Unfortunately there seems to be a lot of confusion over what a sharrow actually means.

I had interpreted it to mean that bicyclists are encouraged to take the whole lane. Cars are free to use those lanes but with the understanding that they will be mixed in with slower traffic and often times they will be forced to turn off.

The way one has been implemented downtown here is that a wide green stripe was added, - apparently where the bikes are supposed to be; off to the right. Disappointing. What is the difference between that and a regular street?

I like how you asked for his name and he had to look at his badge.

My guess is that if he had ticketed you, you would have won in court.