The Hub 12/2/16: Clean Air Council’s Weekly Round-up of Transportation News
“The Hub” is a weekly round-up of transportation related news in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Check back weekly to keep up to date on the issues Clean Air Council’s transportation staff finds important.
People For Bikes: Yelp is on its way – You can now use whether or not a business offers secure bike parking as part of your decision when choosing a new restaurant or shop. Businesses that value their bike customers will have a leg up.
BostonGlobe.com: Boston is set to lower its speed limit in January – As part of its Vision Zero effort, Boston will lower its default speed limit from 30 to 25. The chances of surviving a vehicle crash increase dramatically as speeds decrease.
WestPhillyLocal.com: Groundbreaking for 40th Street trolley portal remodel, including restaurant, next week – Developers will break ground on December 6th on a restaurant complete with ample public space at the 40th Street trolley portal.
PlanPhilly: Street Diplomacy: How Philadelphia’s first Complete Streets Director expects to get the job done – Read about how Kelley Yemen plans to accomplish big goals towards Vision Zero and complete streets in Philadelphia.
Image Source: WestPhillyLocal.com
