The Wrong Solution to a Real Problem

There is no denying that GJ needs to become friendlier to bikes. There are a lot of ways that we are stuck in the past and trying to create progress can be a daunting and unappreciated task. But reducing the number of lanes on the last viable north-south conduit in the downtown area is a step backwards.

7th St is a vital corridor for vehicles and should be kept as such. 12th is not a reasonable alternative as it is much too far away from the downtown center, and 1st St is far too slow as is.

I think we can dream of walkable cities and reducing our dependence on (and subjugation to) automobiles, but that requires building ultra high density housing and denser commercial in concentrated areas, not just changing roads from auto-focused to multimodal.

Fourth and fifth make more sense. I'm not convinced that the solution is well-executed, but I think they were the right idea, and with some iteration, could be a great improvement.

But cars (and especially here: TRUKKS!!) are an essential way of life for most residents. A different solution should be found.