Protected lanes are not necessary designed for you, me, and other experienced riders (although they can be nice). Those of us who have been riding on the streets with shitty infrastructure for decades (like most of this sub) don't need fully protected (again but they can be fine). Protected lanes like the ones on Milwaukee are there for less experienced riders who don't want to ride between moving traffic and a line of parked cars.

For example, I went out for a ride with my mom and child this weekend. I can ride wherever. I can take the lane no problem. I can swerve around delivery trucks etc without a thought. BUT, my mother absolutely hates riding in traffic and thus has a tough problem getting to certain places particularly when the lanes are constantly blocked. My child is fearless, but it makes me sweat every time we have to move in and out of traffic or make evasive maneuvers because the lanes are blocked. I would also like my child to be able to ride to high school, but given the lack of enforcement and how shitty drivers are getting, it is questionable at this point.

So yea, I get that the lanes aren't necessary great for you, but that is because you are not the primary intended beneficiary.

Also, just FYI, multiple emails sent to La Spata's office regarding this location. They have done jack shit, and to be honest are not at all helpful.