Monthly Archives: January 2012

MOTUnes Monday │ Hit the Road Jack

Posted on January 30, 2012 by

Another Monday, another MOTUnes! Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we present the catchy stylings of Mr. Ray Charles himself and his “Hit the Road Jack.”

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Research Rest-Stop │ The Intercity Bus Grows as a Travel Mode

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

Every Wednesday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) highlights some interesting research related to or innovations in transportation, sustainability, or energy. * According to a new DePaul University report, intercity bus departures are growing quickly, indicating an increase … Continue reading →

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MOTUnes Monday │ Erie Canal

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we present the Boss himself – Bruce Springsteen – as he sings of the Erie Canal in a song of the same name.

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Research Rest-Stop │ Imagining a City Without Its Transit System

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Every Wednesday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) highlights some interesting research related to or innovations in transportation, sustainability, or energy. * Ever wonder what a city would be like without its public transportation system? Well, wonder no … Continue reading →

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MOTUnes Monday │ Fly Like an Eagle

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. We’re flying into this week with Steve Miller Band’s classic, “Fly Like an Eagle.”

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Research Rest-Stop │ Biking and Saving Cities Money All at the Same Time

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

Every Wednesday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) highlights some interesting research related to or innovations in transportation, sustainability, or energy. * A new report from the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP), “Building a Better Gas … Continue reading →

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MOTUnes Monday │ Midnight Train to Georgia

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

Choo, choo – MOTUnes Monday is pulling into the station this week with another classic. Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we’re showcasing “Midnight Train to Georgia” by Gladys … Continue reading →

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Research Rest-Stop │ “Evaluating Public Transit as an Energy Conservation and Emission Reduction Strategy”

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

Every Wednesday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) highlights some interesting research related to or innovations in transportation, sustainability, or energy. * A recent Victoria Transport Policy Institute study evaluates how well environmental and transportation policies coordinate with … Continue reading →

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Start your year sustainably! Recycle your Christmas Tree by January 14th!

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

For 24 years, the Streets Department’s Sanitation division has provided Philadelphians with an environmentally safe alternative for the disposal of used trees.  Streets Commissioner Clarena I.W. Tolson recently announced that the Residential Christmas Tree Recycling Program will run from Tuesday, January … Continue reading →

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MOTUnes Monday │ Drive My Car

Posted on January 2, 2012 by

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we’re kicking off the new year with “Drive My Car” by the Beatles.

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