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2018 Merrimon Widening Comment Database

Emily: I am writing to echo the sentiments of so many other Asheville residents who do not support the current plan

February 26, 2018 by Asheville on Bikes
From: Emily Muscarella Date: Mon, Jan 29, 2018 at 3:55 PM Subject: Merrimon Ave, Asheville. YOU CAN DO BETTER To: kbereis@hntb.com Kim, I am writing to echo the sentiments of so many other…
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2018 Merrimon Widening Comment Database

Rachel: I’ve transitioned from bicycling as my main method of transportation in my former state to now relying on my car in Asheville, as the roads here have just too fast of speeds

February 26, 2018 by Asheville on Bikes
From: Rachel Herndon Date: Mon, Jan 22, 2018 at 2:42 PM Subject: AVL – Merrimon Rd. widening To: chood@ncdot.gov Hello, I’m writing in regards to the NCDOT’s initial plans to widen Merrimon in…
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2018 Merrimon Widening Comment Database

Claudia: Although I am a seasoned bicyclist I avoid riding this section of road because there is no room for bicyclists on the roadway

February 22, 2018 by Asheville on Bikes
From: Claudia Nix Date: Sat, Jan 13, 2018 at 1:54 PM Subject: Merrimon Ave proposed changes To: kbereis@hntb.com Hello Kim, I was unable to attend the public meeting last Monday but…
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Safe Winter Cycling

January 29, 2014 by Asheville on Bikes
Atlanta motorists are stranded in hazardous conditions today due to snowfall, icing, and blockages resulting from thousands of abandoned motor vehicles. Much of motoring Asheville is wondering how to get…
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Beef Up Your Traffic Skills

April 7, 2013 by Asheville on Bikes
Or tempeh-up, for you bikin’ vegetarians out there.  From the French Broad River MPO‘s website: Have you ever considered taking a class to improve your confidence and safety in riding…
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