Phoenix Vision Zero committee approves resolution urging protected bikeway on Third Street

The Phoenix Vision Zero Community Advisory Committee on Tuesday voted to adopt a resolution recommending installation of a separated (protected) bikeway on Third Street through downtown.

The committee voted to approve the resolution, including an amendment by committee member Randy Dipper that adds a safety finding and replaces the phrase “buffered and protected” with the term “separated bike lanes.” The motion to adopt the resolution was moved by Randy Dipper and seconded by Tyler; the committee chair called the voice vote and recorded no opposition.

Committee members and more than a dozen public speakers urged the committee to close a north–south gap in downtown’s bicycle network. “Downtown Phoenix needs a safe and continuous corridor for people biking and using other micromobility options,” said Dylan, a Phoenix resident…