Walking, Bicycle Commuting, and Public Transport in Nashville: Challenges and Options for the Future

Location

Bunch Library Multimedia Hall

Start Date

4-3-2020 2:35 PM

End Date

3-2020 2:50 PM

Publication Date

Spring 3-4-2020

Description

This presentation will discuss my work with Walk Bike Nashville, the Oasis Center, and the Nashville Metro Transit Authority (MTA) to provide alternatives to driving a car in Nashville. Too often people default to driving a car because of the lack of sidewalks or not having enough experience with riding bicycles in urban areas. At the Oasis center, young people are encouraged to participate in workshops to build their own custom bikes from the frame up or help with refurbishing a donated bicycle. Research shows that cities with pedestrian, public transport, and bicycling options are healthier and more likely to provide economic mobility for youth. Nashville's transit plan was soundly defeated by voters in 2018 but many groups in Davidson County continue to work on transportation access that does not depend on having a car.

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Mar 4th, 2:35 PM Mar 1st, 2:50 PM

Walking, Bicycle Commuting, and Public Transport in Nashville: Challenges and Options for the Future

Bunch Library Multimedia Hall

This presentation will discuss my work with Walk Bike Nashville, the Oasis Center, and the Nashville Metro Transit Authority (MTA) to provide alternatives to driving a car in Nashville. Too often people default to driving a car because of the lack of sidewalks or not having enough experience with riding bicycles in urban areas. At the Oasis center, young people are encouraged to participate in workshops to build their own custom bikes from the frame up or help with refurbishing a donated bicycle. Research shows that cities with pedestrian, public transport, and bicycling options are healthier and more likely to provide economic mobility for youth. Nashville's transit plan was soundly defeated by voters in 2018 but many groups in Davidson County continue to work on transportation access that does not depend on having a car.