Dear Council Candidates: First and foremost, thank you for running. There are few greater statements of commitment to community than the willingness to serve in public office.
We are sending this message to all candidates for City/Town Council in Newport, Middletown and Portsmouth. We hope to gain an understanding of your thoughts/ideas related to biking and walking in our community. We are posing one question only which allows you to share your personal vision. Thank you in advance for your participation.
Background: One of the outcomes of the pandemic is a surge in bicycling and walking. Biking and walking provide the opportunity to avoid the confinements of cars and busses, to move about at safe distances and enjoy the fresh air and benefits of physical activity. There are more people biking and walking for both recreation and transportation, and there are more people who want to bike and walk but don’t yet feel comfortable or safe enough to do so.
THE QUESTION:
What is your vision to help people ride and walk safely in our community?
What actual steps might you take to achieve your vision?
Bike Newport