What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? I love walking! It is a very convenient way for me to get around. Because I have the privilege of living and working in very walkable areas of Philadelphia, I end up taking about … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Erika Morgan
Shoveling Sidewalks: Pedestrian Safety
Most Philadelphia streets were designed well before the automobile was even a thought and during a time when cities needed to be walkable. Walking was not only the norm, but the only way for many early Philadelphians to get around. Despite Philadelphia’s planned walkability, the modern urban landscape poses challenges for pedestrians, and winter weather … Continue reading Shoveling Sidewalks: Pedestrian Safety
GoPhillyGo + Walkability
Have you heard of GoPhillyGo? This multimodal trip planner website and app is the perfect way to find walkable destinations and events in Philly. Download that Android app on Google Play today to find your next walking destination! The GoPhillyGo app allows users to create customized lists of destinations based on preferences. Click on a … Continue reading GoPhillyGo + Walkability
People Not Cars: Celebrating walkable cities
People Not Cars Our campaign People Not Cars reminds us who cities were built for: People! This may seem obvious, but look at a typical cityscape and you won’t see much space for people. Motor vehicles and their infrastructure dominate our public space and create negative effects on our mobility, health, and environment. Luckily, there … Continue reading People Not Cars: Celebrating walkable cities
Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Lex Powers
What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? Philly is one of the most walkable cities in the country, and I’ve always walked as my primary mode of transportation since I’ve lived here. I don’t mind walking 30 or 40 minutes as … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Lex Powers
Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Nick Zuwiala-Rogers
1) What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? Being able to walk whether as a commute, to run errands, to visit a friend, or go out to dinner is one of the main draws to living in a dense area like … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Nick Zuwiala-Rogers
Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Emily Morton-Owens
1) What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? I have never owned a car, so for me, a walking commute is an active and relaxing alternative to public transit (although I do take the trolley and bus in bad weather!). I … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Emily Morton-Owens
May 2018 Newsletter
Feet First Philly May 2018 Newsletter Protected Bike Lanes on Market Street and JFK Boulevard Construction for the new protected bike lanes on Market Street and JFK Boulevard between 15th and 20th Street started Monday, May 21st, to increase pedestrian and cyclist safety in Center City. The project will be piloted for 9 months. The … Continue reading May 2018 Newsletter
Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Susie Perloff
What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? My office is in my apartment, so I walk about 19 steps to get there from my bedroom, 24 steps from my kitchen. I walk everywhere else, too. Since I work alone, I need … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Susie Perloff
Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Kelly Edwards
What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? The scenic Philly streets and access to shops and restaurants make Philadelphia a great place for walking. I often walk home from my job at 10th and Spring Garden all the way back to … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Kelly Edwards
Feet First Philly 