As a healthcare worker who…

As a healthcare worker who commutes along University Avenue by bicycle, utilizing the safe bike lanes that were recently constructed to enhance the safety and accessibility of this vital corridor, I am STRONGLY AGAINST their removal. These lanes have made a significant positive difference for myself and many of my fellow coworkers who rely on them for safe, active transportation to the many hospitals along University. I am deeply concerned about the Premier’s recent proposal to remove these lanes (and with those along Bloor and Yonge), which is absurd for several reasons ... but notably they were just completed, and this is a city matter. All research points to bike lanes reducing traffic and increasing business revenue. Importantly, losing this infrastructure would make commuting less safe for cyclists and prioritizes more expensive, less fast, and less sustainable forms of travel. I urge lawmakers to advocate for the preservation of these bike lanes and ensure that decisions impacting city infrastructure prioritize the safety and well-being of all road users. Thank you for considering my perspective on this important matter.