Angie Schmitt
Angie is a Cleveland-based writer with a background in planning and newspaper reporting. She has been writing about cities for Streetsblog for six years.
Recent Posts
Millennials Unhappily Stuck in their Parents’ Transportation System
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In a new survey, Millennials report fairly high dissatisfaction with driving, but they are mostly without alternatives.
Canadian City Shows how Muni Can Solve Transit Delays
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Once a Toronto street was closed to cars, about 20,000 additional streetcar riders materialized practically overnight.
Will Any Infrastructure Bill Be Worth Supporting?
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The day after the election a key Democrat promised a big spending package. But will it do more harm than good?
Cities are Making Left Turns Safer with ‘Wedges’
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Strategically placed bollards and curbs slow drivers and prevent them from "cutting corners," keeping pedestrians safer.
Uber and Lyft Carrying More Trips Than Light Rail in Seattle
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They are primarily moving folks living in the densest — and best-connected — parts of the county.
Election 2018: The Koch Brothers Lost Big in Tampa Last Night
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A grassroots-led push for trails, sidewalks and transit funding in Hillsborough County was successful despite opposition backed by the Koch brothers.
Amazon’s Choice of Crystal City Powered by Good Transit
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Good transit and a highly educated workforce make sense — but couldn't Amazon have spread the wealth instead of picking suburbs where it already has a large presence?
Cincinnati Bus Riders Finally Get A Lane of their Own
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Cincinnati is piloting a dedicated bus lane on Main Street during rush hour. The move process speedier service to 11,000 riders.
America’s Early Bus Rapid Transit Systems Are Working Well
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Now 10 years old and older, the performance of the U.S.'s first bus rapid transit systems helps explain why the model has caught fire.
Single-Family Housing Upholds the Patriarchy and Hurts Moms
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What happened to the "village?" They're a car ride away.
Cyclists Say Australia Should Rethink Strict Helmet Law
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Australia has the world's toughest helmet laws. But safety outcomes and ridership have stalled.
Uber and Lyft Ads Are Really Annoying Us Lately
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Research increasingly shows Uber and Lyft are worsening congestion, hurting transit, even boosting car sales. It shouldn't be too surprising if you've been paying attention to their ads.