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Dial-A-Ride program in Midland, Mich., provides alternative to public transportation

The Municipal Posted on March 14, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonFebruary 25, 2025
Midland, Mich., has been using its Dial-A-Ride program as an alternative to public transportation for the last 50 years. Anyone can request a ride simply by calling the number. Rides can be ordered up to 30 days in advance, and most of the time same day rides can be accommodated. Many residents appreciate the freedom and affordability it allows them. (Photo provided by the city of Midland, Mich.)

Last year Midland, Mich., celebrated 50 years with the city’s Dial-A-Ride program. This program allows residents to call for curb to curb transportation within the parameters of the city. The program can be used by anyone in Midland from school-aged … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet Service & Management | Tagged fleet service & management, March 2025, The Municipal

Safe streets for all modes of transportation remains a continuing goal of Lancaster

The Municipal Posted on February 28, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonJanuary 23, 2025

In order to create safer roads for all modes of transportation, Lancaster, Pa., is working on incorporating changes for the pedestrian and bicycling traffic. Many of the street safety projects originate from the city’s Vision Zero plan, which was adopted … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged February 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

First bike lane moves Sterling Heights toward a multimodal transportation approach

The Municipal Posted on February 12, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonJanuary 23, 2025
In order to increase the safety and comfort for all users, the city included buffer zones in some areas and delineators along the entire route. These delineators are then removed during the winter months to allow for plowing. (Photos provided by the city of Sterling Heights, Mich.)

A more multimodal way of thinking in transportation has led Sterling Heights, Mich., to implement its first bike lane along a 2.3-mile stretch of Plumbrook Road. This accomplishes two primary city objectives in making the roads safer for all methods … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged February 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

Transportation grant helps reach vulnerable people in rural West Virginia

The Municipal Posted on March 27, 2023 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
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West Virginia is a largely rural state, meaning many residents are geographically isolated. Some don’t have access to transportation. This can present a challenge to older adults and people with disabilities who need to get to and from appointments. Fortunately, … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleet Service & Management | Tagged fleet service & management, march 2023, The Municipal, transportation

CDOT’s Bustang displays commitment to reliable transportation

The Municipal Posted on September 21, 2021 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
transportation

Generally speaking, public transit is more cost-effective, efficient and better for the environment than private transit. The Colorado Department of Transportation is leaning into these truths with its commitment to providing routes to and from cities with its Express (IX) … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged september 2021, The Municipal, transportation

Morningthorpe Avenue Bridge transforms into hub of active transportation

The Municipal Posted on February 25, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
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While closing down a bridge may seem like an inconvenience, it has opened the door to numerous possibilities for one New York County.                 When the New York State Department of Transportation ordered Putnam County to close the Morningthorpe Avenue … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged bridge, february 2021, The Municipal

Casper transportation plan looks forward 30 years

The Municipal Posted on February 16, 2021 by Maggie KenworthyAugust 2, 2023
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In January 2020, the Casper, Wyo., Area Metropolitan Planning Organization presented a long-range transportation plan to local governing committees. This presentation was the culmination of two years of work dedicated to creating this 30-year plan, named Connecting Crossroads.           In … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged february 2021, The Municipal, transportation

Santa Clarita comes up with award-winning transportation solutions

The Municipal Posted on July 2, 2019 by Andrew MentockAugust 2, 2023

As the city of Santa Clarita, Calif., looks toward its future, the department of public works knows that transportation needs to be at the forefront. Last year, the city finished several different award-winning projects, all related to a different type … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged California, june 2019, public works, santa clarita, The Municipal, water & energy

U.S. Department of Transportation makes huge investment in Idaho

The Municipal Posted on February 4, 2019 by Andrew MentockAugust 2, 2023
ITD did not expect to receive the full grant amount it had requested but was pleasantly surprised when its thoroughness paid off, earning it the largest grant in its history. Pictured from left are Idaho Transportation board member Julie DeLorenzo; Ada County Commissioner Dave Case; Caldwell Mayor Garret Nancolas; Idaho Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter; ITD Director Brian Ness; Federal Highway Administration Deputy Administrator Brandye Hendrickson; and Canyon County Commission President Tom Dale. (Photo provided)

When staff members of the Idaho Transportation Department applied to receive $90.2 million dollars from the Infrastructure For Rebuilding America program to expand a 2.8-mile section of the I-84 corridor just west of Boise, Idaho, they never expected the U.S. … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged I-84, INFRA Grant

To the future of transportation

The Municipal Posted on January 31, 2019 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023

Americans have always been inventive when it comes to our transportation, dreaming of everything from self-driving cars with rotating seats, which would allow a family of four to play Monopoly as the car drove, to the much longed for flying … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged editor's note, february, highways & bridges, streets

Bike sharing: The newest alternative in public transportation

The Municipal Posted on March 9, 2017 by Nicholette CarlsonAugust 2, 2023

Bike share programs are sweeping the nation as a more active and healthy way to get around without having to bring a bicycle. These programs allow both residents and visitors to rent a bike for recreation, sightseeing, errands and the … Continue reading →

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