“When the pandemic forced people indoors in March 2020, Denver quickly responded to the desire for more outdoor space, closing more than seven miles of streets to cars and leaving them open to pedestrians and cyclists. Since then, Denver has returned those roads to normal traffic, while it plans for a more permanent version … [Read more…]
“Ever dreamed about a leisurely stroll or bicycle ride down the middle of Broadway, perhaps stopping to admire the architecture of the Mayan Theatre or have a nice quiet chat with a passing friend? If so, the constant gush of cars has probably kept you on the sidewalk and elevated the decibels of any … [Read more…]
“Starting next week, Denver transportation workers will begin ending the temporary Shared Streets Initiative that began during the pandemic as a way to promote social distancing. The program designated streets where people could safely walk, roll and recreate while maintaining some distance from one another. Areas prioritized for shared streets were those with greater … [Read more…]
“Denver’s experimentation with “shared streets” — roads designed to discourage cars to make room for people walking and rolling — will continue through the winter, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure announced Wednesday. However, the department will fully reopen three of those streets to cars. As DOTI gets ready for snow, crews will replace … [Read more…]
“DENVER – Denver will continue to operate its shared streets initiative through the 2020-2021 winter season, providing space for people to walk and bike amid COVID-19 social distancing guidelines, and in the next few weeks, will begin introducing new configurations and materials along these stretches to withstand the elements and improve safety. Changes will … [Read more…]
“We’ve seen a lot of things we haven’t seen before since COVID-19 hit, including people chilling in camping chairs in the middle of 16th Avenue during what used to be rush-hour. More commonly, though, people are simply walking and rolling down the city’s “shared” streets with fewer threats from drivers of cars and trucks, … [Read more…]
“Those using those streets, like Denver Health Dr. David Mintzer who bikes to work on 11th Avenue say it made all the difference. “Back in March and April at kind of the height of the pandemic I was working COVID ward almost every day, and I can honestly say biking without having to worry … [Read more…]