As Florida’s population continues to increase rapidly throughout the years, the roads have also grown clustered and cyclists riding on streets has become one of Floridians largest pet peeve. Why can’t cyclists stay on the sidewalk it is believed they belong on? With an ever increasing population of cyclist in our city, these situations are becoming more and more inevitable. The face offs between motorists and cyclists have recently escalated and have even begun to receive attention from the state legislator. As more and more cyclist involved deaths occur the need to find a solution that suits the needs of both motorists and cyclists is ever pressing. The construction of new bike lanes along with the improvement of existing ones would require …show more content…
However, cyclists are actually not considered to be pedestrians. In fact, cyclists who ride on the sidewalk are not only posing a threat to pedestrians walking but are also interfering with the flow of traffic at intersections. Despite the obvious risks of sharing the road with motorists it is actually more dangerous for cyclist to travel on sidewalks. The lack of visibility along with the inability to be accounted for by motorists actually puts cyclist at fault when a crash occurs involving one who was traveling on the sidewalk. Despite these laws and others such as the 3 foot passing law (Mlonski, 2016). Motorists continue to believe that the use of the road is solely for motor vehicles and the frequency of cyclist involved crashes continue to rise (Lazano, 2015). The allocation of transportation tax dollars to create bike paths would not only significantly decrease cyclist involved accidents, but would also lower mortality rates in such cases. Furthermore, the threat posed to pedestrians traveling on sidewalks by cyclists traveling at a much higher rate of speed would also be deterred by these projects. Bike paths not only benefit cyclists, but also pedestrians and motorists alike. Not to mention the strengthening of our …show more content…
However the plethora of jobs created by such projects and its positive economic impacts would mean that not only would the use of these tax dollars benefit the users of the end product but the funds used to create them would fall back into the hands of tax payers involved in their construction. Projects such as those proposed by the advocates for the creation of bike paths would require: architects, surveyors, construction workers, landscapers, and even law enforcement (Alter,2011). Although many of these jobs would only be necessary in the initial construction and design of the paths, there are many other long-term jobs that would be necessary to properly maintain them. Bike paths are very similar to roads in the sense that proper landscaping must be done on medians and along their borders, potholes and cracks must be repaired, and road signs and markings must also be maintained. All of these jobs would benefit both the private and public sectors and ensure the employment of thousands of workers for many years. Furthermore, the indirect effects such as increased sales in bike stores, along with increased construction of such stores and therefore employment of individuals to work at these stores, would also mean the creation of tens of thousands of jobs (Alter, 2011). All of this is proof that the use
ISTEA Sec. 1033 (1991) authorized the allocation of national highway system funds as well as federal land highway funds to support the construction of bicycle and walking paths adjacent to highway systems and refurbishing bridges for pedestrian use, up to 80 percent of total cost (“Intermodal Surface Transportation”,1991). At the conclusion of the 6 year scope, ISTEAs impact was viewed as minimal, at best. Dilger (2003) cites a lack of public interest by the American people as the catalyst for the “failure”. Americans would much rather drive to their destination as opposed to riding a bicycle or walking (p. 60).
He shows that he is contemplative by letting us know that thought long and hard about this topic and that he has done his research prior to writing this article. The assertive tone is brought into this paper when we realize that Clark shows the readers his confidence on his stance throughout the article. He makes certain that the readers know his authority and that he will not back down on his belief that the L. A’s bike-share system is
Millions of people all over the United States choose motorcycles over automobiles for the thrill, speed, and high performance capabilities. On the other hand, motorcycles are not at all the safest way of transportation. Motorcycles do not provide the passenger with the outer protection that cars provide, therefore, when one crashes, the results are usually much more serious. Injuries to the head are responsible for 76% of fatalities when dealing with motorcycle crashes many of which could have been prevented had the rider been wearing a helmet. For this reason, many states have adopted the motorcycle helmet law. The law states that every passengers must wear a helmet at all times when riding on a motorcycle. This law has created a great deal of controversy. One side supports the law, believing that it protects motorcyclists from danger and saves the economy a great deal of money. The other side argues that the law is unconstitutional and it violates our right to freedom. However, statistics show overwhelming support in favor of the motorcycle helmet law. Although wearing helmets cannot prevent motorcycle crashes, they can greatly reduce the number of deaths caused by head injury as well as lowering taxes, insurance rates, and health care costs. Therefore, the helmet law should be put into effect in every state across the United States.
