Day: December 1, 2011
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What’s the Best Design for Van Ness BRT?
After years of delay, the 2016 target date for the Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit project seems more tangible than ever. The San Francisco County Transportation Authority recently released its draft environmental impact report and will select one of several proposed design alternatives in the spring.
December 1, 2011
Is the House Democrats’ New “Buy America” Jobs Bill Just a Political Ploy?
With no movement on a highway bill from House T&I Chairman John Mica until after Congress reconvenes in January, Ranking Member Nick Rahall held a press conference today to introduce the “Invest in American Jobs Act of 2011” [PDF]. The act would strengthen the “Buy America” requirements already in place on transit, rail, highway, bridge, and aviation programs.
December 1, 2011
Oakland Cops Can’t Be Troubled With OWS Vehicular Assault
The Occupy movement has added a new layer to the battle for the public right of way.
December 1, 2011
Today’s Headlines
SFPD Arrests Suspect in Gas Station Hit-and-Run (SF Examiner) Undercover Officer Arrests Pickpockets on Muni (SF Examiner) Salon‘s “Dream City” Series Part 3: Are Freeways Doomed? Does Medical Marijuana Actually Reduce Traffic Fatalities? (Slate) Analyst: New CA High-Speed Rail Plan Doesn’t Meet Rules of Ballot Measure (AP via SacBee) BART Board to Vote on New … Continued
December 1, 2011