I am opposed to this bill…

I am opposed to this bill for several reasons:
1) It is a gross overreach of the provincial government's authority over municipal affairs. The provincial government should only be responsible for provincial highways, and the design of a municipal roadways should be left to those governments (as elected by local residents)
2) This bill creates unnecessary "red tape" that will add more reviews and complications to municipal projects, and it goes against the supposed conservative values of reduced government
3) The increased review process and the forced removal of Bloor, Yonge, and University bike lanes is a poor use of taxpayer money
4) Bike lanes improve safety for all road users
5) Bike lanes increase business profits along those corridors
6) Bike lanes increase active transportation, which has numerous benefits including improved public health, reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, creating more inviting streetscapes, etc.
7) As a driver, I prefer not having to share lanes with cyclists as they typically travel slower, and it can be challenging to safely pass them
8) As a cyclist, it is much more enjoyable to have a separated bicycle facility, where I can travel at my own pace and not worry about holding up cars. It also feels much safer to have physical separation from cars

As a Civil Engineer who works in municipal road reconstruction, I implore you to reconsider this legislation. It is our duty as engineers to design safe roadways for all users, and this legislation directly impacts our ability to design safe streets, which will have effects that long outlive the current administration. If this bill passes, there will be increased injuries and deaths of cyclists and pedestrians.