So, if I don't see these markings, then it's not a shared lane and bicyclists aren't supposed to be there?
No, cyclists can ride on any street in the City of Falls Church. Just as every street in the city has a 25 mph speed limit unless stated otherwise (even if there is no speed limit sign), cyclists are allowed on every street regardless of whether there is a marking or sign for them, unless stated otherwise. Shared-lane markings are intended to reinforce that cyclists are allowed to use the traffic lanes, not to define a special condition.

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1. I've seen street markings of a bike with two chevrons/arrows. What do they mean?
2. Do these markings really have an effect on driver and cyclist behavior?
3. On some streets, cyclists riding over this marking will take the entire lane. Aren't they supposed to move to the right?
4. If I see these markings in a lane, is the lane only for bikes?
5. So, if I don't see these markings, then it's not a shared lane and bicyclists aren't supposed to be there?
6. Are these markings going to be on every street that does not have a bike lane?
7. I've never seen these markings before. Why are they being used now?