John Hennessy III,
P.E.
Affordable transportation such as bicycling is a critical part of the fabric of a healthy city. The purpose of this report is to highlight the economic benefits of bicycle infrastructure or other improvements by calculating and assigning a dollar value to every additional bicycle mile generated by those improvements. These figures can then be used to calculate the effectiveness of specific projects – and to advocate for those projects that make economic sense.
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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
This memo documents the key outcomes of the technical assistance for Baton Rouge, Louisiana with the Bikeshare Planning tool, and identifies key community issues, prioritized goals, and specific actions. Bikeshare is a network of bicycles distributed around an area that allows and encourages non-motorized trips from one location to another. In Baton Rouge, the overarching goal is to achieve a bikeshare system in a bike-friendly community that boosts tourism and improves quality of life.
This video explores population growth issues in Baton Rouge. By illustrating potential scenarios in which the region can support policies that attract and retain young people, increase connectivity and transportation choices, and create a more livable region.
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