With new construction, it is easy to integrate bike lanes. See Rivers Edge for an example of how it is done. However, with our old narrow streets, it gets more and more difficult. For starters, crosswalks need to be repainted as needed, not at set times of the year. Secondly, the city needs to invest in the crosswalk signs that we see in other communities. There are several locations in our city where these are warranted. These signs are highly visible thus promoting safety. People need to be able to feel safe in our crosswalks. I also feel very comfortable in installing video cameras in our city to catch the scofflaws and to aid in the deterrence of crime in our neighborhoods.
