Re “Empty bike lanes will be symbols of stubborn mayor” (April 19): The comment that “residents go weeks without seeing a single cyclist on those bike paths” is crazy. I ride them at least five times a week. Because cyclists are not out when you happen to be in your car doesn’t mean cyclists are not using them. On my bike or in my car, I see cyclists all the time.
I agree that the 30th Street lanes could have been placed on a parallel street, but they are used all the time, and the businesses are still thriving and drivers are still finding parking spaces.
Bikes free up spaces for cars on the road and/or parking. A bike does not cause pollution and it’s good for the rider. And finally, how much does a road improvement cost compared to a bike lane?
— Jay Warren, North Park