The Hub 9/29/2023: 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.
Feet First Philly launched the 4th round of their Public Space Enhancement Mini-grant Program. Applications open now through October 9th.
The Inquirer: Lincoln Drive will get devices to force drivers to slow down, PennDOT and city officials said – PennDOT and city officials announced a plan to slow vehicles and improve safety on Lincoln Drive in West Mount Airy. They will install four speed tables at either end of Lincoln Drive along with rumble strips along the corridor, and flexible posts with reflectors to prevent vehicles from parking too close to intersections. The safety upgrade will begin this fall through spring or summer of 2024.
Metro Philly: Biden administration announces $1.4 billion to improve rail safety and boost capacity in 35 states – The Biden Administration has awarded over $1.4 billion, which comes from the 2021 infrastructure bill, to fund 70 projects that will improve rail safety and boost capacity. Projects are located across 35 states and Washington D.C. These projects include “track upgrades and bridge repairs along with improving connectivity among railways and making routes less vulnerable to extreme weather.”
The Inquirer: SEPTA riders can pay with credit or debit cards and phone apps starting Friday – really! – SEPTA joined other cities like New York as it launched its new payment options on Friday September 29th, which allows riders to pay using credit or debit cards and smartphone wallets (including apps like Apple Pay and Google Pay). With these new payment options riders will be charged $2 per ride with two free transfers which is similar to the keycard option minus the pre-registration requirement. Customers are warned to avoid “card clash” and are advised to take out the card or phone they intend to use before tapping in.
Other Stories
The Inquirer: SEPTA puts together the real estate for its trolley barn after setbacks
The Guardian: The last stop: what happens when a US city’s subway starts to die?
WHYY: Philadelphia Eagles unveil ‘kelly green’ hydrogen fueling station
Arch daily: More than Parking lots: Can Parking Facilities Provide new Spaces to Cities?
