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Ask City Council to tell Public Works to unblock the walk
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Road work signs that blocks sidewalks violate the Americans with Disabilities Act. They also  violate the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), which many refer to as the "bible" of the transportation engineering profession.
And as all of us know, they force people to walk in the road, often with our backs to traffic.
Despite that, people encounter signs like these throughout Atlanta.
At our recent Unblock the Walk forum, Public Works Commissioner Richard Mendoza encouraged people to call 311 to report sign report signs like these.
The problem is systemic, so relying on residents to report signs will not solve the problem Instead, Public Works should enforce laws prohibiting sign sign supports from being located on sidewalks.
The fact that locating signs in the road can be complicated, require additional costs isn't an excuse for locating them on sidewalks.
When you see a sign blocking the sidewalk, please snap a photo, write down the address, and e-mail your
City Council representatives. Ask City Council members to insist that Public Works stop allowing contractors and city crews to violate the Americans with Disabilities Act. Also ask them to insist that Public Works monitor signs and fine violators.
Atlanta can do better. Atlanta must do better. With your help, we'll unblock the walk.
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May 7: Jane's Walk
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Join CNU Atlanta, PEDS, Darin Givens (the "ATL Urbanist"), Ian Sansom of Alta Planning and Kyle Kessler the Downtown Atlanta Neighborhood Association for a walk through Downtown celebrating the life and work of Jane Jacobs.
May 7, 3 - 4 PM
NW corner of Woodruff Park
Jacobs, author of the Death and Life of Great American Cities,
raised awareness of the
negative impact of mid-20th century "urban renewal" projects
that separated land uses
and and promoted low-density, suburban development. Through her writing and her activism, Jacobs helped people understand the benefits of compact, mixed use development and walkable communities.
The walk through historic Downtown neighborhoods is a great way to consider not just what would Jane Jacobs would do, but also what can we do?
We look forward to walking with you on Saturday.
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Georgia Walks Summit: Early bird registration now open
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If you're a transportation or public health professional, community advocate or elected official, the Georgia Walks Summit is something you won't want to miss.
The June 17 summit will be at
Middle Georgia State University
in Macon,
with exciting pre-summit activities on June 16.
Pre-Summit Activities, Thursday, June 16, 4 - 7 PM
Friday, June 17, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Plenary and breakout sessions on healthy communities, Vision Zero, Complete Streets,
Pedestrian Road Safety Audits, Safe Routes to School, trails, sidewalk maintenance,
public engagement and transportation funding
Georgia Planning Association AICP members will be eligible for CM credits
Early bird rates end May 20
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It's not too late: SLOW DOWN signs available May 21
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School's out soon, so we can expect kids to be outside more of the day. Please help ensure their safety by posting yard signs encouraging drivers to slow down.
On Saturday, May 21, we'll distribute "SLOW DOWN" signs at the entrance to
John Howell Park
in Virginia Highland.
May 21, 10 - 11 AM
Thanks to
Abbadabba's generous support, signs are free of charge. Representatives of neighborhood organizations or schools can take up to 25 signs.
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