Removing already installed…

Removing already installed bike lanes is inefficient and costly, as it undermines their proven benefits in reducing traffic congestion and enhancing safety. Studies show that bike lanes can decrease congestion by encouraging cycling and reducing car dependency, as seen in cities like London and Paris[1][4]. Removing them not only wastes resources but also endangers cyclists and pedestrians who rely on these lanes for safe commuting. Bike lanes facilitate the movement of more people efficiently, promoting a healthier, less polluted urban environment[4][5].

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[1] How do bike lanes decrease traffic? - The Kid Should See This https://thekidshouldseethis.com/post/how-do-bike-lanes-decrease-traffic
[2] Do bike lanes really cause more traffic congestion? Here's ... - Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/urbanplanning/comments/1g9qcq7/do_bike_lanes_r…
[3] When Adding Bike Lanes Actually Reduces Traffic Delays - Bloomberg https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2014-09-05/when-adding-bike-lan…
[4] Do bike lanes really cause more traffic congestion? Here's ... - CBC https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/bike-lanes-impacts-1.7358319
[5] “Do Bike Lanes Reduce Congestion” Is the Wrong Question https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2024/10/3/do-bike-lanes-reduce-cong…
[6] Do Safe Bike Lanes Really Slow Down Cars? A Simulation ... - NCBI https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8997564/
[7] Cyclists and congestion: Will removing bike lanes ease city traffic? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JWXHxT9pec
[8] Bicycle Lanes | FHWA - Department of Transportation https://highways.dot.gov/safety/proven-safety-countermeasures/bicycle-l…