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$15 Million Project Aims To Improve Accessibility Along Houston’s Busiest Transit Route

Gail Delaughter

Posted on June 28, 2021 · The improvements include new shelters, lighting and a wider sidewalk for cyclists.

Tags cycling disabilities pedestrian transit westchase district

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West Houston Street Revamp Includes New Amenities For Pedestrians And Cyclists

Gail Delaughter

Posted on September 17, 2019 · The project includes separated lanes for cars and bikes, along with a wider sidewalk.

Tags bike lanes complete streets cycling pedestrian westchase district

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Project In Westchase District Helps Drivers Exit Parking Lots Faster

Gail Delaughter

Posted on December 24, 2018 · There are a lot of projects around Houston right now designed to relieve traffic congestion. But some smaller efforts off the busy freeways can also make an impact.

Tags business district houston medians turning lanes westchase district Westheimer Road

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Big Mural in West Houston Recognizes Harvey’s First Responders

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on August 16, 2018 · Commissioned by the Westchase District, local artist Larry Crawford painted it on the flood control channel that runs along Brays Bayou

Tags Cajun Navy first responders harvey houston U.S. Coast Guard westchase district

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Mural In Westchase District Will Honor Harvey’s First Responders And Volunteer Rescuers

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on May 29, 2018 · Artist Larry Crawford has started painting on the ditch located at the intersection of the Brays Bayou and Wilcrest Drive

Tags Brays Bayou Cajun Navy coast guard houston Hurricane Harvey national guard westchase district

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A Neighborhood In West Houston Hopes To Encourage Commuters To Do Things Differently

Gail Delaughter

Posted on January 17, 2017 · The Westchase District has developed a multi-million dollar plan to create an extensive network of bike and pedestrian trails.

Tags cycling hike and bike trail pedestrian West Houston westchase district

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As Traffic Congestion Grows In West Houston, Officials Look For Solutions

Gail Delaughter

Posted on June 13, 2016 · Getting around was a big problem during the recent floods when major arteries were closed because of high water.

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Posted on February 24, 2023 · There are 20-, 40- and 60-mile rides for participants of all ages, with proceeds benefitting a reforestation program operated by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.

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The Houston Bike Summit returns to discuss concerns over the city’s cycling infrastructure

Gail Delaughter

Posted on May 16, 2022 · As the city's bike network continues to grow, cyclists say more needs to be done to maintain on-street bikeways.

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METRO says Houston transit ridership is up but it’s not back to pre-pandemic levels

Gail Delaughter

Posted on March 31, 2022 · The transit agency says the start of the Houston Rodeo helped boost ridership in February along with more workers returning to the office.

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Houston bike share hopes to expand transportation options in underserved communities

Gail Delaughter

Posted on January 5, 2022 · BCycle's new board president says she'd like to see a network of neighborhood stations along with more payment options to access the system.

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