Hello, I am strongly opposed…

Hello,
I am strongly opposed to Bill 212.
By limiting the creation of new bike lanes and even destroying existing ones, the Ontario government would be limiting alternative transportation modes, and creating more space for cars, "i.e. build it and they will come." This would have serious consequences for the environment and human health. The destruction of present bike lanes is also a foolish move economically given all of the taxpayers money spent on them.
Here in Ottawa, the use of bike lanes for both recreation and travel to and from work and school only continues to rise, and these lanes have helped to make the capital the world-class, enjoyable city that it is today. There is no evidence that destroying bike lanes will improve gridlock. Instead, investing in public transportation and a variety of modes of travel, such as cycling, as well other components of careful urban planning (i.e. density along subway/LRT routes; creating conditions for walkable neighbourhoods), is what will reduce car travel.
Thank you.