BikeWalkKC has submitted a letter of support for Ordinance No. 171032, which allows for further planning of proposed streetcar expansions. We believe that it is in the best interest of the city to continue to create a system that embraces all modes of transportation. You can read the letter below: January 10, 2018 Councilman Jermaine […]
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BikeWalkKC’s statement on KC Streetcar extension to the riverfront
Ensuring high quality bike/pedestrian access is a core part of the project and is available on opening day
Action Alert – Streetcar to Riverfront, speak up for biking and walking
Transit officials are studying a second streetcar extension to Berkley Riverfront Park, possibly using the existing and narrow Grand Avenue viaduct that currently connects the City Market with the riverfront. Your voice is needed at the public meeting on May 31st to help BikeWalkKC ensure good bike and pedestrian access is included from the beginning. […]
August 5th Election Has Big Opportunities and Big Challenges for Walking and Biking
Streetcar expansion and MoDOT funding are on the ballot. Learn about the pros and cons for walking and bicycling, and cast an educated vote on August 5th.
A New Idea for the Cliff Drive Connector Alternative
We recently covered the story about Parks and Recreation's proposal for a dangerous sharrow configuration on Independence Avenue in place of the more costly, off-street Cliff Drive connector trail. As an alternative we suggested a protected, 2-way cycletrack on Independence Ave as one option for constructing a trail-like environment and maintaining ADA compliance. Luckily we […]
Streetcar Preliminary Plan – We Need to Get to Work
We were able to get ahold of the NextRail draft plan today and have taken a first look… and it’s not great. It also isn’t horrible. Our truncated conclusion is this: We have a lot work to do if we expect bike lanes and pedestrian improvements to be integrated into the project, especially at […]
First streetcar tracks installed on Main Street
KC Downtown Streetcar construction doesn't begin in earnest until 2014, but the City has already installed the first piece of track on the newly-replaced Main Street bridge over I-670 (South Loop). This is a great opportunity for cyclists to get some practice riding with streetcar tracks. Be sure to check out our Streetcar and Bikes […]
Speak up for biking and walking at streetcar expansion public meetings
City Hall is moving forward with planning for future streetcar routes, including many streets with current or planned bike lanes. Attend one of these public meetings to learn more, provide your input, and support new transportation options for Kansas City Streetcars and bikes Bikes and streetcars go great together, but there are some concerns and […]
Learn about the Downtown Streetcar
The city is working on a yet another rail plan, but this one looks like it might actually happen. On June 21st you can find all about it and provide your own two cents. A streetcar starter line is the works between River Market and Crown Center. The big difference from past efforts is that […]