Cities are trying! In the last 3 years here in Kansas City I have seen a slow but steady change to make the city more bike friendly. But unfortunately it requires more than community interest. The streets here, especially in the city, are not conducive to bikes so it takes time to get the city to approve and implement the appropriate upgrades. But just a few weeks ago we got our first bike share system, Kansas City B Cycle. Change is a comin'!

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