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When it comes to travel behavior research, commuting behavior tends to take the spotlight. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, let's look at some of the recent holiday travel research. mobilitylab.org/2020/11/18/a…

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"A whopping 13 out of 17 major transit measures on state and local ballots across the U.S. yesterday passed, bringing the public transportation industry’s 2020 win rate at the ballot box to a stunning 92 percent." usa.streetsblog.org/2020/11/…

State and Local Transit Won in a Landslide Yesterday — Streetsblog USA

And that may be *because* — not despite of — a pandemic that terrified millions of Americans off buses and trains.

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"While this meeting is a beginning of the VPRA in many ways it’s also a culmination of efforts taken by Virginia to preserve and expand its passenger rail across the state." ggwash.org/view/79470/vpra-m…

Virginia’s new rail authority just met for the first time

Late last year, the commonwealth announced they would purchase Right of Way from private railroad companies across the state to speed up and expand service. That means fewer barriers to improved...

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Arlington residents have just a few more hours to make their voices heard on street safety issues they have experienced across the county. Here's why your input makes a difference. mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
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What’s the cost of fare-free transit? mobilitylab.org/2020/10/29/w…
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The evidence that eliminating fares leads to greater ridership and a more equitable transit system is mixed. Research indicates that eliminating fares can increase ridership, but the devil is in the details. We look at the pros and cons in a COVID-19 world mobilitylab.org/2020/10/29/w…
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Public feedback on #arlington roadways are open until 10/30, you can already see trends appearing. On North Pershing Drive, excessive speeding (red) has been noted along the entirety of the street even with recent additions of stop signs and traffic lights mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
Ever walked along a stretch of road in the county and thought "their should be a better crosswalk here"🤔 Now's your opportunity to provide your personal perspective in #Arlington, here's why you should take the 5 minutes to do so. mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
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We were thrilled to recently join @ActivateARL, a brand new podcast that hopes to inspire everyone to rethink the way they move. Give it a listen on your afternoon walk! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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#Arlingtonians have until Friday (10/30) to help the county identify problem areas for pedestrians on local roadways. Gathering individual perspective is an important step towards #VisionZero, here's why. mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
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The problem with being a pedestrian is you can do everything right and still suffer the consequences of a car-dominated world. PSA's won't make streets safer- action will. Arlington is looking for your feedback, here's why your input matters. mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
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As part of Arlington’s Vision Zero planning efforts to combat pedestrian deaths and to build upon the crash dataset, community engagement is currently taking place to learn more about everyday experiences while walking, biking, and driving in Arlington. mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
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A look at how personal perspectives can help identify problems, build upon data, and make our roadways safer for pedestrians. mobilitylab.org/2020/10/22/a…
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It's always a good time to revisit this insightful piece by @jacknarron mobilitylab.org/2020/08/04/h…
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Riding an e-scooter in D.C. may come with a new set of safety precautions, here's what you need to know. washingtonpost.com/local/tra…

D.C. Council approves new e-scooter regulations

Among the changes, the new rules will require riders to lock the devices to poles or bike racks.

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Seven months later, the CDC recommends face coverings while using public transportation. “This is too little, too late and downright shameful,” John A. Costa, international president of the Amalgamated Transit Union washingtonpost.com/health/20…

CDC to passengers and workers: Wear a mask when you are on a plane, train, bus or other public...

The guidance was issued following pressure from the airline industry and amid surging cases of coronavirus in the United States and strong evidence on the effectiveness of masks in curbing transmis...

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Census responses are due today! Here's your final reminder that your input matters when it comes to local transportation options. mobilitylab.org/2020/04/10/w…
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We're looking forward to joining the Autonomous Vehicle webinar this afternoon put on by @VTmetroDC. Need a primer before listening? Read up on a recent report by @VTMURP students on local perceptions of AVs. mobilitylab.org/2020/08/26/s…
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U.S. TV viewers are familiar with the long lists of side effects FDA requires pharmaceutical companies to include in their commercials- what would a car commercial look like with the same parameters? mobilitylab.org/2020/10/08/t…
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13 Oct 2020
Happy Transit Appreciation Month, Virginia! This week, we’re sharing all the ways your transit agencies work to keep passengers and drivers safe. Learn more at transitva.org.
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