In its “Parking Information and Statistics” document, the BYU Police Department states “The BYU Master Plan is dedicated to the concept that BYU is a walking campus.”
This is why the Stadium Lot is wishfully promoted as “within a short walking distance” of 21 minutes to the library. In reality, it remains empty because it’s too far away.
Those who try to avoid the excessive walking by getting dropped off are countered with a “no drop zone” and aggressive ticketing.
Unfortunately, biking isn’t part of the plan, either.
I dodge trucks barreling through the one bike lane on campus. When that lane is closed for construction, I ride on 1230 North, which is narrow and shoulder-free.
The bike racks are overcrowded, so my bike frame gets scratched, and they are uncovered, so the seat turns to ice in the winter and gets waterlogged in the spring.
I’ve contacted the V.P. of Student Life and the Parking Office manager, with the response bike parking and lanes are limited because it’s a pedestrian campus.
Like thousands of other people on campus who want to use cars, buses or bikes, not to mention skateboards, rollerblades or scooters, I am frustrated the focus on walking is tied to neglect toward all other forms of transportation.
Andrew McNabb
Champaign, Ill.
