Any removal of bike lanes in…

Any removal of bike lanes in the interest of reducing gridlock must be evidence based, i.e., have clear research to show gridlock will be reduced. Given the large number of bicycle couriers that are using Toronto bike lanes--it's especially evident on the Bloor Street lanes--it's hard to believe that removing the lane will improve traffic. The bicycles don't obstruct traffic when they "park" or stop to make a delivery. If cycling becomes too difficult there will be more delivery cars on the road and one suspects that traffic congestion will increase.

There are, of course, strong environmental reasons for why bike lanes leading to increased bike traffic is a preferable option to more cars on the street.

And please, Government of Ontario, respect municipal authority and ability to make good judgments for ourselves. Stop being the autocratic bullies that many of your actions indicate you are.