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More Sidewalks OK

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BY IGNACIO and OLGA RODRIGUEZ

Published: October 3, 2007

Editor:

More sidewalks in Beacon Woods? Why not?

All Beacon Woods residents should take Pasco County's help and accept adding sidewalks on Clock Tower Parkway. The county and Wal-Mart are putting up the money to build them, to accommodate not only Beacon Woods residents, but also all members of the public.

When the Wal-Mart Supercenter opens its doors at the beginning of next year, we are sure this community will have more traffic, more people walking and more bike riders. Therefore, we will have to learn how to keep the traffic moving without adding new lanes and how to make our busy roadways safe for bike riders and walkers.

With people aging and facing mobility challenges, our community should look for ways to help residents get around safely. We should accomplish all this, with wide sidewalks, flowered medians, signs, flashing lights and more.

After all, walking and biking are forms of transportation. When residents walk out their doors, their streets and sidewalks should be their options. Do we want to drive, walk or ride a bike safely?

Changing our streets, adding sidewalks and bike lanes is an issue that touches on livability and community for everyone.

Ignacio and Olga Rodriguez
Bayonet Point

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