As a lifelong Chicagoan and active cyclist, I am deeply grateful for our city’s incredible lakefront. Few cities in the world can boast such a treasure, and it should be a place where all residents can gather and enjoy — especially on a holiday weekend like Labor Day.

That’s why I am dismayed that participation in Bike the Drive now costs $167.68 for two people, plus additional fees of over $11. As a taxpayer who already contributes significantly to maintaining our parks, roads and public spaces, I find it unreasonable to face an additional toll just to ride freely on DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Even more concerning, riders are compelled to support the Active Transportation Alliance as part of this cost, regardless of whether they wish to.

Events like this should invite broad participation

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