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SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- More than 20 miles of city streets will have new bike lanes painted on them this summer, part of Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker's bike program.
Becker, who bikes his commute to city hall, says the city has wide streets and ought to be able to accommodate bike lanes.
"It's important for our whole quality of life, for our health, for reducing air pollution, for better use of energy," Becker said.
He also expects people on bicycles to take responsibility and stop running red lights, something the city is working on with education efforts.
Over the next two or three years, Becker hopes to double the 60 miles of road with bike lanes, and his budget includes $500,000 toward the goal -- money that still awaits approval from the Salt Lake City Council.
Cyclists said the bike lanes are huge help when it comes to safety.
"It makes the drivers more aware that you're going to be there," said cyclist Meghan DelMastro.
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Information from: The Salt Lake Tribune
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