“I always thought “why 16?”
Good question, 18 would be a better age. Some days I think 21 or 25.
You are WAY wrong!
For safety of the children, we must forego transporting ourselves ANYWHERE and use only light rail (preferably HIGH-SPEED).
An exception may be granted to those wishing to actually WALK anywhere, but only after passing Federal, State, County, any other Municipal tests that show one has been properly instructed on foot placement.
Oh yes, any HOA rules must be enforced as well.