The tragic incidents highlight the severe consequences of road accidents as two separate crashes within three days claimed the lives of two individuals in Contra Costa County.
"I just think it's bullshit what they're doing," one attendee, Erin Poland, told Streetsblog about the NYPD push, which, she said, is "not actually protecting cyclists [but] putting them in more danger and in more harm."
As the Oregon Legislature works on a major transportation package, advocates say it's crucial the final bill includes enough funding for public transit and safe streets- and, many say, the current framework doesn't go far enough.
Della Vecchia argues, "Why do I have to consult people to do something on my own property?" highlighting his stance on property rights.
Anthony McGinn, who was driving nearly twice the speed limit, ignored pleas from his passengers to slow down before crashing the vehicle that killed two teenagers.