Bike Sharing in ATX. What do you think #SNAPPatx

What if there was a way to get around town, save on gas, and promote better health and a cleaner environment? We're talking about biking and it could be more accessible than ever.

The city of Austin has had car share programs for a while now. However, this time the city is looking at way to get people out their cars and on the bike without you having to buy a bike.

You have many different ways of getting around downtown Austin, but sometimes the fastest way is on two wheels. That's one of the reasons the city of Austin is proposing a plan that will allow bike rentals anytime you want them.

Read more: http://www.myfoxaustin.com/dpp/news/foxe/FOXe-Bike-Share-Program-20110512-ktbcw#ixzz1MzsyJYxB

FOXe: Bike Share Program: MyFoxAUSTIN.com

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Time to test weekend rail service in Austin

With ridership numbers trending upward for Capital Metro's rail service, it's time for the transit agency to roll out a pilot program to test demand for regular weekend service. And because MetroRail is proving its worth in providing service for special events, Capital Metro also should expand its service.

Reducing the hassle and expense of driving and parking downtown might boost weekend business for central city restaurants and clubs, including those in the East Austin corridor that are easily accessible from several MetroRail stops.

The numbers are telling the story.


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Austin American Statesman Editorial

Sunday, May 15, 2011

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Imagine a commute with no more red lights from one end of Austin to the other

It could happen as early as next year with a new Capital Metro bus service that will keep lights green.


"They'll provide more frequency, a better ride and lower commute times," Cap Metro Board Vice Chairman John Langmore said. "Think of them as a rail line with rubber tires."

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New bus fleet will keep lights green: kxan.com
AUSTIN KXAN's David Scott has the story
Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Where Do You See Confusing Road Signs in Austin?

Traffic is usually the No. 1 complaint in Austin, so drivers don't need confusing signs slowing them down even more.  But they are out there . . .

Confusing traffic signs come down: kxan.com

KXAN Doug Shupe Published : Wednesday, 04 May 2011, 11:16 PM CDT

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BikeShare in Austin

City's idea becoming more well-received

AUSTIN (KXAN) - After initial hesitation by the bicycling community, the idea of a city-operated Bicycle Share program is slowly gaining support.

"I think it's long overdue. They've been doing it in other cities all over the world," said Mark Mitchell, owner of Barton Springs Bike Rentals.

Biking biz in favor of BikeShare : kxan.com

KXAN Jarrod Wise Published : Wednesday, 04 May 2011, 9:51 PM CDT

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