I strongly support the…

I strongly support the removal of bicycle Lanes on major arteries that are causing traffic congestion. Back in the '70s, the city of Toronto started a program of developing bicycle routes running parallel to major arteries on secondary roads that did not impact traffic flow. I used to use the bicycle route from Lawrence Avenue West near Avenue road which followed the path of Avenue road but approximately one block east. It was a much more enjoyable ride and a much safer ride for cyclists including myself, than riding down Avenue road.
I often visit the Yorkville neighborhood and the bicycle lane on Davenport has created a huge amount of traffic congestion. This traffic condition has resulted in increased pollution. The bicycle Lane itself is seldom used the last time. I sat for 20 minutes waiting to turn right at Davenport and Avenue road I saw exactly two cyclists (including one city of Toronto parking enforcement officer, so only one private citizen) using the bicycle lane but dozens and dozens of cars tied up in traffic.

While riding a bicycle in Toronto during the summer months may be an enjoyable mode of transport, most of the year is too cold or wet for it to be a pleasant mode of transport. This makes comparison to other cities invalid for the most part. Distances are also much greater in Toronto than they are in European cities or even Manhattan. I have visited Manhattan many times and often will walk from one major intersection to another I know few people who actually walk from one major intersection i.e yonge and Bloor to another major intersection I.e Eglinton and yonge because the distances are too great in Toronto.

I want to thank the Doug Ford government for bringing forward this common sense legislation.