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How to deal with bikes on sidewalks? Ordinance, fines are one approach

October 1, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has spurred an increase in bicycle commuting, a trend welcomed by many downtown leaders. But when cyclists zip through crowded sidewalks, the situation can get downright dangerous. In Longmont, CO (est. pop. 95,986), city leaders were disturbed by regular sightings of cyclists riding on downtown sidewalks. City Councilwoman Polly Christensen called cyclists’…To read more — login/subscribe