Based on a recent conversation with a friend who supports banning cameras, I’ve written this post to dissect some of the tensions at play on this issue, acknowledge why people are frustrated by them, and offer a technical perspective on solutions.
Category: traffic
The Power Broker: 10 Takeaways from an Aspiring City-Builder
After a year-and-a-half of reading, I have finally finished perhaps the most fascinating and involving book I have ever read.
A Good Suburban Road
Toronto’s Kipling Avenue is a good suburban road because it’s comfortable to walk, cycle, or take transit there while still functioning as a thoroughfare for cars.
(Un)crossable Streets: New Guidance Needed for Midblock Pedestrian Crossings
Pedestrians are not at fault for “jaywalking” – our current design practices are to blame.
What is the Future for Ottawa’s South Keys Centre?
Matt and Hans are visiting the South Gate area, known for the South Keys shopping mall. They are going on a walkabout, checking out the empty parking lots, plans for development, active transportation connections and hot chocolate.
How Freeways Make or Break Active Transportation Networks
Freeways are the pinnacle of car infrastructure, allowing motorists to travel long distances safely and conveniently. But when freeways run through urban areas, they have major impacts on people’s ability to walk and cycle.
Beyond the Automobile 