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Getting There Together

Source: Easter Seals Project ACTION
A two-hour training activity designed to teach members of the general public how to work together to support accessible sustainable transportation (i.e., public transportation) in their community.
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Forecasting Pedestrian and Bicycle Travel Demands Using Travel Demand Model and Mode Share/Trip Length Data

Source: Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC)
In order to forecast pedestrian and bicycle usage on the Columbia River Crossing project, agencies were able to plan for and accommodate walking and bicycling on the bridge.
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Chicago Pedestrian-Motor Vehicle Collisions 2001-2005

Source: Federal Highway Administration
This report describes the methods and sources of data used and developed, and summarizes roadway/environmental, and vehicle/person characteristics of pedestrian-motor vehicle collisions for the City of Chicago.
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Measuring Walking

Source: European Cooperation in Science and Technology [COST], Pedestrian Quality Needs [PQN], Walk21
Measuring Walking is a joint (informal) project of the European COST Action 358 'Pedestrian Quality Needs' and the WALK21 international conference series.
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Walking the Walk: How Walkability Raises Home Values in U.S. Cities

Source: CEOs for Cities
This paper explores the connection between home values and walkability, as measured by the Walk Score algorithm.
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New Directions in Speed Management: A Review of Policy

Source: Department for Transportation
This review was formed to develop a speed policy that takes account of the contribution of reduced speeds to environmental and social objectives as well as road safety.
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Consumer Reports Publishes a Helmet Article

Source:
Consumer Reports has a Web page on youth and toddler helmets dated June, 2009. The page rates 12 youth models and three toddler helmets.
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National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project

Source: Alta Planning and Design and the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Pedestrian and Bicycle Council
This nationwide effort provides consistent model of data collection and ongoing data for use by planners, governments, and bicycle and pedestrian professionals.
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Bicycle Helmets Save Medical Costs for Children

Source: Children's Safety Network
Report provides statistics on the cost of bicycle-related injuries, especially for children, and the benefits of helmet use on injury prevention.
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Sunday Ciclovia: "Bike. Walk. Dance. Breathe."

Source: Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC)
As part of a community-building initiative, the town closed its streets for several hours once a week, opening them to walking, bicycling, and community growth.
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