By Quincy Midthun and Eric Murphy This blog post is a collaboration between the State Smart Transportation Initiative and the Mayors Innovation Project, both programs of the High Road Strategy Center at the University of …
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Twelve US Mayors Selected to Join the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety
The Mayors Innovation Project is pleased to announce the third cohort of the Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety (MIPS). This year, supported by AARP and Smart Growth America, 12 mayors were selected through a national competitive application process to join this year’s cohort.
Member City Spotlight: Salem, MA
In 2022, 7,522 people were struck and killed while walking on US roadways, a shocking 75 percent increase in such deaths since 2010. Meanwhile, more than 65,000 pedestrians were injured in that same year, marking …
Smaller infrastructure investments help pave the way to safer communities
By Chris McCahill and Katya Spear This blog post is a collaboration between the State Smart Transportation Initiative and the Mayors Innovation Project, both programs of the High Road Strategy Center at the University of …
Mayor takes on new role, invests in pedestrian safety
In partnership with American Association of Retired Persons Livable Communities and Smart Growth America, Mayor Scott Conger, is one of the new leaders for the 2nd Mayors Institute on pedestrian safety.
Earth Day 2024: Lifting up Mayoral Leadership on Climate!
Everyday is Earth Day! At this perilous time on our fragile planet, all policy is climate policy – and cities, bolstered by an infusion of funding and climate prioritization from the Federal Government – are …
Press Release: Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety 2024 Cohort Announced
Today, the Mayors Innovation Project announced their selections for the 2024 cohort of the Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. The program is a collaboration between the Mayors Innovation Project, AARP, and Smart Growth America.
Good Ideas for Cities: Electrify Your City Fleet
Best practices for the EV fleet transition
National Bike Safety Month Interview with Mayor John Bauters
In honor of National Bike Safety Month, the Mayors Innovation Project brings you this interview with Mayor John Bauters of Emeryville, CA.
Ditching the Car, for Our Planet and Ourselves
In hopes of cleaner air and fresher water, cities across the country are looking for ways to reduce pollution in their communities. Any public official truly invested in creating healthier and more sustainable communities must address the multi-ton elephants on the street… cars.