John Lennon is a wise man, but is this quote accurate when used in context with the taming of the shrew? The 1999 film Ten things I Hate about you and the 1967 film Taming of The Shrew are both based on shakespeare's 1592 play of the latter name, The Taming of the shrew. Both films follow the plot of shakespeare’s earlier play, but to what extent is arguable. Ten things I hate about you is a modernised version of the play, so many of the original aspects have been changed to appeal to a modern audience. Some of the main features of the original storyline have been cut or changed, and this is because they are too dark to include include for a modern audience. Scenes where Petruchio starves Kate and refuses to let her sleep are all examples of the darker theme of this play. This may have been an acceptable theme during the era that Taming of the shrew was first developed, as views on a women's
The aim of this paper is to take an in-depth look at the emotion of disgust, and explore what role (if any) it should play in morality. The issue of what role disgust should have in morality is disputed by advocates and skeptics. In what follows, I will outline this dispute and show the arguments each side makes. Following that, I will take a look into Kelly’s view which takes the skeptical stance, but differs in how he comes to take that stance. Next I will show how Kelly uses his view to disprove the disgust advocates’ arguments. Finally, I will illustrate a promising line of argument that may give hope to the disgust advocates, in light of Kelly’s powerful skeptical stance.
According to Whoopi Goldberg, "I don't have pet peeves; I have whole kennels of irritation." There are people all over the world who have situations and things that bother or annoy them. To some people, a pet peeve could be something at makes people want to punch someone else in the face. The three pet peeves that irritate me the most are pure noises, rubbing teeth on silverware, and cracking fingers or other bones.
Nails on a chalkboard, scuffing feet, silverware scratching ceramic plates! These are examples of some pet peeves people may have. Pet peeves are something that people do that you may find irritating or annoying. Some pet peeves have a diagnostic that creates the pet peeve what it is. What are some of your pet peeves? My pet peeves include loud chewing, nail biting, and people being late.
I Introduction A. My pet peeve is arrogance B. I find it extremely difficult to validate a story being told if the person telling it has never experienced it, or at least studied it. C. Watching the making of I am Cait, a reality show based on transgender women, I am confused by the portrait of a woman as just someone who dresses up nice, curls their hair, and paints their nails because they have nothing better to do. D. Bruce Jenner an American Gold medalist decided at the age of 65 to become a woman, however, the macho man of the 1976 Olympics is very set in his conservative republican male ways, and really cannot grasp what it truly means to be a woman.
...an make roads more safe for everyone. Ann Dellinger, Ph.D., agrees that, “It will end up that we will all play a part in maximizing mobility in the community” (qtd. in Teenagers and Older). When it becomes apparent that things have become unsafe, it is better to take the keys from our loved ones rather than them lose their lives. Even worse, they could cause the deaths of other drivers, passengers, or pedestrians.
Several surveys have shown the city of Miami to be one of the least preferable cities in which to drive. Every morning there is an exodus of Biblical proportions, as thousands or cars tightly pack into highways six lanes wide. More discouraging about driving in Miami is the mind-numbingly slow pace with which traffic moves. Moreover, bumper-to-bumper traffic causes many minimal damage accidents that ironically have larger, more negative, effects on traffic congestion than they actually should. Other factors such as construction and aggressive drivers create more hazardous conditions for commuters. The roads and highways of Miami are a world of danger that creates the unpleasant experience it is to drive in Miami.
The poem from the movie 10 Things I Hate About You of the same name uses multiple uses of the appeal pathos in order to empathize with the character Kat Stratford. She is also able to tie in ethical appeals when reciting her poem to her class as well. A combination of these appeals, as well as her emotion during the movie, is targeted toward the character Patrick Verona and the movie audience. Considering how the movie ends I would say she was successful when using these appeals.
The opponents of helmet laws seem to have a good argument. Helmet use cannot prevent an accident and Department of Transportation statistics indicate seventy five percent of bicycle related deaths are in collisions with motor vehicles (American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons 2), which implies the real problem is with automobile drivers causing accidents with bikes.
I am thoroughly distraught, peeved even, at the audacity of these people. I simply cannot comprehend what goes on within their pea pod of a skull. How are they so persistent? Why? Well, whatever reason they have would probably sound imprudent to me. Those people, the scum of our planet, and my pet peeve; the people who complain about things they have no control over.
People ride bicycles for various reasons. Some people ride bicycles for sport, fitness purposes, as a mode of transportation, fun activity, and some people ride bikes to simply relax and clear their mind after a long day. Regardless of the reason you ride, it is important to know the factors that contribute to bicycle and helmet safety. A study in 2014 shows that 103.7 million people rode a bike that year and 34 percent of Americans age three or older rode a bike at least once in that year (“Study: 103.7 Million Americans Ride Bikes”). The importance of bicycle safety cannot be underestimated. According to the 2008 Alabama Traffic Crash Facts, there were 182 bicycle crash injuries and four fatalities. In 2008, children 14 years old and under
...er commutes. In analyzing all the traffic congestion policies, I believe this policy alternative will have the greatest impact in reducing traffic congestion. It properly prices the roads in which supply will equal the demand. In addition, it generates revenue for the local government which can mitigate the costs in maintaining the roads and infrastructure.