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Wesley Cook ⚡🚲
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Cargo Bike Dad and MARTA enthusiast

Proud resident of the D5 bubble

Mastodon 🐘: https://theatl.social/@wesley
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zachlipton.com
I think entirely too much about how California’s climate plan explicitly says that converting to EVs is not nearly enough to meet our greenhouse gas reduction targets so we need to reduce VMT 25% by 2030, and then we do basically nothing to try to achieve that goal
Strategies for Achieving Success • Achieve a per capita VMT reduction of at least 25 percent below 2019 levels by 2030 and 30 percent below 2019 levels by 2045. 339 Reimagine new roadway projects that decrease VT in a way that meets community needs and reduces the need to drive. • Invest in making public transit a viable alternative to driving by increasing affordability, reliability, coverage, service frequency, and consumer experience. 340 • Implement equitable roadway pricing strategies based on local context and need, reallocating revenues to improve transit, bicycling, and other sustainable transportation choices. 341 • Expand and complete planned networks of high-quality active transportation infrastructure.342 • Channel the deployment of autonomous vehicles, ride-hailing services, and other new mobility options toward high passenger-occupancy and low VT-impact service models that complement transit and ensure equitable access for priority populations. • Streamline access to public transportation through programs such as the California Integrated Travel Project. • Ensure alignment of land use, housing, transportation, and conservation planning in adopted regional plans, such as regional transportation plans (RTP)/ sustainable communities strategies (SCS), regional housing needs assessments (RHNA), and local plans (e.g., general plans, zoning, and local transportation plans), and develop tools to support implementation of these plans. 2.1 Zero-emission vehicles are not enough to solve the climate crisis. Contrary to popular belief, zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) alone are not enough to solve the climate crisis. The 2022 Scoping Plan illustrates that despite cleaner vehicles and low-carbon fuels, the path to carbon neutrality by 2045 also depends on reducing per capita VMT (the total passenger vehicle miles driven by an average person in California on any given day). To meet the carbon neutrality goal, the Scoping Plan proposes reducing VMT from 24.6 miles per day in 2019 to 18.4 miles by 2030 (a 25 percent reduction) and to 17.2 miles per day by 2045 (a 30 percent reduction). Approximately 30 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in 2045 will still burn fossil fuels even with all new car sales being ZEVs by 2035 through implementation of CARB's Advanced Clean Cars Il regulations.? Additionally, driving, regardless of vehicle technology, will also continue to produce particulate emissions from brake and tire wear. Figure W depicts the reduction in VT identified by the Scoping Plan as necessary to help achieve the State's GHG reduction goals (green solid line), accompanied by a ' For more information on progress made toward achieving climate goals under SB 375 see: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/documents/tracking-progress 2 For more information on the Advanced Clean Cars Il regulations adopted by CARB's board on August 25, 2022, see: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/advanced-clean-cars-program/advanced-clean-cars- 4 California Air Resources Board 2022 Scoping Plan November 2022 trajectory whereby average per capita daily driving continues to increase at its historic average growth rate (red line with dashes and dots) The blue dotted line shows a trajectory where average per capita daily driving remains unchanged from 2019 levels. Substantial and immediate action is needed to reverse current trends in order to reduce VMT to support achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. Figure W. VMT tra…
November 22, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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howephil.bsky.social
“It is imperative we provide safe, reliable, and continuous bike infrastructure connecting Midtown and Downtown to all quadrants of the city, such as to the Beltline and beyond.”

Couldn’t have said it better myself.
roughdraftatlanta.com/2025/11/19/m...
November 20, 2025 at 1:20 AM
wesley.theatl.social
Okay I didn't fully understand what they were doing at the Trolley Trail crossing over Moreland until I saw this diagram...and I don't think I like it
Plans showing a center median on Moreland Avenue. A crosswalk is shown connecting a path on either side
November 21, 2025 at 12:23 AM
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brenttoderian.bsky.social
Keep this in mind when people claim cars mean business — closing Central #Madrid to cars over holidays resulted in a 9.5% boost in retail spending on its main shopping street: STUDY.

There was also a 71% drop in air pollution.

