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W Line Boot Logo: RTD
(Notice the light rail train, Denver Union Station & the 6th Avenue Bridge?)
Since we 22 days from Opening Day for the W Line, we'll continue to focus on "How to Take Light Rail."
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THE BACK FENCE NEWSLETTER
Will Cease Publication on
April 25, 2013.
There Are 3 Editions Left.
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The Newsletter Featuring Livable Community Items That Readers Value and Highlights of Happenings Along the West Corridor on the RTD W Rail Line Serving Golden, Lakewood & Denver, Colorado.
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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 the Weekly Edition, April 04, 2013. |
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TheDenverPost
RTD's W light-Rail Line Builds Steam Toward a Late-April Opening
By Emilie Rusch, Apr 01 2013
Light-rail trains are rolling through Lakewood, and officials with the Regional Transportation District said the frequency will increase in the final weeks before the W Line opens to the public.
READ MORE...TheDenverPost North-Metro Critics of FasTracks are Becoming Boosters
By Monte Whaley, Mar 28 2013 Some critics of the FasTracks mass transit project have suddenly become enthusiastic supporters of the $7 billion effort to link the metro area by rail and bus. The new boosters, from Denver's northern suburbs, are pleased the Regional Transportation District now says the North Metro Rail Line could be finished before 2020. PopUpCity
Mobile Café In Denver Turns Coffee Into An Urban Strategy By Vivian Doumpa, Mar 29 2013
We get really excited when we come across projects that not only feature pop-up urbanism, but also promote alternative models of urban daily life. Public Coffee is a Denver-based collaboration among many interdisciplinary creative parties, such as designers, social artists, educators, coffee visionaries, social workers, businessmen, a farmer's market director, and an architect. READ MORE... |
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SalonDotCom
Obama: Let's Rebuild Our Infrastructure By Josh Lederman, Mar 29 2013
While visiting a Miami port Friday, (Mar 29) the president laid out a plan to create new jobs through public works projects.
READ MORE...DC.StreetsBlog Congress to U.S. DOT: The Roads Aren't Safe Until They're Safe For Everyone By Tanya Snyder, Mar 28 2013 Yes, traffic fatalities have been (mostly) going down, but as long as cyclist and pedestrian fatalities keep going up, we can't truly say our streets and roads are getting safer. That's the message from 68 members of Congress to one pretty receptive audience: Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. READ MORE...
StreetsBlog
U.S. DOT, HHS Announce Public Health Campaign to Reduce Driving
By Angie Schmitt, Apr 01 2013
We have some sudden, unexpected, exciting news for you today, readers. Across the Streetsblog Network today, bold, smart, truly transformative transportation reforms are being cheerfully reported with surprising regularity.
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TheAtlanticCities
Public Transportation Does Relieve Traffic Congestion, Just Not Everywhere
By Eric Jaffe, Apr 01 2013
The idea that public transportation relieves road congestion is both logical and popular, but the evidence for it is decidedly mixed. The "fundamental law of road congestion," for instance, suggests that transit fails to relieve traffic because latent demand for road space is so great. (The only hope of reducing congestion, according to this work, is establishing road fares.)...READ MORE...
DC.StreetsBlog
How Much Driving Is Avoided When Someone Rides a Bike?
By Tanya Snyder, Mar 29 2013
If Jane Doe rides her bike a mile to the post office and then back home, is it fair to assume she just avoided two miles of driving? And can we then assume that she prevented 2.2 pounds of carbon dioxide from being emitted?
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WashintonPost
Will Driverless Cars Solve Our Energy Problems - or Just Create New Ones?
By Brad Plumer, Mar 30 2013
Self-driving cars are all the rage these days. Companies like Google are building vehicles that can drive themselves with sensors and algorithms. Futurists are raving about how this will revolutionize transportation: fewer accidents, easier parking... It's reached the point where even Newt Gingrich is offering a "short course" on driverless cars.
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The Only Thing You Need to Know Along the West Corridor is Where You'll be Spending Your Time on Opening Day Ceremonies.
