bethdunn
Riccarton/Wigram Community Board Independent Citizens
Thank you for this opportunity to learn about and give you my views on Utility Cycling.
Cheers, Beth
Would you actively pursue policies that would enable utility cycling to develop along the lines that have made it the transportation mode of choice for so many in Copenhagen?
Yes – I think it is a viable option for this city in terms of potential oil crises and other environmental issues however as I am a Community Board candidate I am not sure of how much influence I would have. Presumably some considering I would be an elected member.
Would you lobby to rescind the law that compels cyclists to wear helmets in order to make it discretionary on the rider?
Only if cycling was conducted in specific, well marked zones as per Copenhagen otherwise no.
Would you give preference to establishing a comprehensive network of cycle lanes over retaining curbside parking for cars?
Yes – depending on alternative other parking being available for motorists.
Would you lobby to rescind the law which prohibits cyclists from using pavements
( at least as an interim measure for the years it will otherwise take to establish real separation from motorized vehicles)
to enable 'slow' cyclists ( e.g.the elderly )to take up utility cycling.
Yes – absolutely providing it was just until a new measure was introduced to make it safe as possible to use the roads.
Would you actively work to set up a campaign to educate the pubic about and promote the types of bicycles and technologies appropriate to utility cycling?
Yes, again in as much as I could if I was elected to the Community Board.
Would you lobby for the installation of bike racks on ALL public transport vehicles ?
As above
Do you cycle yourself? - And if not at this stage in your life, what would it take to get you to take up 'utility' cycling in the future ?
Only for pleasure but not often. Yes – it is a mode of transport I would consider in the future.
Would you recommend that other people (children/ the elderly) cycle?
Yes, it is a perfect way to maintain fitness and save the environment.
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