Category: Louisiana

Rethinking an Urban Freeway in New Orleans

A study in New Orleans aims to re-imagine Claiborne Avenue as a transportation corridor that anchors a more livable community. The vision for Livable Claiborne Communities underscores how transportation affects land uses, economic activities and environ… more »

News, Louisiana – Mar. 20, 2013

Baton Rouge Becoming Bike Friendly

Bike lanes, paths, and shared-use roads have almost tripled in East Baton Rouge Parish in the past three years. Only 23 miles of bike routes were in place as late as 2009, but by the end of 2012 there were 68 miles of completed bike routes, and several… more »

News, Louisiana – Jan. 9, 2013

Walkable Communities in Demand in Louisiana

A recent article in the Lafayette, Louisiana Advertiser highlighted the growing demand for walkable communities in the state. Camille Manning-Broome, Director of Planning for the Center for Planning Excellence in Baton Rouge, said the trend toward more… more »

News, Louisiana – Apr. 23, 2012