News Jan 14, 2010 at 4:00 am

Bike Numbers Are Down, But No Biggie!

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So... why should all of Portland have to pay for 6-8% of Portland's commuter choices (assuming the percentages are even that high)? Furthermore, if the issue is safety, start having the police actively issue tickets to bicyclists that break the law. Perhaps that will help cut down on ignored traffic lights...
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WOW! Where to start with that last comment!! This individual does not want his tax dollars going to things he or she does not personally take part in. Even if that thing encourages a healthier community, reduces congestion, and helps the air that even that commenter breathes? Are you, referring to the commenter who titled himself "Seriously?," aware that most cities ran out of space to improve transportation infrastructure years ago? If Portland can show a 10+% reduction in congestion due to anything by 2030, well, I cant see how that would not be advantageous for many other cities across the nation. Last point: If there were only bike and pedestrian paths the amount of tax dollars you would be paying in taxes for upkeep would be next to zero compared to the upkeep of massive bridges and roads which are constantly subjected to loads which are measured in tons. So...bikers and peds save you money...Seriously!!!
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Not everybody wants to ride a bike. I don't know why that is hard to understand. I am a life long Portlander, and I don't give a shit about bike riders. I walk and drive to places I need to go. Why can't you just get over the fact that maybe bike riding has reached a plateau. Ride a bike? Good for you. I just don't feel the need to strap 3 kids to a bike to ride to school in the middle of January.
Please get over yourselves.

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