More than half a year has passed since the municpal elections, and we are asking the transport councilors of Prague 1 to Prague 22 about their plans for cycling infrastructure. We continue with the city district of Prague 14, which has a population of 47,000. It includes areas such as Černý Most, Kyje, Hostavice, and most of Hloubětín. Soňa Tománková, the transport councilor from the Naše Čtrnáctka (Our Fourteenth) coalition, responds to our written inquiries.
Are there any plans in your city district for the construction of new cycle paths, marking of bike lanes, or the legalization of cycling routes?
The current situation allows cyclists to pass through the district’s roads more safely than in the past. We focus on renovating traffic signs and increasing safety in high-risk areas. Recently, a new cycling connection between Malešice and Jahodnice was established, and there is a plan to build the Lipnická – Ocelkova project, which will include the construction of a new cycle bridge in the Kyje-Hutě area between Ocelkova Street and Budovatelská Street.
Do you plan to improve the accessibility of your city district for cycling? For example, by introducing contraflow cycling lanes, especially within 30 km/h zones?
Due to property rights issues concerning individual road owners, we are cautious about implementing contraflow cycling lanes.
Are there plans to increase the number of bicycle racks in the streets? Where?
We do not want to dictate the locations for bicycle racks but respond to suggestions and requests from citizens and cyclists.
What about bike-sharing? Are you aiming for a denser network of bike parking or its expansion?
We are considering the possibility of expanding bike-sharing, but it would require thorough discussions with the service providers.
How else do you plan to improve the conditions for cycling in your city district?
At present, we consider the bike accessibility within the city district to be sufficient.
Which construction project or change in the current term will have the most positive impact on pedestrian and cycling transportation in your city district?
During this term, there are plans to widen the sidewalk from Černý Most metro station to the ČM shopping center and to reconstruct the Bryksova x Mansfeldova intersection. Additionally, there will be a gradual replacement of public lighting, including sidewalk repairs, improving pedestrian comfort.
Which foreign city serves as inspiration for you in terms of transportation?
In terms of transportation and the complexity of the terrain, Vienna serves as inspiration.
Do you sometimes move around the city by bike?
I rarely ride a bike, but on occasion, I ride with my daughter to Park U Čeňku, located between Černý Most and Dolní Počernice. Like most of our citizens, I prefer public transportation, and less frequently, I use a car.
Do you follow our magazine?
Unfortunately, no.
Thank you for the interview.
This is an adjusted ChatGPT translation of this article: https://mestemnakole.cz/2023/05/co-chystaji-mestske-casti-praha-14/
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