Angie Schmitt
Angie is a Cleveland-based writer with a background in planning and newspaper reporting. She has been writing about cities for Streetsblog for six years.
Recent Posts
Streetsblog Gets Action! Cincinnati Will Eliminate “Sorry” Bus Stop
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In a final, face-saving move, a transit agency is shamed into action by our contest.
THIS IS IT: “Sorriest Bus Stops” Contest Final Pits Cincinnati vs. Vancouver
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The two cities left standing from more than 40 nominees are (mournful drumroll, please) Vancouver and Cincinnati.
Detroit Unveils New Transportation Plan Created by Janette Sadik-Khan
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The former NYC DOT Commissioner created the five-year plan with Bloomberg Associates.
Check Out Portland’s New Bike Traffic Circle
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Weird wacky (and safe) stuff from a bike-friendly city.
Houston May Eliminate Some Mandatory Parking — A Big Step Toward a Transit Friendly City
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The city Planning Commission is considering a proposal that would exempt two neighborhoods adjacent to downtown from off-street parking requirements.
States are Losing Millions in Biking and Walking Funds
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Money is being squandered through mismanagement, active disinterest or simply because states can spend it on roads, a new study reveals.
The Dishonor Roll! Meet the Final Four in Our “Sorry Bus Stops”™ Contest
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The four sorriest, most dangerous and neglected bus stops this year are, drum roll, please, in Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Vancouver and New Orleans.
Here’s the Most Compelling Evidence for E-Scooters Yet
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Data from Charlotte shows that scooters are more popular than bike share.
The Best Tool for Reducing Traffic Deaths? More Transit!
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So why won't more cities beef up their public transit?