This proposed piece of…

This proposed piece of legislation is short-sighted and a gross overstep onto the juristiction of municipalities.

Bike lanes, particularly those that run along major arteries, are life-saving infrastructures. Cycling allows those who can't drive to get around their cities independently, and allows those who can drive to make an alternative choice that reduces gridlock, congestion, and air pollution for everyone else. As a cyclist, bike lanes along major arteries ensure I can safely access important destinations like public transit connections, buisnesses, and services. These destinations are usually located along major arteries. It is especially important that bike lanes be along clear, direct, and continuous routes as cyclists are not able to safely use GPS devices while riding. Many cyclists will continue to ride on major arteries, whether or not they have bike lanes.

As a driver, bike lanes allow me to better see cyclists and ensure we have enough space to share the road. When driving, I appreciate those who choose to cycle rather than add a car to the traffic on my route. Removing bike lanes will not reduce the number of cyclists present on major arteries, but rather increase their death rate. Removing bike lanes will not reduce traffic, but rather increase the number of cars on the road and the number of delays caused by cyclist fatalities.

Where to install bike lanes should be solely up to municipalities and their residents.