New York Times: A Streetcorner Serenade for the Public Plaza. The New York City Department of Transportation is focusing on projects that can be completed quickly, easily and with relatively little investment in order to turn underutilized spaces into public plazas. Many other cities, including Philly, have had great success creating public spaces like this. As … Continue reading Friday links for 5/31/13
Article: Young Americans leading the trend toward less driving
Studies show that the current overall trend toward driving less that is occurring in the United States is being led by the millennial generation. According to the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute, "young people are getting driver's licenses in smaller numbers than previous generations." Other age groups are contributing to the drop-off in driving … Continue reading Article: Young Americans leading the trend toward less driving
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