This post is the second of two parts. Part One frames our current situation in existing inequities. In Part Two we focus on solutions that are designed to address these equity gaps and apply in the new context of COVID-19, while making our streets more livable.
Orange cones are part of the solution, but they won’t fix the problem
This pandemic has created a heightened sense of urgency around our streets, how they are managed, and who they serve. As summer approaches and more states begin the process of “re-opening,” we must understand that operations haven’t changed much for many sectors, transportation included. Life hasn't stopped for many people who are continuing to experience age-old problems like overcrowded and infrequent buses and unsafe walking conditions.
