Recent Streetsblog CALIFORNIA posts about Active Transportation Program

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Newsom’s Executive Order on Transportation Funding and Climate Goals

By Melanie Curry | Oct 2, 2019 | 8 Comments

For the first time, California's top leader is calling for transportation funding to align with state goals on climate and the environment, and to help people cut back on driving

Active Transportation Symposium Announced: October 29-30 in West Sacramento

By Melanie Curry | Aug 23, 2019 | No Comments

The California Transportation Commission and Caltrans plan to co-host the first-ever 2-day symposium to share information and network about active transportation issues.

There are currently 30 active construction sites on California's High-Speed Rail Program. Image: CAHSRA

High-Speed Rail Mudslinging Continues

By Roger Rudick | Jul 10, 2019 | No Comments

Sorry, high-speed rail is not Napoleon invading Russia. We promise.

Moses Trujillo testified about the need for safer streets for pedestrians, even when they are state highways. Image: CA TV

Complete Streets Bill Passes Assembly Transportation Committee

By Melanie Curry | Jul 8, 2019 | 5 Comments

Chair Jim Frazier threatens to derail it if he doesn't see amendments he wants, but votes it out of committee

CalWalks produced several Complete Streets fact sheets to explain the importance of S.B. 127

Why California Needs a Complete Streets Bill: Part 1

By Melanie Curry | Jul 2, 2019 | 2 Comments

Caltrans already has some Complete Streets policies in place, but it doesn't follow them. That's one reason.

The Broadway Corridor in Sacramento, awarded $3.6m from the Active Transportation Program, would improve intersections and safety along this busy street. Image: Broadway Complete Streets Plan, one of the preferred intersection treatments.

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State Grants Awarded for Active Transportation, Sustainable Communities

By Melanie Curry | May 21, 2019 | No Comments

There are, as always, far more projects applying than there is money for. A complete list of projects here.

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