There are schools adjoining the proposed bike route. What about the safety of school children?
Where possible, bicycle routes are located near schools as they are a major destination for many young cyclists. There is no evidence of increased bicycle/pedestrian accidents on existing routes in Vancouver. Schools adjoining proposed bike routes are given an opportunity to comment on the proposals. As well, Engineering Services meets regularly with Vancouver School Board staff and the Police School Safety Patrol Officers to maintain traffic safety around schools.
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