Iowa City Bike Commuter
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Iowa City Bike Commuter
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Promoting low carbon transportation in Iowa City
Check out the CR Gazette cycling guide to see how Eastern Iowans love riding their bike
February 23, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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This change would likely not only deprive historically underfunded urban neighborhoods of the funding necessary to support a diversity of transportation options, but it would also divert that funding to highways and major arterials.
Who Benefits from Trump 'Birthrate' Funding Scheme? Wealthier, Whiter Drivers — Streetsblog USA
This prioritization lacks evidence of how it will meet the memo’s stated purpose to “bolster the American economy and benefit the American people.”
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February 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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This is important — 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 www.forbes.com/sites/carlto...
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
February 12, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Here are 33 Reasons to Start Bike Commuting Right Now.
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Here are 33 Reasons to Start Bike Commuting Right Now
Not only is cycling a great way to get exercise and fresh air, but it also helps reduce traffic congestion and air pollution
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February 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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January 7, 2025 at 8:25 PM