During open forum on Oct. 2, resident Garrett Marple told the council he wants the city to speed implementation of temporary “quick‑build” protected bike lanes and barriers after a series of recent pedestrian and cyclist crashes.

“My name is Garrett Marple, 402130 Eighth Avenue North,” Marple said, and described recent crashes on Ninth Street and Second Street. “But to me as a cyclist, that's kind of unacceptable at this point. Let's let's get some quick build projects going. Let's get them funded. Let's get more of them out there,” he said, urging the council to convert planned long-term projects into temporary protected facilities to reduce immediate risk.

Marple said he supports the city’s Complete Streets plan but argued the multi‑year implementation timelines leave people exposed to danger in the near term. He asked the council to prioritize temporary protections and “protected bike lanes” while longer-term projects continue through design and permitting.

The comment was heard during the council’s open forum; no direct staff response or formal action followed during the meeting.