Bloomington Streets Alliance
@bloomingtonstreets.bsky.social
Advocating for safer streets and better ways to get around in Bloomington, Minnesota🚶🚲 🚌 💪
done!
November 6, 2025 at 11:59 PM
done!
Not at the moment- if you send me a message we can discuss more!
November 6, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Not at the moment- if you send me a message we can discuss more!
@busrapidtransit.bsky.social Have you heard that the county is apparently preparing to move forward with the shared-use path plan on Nicollet?
November 6, 2025 at 12:23 AM
@busrapidtransit.bsky.social Have you heard that the county is apparently preparing to move forward with the shared-use path plan on Nicollet?
Sure! It's an ongoing study about a design to right-size the corridor from about OSR to Veness Rd. Right now they are working with 3 concepts: shared-use paths, both sides, one-way protected bike lanes both sides, or a two-way PBL, one side.
letstalk.bloomingtonmn.gov/bfrstudy
letstalk.bloomingtonmn.gov/bfrstudy
Bloomington Ferry Road Corridor Visioning Study
The City of Bloomington is undertaking a corridor visioning study for Bloomington Ferry Road from Ensign/Veness Road to Dred Scott Park/110th Street. This is an opportunity for the City to revisit the...
letstalk.bloomingtonmn.gov
November 6, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Sure! It's an ongoing study about a design to right-size the corridor from about OSR to Veness Rd. Right now they are working with 3 concepts: shared-use paths, both sides, one-way protected bike lanes both sides, or a two-way PBL, one side.
letstalk.bloomingtonmn.gov/bfrstudy
letstalk.bloomingtonmn.gov/bfrstudy
Of course! We are still getting started but there are some big projects coming up. Of note are Bloomington Ferry, American Boulevard, and Nicollet Avenue. I can share more about any of those if you like.
November 5, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Of course! We are still getting started but there are some big projects coming up. Of note are Bloomington Ferry, American Boulevard, and Nicollet Avenue. I can share more about any of those if you like.
“Ultimately, I hope in my time on the Council I have demonstrated the ability to listen and learn from others that have different experiences than mine.”
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
“Ultimately, I hope in my time on the Council I have demonstrated the ability to listen and learn from others that have different experiences than mine.”
With that said, I drive a PHEV that can use all electric to and from work. My wife drives a Mini Cooper and my daughter has a Kia hybrid. Our oldest daughter has a a bus pass and is really excited about the MetroMicro.
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
With that said, I drive a PHEV that can use all electric to and from work. My wife drives a Mini Cooper and my daughter has a Kia hybrid. Our oldest daughter has a a bus pass and is really excited about the MetroMicro.
As a small business owner with offices in Burnsville and Edina it has proven to be impractical. I did look into biking when the 35W bridge over the MN River was built, but have not found a way to do it that meets my teams and clients needs. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
As a small business owner with offices in Burnsville and Edina it has proven to be impractical. I did look into biking when the 35W bridge over the MN River was built, but have not found a way to do it that meets my teams and clients needs. 🧵
Kids should be able to safely walk to school and parks, people should be able to get to their favorite destinations and friends, and senior should have safe access to transportation.
“I also recognize that I didn't answer about my own use. In this area I do not use public transportation. 🧵
“I also recognize that I didn't answer about my own use. In this area I do not use public transportation. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Kids should be able to safely walk to school and parks, people should be able to get to their favorite destinations and friends, and senior should have safe access to transportation.
“I also recognize that I didn't answer about my own use. In this area I do not use public transportation. 🧵
“I also recognize that I didn't answer about my own use. In this area I do not use public transportation. 🧵
“I have been very supportive of biking and walking trails within the community. Our current system includes some great areas and has too many missing connections. My vision is a safe system for recreation, personal use (shopping, etc), and commuter. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
“I have been very supportive of biking and walking trails within the community. Our current system includes some great areas and has too many missing connections. My vision is a safe system for recreation, personal use (shopping, etc), and commuter. 🧵
...to improve this situation. I am also happy that Metro Micro meets a need I have heard from many seniors in our community that they do not qualify for Metro Mobility, struggle with personal transportation, and have physical limitations to get to a bus stop. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
...to improve this situation. I am also happy that Metro Micro meets a need I have heard from many seniors in our community that they do not qualify for Metro Mobility, struggle with personal transportation, and have physical limitations to get to a bus stop. 🧵
Expanding bus service is something the Council has been discussing for several years. This is particularly important for me because most of the Bloomington 2nd District does not have bus service. I have been pushing Metro Transit and started conversations with Southwest Transit... 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Expanding bus service is something the Council has been discussing for several years. This is particularly important for me because most of the Bloomington 2nd District does not have bus service. I have been pushing Metro Transit and started conversations with Southwest Transit... 🧵
District II: Andrew Luckraft
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District II: Shawn Nelson
Shawn Nelson nelsonforbloomington.com
“I appreciate your questions. I spent this morning at a press event with Metro Transit to launch MetroMicro service in Bloomington. 🧵
No contact information available
District II: Shawn Nelson
Shawn Nelson nelsonforbloomington.com
“I appreciate your questions. I spent this morning at a press event with Metro Transit to launch MetroMicro service in Bloomington. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
District II: Andrew Luckraft
No contact information available
District II: Shawn Nelson
Shawn Nelson nelsonforbloomington.com
“I appreciate your questions. I spent this morning at a press event with Metro Transit to launch MetroMicro service in Bloomington. 🧵
No contact information available
District II: Shawn Nelson
Shawn Nelson nelsonforbloomington.com
“I appreciate your questions. I spent this morning at a press event with Metro Transit to launch MetroMicro service in Bloomington. 🧵
...for years has kicked the can down the road on actually getting things done that benefit our community.
