Research shows pedestrianization schemes, once implemented, do wonders. "We can't find a single example of a traffic-reduction measure that's been in place for more than two years that's then gone on to be removed because of a lack of public support." #ShareGoodNewsToowww.bbc.com/future/artic...
Cities around the world reveal surprising truths about getting the public on board with cutting car-use.
I can only assume this one lasted less than the completely arbitrary 2 year cutoff. www.bbc.com/news/article...
A public consultation on the scheme in Jesmond revealed 77% of respondents were against it.
My MKE suburb had what was in essence such an effort in the early 80s. It was eventually torn down. I loved it because it meant no-cars between me and my favorite bicycle-distance arcade. I wonder how many failed earlier attempts have poisoned the memories of The Olds(TM) who make policy?
Buffalo just reopened Main Street to cars.
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Youngstown Ohio's Federal Street through downtown is an example of that. Federal Street Revitalization - ms consultants
This also suggests that efforts that aren’t supported are rather quickly dismantled - which, IMO, is an argument for broader experimentation. If it doesn’t fit the neighborhood, then it’ll be reversed in no time!