DOT to Install Protected Bike Lane, Safety Upgrades on Bedford Ave.
Briefly

The addition of a parking-protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue will create a critical cycling link in an area where bicycle ridership is booming, while making the road safer for everyone—whether you're walking, biking, or traveling by car." said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, highlighting the importance of the project.
"Bedford Avenue has been among Brooklyn's most dangerous corridors for too long," said Council Member Che Ossé. "This project is a win for everyone: As Bedford becomes safer, more people will choose to commute via bicycle, reducing pollution and congestion." This quote encapsulates the dual benefits of the bike lane.
"This much-needed protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue will help smooth transportation through Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights," said Assemblymember Phara Souffrant Forrest, emphasizing the positive impact of the redesign on local transit.
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