This proposal adds red tape…

This proposal adds red tape to the process of adding critical infrastructure to cities. As a driver and cyclist, I will often travel by bike instead of car if there is a safe route to do so.

Making it harder to develop safe bike infrastructure will encourage driving, which has clear negative environmental impacts. Building additional traffic lanes results in additional vehicles on the road due to induced demand. Building additional bike lanes will reduce cars on the road and reduce the related emissions and tire wear.

We must make it easier, not harder, for municipalities to develop safe and effective bike infrastructure. I am strongly against this proposal as it will have significant negative environmental impacts on our city and province.