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Join a Virtual Discussion On Building Walkable Communities July 24

On Friday July 24, 2020 from 12-1:30 pm EST Feet First Philly will join national and local leaders in a virtual conversation about their interdisciplinary research and advocacy-based perspectives to create inclusive, walkable, and moveable (i.e., where everyone can move freely) communities. The panel will address spatial privilege and tools for inclusion using reflective listening, … Continue reading Join a Virtual Discussion On Building Walkable Communities July 24

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#NotaParkingSpot Walk Audit

Feet First Philly conducted a walk audit in South Philly to capture the harmful effects of illegal parking as part of our #NotaParkingSpot campaign. We were joined by Girard Estates Neighborhood Association and Committee Person 26-12, John Zimmerman, to collect data on just how dangerous an intersection can be when illegally parked cars block crosswalks … Continue reading #NotaParkingSpot Walk Audit

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Support HB792

HB792, known as the "Protected Pedestrian Plazas and Pedalcycle Lanes" bill, is a straightforward fix that will allow cities like Philadelphia to design infrastructure that keeps pedestrians safe, including protected bike lanes and pedestrian plazas, on state roads where they are needed most. Because several projects are coming up soon, it is urgent that this … Continue reading Support HB792

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City Council Candidate Survey: Karla Cruel, 4th District Candidate

Candidate: Karla Cruel, 4th District Candidate This questionnaire was sent to every candidate no matter the party affiliation. Feet First Philly does not endorse any particular candidate and provides the responses to the public for informational purposes only. In lieu of a questionnaire, 4th District Candidate Karla Cruel responded with the following email: Thank you … Continue reading City Council Candidate Survey: Karla Cruel, 4th District Candidate

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#NotaParkingSpot Update May 2019

#NotaParkingSpot is growing! Since December 2017, Feet First Philly has received over 1,400 submissions of illegal parking in our city. Thanks to all your work, Feet First Philly has been collecting and distributing data to advocate for safe and clear pedestrian spaces. We STILL need your help. Send in your submissions via Twitter or email. … Continue reading #NotaParkingSpot Update May 2019

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Feet First Philly’s Spring Walks

Missed out on our last walks? Feet First Philly is just getting started! Keep an eye out for walks to help you explore the city and get outside this summer. April: East Coast Greenway Mid-Atlantic Summit Mobile Workshop: Schuylkill Banks Stroll As part of the Mid-Atlantic Summit, Feet First Philly partnered with Schuylkill River Development … Continue reading Feet First Philly’s Spring Walks

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City Council Candidate Survey: Maria Quiñones-Sanchez, 7th District Candidate

Candidate: Maria Quiñones-Sanchez, 7th District Candidate This questionnaire was sent to every candidate no matter the party affiliation. Feet First Philly does not endorse any particular candidate and provides the responses to the public for informational purposes only. Walkability: If elected, what would you do to promote walking in Philadelphia? Education and advocacy is a … Continue reading City Council Candidate Survey: Maria Quiñones-Sanchez, 7th District Candidate

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City Council Candidate Survey: Allan Domb, At-Large Candidate

Candidate: Allan Domb, At-Large Candidate This questionnaire was sent to every candidate no matter the party affiliation. Feet First Philly does not endorse any particular candidate and provides the responses to the public for informational purposes only. Walkability: If elected, what would you do to promote walking in Philadelphia? I believe that all walkways in … Continue reading City Council Candidate Survey: Allan Domb, At-Large Candidate