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Cyclists, residents clash at Williamson County commission meeting; legal memo clarifies riders must obey traffic laws
Summary
Cyclists and residents traded complaints at the Williamson County commission meeting as legal counsel summarized a memorandum that says bicyclists must follow traffic laws, stop at stop signs and may ride two‑abreast unless impeding traffic; the county will distribute the memo and Highway Commission handles road‑closure permits.
Al Wagner, president of the Harpeth Bike Club, told the Williamson County Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 7 that club members want to work with motorists and county officials to improve safety on narrow roads without shoulders. "We do pay taxes," Wagner said, asking the commission to share clear rules with cyclists and offering the club's email list for outreach.
Local resident Jerry Vaughn countered during public comment, saying he has not seen bicyclists stop at a particular stop sign near his 47‑year residence and described…
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