Although not directly related to bicycling, as we all know big highways and the emphasis on accommodating driving over all other modes hinders both the funding of bicycle and pedestrian-friendly projects and the ability of people to walk and bike to daily destinations.
The piece from Streetsblog explains why the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) doesn't really help stop big highways that really are detrimental to the environment. Fortunately, some court cases -- including the one involving the Zoo Interchange -- have made a few small dents in business as usual. http://usa.streetsblog.org/2015/10/19/do-environmental-reviews-for-road-projects-help-the-environment/ Robbie Webber Transportation Policy Analyst 608-263-9984 (o) 608-225-0002 (c) [email protected] All opinions expressed are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of my employer or any other group with which I am affiliated.
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