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Graphics above: RTD
Hey, Hey, Hey!
Come One, Come All
to the Opening Day Celebrations, Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th, 2013
Friday, April 26, 2013
* Approx. 10:30 a.m. - Grand Opening ceremony at Jefferson County Government Center- Golden Station.
* Approx. noon - Free rides on West Rail Line following the ceremony
Saturday, April 27, 2013
* 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Station Parties (see below)
* All day - Free rides on the entire light rail system metrowide!
Ride West. It's an adventure!
Station Parties
Downtown - Denver Union Station
1600 Wewatta St., Denver, CO 80202 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Downtown Denver Showcase: Stop by and enjoy live music and delicious food from local vendors. While you're here, get to know downtown businesses and get a sneak peek into the future of the new Denver Union Station.
Decatur/Federal Station
1310 N. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80219 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Denver Sports and Activities
Meet Miles, the Denver Broncos Mascot and the Broncos Cheerleaders! Enjoy food trucks, music from Radio Disney and activities for all ages, including a climbing wall, step team and Zumba.
Sheridan Station
1198 Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80219 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Working Together: Denver, Lakewood and Edgewater! See plans for the many new housing opportunities along the light rail and visit with many nonprofits. Hear great music and enjoy many food trucks. Brought to you by Urban Land Conservancy, 9 to 5 Winning Justice for Working Women, West Colfax Community Association, Two Creeks Neighborhood, Villa Park Neighborhood, and the office of Denver Councilmember Paul Lopez. Lamar Station 6363 W 13th Ave., Lakewood, CO 80214 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
40 West Arts District Street Fair! Come visit with artist vendors and demonstrations, enjoy kid's activities and giveaways, chalk art, live entertainment, great food and more. Celebrate the arts! Brought to you by Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design and the 40 West Arts District.
Wadsworth Station 1350 Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80214 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Celebrating Lakewood's Past, Present and Future: History and Sustainability! Lakewood's history showcased alongside live music, locally-owned and operated businesses and restaurants, sustainability information and a video booth to share memories of Colfax and Lakewood. Come explore the social media tent! Brought to you by the West Colfax Community Association, Belmar, and Eiber Neighborhood Association.
Garrison Station 9091 W. 13th Ave., Lakewood, CO 80215 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Eiber: Great Neighbors! Acapella bands and local schools perform. Visit with a local real estate agent on site! See the historic Lakewood Police car on display. Brought to you by the Eiber Neighborhood Association and St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Oak Station 1311 Oak St., Lakewood, CO 80215 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Play Lakewood! Demonstrations and interactive fun with Lakewood's parks, recreation and art/crafts. Lakewood Community Resources highlight fun things to do and see in Lakewood. Brought to you by the City of Lakewood's Community Resources Department.
St. Anthony at Federal Center Station 11601 W. 2nd Pl., Lakewood, CO 80226- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Walk This Way: Celebrating Health, Wellness and Safety! St. Anthony Hospital and West Metro Fire teach light rail safety and staying healthy. Come check out the St. Anthony Health and Wellness Fair. West Metro Fire truck will be on display. Locally-owned food and businesses serve up great food. Brought to you by St. Anthony Hospital, the West Chamber's Union Corridor Professionals group, and West Metro Fire Protection.
Red Rocks Community College Station 13400 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood, CO 80228 -10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Celebrating Lakewood's Great Education! Red Rocks Community College and their fox mascot welcome you. Brought to you by Red Rocks Community College.
Jefferson County Government Center - Golden Station 605 Johnson Rd., Golden, CO 80401 -10 a.m to 2 p.m
Front Range Activities and Access: Get in touch with your wild side! Have fun at the petting zoo, learn about the Foothills Animal Shelter, and explore beautiful nature trails. Enjoy music, food from local vendors and much more.
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Bike Logo above: RTD
Click on the Logo Above to Learn How to "Bike-n-Ride" |
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| The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of William A. Spriggs and no one else. |
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