As a motorist I believe…

As a motorist I believe components of Bill 212 are a terrible idea for several reasons.

Regarding the proposed "addendum to the framework that would require the province to remove sections of the Bloor Street, Yonge Street, and University Avenue bike lanes in the City of Toronto and return them to a lane of traffic for motor vehicles". We are always one lane away from solving "traffic congestion". You want to induce demand for alternative modes of transportation such as bicycling, or public transit to prevent and reduce motor vehicle congestion. This addendum should be removed. Additionally, where is the evidence that these specific changes will reduce traffic congestion? I have not seen anything that shows this is an evidence informed decision.

Regarding the component "Prescribed municipalities would be required to seek provincial approval to allow for the implementation of new bicycle lanes ("bike lanes") that require the removal of an existing lane of traffic. Approval will be based on a set of specified criteria, to be set out in guidance and/or regulation", why would you want to add another layer of policy regarding local traffic planning? These decisions regarding bike lanes should stay within the jurisdiction of municipal government. The provincial focus should be highways.

I do not believe this is an effective use of provincial resources and the province should focus on other sections of the act that accomplish their goal to "get drivers where they need to go faster", which should realistically be changed to "get PEOPLE where they need to go faster". This effort should not be limited to one mode of transportation.