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Bike Infrastructure Evaluation of Midtown Atlanta, A GIS and Statistics Based Study
Bike Infrastructure Evaluation of Midtown Atlanta, A GIS and Statistics Based Study
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Gao, Meng
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Metro Atlanta has experienced a surge in population growth in the past few decades. Midtown is one of
the most attractive neighborhoods to companies, businesses, and residents, new and old. From daily
observations to Census data, today Atlanta’s transportation network is still heavily dependent on cars for
commute. The growing need for cars will lead to further traffic congestion, air pollution, and pressure to
increase road infrastructure.
Studies from many organizations and institutes have shown the great benefits of biking for individuals.
Better Health in Victoria, Australia identified three major benefits of biking: protection from serious
diseases; personal enjoyment of low-impact exercise; and the ease of fitting it into trips to shops, school,
and work (Betterhealth Channel, 2018). Another huge benefit of encouraging non-motorized
transportation modes is the reduction of carbon emissions, which will lead to a more sustainable and
environmentally-friendly city. Therefore, encouraging biking in Atlanta is very important.
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2019-05
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