Monday, March 5, 2012

Messengers Like New Law, Hate Bum Rap

Bicycle messengers don't have a problem with the new cityordinance that regulates them, but they do have a problem withpoliticians and a public that sees them as a menace to society.

Ald. Burton Natarus (42nd) has called the bikers "dangerous andarrogant."

But it's really the pedestrians that cause problems themessengers say.

"If they pass a law for messengers, they should crack down onjaywalkers," said Brian Carey, 19, who rides for On-Time Messengerservice.

The new ordinance was passed in response to citizen complaintsand 146 accidents involving messengers over the last four years.

It requires messengers to wear helmets and safety …

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