This is a matter that is…

This is a matter that is best left to local government to address. The proposed legislation is a constitutional overreach that is, on its face, paternalistic. It is made worst by the fact that it ignores city-building best practices, data and the needs and desires of local residents, such as my partner (an ER doctor at the hospitals on University Avenue who uses the bike lanes, including to respond to urgent calls) and myself (a professional who uses bike lanes every day to commute to work).

Before the bike lanes downtown on Yonge, Bloor and University, we didn’t feel safe enough to bike. By removing them, these changes will lead to slower and dangerous commutes, which will impact cyclists. These changes will also impact the people the cyclists who are serving, who may be a sick child or senior citizen in an emergency room.

We implore you to remember this fact as you weigh the implementation of this bill.