Transportation information for moderns. Using Web 2.0 tools and applications to get people moving in the right direction.

Bikewise

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bikewise.org
Bikewise is a mashup that combines bicycling hazards, crashes, and thefts with Google Maps. Developed by the Cascade Bicycle Club based in Seattle, Washington. Bikewise allows people to create accounts and post reports of their own incidents, adding them to the map.


Washington DOT on YouTube

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Washington State Department of Transportation uses their YouTube channel in the same way as their Flickr account- to share operations, news, and history with the public. Many of their videos capture routine operations, such as winter maintenance, which show the public a candid side of the DOT. A platform like YouTube allows for participation and commentary from users.


Washington State DOT on Flickr

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WA DOT
Washington State Department of Transportation uses Flickr to share images from around the state with the public. These photos include archival images from different construction phases, as well as current projects and routine maintenance.