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St. Petersburg Unveils Pride Bike Racks Amid State Restrictions

12/16/2025

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St. Petersburg, Florida, introduced 11 Pride-themed bike racks to replace rainbow crosswalks removed under Governor Ron DeSantis's orders.
Mayor Ken Welch described the racks as a vibrant tribute to the erased Pride murals, while the city faced pressure to comply with state mandates that claim such art distracts drivers.
Local leaders, including Welch, have expressed their commitment to defending progressive values.
A city post emphasized that the removed murals, including one stating "Black History Matters," reflect the community's essence.
Contradicting state claims, a study found that painted intersections reduce crash injuries by 37%.

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St. Petersburg, Florida, introduced 11 Pride-themed bike racks to replace rainbow crosswalks removed under Governor Ron DeSantis's orders.
Mayor Ken Welch described the racks as a vibrant tribute to the erased Pride murals, while the city faced pressure to comply with state mandates that claim such art distracts drivers.
Local leaders, including Welch, have expressed their commitment to defending progressive values.
A city post emphasized that the removed murals, including one stating "Black History Matters," reflect the community's essence.
Contradicting state claims, a study found that painted intersections reduce crash injuries by 37%.