Brooklyn Heights Association optimistic about bike share program
After years of anticipation, the Citi Bike Share program is finally hitting the streets of Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Heights Association, which has expressed concerns over the program in the past, is excited for the programs launch in May.
“We’ve gotten quite a bit of positive feedback from residents who were excited at the prospect of the program for their own use and from a transportation policy point of view,” said the Brooklyn Heights Association’s vice president Patrick Killackey. “The BHA believes Citi Bike Share is a positive step to helping people avoid taking cars, and we appreciate the City’s effort to try something new.”
The BHA was initially concerned that the program might result in excess noise on residential streets, but explains that the New York City Department of Transportation has put forth a strong effort to work together on such issues.
“The DOT went through a well-publicized, lengthy, and impressive process last spring to collect community input for initial plans and feedback on its initial siting proposal,” said Killackey. “DOT’s revision was responsive to the BHA-raised concerns, including comments on specific locations and general siting considerations.”