Hi All,

So here's an example from Oregon in the US, of a bike advocacy taking a
much stronger stance on a freeway project.

http://www.bta4bikes.org/btablog/2008/06/09/bta-crc-deis-lpa-position/

The project in question is replacement freeway bridge over a major river,
so a span similar in size to the Westgate, maybe longer. Being a
replacement there is a lot of discussion about how much larger it should
be than the existing bridge.

The bike advocacy in question (the Bicycle Transportation Alliance...not
the outfit in WA) has offered conditional support, including these
conditions:
-study an option with only 2 lane expansion alongside the proposed 4-6
lane expansion
-ensure bike and ped facilities are included
-ensure that the project not rob funds from other regional transportation
projects

In my opinion, Bicycle Victoria could stand to learn a few things from
this kind of stance. It's quite possible to contribute and comment
positively but critically to road infrastructure projects as a bicycle
advocacy, without being a lapdog for freeway proponents or 100% opposed
(and therefore ignored). So for those BV folk on this list, please read,
learn, and try to incorporate, as best you can in your role.

http://www.bv.com.au/great-rides/41340/

peace,
-Alex