After protest and discussions, parties agree to keep 'protected bike lanes' in Ayala Ave.

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Bikers and e-scooter commuters gather in Makati on February 12, 2022 to protest the announced removal of bike lanes on Ayala Avenue that they said was part of a systemic removal of active transport infrastructure put up during the pandemic lockdowns.

Photo courtesy of Miguel Nacianceno

 

MANILA, Philippines — Representatives from the #MakeItSaferMakati movement, Ayala Land, Inc., and the Makati Business Club's Business for Biking Program have agreed to maintain protected bike lanes in Ayala Avenue after plans of scrapping them were met with street protests.

 

In a joint statement sent to the media, the three entities on Friday said they agreed to maintain the protected bike lanes and to "jointly study and implement various street design solutions."

 

"After a series of conversations in the past two weeks, all parties agreed that it is to everyone's benefit that Ayala Avenue remain a safe, convenient and inclusive transport corridor for all road users — including pedestrians, commuters, cyclists, and motorists," said the statement.

 

Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/nation/2023/02/24/2247382/after-protest-and-discussions-parties-agree-keep-protected-bike-lanes-ayala-ave

 

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