[EDITORIAL] Roberts: Why in the world would Phoenix narrow Van Buren Street?

Phoenix aims to improve safety on Van Buren Street from Seventh to 24th streets and make the street more welcoming for pedestrians and cyclists. (Photo: City of Phoenix/The Republic)

(Editor’s note: Opinion pieces are published for discussion purposes only.)

Laurie Roberts: The major city in one of the nation’s fastest growing metro areas is about to spend millions to narrow a major thoroughfare. Genius idea.

By Laurie Roberts | The Republic

Phoenix has done its fair share of dumb things.

Going into the hotel business tops the list, of course. But this one’s a close second.

City leaders want to make Van Buren Street more friendly for bicyclists and pedestrians. By making it a nightmare for drivers trying to get into or out of downtown Phoenix.

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