Comment
Bike lanes are an essential part of city infrastructure, and must be protected to support equality, safe mobility, good health, and environmental sustainability.
Biking is accessible, convenient, and affordable, and bike lanes make cycling safe. For many people, especially those without the means or ability to drive, biking is a primary form of transportation. I myself relied on biking for a decade to get around for the majority of my trips as it was cheaper and often faster than public transit. For so many people, driving is simply not an option, and public transportation can often be encumbered by transfers and infrequent schedules. Bike lanes provide much-needed space and safety on the road. We need to provide solutions that support everyone's safe and timely travel, not just those with cars.
In addition, active transportation provides physical and mental health benefits and is an important step towards net-zero cities. Prioritizing car over bike infrastructure is a step backwards.
Submitted November 2, 2024 9:24 PM
Comment on
Bill 212 - Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act, 2024 - Framework for bike lanes that require removal of a traffic lane.
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019-9266
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111591
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