Long-time bicycle advocates who started the predecessor to Consider Biking probably feel like they've been on a 20 year climb with lots of roadblocks. However, as a relative newcomer to the cause, my impression is that we are on the edge of a major tipping point toward bike friendliness in the city of Columbus.
Here's a few recent developments and more that are expected soon:
- Columbus Downtown Development Corp has worked with MSI Design Planning on12 ideas for improving downtown Columbus and the downtown Bike Center is on the fast track. A Downtown Bicycle Station to include bike storage, bike rentals, showers for commuters
- Last month, Franklin County Metro Parks took over maintenance of trails in and along Columbus city parks and county land. Dispatch Article, 7/9/10
- Scioto Mile (pictured) opening June 2011 will connect North Bank Park to the Scioto Audubon Metro Park on the Whittier Penninsula. Business First, 8/6/10
- The city of Columbus is planning a renovation of the former Division of Police headquarters. The building has retail spaces that the city may renovate into shower rooms for city workers who ride bicycles to work and other employee amenities. Business First, 8/6/10
It's certainly an exciting time for Central Ohio Bicyclists!
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