The removal of existing…

The removal of existing bicycle lanes on Bloor Street, University Avenue and Yonge Street is *not* common sense. Responsible management of the finances of the Province of Ontario would dictate that spending taxpayer dollars to removal these lanes is inappropriate at best. The removal will *not* improve traffic flow (most of the traffic flow is better now than pre-bicycle lanes). The 1-metre distance rule from bicycles on roadways (barely enforced on cars and trucks) will make bicycle lane removal problematic. Increased car and truck traffic will add more pollution, increase the likelihood of injury and death (especially to pedestrians and bicyclists). Fewer people would likely bicycle in these streets, resulting in more unhealthy (obsese, etc.) individuals costing more healthcare dollars. The government is on notice and setting itself up for future lawsuits when injuries/deaths occur. The primary contributors to traffic issues are construction (road and building) and a lack of transit options. How about enforcing the license plate plastic covers - they are illegal so start pulling people over for having them. And stop these ads about Ontario on television - you are wasting taxpayers' money. Also, emergency vehicles can be smaller - examine the European experience. Be smarter folks!