Chapter 11 Recommendations

AGENCIES

NY Police Department

Commissioner should issue directive to precinct commanders raising priority of reducing bicycle theft and improving recovery rates; precincts to be rated on percentage of recovery to theft, with safeguards to ensure that cyclists aren't discouraged from reporting theft.

Actively combat bicycle theft; target known stolen bike resale spots, e.g., East Village.

Publicize the Police Department's bicycle registration program and expand hours when cyclists can enroll at station house. Allow bicycle stores to provide this service. Place an official, durable police sticker on each registered bike.

PRIVATE SECTOR

Directed to Businesses in General, especially Business Associations which can act as catalysts

Request building managers, store owners, and other guardians of property to be more understanding of need for commuters, shoppers, etc. to bring bicycles inside premises, where possible, and to permit cyclists to lock up outside buildings and shops (see discussion under Indoor Parking: Chapter 13).

Encourage member businesses to install outdoor bike racks as part of an aggressive public campaign to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution (see Chapter 18: Air Pollution).

LEGISLATIVE

Increase penalty for bike theft to put it on par with car theft.