http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2003667576_peirce16.html

Louisville Mayor Jerry Abramson is one of a growing coterie of city leaders who believe the moment is ripe. Keynoting this year’s National Bike Summit in Washington, Abramson described how an early 2005 Louisville gathering of cycling enthusiasts has changed his city’s focus.

Louisville’s bike paths are being connected into a citywide system. Miles of highway bike lanes are being added. The city has adopted a “complete streets” policy requiring the placement of sidewalks, bike lanes and bus stop locations in any major road improvement. And the city is planning two commuter-friendly bike stations, with indoor bike parking, rentals and repair facilities.