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Tell MnDOT to fix the Rethinking I-94 Process
A new report highlights the enormous community benefits of highway removal and points out major flaws with MnDOT’s evaluation process. Send an email today to ask key project decision-makers to fix the Rethinking I-94 process before it is too late.March 21, 2024
How the “85th Percentile Rule” is Ineffective and Dangerous
As part of the safety inspection, the NUMO and WRI team walked the Olson Memorial Highway corridor with Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) staff and community members present to identify areas of concern.
Imagine Event Empowers Community Input on the Future of I-94
More than just a fun block party, the Imagine Frogtown & Rondo event was also a successful community outreach opportunity to uplift the Twin Cities Boulevard campaign. We’ve found no consensus around a land bridge over a rebuilt highway.
Land Bridge & Highway Removal: Compatible, Not Competing
Should the Rondo community desire to reconnect the neighborhood at-grade, then the boulevard could run below grade through this portion of the corridor. This strategy would solve multiple serious problems created by the highway, from neighborhood disconnection to air pollution and community health disparities.
International Traffic Safety Experts Conduct Audit of Olson Memorial Highway
As part of the safety inspection, the NUMO and WRI team walked the Olson Memorial Highway corridor with Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) staff and community members present to identify areas of concern.
New Event Series “Imagine” Kicks off this Sunday in Saint Paul
The event is hosted by Our Streets, a transportation advocacy organization that previously organized Open Streets Minneapolis. Billed as “more than just a block party,” the event aims to gain community input on neighborhood transportation issues.
Near North MPLS Organizations Write Federal Representatives for Support in Safety and Reparations
The open letter outlines the harmful history of the highway and the original routing of the METRO Blue Line Light Rail Extension, which was originally routed on Olson Memorial Highway.
What’s Happening with Minneapolis Municipal Sidewalk Plowing?
Most of us are enjoying the limited summer weather we get here, but—apologies for the dated Game of Thrones reference—winter is coming. So, what can we expect for sidewalk snow removal?
Support Bikeways & Transit on the Future Lyndale Ave S
Hennepin County has released the initial project concepts for the Lyndale Avenue S reconstruction project. The proposed concepts include designs that feature protected bikeways, bus-only lanes, and expanded green space.
Community Engages Around Non-Highway Options at Forum
We hosted a community forum at Mixed Blood yesterday to share Reimagining I-94 report findings and project demands as well as offer the opportunity for community testimony.
MnDOT Commits to No Demands, Declines Public Forum Invitation
Last month, many Policy Advisory Committee (PAC) members for the Rethinking I-94 project signed a letter outlining demands in response to the highly publicized Reimagining I-94 report.
Despite the concerns raised, MnDOT responded yesterday in an incredibly disappointing letter saying they are not committing to any of the demands.
New Coalition Launched Opposing Urban Highway Rebuild and Expansion
We are excited to announce a new coalition tasked with co-creating a positive, community-centered vision for a future without urban highways in the state of Minnesota.
Kicking Off Our Summer Giving Campaign
We invite you to join us in generosity and community support as we kick off our summer giving campaign. We have many exciting events and progress toward more equitable transportation in the Twin Cities, but we need your help!