The Hub 3/14/2025: 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.
PhillyVoice: Mayor Parker proposes boost to Vision Zero funding after cuts to traffic safety program drew backlash last year – On Thursday, in her budget proposal, Mayor Parker revisited her commitment to Vision Zero and traffic safety, by proposing $5 million for fiscal year 2026 and $30 million in capital investments through 2031. The mayor also proposed funding for concrete barriers to bike lanes on Spruce and Pine Streets. There will be public hearings and comment sessions as the budget must be approved by City Council by July 1st.
PhillyVoice: Car-free streets return to Center City on Sundays in April – Rittenhouse Square will be transformed into a car-free zone on Sundays in April. Seven blocks along 18th Street from Locust to Chestnut Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., allowing people to gather in the streets, shop, and enjoy live entertainment.
PhillyVoice: SEPTA adds designated areas to park strollers on six bus routes – SEPTA aims to make traveling easier for families, and has taken steps to add designated stroller areas on six bus routes. 120 buses that service routes 23,25,32,49,58, and 84 will get stroller spots. This change is a result of feedback from customers and operators. A video on the agency’s website demonstrates how to use the stroller space.
Other Stories
WHYY: School zone speed cameras bill stalls in Philadelphia council committee
BillyPenn: Planning director discusses Roundhouse, Greyhound station, housing push
PhillyVoice: Despite Trump rollbacks, experts say electric vehicles are ‘here to stay’ in America’s automotive future
PhillyVoice: New bike lanes approved on Temple University campus, in Spring Garden area and near Logan Square
PhillyVoice: Sewer project will close Market Street ramp to I-95 South for two weeks
NextCity: Transit Stations Aren’t Designed for Women and Caregivers. Here’s How To Change That.
PlanPhilly: Spring Garden bike lanes still on track to connect Delaware to Schuylkill River trails, for now
