Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 04/10/2026True, but I saw 60,000+ fans at the Linc for World Cup and empty lots. 020
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 04/10/202662,000 fans attend an NFL game. There is no general public parking available. Why can't us? 293
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Ray Delahanty | CityNerd @nerd4cities.bsky.social · 29/08/2026Proposed: if you’re a loyal regular at a coffee shop, you should be granted the ability to skip one song on that morning’s playlist 618610
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife.com · 12/07/2026A city centre should not function as a shortcut for motorists passing through. It should serve as the 'gezellige' living room of the city: a place where residents and tourists feel comfortable spending time, where children move freely, and where local businesses benefit from a vibrant public realm. 215834
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 12/07/2026While he was referring to the 2016 election, I often think of this prediction coming to fruition in 2028. But I'm indifferent that he won't be here to witness it. 010
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Yes, I took pictures of containerized trash and retractable bollards, but you've seen that from me before and you know my position on it. But so many of the things I listed above are achievable in Philadelphia, so it begs the question: Why can't us? 080
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Finally, I was amazed by the functional architecture; not just single-stair buildings but also passageways and first floor commercialized halls that cut-through buildings to create pedestrians shortcuts. 140
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026I was a bit surprised by some of the larger vehicles I saw, but small cars still ruled the day. 140
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026The primary public art appeared to be sculpture. In my industry, we talk about "creating whimsy" with a pop-up, or something temporary or unexpected around the corner. I felt the sculpture in these cities created whimsy on a permanent basis. 260
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026The architecture was beautiful in all three cities, both historic and modern. 270
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026The main playground in Budapest was perhaps the best I've ever seen. I didn't grab a great pic, but it was like Philadelphia's FDR Park on steroids. But even a small park in Prague had this trampoline device I've only seen in Iceland. One block away, a fountain is used for water play. 160
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Curbless streets and streets with raised intersections were common. 160
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026I stayed in three apartments, each of which were single-stair buildings, allowing really spacious, well laid-out apartments. This single stair in Prague was particularly beautiful. (This was actually an entrance stair, leading to the interior stair.) 140
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Bumpouts were prevalent and multipurpose. Here is: -a bus/tram bumpout -a dog area bumpout (with fencing and waste collection) -daylighting bumpouts with scooter racks -daylighting bumpouts with greenery 150
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026In Budapest, they pedestrianized two single parallel blocks creating a u-turn street of Budai Nagy Antal Utca. The southeast block (Hollan Erno) is a market/cafe street but also has two loading zone spaces; the southwest block (Jaszai Mari) is greener. Buday Nagy is also a significant tram stop. 170
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Sidewalks, bike lanes, car lanes (with buses), and trams, all sharing one bridge. 191
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Full-time, outdoor market in a full-time pedestrian zone, natch. And so much outdoor dining! 170
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 01/07/2026I recently returned from a trip to Prague/Bratislava/Budapest. And of course, identified some quality "why can't us?" content along the way. But since there was a heat wave there last week, and one here starting today, I'll start with this: misters! There were walk-through misters in each city! 1140
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Don't be afraid to do a mega thread upon return (and when the issue is resolved.) 110
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 15/06/202668,000 people at the World Cup match. These are the parking lots. It's magic! 35412
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 10/06/2026They were looking at the Media skyline and asking Sue what a certain building was. Sue didn't know, suggested asking you. Then Alex remembered you had been on the show and raved about you! 6:59am. 110
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 10/06/2026And @mayorjoi.bsky.social just got a shout-out on the same show this morning! 120
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 20/05/2026Dang, came here to make this joke. Credit where due. 020
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Oliver Moore @oliver-moore.bsky.social · 11/05/2026I’m going to add, because I can’t not, that Strasbourg is based on a settlement dating to *12 AD* and is fine having trams in the old city while Brampton was fretting about having them in its 20th-century “historic downtown“ 16311
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 09/05/2026static.klipy.comTim Robinson: I Want That One So BadAlt: Tim Robinson: I Want That One So Bad 020
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Rodger Sherman @rodger.bsky.social · 05/05/2026Really we all should root for a Knicks-Sixers playoff series every year because it’s one of the few matchups where the teams commute back and forth via chartered Amtrak trains instead of chartered flights. Tons of C02 emissions saved (Sixers boarding train pics from 2024) 1165089596
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 03/05/2026Unfortunately, we won't get federal support. When municipalities are offering subsidy, are they offsetting that cost in their budgets? (E.g., smaller road repair budget.) 000
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 03/05/2026This is great, thanks! I posit that in the U.S., advocates' best short-term solutions are probably at the micro/local level. Inventives for using bike delivery or restrictions on truck deliveries, loading, tax policies, etc. 010
Job Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 03/05/2026I've taken a quick look, but is there a comprehensive summary of policies and legislation that have successfully pushed in this direction? (Street regs, tax incentives, etc.) 240
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Nick Piccone @piccone.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Sixers not getting swept? 🥹 21439
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Pat Gallen, CBS Sports Philadelphia @patgallen.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Praying for a normal Sixers game in my lifetime. 2204
Reposted by Job Itzkowitz Daniel Pearson @dpearsonphl.bsky.social · 03/04/2026On Sunday, Philadelphia had equal numbers of homicides and traffic deaths. While the city has seen killings decline by nearly 80% since pandemic-era highs, progress on traffic deaths has been much slower. www.inquirer.com/opinion/edit...inquirer.comImproving safety on Philadelphia’s roads is just as important as preventing violent crime in its streets | EditorialDespite the promise of successive administrations to eliminate traffic deaths, the toll remains stubbornly high. 14515