I also believe in listening to my neighbors and would love to hear what you'd like to see in the area." 🧵
I also believe in listening to my neighbors and would love to hear what you'd like to see in the area." 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
...for years has kicked the can down the road on actually getting things done that benefit our community.
I also believe in listening to my neighbors and would love to hear what you'd like to see in the area." 🧵
I also believe in listening to my neighbors and would love to hear what you'd like to see in the area." 🧵
“As my hiking and biking is more for leisure, most of my experience comes from my family helping blind and handicapped people try to navigate Old Shakopee/98th Street with incredible difficulty. In typical fashion, the current administration does a lot of studying and great planning but... 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
“As my hiking and biking is more for leisure, most of my experience comes from my family helping blind and handicapped people try to navigate Old Shakopee/98th Street with incredible difficulty. In typical fashion, the current administration does a lot of studying and great planning but... 🧵
District I: Dwayne Lowman dwaynealowman.com
Did not respond to email
District I: Aaron Smith aaronsmithforbloomingtonmn.com
“I fully support promoting better biking and walkability in Bloomington and believe there is a l lot of room for improvement. 🧵
Did not respond to email
District I: Aaron Smith aaronsmithforbloomingtonmn.com
“I fully support promoting better biking and walkability in Bloomington and believe there is a l lot of room for improvement. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
District I: Dwayne Lowman dwaynealowman.com
Did not respond to email
District I: Aaron Smith aaronsmithforbloomingtonmn.com
“I fully support promoting better biking and walkability in Bloomington and believe there is a l lot of room for improvement. 🧵
Did not respond to email
District I: Aaron Smith aaronsmithforbloomingtonmn.com
“I fully support promoting better biking and walkability in Bloomington and believe there is a l lot of room for improvement. 🧵
As a candidate, one of my priorities is to bridge the gap between the residents and the city council so if there are concerns, I want to make sure you feel comfortable having those discussions and presenting possible solutions to those concerns.” 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
As a candidate, one of my priorities is to bridge the gap between the residents and the city council so if there are concerns, I want to make sure you feel comfortable having those discussions and presenting possible solutions to those concerns.” 🧵
I understand you are passionate and clearly have more knowledge on this topic than I do. If you have concerns or specific examples of where Bloomington could improve, I would enjoy learning more on this topic. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
I understand you are passionate and clearly have more knowledge on this topic than I do. If you have concerns or specific examples of where Bloomington could improve, I would enjoy learning more on this topic. 🧵
His routes using the available common bike routes have been a positive experience. When we are going into Minneapolis or St. Paul, we will often use the light rail or metro transit and have found those options to be sufficient for our needs. 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
His routes using the available common bike routes have been a positive experience. When we are going into Minneapolis or St. Paul, we will often use the light rail or metro transit and have found those options to be sufficient for our needs. 🧵
District I: Jessica Keehan keehan4bloomington.com
“Firstly, my family does enjoy bike riding throughout our neighborhood. Specifically, my husband, Matt, occasionally cycles to work (from our house in East Bloomington to Chaska). 🧵
“Firstly, my family does enjoy bike riding throughout our neighborhood. Specifically, my husband, Matt, occasionally cycles to work (from our house in East Bloomington to Chaska). 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
District I: Jessica Keehan keehan4bloomington.com
“Firstly, my family does enjoy bike riding throughout our neighborhood. Specifically, my husband, Matt, occasionally cycles to work (from our house in East Bloomington to Chaska). 🧵
“Firstly, my family does enjoy bike riding throughout our neighborhood. Specifically, my husband, Matt, occasionally cycles to work (from our house in East Bloomington to Chaska). 🧵
• Push for protected bike lanes in redevelopment zones and near schools
• Support transit-oriented development and better bus stop infrastructure
• Prioritize sidewalk and crosswalk upgrades in rental and senior areas
• Ensure active mobility is built into every planning and zoning decision” 🧵
• Support transit-oriented development and better bus stop infrastructure
• Prioritize sidewalk and crosswalk upgrades in rental and senior areas
• Ensure active mobility is built into every planning and zoning decision” 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
• Push for protected bike lanes in redevelopment zones and near schools
• Support transit-oriented development and better bus stop infrastructure
• Prioritize sidewalk and crosswalk upgrades in rental and senior areas
• Ensure active mobility is built into every planning and zoning decision” 🧵
• Support transit-oriented development and better bus stop infrastructure
• Prioritize sidewalk and crosswalk upgrades in rental and senior areas
• Ensure active mobility is built into every planning and zoning decision” 🧵
• Many arterial roads are unsafe for cyclists and pedestrians
• Apartment-heavy and commercial zones lack sidewalk connectivity
• Transit stops often lack shelter, lighting, and safe access
“As your At-Large councilmember, I will: 🧵
• Apartment-heavy and commercial zones lack sidewalk connectivity
• Transit stops often lack shelter, lighting, and safe access
“As your At-Large councilmember, I will: 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
• Many arterial roads are unsafe for cyclists and pedestrians
• Apartment-heavy and commercial zones lack sidewalk connectivity
• Transit stops often lack shelter, lighting, and safe access
“As your At-Large councilmember, I will: 🧵
• Apartment-heavy and commercial zones lack sidewalk connectivity
• Transit stops often lack shelter, lighting, and safe access
“As your At-Large councilmember, I will: 🧵
“These experiences shape my belief that mobility should be safe, accessible, and equitable for all residents, not just drivers. Bloomington has made progress with trails and some bike infrastructure, but we fall short in key areas: 🧵
August 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
“These experiences shape my belief that mobility should be safe, accessible, and equitable for all residents, not just drivers. Bloomington has made progress with trails and some bike infrastructure, but we fall short in key areas: 🧵