more parking - this time, not temporary

It is good to see Waterloo taking action to reduce congestion around the limited bicycle parking facilities in the Uptown by placing more spaces in highly visible locations which are tucked out of the way of most foot traffic. This is a nice combination as it makes good use of underutilized space while providing a needed service to the public.

What appeals to me about this particular arrangement is the "P" symbol and colour which again match what is used to indicate parking for motor vehicles. This, as I have previously argued elsewhere in this blog, helps legitimize bicycles as real traffic both in the eyes of the motoring public, and in the eyes of cyclists themselves. It is a subtle thing, but could work towards helping resolve some traffic conflicts.
Also, the racks are facing the right way for the space they are in, and are set up so that two bicycles can easily be fit per station.
Good on you Waterloo. Let's get more of this going.