Via @carltonreid.com in @forbes.com. #citymakingmath #citiesforpeople
Closing Central Madrid To Cars Resulted In 9.5% Boost To Retail Spending, Finds Bank Analysis
City of Madrid significantly boosted the takings of its shops and restaurants last Christmas by banning cars from the CBD, finds an analysis by Spain's second largest bank.
www.forbes.com
November 20, 2025 at 6:21 AM
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zschamis.com
Ponce ramp to the beltline is finally open!!
November 20, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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ruwaromman.bsky.social
We’re hearing helicopters and word is spreading of massive ICE raids tomorrow and Friday particularly in Gwinnett. These excessive raids put all of us in danger. Spread the word, look out for each other, and remember your rights.
White text on red background reads: You Have Constitutional Rights DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking. If you are inside of your house, show the card through the window or slide it under the door. DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent. DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer. If you are outside of your house, SHOW THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. Ask the agent if you are free to leave and if they say you can, leave calmly. White text on red background reads You Have Constitutional Rights I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or hand you any documents based on my 5th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. I do not give you permission to enter my home based on my 4th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution unless you have a warrant to enter, signed by a judge or magistrate with my name on it that you slide under the door. I do not give you permission to search any of my belongings based on my 4th Amendment rights. I choose to exercise my constitutional rights. White text on red background reads: Usted tiene derechos constitucionales: NO ABRA LA PUERTA si un agente de inmigración está tocando la puerta. NO CONTESTE NINGUNA PREGUNTA de un agente de inmigración si el trata de hablar con usted. Usted tiene el derecho de mantenerse callado. NO FIRME NADA sin antes hablar con un abogado. Usted tiene el derecho de hablar con un abogado. Si usted está afuera de su casa, pregunte al agente si es libre para irse y si dice que sí, váyase con tranquilidad. ENTREGUE LA TARJETA EN INGLÉS AL AGENTE. Si usted está dentro de su casa, muestre la tarjeta por la ventana o pásela debajo de la puerta. Usted tiene derechos constitucionales: No deseo hablar con usted, responder a sus preguntas ni firmar o entregarle ningún documento, basándome en mis derechos de la Quinta Enmienda de la Constitución de los Estados Unidos. No le doy permiso para entrar a mi hogar, basándome en mis derechos de la Cuarta Enmienda de la Constitución de los Estados Unidos, a menos que tenga una orden de registro firmada por un juez o magistrado con mi nombre, que deslice por debajo de la puerta. No le doy permiso para registrar ninguna de mis pertenencias, basándome en mis derechos de la Cuarta Enmienda. Elijo ejercer mis derechos constitucionales.
November 20, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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modacitylife.com
"If we want a public space where you feel safe and welcome, and where you have a sense of ownership, we have to change mobility."

Major changes are taking place in cities worldwide in the areas of housing, safety, and sustainability. And women are the forefront of these initiatives: bit.ly/44jk3QR
Photos of car-free urban spaces filled with pedestrians in Montreal, Tirana, Paris, and Brussels. Photos of car-free urban spaces filled with pedestrians in Montreal, Tirana, Paris, and Brussels. Photos of car-free urban spaces filled with pedestrians in Montreal, Tirana, Paris, and Brussels. Photos of car-free urban spaces filled with pedestrians in Montreal, Tirana, Paris, and Brussels.
November 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
wesley.theatl.social
Everyone's missing the point. Suburbs aren't bad. Car dependent sprawling suburbs are bad.

A lot of neighborhoods that people love were originally street car suburbs that were integrated via transit with the urban core.

Now suburbs are built far out and lock everyone into car dependency
whstancil.bsky.social Will Stancil @whstancil.bsky.social · 4d
Right, this is true, but the OVERWHELMING evidence of the past 100 years of American life is that vastly more people want space and a car than a smaller unit and a car-free lifestyle. This is mostly why the suburban share of US population has grown relentlessly for the entire 20th and 21st century
twiceborn.bsky.social @twiceborn.bsky.social · 4d
Some people put a premium on space in my experience, others put a premium on not having to have a car and not being isolated out in the suburbs
November 18, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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davidzipper.bsky.social
China is bringing the hammer down on hyper-fast EVs, setting a minimum 5 seconds for accelerating from 0 to 100 KMH (62 MPH).

For context, the Rivian R1S hits 60 MPH in 2.6 seconds, as does the Tesla Cybertruck in "Beast Mode." (H/t @reillybrennan.com)
China mulls limiting cars' default performance as EV crashes frequently occur
China plans to require passenger vehicles to default to a state where acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes less than five seconds upon each startup.
cnevpost.com
November 17, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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bikebikeyyc.bsky.social
Urban Arrow's secret super power is to transform mundane errands into joyful adventures of urban exploring. #tothegrocerystoreandbeyond
Urban Arrow FamilyNext beside some graffitti Urban Arrow FamilyNext beside some graffitti
November 15, 2025 at 7:39 PM
wesley.theatl.social
I've been trying to fact check some of these claims and honestly they mostly smell of BS

The Georgia limitation of 2 single site PSH projects per year seems related to a tax credit that has to be applied for.

dca.georgia.gov/document/pub...
Georgia Department of Community Affairs limits the entire state to only 2 single-site PSH projects per year. This 55-unit development would consume 50% of Georgia's annual statewide PSH allocation in one Kirkwood neighborhood. Why does Georgia DCA impose such strict limits? Because state housing experts recognize the operational challenges and concentration risks of large single-site PSH facilities. National housing research consistently demonstrates: Tenants in mixed-income properties (fewer than 50% PSH units) have 65% higher odds of housing retention than majority-PSH developments (Minnesota Housing Finance Agency) Federal and state agencies now recommend maximum 25 units per PSH development with mixed-income integration Scattered-site approaches show better tenant outcomes than concentrated facilities
November 13, 2025 at 3:11 AM
wesley.theatl.social
Look if you're gonna graffiti my street could you at least make it look nice? Not asking for the mona lisa here but just put a little effort in

Also think about how it's going to look when the city makes a half assed attempt to clean it off and it just ends up looking faded.
November 12, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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lauragmitchell.com
To address safety issues (bc of drivers) my kids’ school recently changed the pick up process to get rid of the car pick up line entirely.

