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Letter: New West walkers wrong about proposed Pattullo paths

Editor: Re: New West groups seek Pattullo changes , Record news I admire the advocacy that the Walkers’ Caucus group does for walkers, but I must disagree with their position on the proposed paths on the new Pattullo Bridge.
Pattullo Bridge replacement
Conceptual rendering of the bridge that will replace the Pattullo Bridge. the new four-lane bridge will have designated lanes for pedestrians and cyclists.

Editor:

Re: New West groups seek Pattullo changes, Record news

I admire the advocacy that the Walkers’ Caucus group does for walkers, but I must disagree with their position on the proposed paths on the new Pattullo Bridge. 

Yes, overpasses require travelling longer distances and going uphill, but I have never heard of an incident involving a fatality or serious injury on a pedestrian/cycling overpass. 

Level crossings require motorists to abide by the signals which the vast majority do but, unfortunately, a small minority do not, leading to collisions with pedestrians. 

Aside from the danger posed by motor vehicles, I detest having to press a beg button and wait in the rain or cold to cross a street. I’d rather walk further at my own pace across an overpass.

Dale Darychuk, New Westminster