Protected Bicycle Lane Coalition ~ Madison Avenue Traffic Calming

(East & Arial Views)

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Looking East toward
Downtown)
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(Madison Ave. runs NW-SE)

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Over Please

Two-Way Protected Bicycle Lanes

Why Protected Bicycle Lanes?
Safe bikeways bring out more cyclists. Studies show that protected bike lanes are the safest and most
inviting way to cycle on the road.
What is the Difference Between Protected and Ordinary Bicycle Lanes?
Protected Bike Lanes protect people on bicycles with a physical barrier bollards, barriers, curbs, or parked cars.
Ordinary bike lanes are not protected from car traffic.
What Kind of Protected Bicycle Lanes Would Be Best for Madison Avenue?
The best bicycle lanes are those protected by parked cars because they are the least expensive and safest option.
Why Two-Way Rather Than One-Way Protected Bicycle Lanes on Each Side of the Street?
Two-way protected bicycle lanes need less street space because two-way protected lanes only need one buffer rather
than two. This means that two-way protected bicycle lanes are more likely to fit.
Why Madison Avenue?
Madison links downtown, major cross streets, colleges, business districts, and a variety of neighborhoods and parks. It
joins the City of Albany to the suburbs, to major shopping, and to the waterfront.
Are There Any Economic Benefits?
Protected lanes bring more cyclists who spend more at local businesses than those who drive. Property values (and
taxes) increase near Protected Bicycle Lanes. Less pollution and wear and tear on streets.
Wont They Cost More?
Protected Bike Lanes cost no more than Ordinary Bike Lanes. Its all just paint. Installation, striping, and maintenance
cost no more than ordinary bike lanes.
What can I do to make this happen?
Sign a petition, write a letter, use Twitter #AlbPBL, and like us on Facebook facebook.com/AlbanyProtectedBikeLanes

Over Please . . .
Protected Bicycle Lane Coalition
11-7-14