car-centric infrastructure.

October 12, 2023 - Los Angeles Times

Man riding bicycle wearing black helmet on New York City street.

Tracking the Rise of Biking in the U.S.

Since the Covid-19 pandemic began, most U.S. cities saw a sharp rise in the number of trips taken by bike, but a recent plateau indicates a need for better infrastructure to promote continued growth.

September 27, 2023 - Bloomberg CityLab

People on bikes in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

FHWA Issues New Pedestrian, Bike, Micromobility Guidance

The updated federal guidelines incorporate new policies created in the 2021 infrastructure law.

May 22, 2023 - Smart Cities Dive

Mother and child on bicycles riding on green dedicated bike lane

Essay: How Poor Pedestrian Planning Harms Families

A lack of safe bike and pedestrian infrastructure can drive young families away from places that don’t accommodate car-free residents.

May 22, 2023 - Streetsblog USA

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