I am deeply concerned about…

I am deeply concerned about the proposed bill. As a non-cyclist, I find the current infrastructure unsafe, particularly due to the absence of a continuous bike network that is fully separated from vehicle lanes. For many years, I relied on the TTC for my daily commute, but I recently transitioned to driving because the streetcar service became increasingly unreliable, often taking 1 to 1.5 hours to travel from The Beaches to work on the west side of downtown.

While I support the creation of more bike lanes, I strongly oppose the idea of sharing the road with bicycles. This setup jeopardizes the safety of both cyclists and drivers. I believe it’s crucial to have designated lanes for vehicles and a separate lane for bikes. This would create a safer environment for everyone involved, rather than forcing us to navigate in a shared lane, which is inherently risky.

I do not consider bicycles as the primary source of traffic congestion in this city. Instead, I attribute much of the congestion to poor scheduling and management of construction projects, along with insufficient funding for reliable public transportation. Taking weeks to months to install infrastructure on our roads to then dismantle the same infrastructure that aids in reducing traffic delays only exacerbates these problems, leading to greater frustration and complications for all road users.

I maintain a neutral political stance and have voted for all three major political parties throughout my life. However, I want to be clear: if this bill is passed, I will not support the Conservative Party in future elections. This issue affects us all, and we deserve a transportation solution that prioritizes safety and efficiency.