This bill is a step in the…

This bill is a step in the wrong direction. Bike-lanes that are grade-separated are much narrower than regular car lanes and have a higher throughput capacity. I.e., in a given period of time, a bike lane can transport a greater number of people than a car-lane. Thus, for the purposes of solving traffic congestion, a bike lane will reduce the overall amount of traffic.

Additionally, bikes are far safer and more quieter than cars. Thus, by incentivizing the switch from cars to cycles, city roads become a lot quieter (i.e., less noise pollution) and less deadly for pedestrians and non-motor vehicle owners.

Having bike lanes is a huge win for the city, its residents and its traffic management. This bill should therefore be withdrawn.