I believe the decision to…

I believe the decision to remove recently added bike lanes on Bloor, University, and Yonge street, and adding legislation which prohibits municipalities from making their own decisions on transportation is flawed, expensive, and adds unnecessary bureaucracy to commuter based infrastructure.
-The expense and time added to transit projects would be increased by this legislation, Doug Ford's red tape; something which he would normally argue he is against.
-My career requires me to be all around the city everyday. The current bike infrastructure, and proposed new lanes, are essential to my commutes to and from work everyday.
-Biking around the city is only made a safe and consistent option through these bike lanes, and, as a driver, it makes me feel more comfortable knowing that cyclists around me have their own protected lane for their safety and my peace of mind.
-Not infrequently, my commutes contain both the TTC and cycling. Cycling gives me greater access to buses and stations, and the TTC allows me to travel greater distances on biking trips/commutes.
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Cycling in the city is an inexpensive, fast, and consistent method of travel which takes cars off the road and lightens the load on the TTC system, especially at peak commuter hours. The maintenance of biking infrastructure and the presence of safety measures is a benefit for all who currently struggle with congestion in the city.
Consider reallocating the tax dollars which would be used to tear up the bike lanes into public transit improvements, and safer commuting options for cyclists.