To the editor: Measure HLA, the Los Angeles poll initiative that requires the town to implement its personal bike- and pedestrian-friendly Mobility Plan, might assist change the mind-set of most Angelenos that having a automotive is important to get round right here. (“Is Measure HLA a case of wishful pondering on visitors?” letters, Feb. 25)
When you have got the chance to securely experience a motorbike in a neighborhood, it’s one much less automotive on the street, good on your psychological and bodily well being, and also you turn out to be extra conscious of your environment than if you happen to have been inside an car.
Good examples of this concept are CicLAvia and Arroyofest, all-day occasions for biking, strolling and skateboarding throughout parts of the L.A. space. These occasions have efficiently introduced individuals collectively and have made residents in a position to perceive that individuals can reside with out a automotive.
Change is tough. I’m a part of an older technology used to getting round in a automotive, however issues are altering. We’ve got a local weather disaster, and driving isn’t gratifying. Now, I get round on an electrical bike, which each saves me cash and prevents complications.
Quirino de la Cuesta, Van Nuys
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To the editor: We want the enhancements to pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure offered by Measure HLA, and never simply elevated legislation enforcement.
For certain, drivers who break the legislation must be caught and incur stiff penalties to rein within the lawlessness we see on the roads. Nevertheless, secure infrastructure is protecting when the watchful eye of legislation enforcement isn’t round.
While you go away dwelling, do you retain your entrance door open and hope a cop occurs to drive by as you might be being burglarized?
Curbs, bollards and different HLA enhancements are methods to guard the weak on the streets, 24/7, with much less pressure on legislation enforcement.
Mark Chaisson, Los Angeles
