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As someone who lives in Toronto, and walks, bikes and drives weekly I understand that there will always be competing demands for limited space when it comes to transportation. Having experience with all forms of transit there is still no comparison in time spent, safety and ease when it comes to driving. Drivers are the most privileged and catered to group on our roads.
The majority of gridlock is caused by commuters from outside of the city driving (alone) to work. I have chosen to live in a walkable, cycling friendly city and that is reflected in the policies of my elected municipal council. The Ontario Government is overreaching with Bill 212 and by-passing the will of Torontonians, to enact the will of those who do not live here, therefore bypassing democracy. It is unreasonable that those who do not live in Toronto are able to dictate how Torontonians are able to get around their city.
I am not in support of removing or limiting the expansion of bike lanes as outlined in Bill 212, and I would ask that this comment is considered in the decision making process by the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO).
Submitted November 19, 2024 5:18 PM
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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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