Different cutoffs are important because they represent different travel needs: x.com/alex_erath/sta… But when using hard cutoffs without smoothing/decay, the selected time threshold has a large influence on the estimated impact of projects and policies. x.com/UrbanDemog/sta…

Access to jobs by transit increased in half of largest U.S. metros in 2019, says Accessibility Observatory. Phoenix +8.1% and LA +6.0% due to transit investments and land use. Raleigh +6.8% from job growth and changes in job locations. access.umn.edu/research/ameri… University of Minnesota U of M Research #transit

OpenStreetMap is “critical infrastructure” for us, too. joemorrison.medium.com/openstreetmap-…

This is a major advancement in the application of accessibility measures in transport. It is the go to document for any student or professional. Amazing leadership by @trnsprtst and @dk2475 to put this together with contributions from many around the world.

New research from Accessibility Observatory ranks and compares year to year the 50 largest US metros for connecting bike commuters with jobs. This data helps guide investments in biking routes to improve access to jobs in your city. access.umn.edu/research/ameri… University of Minnesota U of M Research #biking #cycling

Though it's uncertain when pandemic will end and riders return to transit, building network of fast, reliable, and efficient transportation is one of the most worthwhile investments we can make now, says Accessibility Observatory director Andrew Owen. University of Minnesota U of M Research startribune.com/metro-transit-…

Shout out to Accessibility Observatory graphics.

William Lindeke People are sleeping on how much the D and B Lines will change accessibility! x.com/alexschief/sta…

Somehow I missed this @StreetsMN article on the E Line aBRT (coming to City of Edina, MN in the next 3-ish years). It will provide access to a *lot* of jobs. All the while, *reducing the need* for cars & car infrastructure (car lanes, turn lanes, parking, etc.) streets.mn/2020/12/17/acc…

Register to attend our free March 2 webinar to hear from Accessibility Observatory researchers about their work evaluating accessibility to jobs by automobile, transit, and bicycle across the US: cts.umn.edu/events/seminar…

This spring we’re launching Phase II of our National Accessibility Evaluation project, which will expand our access data beyond jobs to include new destination types like education and healthcare twin-cities.umn.edu/news-events/un…

Measuring access to destinations helps make wise, cost-effective transportation system investments that best serve public needs as they evolve in an increasingly uncertain future, says Accessibility Observatory director Andrew Owen. University of Minnesota U of M Research #destinationaccess aashtojournal.org/2021/02/26/stu…

“[Access] may be the single most important thing we should be measuring about our transport systems — but that we usually don’t.” humantransit.org/2021/03/basics…

Trying out a new slogan — “Providing a Sense of the Dismal Results Since 2015!”

CTS is looking for two full-time researchers to join our Accessibility Observatory team! Positions will assist with Accessibility Observatory research, outreach, & management. Resume review begins Sept. 20: cts.umn.edu/about/jobs U of M Research

JOB ALERT! We have openings for two full-time researchers to support our National Accessibility Evaluation and other projects. Big networks, big maps, big data. Details & application links: hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/343109

Next week we’ll begin reviewing applicants for our two(!) open Researcher positions. If you want to work on implementing and advancing national-scale measurement of multimodal destination access (and, seriously, who doesn’t?) then apply here! hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/343109

Five new transitways planned for the Twin Cities will improve access to grocery stores, health care facilities, & high schools for tens of thousands of people from diverse demographics, according to Accessibility Observatory research: cts.umn.edu/news/2021/octo… U of M Research Metro Transit

Accessibility is a better, broader measure of how well the transportation system meets people’s needs. It's not how fast you go, but what you can reach — for work, shopping, school or other activities. naiop.org/Research-and-P… Accessibility Observatory University of Minnesota U of M Research #destinationaccess

Transit agencies: Want to attract more riders? Offer better access to jobs. In Portland, OR: "Daily boardings could increase by 1.8%- 2.1% for every 10% increase in accessibility {# of jobs reachable in 30 min from the bus stop by public transport]." doi.org/10.1016/j.jtra…