Re: “Seattle pedestrians fear e-scooters, with older adults most at risk” (Oct. 20, Native Information):
Thanks very a lot for persevering with to report on the priority over e-scooter risks. I’m a senior citizen dwelling downtown and really a lot resent not having the ability to stroll my metropolis streets with out worry of being hit by a scooter. I’m particularly pissed off as a result of I like strolling alongside Second Avenue, which has bike lanes that ought to work advantageous for e-scooters.
Will it take a deadly accident of a mum or dad or grandparent of a Metropolis Council member or police officer for motion towards scooter use to take maintain? Or a lawsuit involving thousands and thousands of {dollars} introduced towards the town for not imposing the ban towards using on sidewalks?
One thing must occur quickly. Seniors, take again our streets!
Paula Matthews, Seattle
