Why Syracuse Is Better Today
Armory Square in Downtown Syracuse was spared the wrecking ball of urban renewal… and it’s better today as a result
Tag: walkability
Opinions Versus Narratives: The Story Of Who We Are
Instead of talking about “opinions” let’s look at peoples’ “narratives.”
53 Minutes in Downtown Syracuse With Michael John Heagerty
A quick walk around Downtown Syracuse with mover and shaker Michael John Heagerty restored my faith that our cities can continue to thrive
Urban Unfamiliar: Wednesday Evening In A Different City
An after work trip to a different city can be the perfect micro-getaway
Why Don’t Crosswalks Have Stop Signs?
Pedestrians are the most vulnerable users of our right of ways. So why do they not receive the prioritization they deserve?
Is It A Sidewalk? Is It A Path?
Widening a sidewalk and calling it a trail CAN work… but it needs other pedestrian and cycling-focused amenities to maximize its potential
Shamokin Dam, PA: No Pedestrians Allowed
A retail stretch along Route 15 in Pennsylvania is, quite literally, only accessible by car
The Expectation Of Speed
Wide, multi-lane roads that marginalize pedestrians don’t just encourage speed, they justify it
Pave and Plow: The Next Standard For American Trails
While trail networks seem to be gaining popularity, we must consider paving and, if necessary, removing snow from them so that they may be a year-round resource
Covid-19 Cancelling Your Bike Share? Here Are Some Options
Check out these micro-mobility options that can help you crush your commute or last-mile adventure
A Solo Walk Along A Busy Road
Now is our chance to see how rewarding a car-light society can feel
When People Have Nowhere To Drive, They Walk
I rarely see people on this trail. Today, everyone was using it.
If I Lived On A Streetcar Line, I Could Probably Rule The World
Public transit is better for our communities and our environment. But for me and other like me, it’s simply more fun.
Crosswalks Should Be Sacred Spaces Of Life
Crosswalks are the places where drivers should always be reminded that they are piloting heavy machinery that shares space with a living world
Ballparks Have Embraced Walkable Environments
If sports teams, who’s existence is dependent on ticket sales, are making this a priority, shouldn’t all of our cities, communities and neighborhoods?