Caregivers have to park nearby & walk up to the blacktop to get their kids.

It’s calmer, safer, and bikes can still roll right up onto the blacktop.
MCBL Bunch bike is parked at a school with 3 helmets on it
November 11, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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thewaroncars.bsky.social
NEW EPISODE: "The Creation of America's Car Culture." Producer Ilana Strauss talks to @norton.bsky.social about the two men who, in the 1920s, teamed up to sell more cars and shape the way cities handle traffic. Their legacy can be felt across the country today. podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/t...
Cover of book in black and white that says "A proposed traffic ordinance for the city of Los Angeles, withAnnotation and Recommendations for the Remedy of Street Traffic Conditions by Miller McClintock Traffic Consultant, October 8, 1924"
November 11, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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alexwenzel.bsky.social
Nothing is going to change until journalism collectively decides that writing this headline is a fireable offense.
November 9, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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conorsen.bsky.social
The change in Atlanta city politics since I moved here is interesting — traditionally you had Mary Norwood’s (white) Buckhead vs Black southwest Atlanta but now there’s a huge progressive contingent on the east side in district 5:
November 9, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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thewaroncars.bsky.social
Whoa! Due to high demand, our bookseller at our Vancouver show sold out of books. Our apologies to folks who wanted one but didn't get one. More will be available at Pulp Fiction Books, so head over there to pick up Life After Cars. And thank you to everyone who came tonight! What a great city.
Vancouver's Legendary Independent Bookstore | New, Used & Out-of-Print Books | Pulpfiction Books
Vancouver's legendary independent bookstore, Pulpfiction Books, carries new, used, and out-of-print books in most major subject fields.
pulpfictionbooksvancouver.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:32 AM
wesley.theatl.social
I had a dream last night that I ate a hotdog with a loaded baked potato as the bun and ngl I keep thinking about it
November 5, 2025 at 10:40 PM
wesley.theatl.social
We used to have these sorts of public vigils and outcries for everyone killed by a motor vehicle. Now the deaths have been normalized and we only feel outraged when it's a self-driving one...
November 5, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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hypervisible.blacksky.app
“…it took the death of a cat to really galvanize — and divide — the public.”
How a cat named KitKat became San Francisco’s latest symbol of anti-tech rage
This isn’t the first time driverless car technology has been demonized in San Francisco, but it took the death of a cat to really galvanize — and divide — the public.
www.sfchronicle.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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vladimir.theatl.social
defunding local schools is a horrible result for metro Atlanta. Kids can't vote and it is a real shame how few voters understand that having a representative government means voting on their behalf.
https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/GA/Fulton/124753/web.345435/#/summary
November 5, 2025 at 12:21 PM
wesley.theatl.social
Anyone know the results of the ballot measure for the senior homestead exemption for public school funding? Can't find that reported anywhere...
November 5, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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austinlouisray.bsky.social
they didn’t just win, either

they kicked the shit out of ‘em
November 5, 2025 at 1:08 AM
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donmoyn.bsky.social
I'm doing more research on Direct File, interviewing people who worked on the project. Cancelling it is just an incredible own goal, not just because it allowed people to pay taxes for free, but because it was an incredible demonstration that government could build top quality tech products in-house
Once Direct File reached its full stride, it was estimated to save about $11 billion per year for taxpayers (an average of $160 per user) and help unlock about $12 billion in government benefits that those taxpayers were eligible for. The Direct File cost was relatively small, about about $32 million to get it going. This is peanuts compared to the billions that are often wasted on government tech projects that deliver little. One analysis found that it delivered about $106 in value for every dollar invested. Users loved Direct File. In 2024, 86% of users said it increased their trust in IRS, not the most beloved of organizations. The Direct File “net promoter score” (a measure of customer satisfaction and loyalty) is 84, well above that of TurboTax, and even Apple. In user surveys conducted by Code for America, 94% prefer Direct File and state equivalents to their previous filing method and 84% said they were “very satisfiedˮwith another 14% being “satisfied” with the product. Direct File expanded the tax filing pool. Over time, the federal government has shifted more and more of the safety net to the tax system, primarily via the Child Tax Credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit. One problem is that people with very low incomes are not obliged to file, even when it’s in their interest to do so. By being truly free, Direct File captured some of those people. About 1 in 4 of Direct File users were non-filers the previous year, a much higher rate than any other filing alternative.
November 4, 2025 at 11:21 PM
wesley.theatl.social
These are the kinds of people that make biking in this city so shit
So why couldn't they just make the bike lanes part of the section of the sidewalk instead of the street. This way they have to adhere to the pedestrian lights instead of the street lights. If a car turns right and the bike is on the right, the bike should be forced to stop so the right lane turns.
November 4, 2025 at 11:10 PM