Here’s another article, linked from Shenandoah Bicycling Company. How does it fit with what Street Fights suggest? Extra credit: Who produced this article? What’s their agenda?
This article mainly examines the idea of “complete streets”, which is an initiative that aims to ensure every resident can safely walk or bike where they live. In other words, “completing the streets” means to accommodate travel by all modes and expand the capacity to serve everyone. This is one way to try to balance safety and convenience for all road users, as currently most roads are only suited for motor vehicles. “Complete streets” improve safety, reduce crashes, encourage more walking and biking, and increase the number of people who are able to walk and bike. These goals fit in with what Street Fights suggests in that it was Sadik-Khan was the one who was implementing the infrastructure to create “complete streets” in her community. This article helped prove all of the points Sadik-Khan made in Street Fights, including the idea that everyone needs safe, inclusive street designs to create less dangerous streets and encourage other modes of transportation. In addition, the fact that this article serves as a campaign to create change and inspire others to take on the cause of “complete streets” shows the same sort of resistance that was evident in Street Fights. While it has been proven that we need “complete streets” in our neighborhoods, it will take a community willing to change in order to implement this much needed endeavor.
The Shenandoah Bicycle Company produced the article discussed above. The SBC is a local Harrisonburg shop that “is dedicated to supporting cyclists of all levels by providing the highest quality service, products, and experience in a unique, inviting and fun environment.” Their website features information on their shop, smoothie bowl store “Pulp”, blog, service, rentals, local resources and events. We can conclude that this business is very environmentally aware and is a local resource for learning about such transportation topics. Their agenda is to influence their captivated audience (mainly bikers, pedestrians, and those who are interested in other healthful activities) on matters that they see as important, such as “completing the streets.”
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