Comment
This bill is completely wrong-headed and contrary to all evidence. Consider the following:
- bicycle lanes reduce congestion, as they replace some vehicle traffic (which takes up a full car space) with a bicycle (which is smaller - you can check if you are not sure about this)
- removing bicycle lanes will mean there are more cars taking far more space than the bicycles they replace
- those who still use bicycles to commute or reach destinations will take the lane instead of travelling in a separated bike lane; this is worse for congestion and less predictable for all road users.
As far as I can tell, this bill is pure ideology and pre-decided politics. No basis in facts or evidence. No respect for the lives of people that will be killed in traffic accidents because of this. Absolutely horrendous. Disgraceful. You should be ashamed.
Submitted October 24, 2024 2:49 PM
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Bill 212 - Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act, 2024 - Framework for bike lanes that require removal of a traffic lane.
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