Two men were arrested in New York for repainting a 14-block stretch of road on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn with a bike lane. The lane had had recently been removed by the city due to compaints from businesses.
I can’t say whether or not I agree with the decision to remove the lane, or to take matters into your own hands when it comes to traffic laws, but one thing I now know for sure is that New Yorkers take their biking very seriously. Check out more bicycling finds below.
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Two Men Arrested in New York for Repainting a Bike Lane
Trend Themes
1. Bicycle Activism - The trend of individuals taking direct action to advocate for bike-friendly infrastructure and policies.
2. Citizen-led Urban Projects - The trend of citizens taking matters into their own hands to improve their city's infrastructure.
3. Community Resistance - The trend of businesses and residents objecting to municipal decisions impacting their neighborhoods.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Planning - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist for urban planning firms to incorporate citizen-led projects into their design process.
2. Transportation - There is potential for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry to create bike-friendly solutions that align with citizens' needs and wants.
3. Activism - Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist for organizations that can create platforms or tools that empower citizens to be active participants in urban decision-making.