A Texas Department of Transportation commission approved nearly $285 million worth of bicycle and pedestrian-centered infrastructure projects across the state this week.
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His charges have been dropped due to insufficient evidence.Read full article: Murder charge dropped for teen accused of fatally shooting man in East Side homeTexas Game Wardens recover body of man in Elmendorf Lake accused of fleeing from officers, SAPD says Read full article: Texas Game Wardens recover body of man in Elmendorf Lake accused of fleeing from officers, SAPD says A mural adorns a building at the corner of St. Mary's and Josephine Streets. A local developer is working to bring more infill to the area.– A Texas Department of Transportation commission approved nearly $285 million worth of bicycle and pedestrian-centered infrastructure projects across the state this week.suggesting the state agency in charge of building massive highways and overpasses provide a boost to public transportation in rural and smaller urban areas.The revelation, described by The Texas Tribune as “a stunning acknowledgment in car-dominant Texas,” comes from a first-of-its-kind plan released in October. All of the projects — including at least 10 across the San Antonio metropolitan area — plan to tackle transit and pedestrian-related issues.The projects sought funds from the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program, which is specifically designed to support local bicycle and pedestrian-focused projects across Texas, according to TxDOT. The transit agency separates the projects by service district, which is why some of the projects — ranging from exploring a hike and bike connectivity plan in Castle Hills to sidewalk infrastructure in Uvalde and Hondo — are presented across the region. Due to this distinction, 12 counties comprise the San Antonio district.Large scale – Bike/pedestrian bridges, regional trails, multimodal hubsNon-infrastructure – Safe Routes to School plans, safety action plans TxDOT’s Thursday afternoon news release announcing the funding does not explicitly state which projects had their funding approved.Conger said the department would continue exploring future grant opportunities for the growing program. “We know that walking or biking to school leads to less vehicular traffic congestion at drop-off and pick-up times and provides a healthier alternative for the students who participate,” he said in a Friday email to KSAT. The pilot stage of the program will continue, as the department explores bringing additional schools on board. “We are continuing our work to create materials and lesson plans that we can share with schools on how to walk and bike safely. We will continue our work hosting safety education assemblies and other activities at schools.” The pilot envisions an eventual city-wide program implementation; however, for now, it identifies three area schools to garner feedback and expand safety improvements for pedestrians and cyclists.“Crosswalks, bike lanes, we don’t have any of that,” Hutcheson told KSAT in August. “I’m really hopeful they can bring in an engineering firm to help make the area around the campus better.”San Antonio parents’ initiative boosts support for city’s Safe Routes to School programMason Hickok is a digital journalist at KSAT. He graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a communication degree and a minor in film studies. He also spent two years working at The Paisano, the independent student newspaper at UTSA. Outside of the newsroom, he enjoys the outdoors, reading and watching movies.Judge ordered newborn removed from parents before CPS was notified, prompting backlashExperience San Antonio’s newest drive-thru Christmas light display “The Light Park” at Wolff StadiumKSAT’s Japhanie Gray takes on VIA’s celebrity bus operator competition during annual ‘roadeo’WATCH- Rep. Tony Gonzales refuses to answer questions about his alleged relationship with stafferHave you seen him? Police seek man seen strangling kitten on surveillance videoState trooper injured, multiple detained after stolen vehicle chase from McMullen to Bexar CountyHere's the moment all 3 ex-SAPD officers charged in Melissa Perez’s killing were found not guiltySan Antonio Pets Alive! warns of unauthorized GoFundMe pageGroup of Democrats strikes deal with GOP to end shutdownDo you know how to do CPR? Here’s a simple lesson
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