Non-Motorized Transportation Pilot Program

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The Non-Motorized Transportation Pilot Program evaluates how investments in planning, infrastructure, and public education can increase rates of bicycling and walking and reduce driving. The program was established in 2005 from a federal transportation law and provides 4 communities funding to participate, one of which is Minneapolis. The Center for Transportation Studies at the University of Minnesota is leading the overall baseline and bookend studies in the four communities.
The Transit for Livable Communities Board, which is administering the program in Minneapolis, approved funding for two initial projects in January. The first is $150,000 for a pedestrian plan for the City of Minneapolis and the second is $200,000 for bicycle parking in Minneapolis. This is pending the city’s agreement but could provide numerous new bicycle racks throughout Minneapolis.

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I’ve usually been impressed with how quickly Minneapolis clears paths and trails after snow storms but I was surprised today that Boom Island had not been cleared yet today, about four days after our last snow storm. I figure running through some packed snow and ice at least worked my muscles a little differently.