As a resident that regularly…

As a resident that regularly uses many modes of transportation, including automobiles, subways, and bicycles, I am conflicted by this attempt to remove bike infrastructure from busy streets in Toronto. So many cyclists have been killed in this city due to poorly-designed and implemented transit infrastructure; leaving me feeling that the addition of bike lanes on Bloor St. was a boon to cyclists not wanting to be permanently injured or killed during their morning commute. As a resident of the city, I'm able to report that business along cycling routes has not dwindled after infrastructure had been implemented; an observation that is supported by statistical information relating to business transactions before and after such infrastructure was implemented. Making movement through the city easier for those who wish to spend their money, be active and fit (reducing hospital wait times - barring the likelihood of severe injury or death after an altercation with a vehicle), and thereby removing additional vehicles from the road (by not having to use a car), is a win-win for the city, region, and province. As a father of two, I hope to be able to continue to live and commute, without fear of being maimed or killed during my daily commute, and wish the same for my children. I believe that the cycling infrastructure being put in place will help serve this purpose of not dying while cycling, while still supporting local business.