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Antiquated to Elevated: Hello from Alameda Falls!
If you’re (un)lucky enough to be crossing under the railroad on Alameda between Santa Fe and Cherokee on a rainy day, you will see gallons of water spill down, past the decaying bridges and onto the narrow sidewalk and street, carrying large amounts of debris with it. This cascade is a huge safety hazard, one reason Denver's working to dry up what locals have dubbed “Alameda Falls.”
November 10, 2020
Back on Track: Meet District E Representative Paul Rosenthal
District E has a new representative: Paul Rosenthal, former state Representative and long-time public servant. Discover his priorities and plans for RTD.
November 6, 2020
Back on Track: How Will the RTD Board Respond to COVID-19?
It’s no secret: RTD is in a financial bind and has been for some time. In 2019 the agency had to make $40 million worth of cuts to the 2020 budget while dealing with a shortage of operators that led to service reductions. This year RTD has lost tens of millions in fare revenue due … Continued
October 30, 2020
STUDY: Streetcars Symbolize the Dangers of ‘Colorblind’ Transit Planning
October 26, 2020
Back on Track: A Delicate Balance in District I
In two weeks, the Regional Transportation District will welcome eight new members to its Board of Directors. Seven will be elected by voters within each district but the eighth seat—District I—will be chosen by the Boulder County Board of County Commissioners. District I consists of the eastern part of Boulder County, which includes most of … Continued
October 23, 2020
Antiquated to Elevated: How Denver’s GO Bond Could Transform Citywide Mobility
Welcome to the new Streetsblog Denver series covering the Elevate Denver General Obligation bond. Every Tuesday, we’ll be looking at and dissecting different biking, walking, and transit upgrades across the city. We’ll explore the planning aspects behind key projects in addition to considering how these changes will affect the lives of people in the communities where they are located.
October 20, 2020
Back on Track: Can this Election Save the RTD Board of Directors?
On November 3, Colorado voters will be tasked with electing seven new members for the RTD Board of Directors. The 15-member board represents different districts along the Front Range and each holds their seat for a four-year term. The Board of Directors is responsible for voting on topics including: passing the annual budget overseeing service … Continued
October 16, 2020
Study: Transit Is Failing Non-White Night Shift Workers
October 9, 2020
Trump Admin Rejects Transit Mask Mandate, Endangering Transport — Again
October 7, 2020
Report: Three Million People Could Lose Transit Access Soon
September 29, 2020
