More than 100 people turned out Monday night to offer feedback to the city of Berkeley, which is updating its Bicycle Plan for the first time in over a decade. The city held a public workshop on the bike plan at the Central Library, complete with interactive exhibits, snacks and activities for children. The plan itself, which was adopted in 2000, is an overview of the city’s existing bike networks, facilities and programs. It discusses local bike use, problems in the infrastructure and how cycling fits into the city’s overall sustainability goals. The update will help the city figure out how to improve its facilities going forward, and get a better sense of existing conditions. Participants perused informative displays — many of which sought comments in various ways — that were set up around the library’s community room. They included data about who is cycling in Berkeley, the economic benefits of cycling, attitudes of local residents about cycling, funding for bike projects, collision information and much more. Eric Anderson, a transportation planner for the city, called the turnout “incredible.” Anderson said he believes there is huge potential to increase the number of cyclists in Berkeley by improving conditions around town. He […]
More than 100 people turned out Monday night to offer feedback to the city of Berkeley, which is updating its Bicycle Plan for the first time in over a decade. The city held a public workshop on the bike plan at the Central Library, complete with interactive exhibits, snacks and activities for children. The plan itself, which was adopted in 2000, is an overview of the city’s existing bike networks, facilities and programs. It discusses local bike use, problems in the infrastructure and how cycling fits into the city’s overall sustainability goals. The update will help the city figure out how to improve its facilities going forward, and get a better sense of existing conditions. Participants perused informative displays — many of which sought comments in various ways — that were set up around the library’s community room. They included data about who is cycling in Berkeley, the economic benefits of cycling, attitudes of local residents about cycling, funding for bike projects, collision information and much more. Eric Anderson, a transportation planner for the city, called the turnout “incredible.” Anderson said he believes there is huge potential to increase the number of cyclists in Berkeley by improving conditions around town. He […]