I am disappointed that a…

I am disappointed that a government that is supposed to value permitting the local people to decide what's best in their own community, is overextending to blanket ban us from deciding what's best for our neighbourhoods.

I own a car but most days I ride my bike to work because it's the best tool for the job. I have a business degree, I manage a store, and I vote for parties that are prudent and don't get in the way of my life. With the rising cost of living, I have made the choice to opt out of driving as much as is reasonable. It's one area where I can improve my life while also lowering my cost per trip. It's not necessary for me to drive if the route is safe, and I am happy to make less traffic so that the people who choose to drive because that's the best tool for their trip, can do that more efficiently.

This bill is wasteful red tape. It limits personal choice. And the increased traffic from more cars unnecessarily wearing down and clogging up this expensive infrastructure will hurt our economy now and for years down the road. I can put up with a lot of bad choices a government makes but this is the issue that decides my vote.