Dear Katerina Downard, I do…

Dear Katerina Downard,
I do not agree with this Bill 12 Reducing Gridlock, Saving you time Act.
The Province of Ontario should not have authority to make decisions for Cities on bike infrastructure. These should only be reviewed from the City authorities with no overseeing government that can decline safety for all users.

Prioritizing cars will is a step backwards and we should focus on safety for all users of the road which includes cars, bikes, and people on foot.

Going fast is when accidents happen and people get killed.

The government spent money on the bike infrastructure on Yonge, Bloor, and University for a reason. Going backwards and undoing this work is costing tax payers more money and not saving money.

Bikes and slower transportation such as walking allows people to stop and go into stores to shop supporting local businesses. By removing this mode people driving will not stop for local businesses and will only go to the destination across town.

Please consult with all businesses along these streets and anywhere in Ontario where bike infrastructure is being considered to understand how bike lanes will impact these businesses and to gain more knowledge before removing bike lanes.

There are items in the proposal "develops the criteria for evaluating" this should be included now before implementing any Bill. Without a plan will only mean devastation with no criteria.

I am very disappointed by this proposed Bill and do not support any of it.