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Cheryl Ku <
To:E-mail Council Website
Subject:Higuera Complete Streets Project Support
Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council,
I am writing in support of the Higuera Complete Streets Project.
My family is one of many with young children who commute daily from the Serra Meadows/Toscano
neighborhood to downtown. Each morning, I drop my children off at Hawthorne Elementary on my way to
work, and in the evenings I pick them up from after-school care. We typically ride a cargo bike and hope
that one day our children will feel safe enough to ride their own bikes along this route.
Currently, however, riding on South Higuera often feels unsafe — particularly during the winter months
when daylight fades before we return home. During those times, we frequently resort to driving, which
feels unnecessary given the short distance and flat terrain.
A protected bicycle lane will make a meaningful difference in how safe families like ours feel using this
corridor. As you know, our neighborhood lacks connectivity and amenities, including convenient access
to parks. We must travel along South Higuera to reach nearly every part of town, and safer bicycle
infrastructure will significantly improve access, safety, and quality of life for residents.
I sincerely appreciate your efforts in advancing this project and the thoughtful community outreach
conducted throughout the process.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Ku
3099 Arezzo Drive
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