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In a recent press release from the Governor's office, Governor Nixon announced that Mary E. Nelson of St Louis is his latest appointment to the Missouri HIghways and Transportation Commission, the group that oversees MoDOT and sets statewide transportation policy: Mary Nelson of St Louis was appointed to the MHTC by Governor NixonGov. Jay Nixon today announced that he has appointed Mary E. Nelson (D), of St. Louis, to serve on the State Highways and Transportation Commission. The Commission works to preserve, enhance, and support the state’s transportation system. The commission makes and tracks transportation policy and has authority over all state transportation programs and facilities, as provided by law, including bridges, highways, aviation, railroads, public transportation, ports, and waterborne commerce.“Mary has been a dedicated public servant for many years, and I look forward to her continuing that strong record of public service on the State Highways and Transportation Commission as it addresses the vital and challenging issues our transportation system faces,” Gov. Nixon said. Nelson is general counsel and chief legal officer for the St. Louis Community College District, and previously served as a commissioner for the Administrative Hearing Commission. She is a past president of the Mound City Bar Association. From 2002 to 2004, Nelson served on the Board of Police Commissioners for the City of St. Louis. Nelson obtained her undergraduate degree from Princeton University and her law degree from the University of Missouri. The Governor has appointed Nelson for a term ending March 1, 2017. Her appointment will be subject to confirmation by the Missouri Senate.Missouri bicycle and pedestrian groups have united in asking Governor Nixon to appoint MHTC members who will be supportive of bicycling, walking, and transit for this vacancy and others that are upcoming soon. Link:  Gov Nixon appoints Mary Nelson of St Louis MoDOT Commission

At its March 31, 2015 Annual Meeting, Ozark Greenways unveiled the Ozark Greenways Bicycle Friendly Business program.  With the unveiling, two inaugural recipients were announced – Bambino’s Café and Frisco Trail Mini Storage/Bike Depot. Ozark Greenways Bicycle Friendly BusinessThe Bicycle Friendly Business program recognizes businesses that support bicycling for their patrons, employees and Springfield as a whole.  Businesses can either be nominated or apply for themselves through an application available at the Ozark Greenways offices (830 N. Boonville) and eventually on Ozark Greenways’ soon to be redesigned website. The Ozark Greenways STAR Team (Sustainable Transportation Advocacy Resource Team) will review applications on a monthly basis as they are received.  Designation periods will run concurrent with Springfield’s Bicycle Friendly Community Status, which, right now, is through 2017. Businesses will be recognized through the Ozark Greenways website and will receive a decal they can put on the door of their business. Ozark Greenways would like to extend a big congratulations to both Bambino’s Café and Frisco Trail Mini Storage/Bike Depot on their efforts to promote and support bicycling in the Springfield area. Dawne Gardner, STAR Team; Andy Faucett, Bambino’s; Bart Williams, Frisco Trail Mini Storage; Natasha Longpine, STAR Team     Link:  Ozark Greenways Announces Bicycle Friendly Business Program

The Grim Reaper constantly lurks in our city, threatening to destroy the productive development patterns of the past with the scythe of 20th century ideas of progress. Before doing more of the same, let’s do the math! A QuikTrip gas station is proposed for the intersection of Jefferson and Chouteau. It would occupy nearly two […]