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This is a terrible idea for Ontario and the city of Toronto.
The removal of bike lanes downtown Toronto will not decrease gridlock, and increase the incidence of accidents involving cyclists and motorists.
Removing a bike lane does not change the number of cyclists on the roads. These cyclists will now be using traffic lanes, as is their right. This puts cyclists at risk of distracted drivers, and drivers with road rage, causing the incident of cyclists injured and killed by vehicles to increase.
The bike lanes as is are small, but most provide a slight barrier between traffic and cyclists. They also are a physical reminder for drivers to look for cyclists in the lane.
Bike lanes improve safety of Ontario citizens and improve the flow of traffic.
Submitted October 31, 2024 7:58 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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