I'm having an interesting time with two intersections near me. There are special crossing guards because of the heavy pedestrian traffic around the WTC site. It's an intimidating street at times due to tour buses, regular buses, and construction vehicles. The guards' sole purpose is directing pedestrians, and they do let people cross against the light when there's no oncoming traffic.

A couple of times I thought they were ignoring me on my bike, but then I realized: they probably have no idea what bikers are going to do, since not all bikers go strictly by the law. I recently waited patiently through most of a green light, and the guy finally stopped the pedestrians so I could go through. I know he would have stopped them sooner if I were a car, but I am hesitant to call and complain. I'm probably better off with the guards since it's impossible to get through a tour group of thirty people who are determined to jaywalk.

Pam