To Whom it May Concern;
I would like to briefly add a comment for consideration for the Coleman Ave transportation rework. My name is Heather Duke and I live on Middle Ave, a road recently updated by removing all parking to make two dedicated bike lanes for bicyclists. While walking our dogs every morning, we have noticed a meaningful increase of bicyclists commuting along Middle Ave of all ages, including much younger children, than prior to the update. During the school commuting hour, it is clear that people in our community feel safer using a busier street because space and visibility has been improved immensely.
Compromising for a one-way lane and bike path to have both forms of travel co-exist more safely appears like the prudent balance for all members of our community on Coleman. I encourage this body and the supervisors to approve this plan and place Coleman on the Agenda for your November 12th meeting.
Thank you for your time,
Heather Duke
