Bike lanes save lives. The…

Bike lanes save lives.
The ones in Toronto have barely had the chance to exist, let alone show their benefits. Removing them is a lovely way to benefit the privileged folk with vehicles, but for those who care for the environment and are trying to reduce their emissions footprint, or would otherwise use ttc because they cannot afford a vehicle, these people would be losing out. Denmark has implemented a wonderful bike system, Montreal has integrated theirs as well - both work very well.
Toronto should commit to making safety and environmental footprint a priority. If gridlock is the result, then fewer people might be inclined to drive and May switch to using a bike when possible. Like hiking interest rates to prevent recession, some tough times are needed in order for adjustment to be made in the longer term. If we keep the bike lanes, which result in greater safety for cyclists, than more people will adopt biking as a means of getting around - older people and younger children might be able to feel more secure on the road.
As a person who has been hit by vehicles while they cut off bike and don’t check their blind spot - I implore you to keep the bikes. I was on a road with no bike lane, helmet on, lights on.
As a person whose uncle was hit and was killed by a driver while he was cycling, I plead you to make roads safer for cyclists. He was on a road without a bike lane, helmet on, lights on.
As a person who is lucky enough to share a vehicle with their spouse, and who does get caught in traffic, I still urge you to keep the bike lanes. Expanding them would be even better!
Please keep our bike lanes and our cyclists safe.