Editor,
I am deeply disappointed with Caltrain’s recent decision to adopt an inadequate layout for the new Caltrain bicycle cars. The cars hold fewer bikes than current ones (72 versus 77), and the layout of the seats prevents clear view of the bikes and will encourage even more bicycle thefts.
This layout was presented by Caltrain staff at public meetings where it was clearly opposed by a majority of attendees. The public gave constructive feedback and proposed alternatives, but it was clear that Caltrain staff was not interested in accepting any public input at those meetings. Instead, Caltrain board and staff have rammed an inferior solution down our throats.
This decision is bad for Caltrain and the Bay Area in general. Bicycles are key for coupling commuters to Caltrain in “the first mile” and “last mile” of their journeys because there are few other viable transit options on the Peninsula.
Shame on Caltrain for this poor decision that goes against the interest of riders. Why does Caltrain accept public funding when they do not take public input seriously?
Thomas Greene
Emerald Hills
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