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David Lee Simmons

@dlsnola.bsky.social

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Mobility, safety and walkability promoter, occasional bicycle rider, husband, father, pool cleaner, dedicated dog-walker, movie dork, political junkie. Opinions are my own. Posts often shared for discussion not endorsements.

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Aug 15

Bumped into Frankie Vegas as he worked Royal Street for votes. #dirtylinennight #ThrowbackThursday

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 20

But they’re a crack team!

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 19

Faith and I were bicycling the last few miles of the NOLA Social Ride along the Algiers levee when she stopped at a marker she’d noticed on the front half of the ride: the memorial for the two sisters and the boyfriend of the older sister in a tragic drowning accident back in 2022.

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 19

About last night: Faith made #chickenspaghetti which I’d never heard of and it appears to be a Southern thing? (Why would the Internet lie!)

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 19

If you know the movie, and ESPECIALLY if you know the song, we can be friends.

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 18

#HappyThursday, #Gretna! #NOLASocialRide #bikelife #NewOrleans

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Cool Bike Art @coolbikeart1.bsky.social · Jul 12

The 1970s energy crisis had many unusual side-effects, including the ARCO oil company hiring Charlie's Angels' Cheryl Ladd to encourage people to leave their cars at home and ride bikes.
(Warning: Very ditzy intro)
#greenwashing

#BicycleBirthday Cheryl Ladd
Born July 12, 1951

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 13

Ok, Costco, do your thing.

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 7

Wishing peace tonight to all the families grieving over the loss of life from the Texas flood, especially after hearing it hit close to our friends circle. So tragic.

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 6

“What do YOU see, Charlie Brown?”

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 5

Warrior, Alabama

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 5

Happy #ESSENCEFest, y’all! #FAMU #FangsUp

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 5

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 3

Amen

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 2

3/3 But it's also instructive in how to engage people on how bicycling is and can be a part of our culture. This would make for a helluva screening SERIES.

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 2

2/3 It's a crazy good but also just crazy movie, mostly wordless but saying so much on this, the eve of the Tour de France. I SWEAR I had a similar idea a few months ago so I'm glad to see great minds think alike! LOL.

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jul 2

1/3 One of my favorite aspects of communications and outreach is embracing culture but also popular culture. That's why I was thrilled that Bike Easy partnered with the Broadside to screen “The Triplets of Belleville” – one of my favorite animation moves AND one involving bikes.

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 28

Happy retirement to Lois Reitzes of @wabe.org! 45 years. Legendary. You were so capacious and welcoming during our “Preview” segments. Enjoy your next chapter!

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 26

Always great to see family out in Madisonville (well, “suburban” Madisonville) and always great getting an updated “Faith, Hope and Charity” photo. Major thanks to Stephen Blanc Jr. and Taura Narcisse Blanc for hosting!

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Momentum Magazine @momentummag.bsky.social · Jun 25

New ratings shine a light on the best cities for bicycling. How did your city rank?
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The Top Cities for Bicycling in 2025, Ratings

The 2025 edition of our annual City Ratings is coming in hot with some, ahem, momentum, spotlighting the most bike-friendly cities.

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 25

My thoughts on the 10th anniversary of the landmark #NewOrleans public space project the #LafitteGreenway and why bold leadership is needed when it comes to advancing #walkability. The Greenway is a key connector between the #FrenchQuarter & #Lakefront. Hopefully the #greenway will be completed.

Letters: Let’s acknowledge all the leaders who made the Lafitte Greenway a success

I was really excited to read the article marking the 10th anniversary of the Lafitte Greenway. The Lafitte Greenway is not only one of the 10 best things to happen

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 23

Hey ABC, stop showing the replay of Tyrese Halliburton’s injury — especially after Mike Breen literally said “That is brutal to watch” the previous/umpteenth time.

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 19

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City of New Orleans Reminds Residents to Participate in the Safe Streets for All Plan

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David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 19

Community members encouraged to visit www.nola.gov/ss4a and use two key online tools: a brief survey & an interactive map to identify locations where they feel unsafe driving, walking, bicycling, and riding transit. For more info, take the survey & add locations to map, visit: www.nola.gov/ss4a

David Lee Simmons @dlsnola.bsky.social · Jun 19

Thread: The City of New Orleans reminds residents to help shape a safer, more equitable transportation future through its Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program.

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