David Auker
I was wondering if anyone else saw the small article in the metro section,
Here's what I wrote:
In response to Cliff Mason ("End bike-lane baloney," June 29), I would argue
that bike lanes benefit motorists, as well as cyclists. Driving behind a
slow-moving bicycle, waiting for a safe time to pass, is not only
frustrating, but dangerous for all users of the road. Having no bike lane
is a breeding ground for hostility, as no one likes travel hindrance,
neither the driver nor the rider. I don't think under-used sidewalks are
fair game for demolition for road space, so why pick on some of America's
most bike-friendly planning? Bike lanes help traffic flow in a very civil
manner, a fact which I think most Portlanders are proud of.
David Auker
4939 SW 35th Pl
Portland, OR 97221
503-246-1100
no email, please
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I think I screwed up the "neither/nor" ... What do you think? My kingdom
for an editor... :-)
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----- Original Message -----
From: <Kiss-@cs.com>
To: <ob-@topica.com>
Sent: Saturday, June 29, 2002 5:03 PM
Subject: [OBRA Chat] Oregonian Saturday 6/29
I was wondering if anyone else saw the small article in the metro section,
where you can send in a letter to the editor. There is a nice article
from a
guy named Cliff Mason, he is complaining about bike lanes in Portland, and
how they take up valuable road space and cause more pollution then they
help
take away, they also help cause more traffic jams. I don't know what this
gentleman was smoking but I plan on responding to his nice comments. Make
your voice heard also. Let Mr. Mason know how many people out there do
commute and use bike paths daily! Hope everyone has a great 4th of July.
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