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Philadelphia opens Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive for pedestrians and cyclists

Purpose
Public health
Approach
Changes to public space
Type
Public space
Mode
Walking
Walking
Bicycle / e-bicycle
Bicycle / e-bicycle

About this initiative

The City of Philadelphia closed Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to car traffic to provide additional space for physical activity after advocates highlighted a 471% increase in cycling traffic compared to 2019.

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