I urge you to reconsider the…

I urge you to reconsider the proposed “Bike Lane” Bill. While it is presented as addressing multiple issues, its true impact is alarming and counterproductive.

First, the proposal to remove bike lanes is misguided. It will be costly to dismantle existing infrastructure, wasting taxpayer dollars that could be invested in improving transportation for all users. Additionally, removing bike lanes will force cyclists back onto general traffic lanes, increasing congestion and creating dangerous conditions for everyone on the road. This move undermines efforts to create sustainable, multimodal transportation systems, making traffic worse instead of better.

Beyond the bike lane issue, the bill contains provisions that severely compromise public trust and well-being:
• Section 1 allows the province to expropriate property without proper consultation, ignoring individual rights.
• Section 2 removes flexibility for landowners impacted by highway construction, creating undue hardship.
• Section 3 exempts Highway 413 from environmental impact assessments, setting a dangerous precedent for unchecked development.
• Section 5 reintroduces problematic towing practices, undoing progress made in protecting drivers.

This bill is not just about bike lanes; it is an alarming overreach with far-reaching consequences. I strongly encourage you to reject this legislation and focus on policies that respect property rights, protect the environment, and promote efficient, inclusive transportation solutions.