"The loss of the 15th Street cycle track would be particularly painful for D.C. residents, both because it serves roughly 4,000 riders a day and because of its unique place in local history."
"Technically the first protected bike lane installed in the capital in 2009, it begins at the northeastern edge of the National Mall and connects residents and visitors alike with some of the nation's iconic destinations."
"FHWA spokeswoman Melissa Braid stated that the nearly two-decade-old bike safety measure 'dramatically reduced roadway capacity' for drivers."
The Washington Area Bicyclist Association has filed a lawsuit against federal agencies to stop the removal of a vital bike lane on 15th Street NW. This bike lane, which serves about 4,000 riders daily, is overseen by the National Park Service and was established in 2009. The removal was announced without public notice or environmental review, violating federal law. The Federal Highway Administration claims the bike lane reduces roadway capacity for drivers, prompting concerns about the administration's approach to human-scaled infrastructure.
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