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I want to know why the government is pushing ahead with the removal of bike lanes without waiting for evidence as to whether or not this will actually reduce traffic? A new lane can only accommodate roughly 1900 cars per hour, ignoring turning, parking, cyclists now forced to take a lane, pedestrians, etc. At off peak times even the single lane on these streets is more than enough, and at peak times the number of residents in these neighbourhoods who have opted to bike instead of drive would outnumber the increased car capacity provided by the additional lane. Meaning traffic will get worse. This is just common sense.
Businesses along Bloor are demanding this government not interfere with a project that has INCREASED business since implemented. Why is a supposedly conservative government using centralized powers to hurt local business?
Why is the transport minister using a statistic on the percent of people who commute by cycling from 2011? Before the bike lanes even went in. Why would this government need to distort the truth and lie in such a way if they truly believe this will reduce traffic? Shouldn’t the facts support the cause? If so, use up to date statistics and get the relevant data from the city instead of lying.
Submitted November 3, 2024 9:31 AM
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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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