Entries tagged: Ann Arbor

Ordinance Gives Pedestrians the Upper Foot in Ann Arbor

Blog contributed by Alliance intern Adam Levine

Pedestrians in Ann Arbor will no longer have to “play frogger” when crossing the street.

With considerable help and encouragement from the Washtenaw Bicycling and Walking Coalition, Ann Arbor’s city council unanimously passed an ordinance that will require motorists to stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians at crosswalks.

The WBWC released an accompanying video demonstrating the perils that pedestrians face due to Michigan’s culture of not stopping at crosswalks.

Watch the video below or read more about WBWC here.

Posted by Carolyn S on July 28, 2010
Tags: washtenaw bicycle & walking coalition, safety, pedestrian, michigan, crosswalk, ann arbor
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GetDowntown Helps Cyclists Brave the Winter Commute

GetDowntown is helping cyclists keep their commute up in the chilly winter months. The Ann Arbor-based organization has put together a handy Guide to Winter Commuting In Ann Arbor.

A few tid-bits:

  • Windproof gear: Keeps you a lot warmer than just fleece
  • Tires with spikes in them.
  • Give yourself more time. When it gets really cold/snowy, it can slow you down.

Many more tips for cycling in winter months await! Check out the guide for more info on basic gear and practical hints and tips for winter commuting.

Posted by krsteele04 on November 12, 2009
Tags: winter guide, michigan, getdowntown, bike commuting, ann arbor
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