Bike lanes are important…

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Bike lanes are important urban infrastructure that are a municipal responsibility. The province should stay out of it and let local cities govern their local streets.

Roads in cities are used by pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. Road conditions need to ensure the safety of ALL road users. Bike lanes are an easy, inexpensive piece of infrastructure that ensures the safety of ALL road users- not just cyclists!

Aside from governance, bike lanes are important elements to RELIEVE traffic congestion. When more people feel safe on their bikes (in bike lanes!) more people will choose to travel by bike, and leave their car at home. This reduces the number of cars on the road, and can relieve car traffic.