Valencia Street Bike Lane Plan Sparks Controversy and Approval

A proposed center bike lane on Valencia Street in San Francisco has received mixed reactions from local businesses. A survey of 82 businesses found that 60% were unaware of the project, while of those who were familiar with it, 10 were supportive, 14 were against it, and eight had no view. The plan, which will add center bike lanes and ban left turns, will also replace around 70 parking spots with additional loading zones. Many merchants expressed concerns about the safety of biking in a middle lane and the loss of already limited parking spots for their customers.