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The density of bike traffic is becoming a huge problem with regard to safety so this program is a step in the right direction. However, until we create an infrastructure and adopt a bike culture like Europe, the problem will only get worse. Though most bicyclists ride responsibly, there are too many bad apples that put themselves and others in jeopardy. I have had to install a webcam to protect myself from these “terrorists” who refuse to obey traffic laws. Nevertheless, they still expect everyone else to share the road while they hog the road. Motorists need to be licensed and insured. They pay traffic fines. Why not apply the same rules to all if equal consideration is expected on the road? If involved in an accident, a cyclist should need to show that they have passed a safety program that includes awareness of traffic laws as motorists need to show they are licensed and have done the same.