As more residents and students in Lexington choose to bike for transportation to and from school, sports practices, and around town, our town should continue to work to make bicycle travel safer. While our town leaders have already made progress improving bike lanes, there is still work to be done where cyclists must navigate unsafe conditions.
The town should prioritize safe bike routes near our elementary, middle, and high schools. To do this, green protected bike lanes similar to those in Arlington should be installed, pavement should be improved on popular cycling routes, and clearer signs should be placed near busy intersections. These changes would help reduce accidents while encouraging more residents to choose biking instead of driving for short trips.
The addition of clearer bike lanes along busy roads could reduce car traffic in Lexington. The presence of fewer cars on the road could reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and make our neighborhoods healthier and more connected. Bike lanes also give students, young children, and older adults a safer way to get around town.
Lexington is a community that values safe outdoor recreation and sustainability. By continuing to improve our town’s bike network, we invest in a practical change that will make our town safer and more enjoyable for all.
Tate Aldridge
Lexington Student and Scout