Monthly Archives: April 2012

MOTUnes Monday │ Expressway to Your Heart

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we’re in the fast lane with “Expressway to Your Heart” by the Soul Survivors.

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MOTUnes Monday │ Sloop John B

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we’re featuring “Sloop John B,” a catchy tune by The Beach Boys.

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Want a Bicycle Parking Corral?

Following the successful pilot last fall of an in-street bike parking rack on Sydenham St. just south of Walnut St in Center City, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities  received numerous requests from businesses around the City to provide … Continue reading

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MOTUnes Monday │ Wabash Cannonball

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. “Wabash Cannonball” by Blind Willie McTell gets our vote this week.

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Research Rest-Stop │ The Speed Camera Lottery

Every Wednesday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) highlights some interesting research related to or innovations in transportation, sustainability, or energy. * In 2010, Kevin Richardson of San Francisco participated in a contest run by a Swedish advertising … Continue reading

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MOTU’S PARKLET RFP

You may recall that on March 30th the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities announced the launch of a Parklet Pilot Program.  The program allows communities from across Philadelphia to request permission to build and maintain Parklets in their neighborhood. … Continue reading

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MOTUnes Monday │ I’ll Fly Away

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we’re soaring high with Johnny Cash and June Carter’s “I’ll Fly Away.”

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MOTUnes Monday │ Streets of Philadelphia

Every Monday, the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) showcases a transportation related song. This week, we’re paying tribute to the Boss himself and his classic hit, “Streets of Philadelphia.”

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The E-Lane Pilot: The video

Here is a look at the history of the E-Lane.  We decided to have fun with a serious issue – distracted walking.  Distracted driving get lots of attention, as it should, but a growing issue in cities is distracted walking. … Continue reading

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The E-Lane Pilot: Sidewalk Space for Distracted Walkers

The E-Lane Pilot: Sidewalk Space for Distracted Walkers Philadelphia pilots dedicated sidewalk space for distracted pedestrians First of its kind transportation innovation provides safe space for Philadelphia’s busiest pedestrians Contact: Andrew Stober – (215) 686-8158  andrew.stober@phila.gov Philadelphia, April 1, 2012 … Continue reading

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