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Backed by Transit Riders, RTD Fights to Restore Millions in Revenue Lost to Lawmakers’ Typo
GOP lawmakers are trying to turn a common sense fix into a political issue.
October 2, 2017
Bus Lanes Now on the Table for Quebec Street
The Hancock administration can improve transit and walkability when it widens of Quebec Street — or it can repeat the transportation planning mistakes of the 1960s.
September 29, 2017
Here’s a Look at the Latest Bikeway Designs for 31st Ave and MLK Blvd
Protected and buffered bike lanes will replace standard bike lanes and sharrows, but are people on bikes being prioritized or accommodated?
September 28, 2017
Denver City Council Members Say Hancock’s 2018 Budget Doesn’t Do Enough for Walking and Biking
But will they follow through and press for additional funds in the final budget?
September 27, 2017
Work Downtown? Take the 2017 Commuter Survey to Make Your Voice Heard
In the past the survey has revealed cringe-worthy truths. These aren't fixed demographics to shrug at — they're red flags to wave in the face of decision-makers.
September 26, 2017
Volkswagen Settlement Will Fund Cleaner Buses in Colorado
The spending plan proposed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment aims to curb pollution by outfitting transit agencies and school districts with electric and "alternative fuel" buses. Front Range transit agencies — including RTD — stand to see the bulk of the windfall because they operate in high-traffic areas most negatively affected by the scandal.
September 25, 2017
Congrats, Seattle — You Have the Sorriest Bus Stop in America
Readers choose a bus stop between a high-speed road and an active freight rail line as the worst in our field of 16 sorry bus stops.
September 25, 2017
Next Wednesday: Speak Up for a Walkable, Transit-Friendly Quebec Street
Why is Mayor Michael Hancock — who aims to end traffic deaths, decrease the city's driving trips by 23 percent, and double walking, biking, and transit trips — inviting more car traffic?
September 22, 2017
Eyes on the Street: Wynkoop Street Bike Lane Improvements Are Almost Done
Say hello to curb-buffered bike lanes on the Union Station side between 16th and 18th streets to protect people on bikes on a hectic street where drivers typically cut them off as they pick up and drop off passengers.
September 21, 2017
To Raise Funds for Transit, Denver Can Follow the Lead of Seattle and LA
The Hancock administration is working on big plans to expand and improve the city's bus and train network with its Denveright planning initiative. One of the key questions going forward is how to pay for these upgrades.
September 20, 2017