Kaban ni D_BystandeR: NAHIMONG SAYON ANG BULUHATON KARON SA BAG-ONG PANAHON

From the standpoint of defending what was originally intended as the accepted usage of how roads are to be used, there is no quarrel about that. But we have to be realistic about it! What was not expected 20  years ago are now seen by our naked eyes and it's for real! The advent of cellphones now, to cite as an example, was beyond our dreams and imagination many years ago. Let us admit, we live in a world that is constantly subjected to change. Where roads before were designed only for vehicles, there are now demands that crop up as we advanced to modern technology. And one of that valid demand is to share a little portion of the road for other usage which many years ago would seem unthinkable. If the city deferred in its final deliberation the proposed road lanes for bikes and pedestrians, it does not mean that same should be adopted permanently as future discussions could possibly find ways and means to make the proposal applicable and doable. In the States, not all roads have been provided separate lanes for pedestrians and bikes but you can notice that they are actively considering it as it is not unusual to see bike lanes being set up in some areas. And if we do not stick to antiquated ideas of yesteryears, the deferred proposed city ordinance could not be far behind in the future.

Footnote: This comment came out in connection with a TF Editorial - "A creeping anarchy is eating up the city?" which appeared on 10/23/14.