'We want just one thing: to arrive at our destinations and come home safe,' Move As One Coalition said in response to Makati's new 'sharrow' scheme. Here are suggested alternatives to sharrow:
A transport coalition gave suggestions for safer streets amid the looming removal of dedicated bike lines in Makati City.
Starting February 15, bike lanes along Ayala Avenue will be changed into shared lane markings or “sharrows” to accommodate public utility vehicles in the city.a collaboration of the city government, Ayala Land Inc. and the Makati Commercial Estate Association Inc. , issued this advisory to commuters and residents on February 10.
Cyclists and other active transport advocates strongly opposed this move. They pointed out that shared lanes pose more danger on all road users than their safety.A large parade of cyclists was also staged last Sunday, February 12 along the major road in protest of the upcoming “sharrow” implementation.
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