tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7878592054777492431.post7236393348586602893..comments2024-01-20T10:32:53.309+10:00Comments on CairnsBlog.net: Cooper, Blake, and Cochrane say no to cyclewaysMichael P Moorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02890121680113642715noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7878592054777492431.post-7845777258456700182009-12-11T18:05:51.716+10:002009-12-11T18:05:51.716+10:00BO, people are more likely to listen to people who...BO, people are more likely to listen to people who are articulate, argue their point clearly and without abuse.Dutchienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7878592054777492431.post-72404952197705236602009-12-11T16:34:16.008+10:002009-12-11T16:34:16.008+10:00The public is more likely to factor in comments ma...The public is more likely to factor in comments made by real bicyclists, not fat fuckers that couldn't get on a bicycle with a ladder and a prayer.Bryan Outlawnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7878592054777492431.post-24048475438667587702009-12-11T13:25:53.693+10:002009-12-11T13:25:53.693+10:00Hi Linda,
Thanks for contributing to this discussi...Hi Linda,<br />Thanks for contributing to this discussion, and I understand the concern you have is real. I just want to say to you what I said to Alan Blake about this:<br />Cyclists have been pushing for a long time for better infrastructure in Cairns and, let’s be honest, have not been very well served. The crossing at Saltwater Creek on the Highway is a notorious squeeze point, and very dangerous for pedestrians and cyclists alike. The Aeroglen to CBD bikeway can substantially solve this problem, and that is a key for all cyclists on the beaches and Stratford.<br />There’s an opportunity now for Commonwealth mony to put in place something every cyclist wants to see.<br />If there are minor design issues, then raise them, make a commitment to solve them, and enlist the community as well as government planners to find the solution.<br />But DON’T jeopardise the commencement of this project.<br />Most of this Council is new and you will all be judged in a couple of years for how you’ve done. This issue and transport/safety generally will be one factor in arriving at that judgement. I really hope you gain support through right action.Bryan Lawnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7878592054777492431.post-40419585388467839712009-12-11T12:11:56.711+10:002009-12-11T12:11:56.711+10:00Hi Mike,
There was only one reason that I didn...Hi Mike,<br /><br />There was only one reason that I didn't support Wednesday's Cycleway agenda item - reasons that I raised on the floor of Council.<br /><br />In the current plans we have been shown a reduction in car parks outside Muddy's. This has been balanced by an increase in formalised carparks at Upward and Minnie Street, however there is a sustantial flaw in the design - no safe pedestrian access has been allowed for.<br /><br />On one hand we are creating a great facility for bike riders, but on the other we are now asking more mums and dads to cross a busy road, pushing prams, bikes etc across to Muddy's - a wonderful asset that is utilised by thousands of residents.<br /><br />No hidden agenda - I simply didn't want to support a plan that didn't allow for safe pedestrian access. I am hopeful, however, that the problem will be addressed, creating a safer situation for everyone. At that point in time I'll be happy to support the cycleway.Linda Coopernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7878592054777492431.post-16974663600168991472009-12-11T11:50:51.249+10:002009-12-11T11:50:51.249+10:00We have a lot of dangerous snakes in far north que...We have a lot of dangerous snakes in far north queensland - three of them voted against this cyclepath.Oliver Redlynchnoreply@blogger.com