Whenever it rains, water piles up here and does not drain for hours leaving people on bicycles no way to comfortably re…

Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany · Medium · 5 May 2023

Whenever it rains, water piles up here and does not drain for hours leaving people on bicycles no way to comfortably rest the feet and wait by the traffic light.

• person
• blocked bike lane
• bike lane
• puddle
• bollard

AI ideas (AI-generated, non-binding)

• Create a curb extension by temporarily adding a barrier that directs the water to the section between the parked cars and the bike lane. Add a few temporary planters on the barrier and surround them with chairs for people to rest.
• Install a curb cut or permeable pavement in the affected area allowing water to drain. Additionally, consider installing bike shelters to protect cyclists from inclement weather.
• Install temporary trampolines in front of traffic lights to allow bicyclists to safely wait out the rain. The trampolines could also generate electricity for the city's grid.
• Report the issue to the local authorities in charge of bike lane maintenance and drainage. Provide detailed information and pictures to help them understand the problem. Encourage other citizens to do the same.
• The mobility officer should consider adding a curb cut to allow water to drain from the bike lane. Also, regular maintenance to ensure any existing drains are clear would help alleviate the issue.

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