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Hi Everyone! This is Bill Spriggs and I have found several news articles, links and blogs that I wanted to share along THE BACK FENCE & beyond in this Wednesday Edition, Sep 05, 2012. |
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West Corridor, Denver & Region
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[Note to below: Dr. Claudia Folska is a candidate for RTD board of directors, District E].
WiredMagazine
Navigating Cities, for the Blind By Jonah Lehrer, Sep 27, 2012
When she was 5, a degenerative retinal disease left Claudia Folska blind. As a result, she has an unusual perspective on how we can make cities more pedestrian-friendly. By analyzing the mental maps and walking routes of blind commuters, Folska-who is working on a dual doctorate at the University of Colorado Denver in urban planning and cognitive science-believes she can find ways to create urban landscapes that are easier for everyone to navigate. We asked her how this works.
READ MORE... TheDenverPost
Transit Stations Spur Development, but Questions Linger About Timing By Monte Whaley Sep 04 2012
COMMERCE CITY -- Cities on the proposed FasTracks commuter rail line heading north have high hopes for transit stations that will be popping up to serve train and bus patrons. |
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Democratic Platform's Scarce Words on Transportation Fail to Inspire.
By Tanya Snyder Sep 04 2012
President Obama spent Labor Day touting his rescue of the U.S. auto industry, and today, like a chorus of backup singers, the Big Three automakers posted double-digit sales increases in perfect unison. Meanwhile, the Democrats kicked off their convention in Charlotte.
TheAtlanticCities
Using BRT as a Transit Band-Aid
By Eric Jaffe, Sep 03, 2012
When a new metro line opened up in Istanbul a couple weeks ago, it mostly served as a reminder of something the city has been awaiting for the better part of a decade. That would be the massive Marmaray project, a rail tunnel beneath the Bosphorous strait that will link the European and Asian sides of the intercontinental city.
READ MORE...ReconnectingAmerica
The Economic Case for Locating Affordable Housing Near Transit
September 04, 2012
Reconnecting America today released an eight-page policy brief that makes the economic case for locating affordable housing near transit.
READ MORE...
TheNewYorkTimes
Project Aims to Harness the Power of WavesBy Kirk Johnson, Sep 03, 2012
About 15 years ago, this environmentally conscious state with a fir tree on its license plates began pushing the idea of making renewable energy from the ocean waves that bob and swell on the Pacific horizon.READ MORE...
TheAtlanticCities
America's Best Places for a Raise
By Richard Florida, Sep 03, 2012
Although much still needs to be done to create good jobs for the many out of work or under-employed Americans, there is some cause to celebrate this labor Day, as workers in some areas of the country took home substantial raises, according to the most recent data.READ MORE...TheAtlanticCities
Pimp Your Block With Civic Bling
By Emily Badger, Aug 31, 2012
Because we know you're probably not getting much done at the office today anyway ahead of the long weekend, we'd like to introduce you to Blockee, a delightfully time-sucking web app that helps you pimp your street with "civic bling" - or, at least, begin to imagine what that might look like.
PopUpCity
Designers Turn Abandoned Walmart Into America's Largest Library
By Emma Chow, Sep 03, 2012
Walmarts, the granddaddy of big box stores, are ubiquitous in America...Often cited as a major reason for sprawl in North America, Walmarts have been further criticized for their habit of abandoning stores for various reasons from upgrading to poor business. These soulless shells often sit idle for long periods, taking up space and infrastructure, contributing to nothing but blight.
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ZeeNewsIndia
Mexicans Ride Bikes to Avoid Traffic Jams
September 04, 2012 Mexico City: In Mexico City, where more than four million cars, vans and trucks clog the street everyday, the simple everyday task of going to work can be hell on wheels - which is why the bicycle is coming into its own.
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[Note to below: the "WABUSY" (Walking, Bus & Cycle) Group in Austin, Texas is teaching neighbors on how to take the bus to reduce traffic. Now, for all of you transit experts out there, don't laugh -- these are really serious people -- Maybe our RTD should take a hint and sponsor a regional effort?].
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Things you need to know along the West Corridor
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>Lakewood, Wed., Sep 12, 7:30am to 8:30am
Ward 2 Lakewood City Council members, Cindy Baroway & Scott Koop will meet with residents and respectful guests for their monthly outreach meeting. The future light rail line runs across the NW section of their Ward.
40 West Arts District Office, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood, Co. 80214
>Lakewood, Sat., Sep 15, 9am to close.
Ward 1 Lakewood City Council members, Karen Kellen & Ramey Johnson will meet with residents and respectful guests for their montly outreach meeting. The future light rail line runs across the northern section of their Ward. 40 West Arts District Office, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood, Co. 80214.
>Lakewood, Thursday, Sept 13, 2012 7pm. Mary Harris Auditorium on the Campus of the Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design. 1600 Pierce Street, Lakewood, Colorado 80214.
Music! Singing! Dancing! Comedy! Oh My! A variety show produced by the 40 West Arts District showcasing the performing arts with an array of upbeat, high-energy, family-friendly acts. The inaugural show, emceed by the inimitable "Naughty Pierre" from Lannie's Clocktower, is set for September 13 at the Mary Harris Auditorium - Click here to learn more & purchase tickets.
SEPTEMBER 21-23RD, 2012
Denver Union Station
Construction Cam
Wish You Could Find an Apartment/Condo near a Light Rail Station? As part of TBF's continuing efforts to bring TOD's to the West Corridor & elsewhere, this link from Walk Score.com will now be a permanent feature. Thanks.
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Commercial Real Estate Assemblages, Land or Buildings Available on The West Corridor
Please note: TBF does not
own or sell any real property.
Prices displayed may not be correct.
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>3415 West Colfax Ave TOD Assemblage
>4419 West Colfax Retail Location
>4917 West 11th Ave Assemblage [sold]
Sold, See Press Release
>10th Avenue Light Rail Assemblage
>1010 Sheridan Blvd TOD Site
>13th Avenue & Newland St., Light Rail Vacant Land
>5830 West Colfax Ave
>1025 Ammons Complex
>6990 West Colfax Ave Pad Site
THE BACK FENCE supports a corridor wide, regional vision, with individual nodes of unique "places" within that corridor. We hope that the listing of commercial properties available will help to speed this vision to fruition sooner. Learn more about this vision below from the Center for Transit-Oriented Development.
West Corridor Vision
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Things You Need to Know Around the Region
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 Saturday, Sept 15, 2012 Calling all Cyclists in Golden, Lakewood, west Denver, and the Denver Region. The RTD FasTracks West Rail Line which will serve our West Corridor will host a bike event on Saturday, September 15, 2012 to show off its magnificent bike path that parallels most of the future "W" line. >Denver, Thursday, November 8th, 2012, 7:00am to 10:30am The Transit Alliance Presents the Transit Event of 2012
Union Station:
Community Trans-Formation
Celebrating the Vision of FasTracks Coming to Life The Ritz Carlton Denver, $75 - Individual, $700 - Table
Stay tuned for reservation details
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