About Me
Thanks for reading! I am a professional transit planner based in Chicago, IL. I’ve worked at a mix of consulting firms and transit authorities, in both planning and operations positions. Jobs I’ve had include: Senior Transit Planner (current job), Transit Scheduler, Transit Analyst, Tour Bus Driver (I still do this), dispatcher. I also ride my bike around Chicago and post the videos on Youtube (@accessiblyurban).
(I have B.S. in Industrial Management and a M.A. in Sustainable Urban Development if credentials matter to you)
What’s this page all about?
I’ve driven the bus. I’ve planned the bus route. I’ve been the bike getting passed way too close by the bus on its route. Between my personal and professional life, I’ve experienced transportation from a wide variety of perspectives, and I think that gives me an interesting point of view (I hope you find the same to be true).
You’ll see two types of post on this page.
I Hope This Helps 👍🏽: A weekly (ish) roundup of tidbits I’ve encountered that furthered my thinking about cities and life, typically published on Tuesdays. From sustainable transportation to housing, to design, and the social forces shaping our daily lives, I take a broad lens in this review. Take what resonates and leave what doesn’t. Here’s a sample of what to expect:
I Hope This Helps 👍🏽: BEBs and Letting Go
Welcome to I Hope This Helps, a weekly (ish) roundup of tidbits I’ve encountered that furthered my thinking about cities and life. From sustainable transportation to housing, to design, and the social forces shaping our daily lives, I take a broad lens in this review. Whether you're a planner, advocate, or just curious about the world around you, I hope…
Full length articles (typically 1-2/month) on issues related to pubic transit, urban transportation, urban planning and good governance, typically released on Thursdays or Saturdays. Here’s a sample of what to expect out of these posts:
Good Transit Is Simple: Lessons in Good Route Design
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Nadine Lee, the current CEO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), was the keynote speaker at the 2024 Transport Chicago conference. The theme of her address; “It’s ok to be basic.” Nadine’s statement reaffirms what sometimes feels lost in my industry (I’m a transit planner). Against a backdrop of Tesla tunnels, autonomous Microtransit, and AI powered RO…
If you have a topic you want me to cover, please feel free to reach out. I’m here to learn and grow! Thanks for joining me!
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