I think it's absolutely outrageous to build the 413 and removal of bike lanes. And for this to be on the same bill?
The 413 needs to be thoroughly examined with environmental assessments etc.
The bike lanes in Toronto need to be kept.
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Please do not remove the bikes lanes from these major streets. Biking is a great way to exercise and stay fit, and it's awesome to have another choice to get around that's not driving.
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I live in downtown Toronto, and do not own a car. I use public transit to commute to work because bike lanes are NOT available to get me safely from downtown Toronto to York University, where I work.
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Trust the experts and do not dismantle portions of the existing bike lane infrastructure. I have lived in the city for 20 years and I see more people cycling than ever before. And it is safer to do so with those bike lanes. I know you want to tackle congestion, but this isn't how.
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As a resident of Ontario I continue to be frustrated with this current government's blatant disregard for community well- being and a sustainable future for generations to come.
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This is absolutely ridiculous, and puts the lives of more civilians in danger. Is this hypothetical added “comfort” for drivers in downtown Toronto truly worth citizen safety, especially since it’s not a given that traffic will speed up as bikers will be sharing the lane with cars?
This bill will slow down the completion of a useful and connected bicycle network that is safe for all riders in Toronto. Because the network is not complete and connected and fully safe, it has low usage.
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I am a university student in Toronto who has lived here my whole life. This idea is dangerous, stupid and an absurd waste of money in a time when our healthcare system (one of the increasingly few things that makes me proud to be Canadian) is stretched so thin.
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I don't believe that removing bike lanes will do anything to ease congestion. Is there any proof it would? Any studies? Has this worked in other cities? Construction is a major contributor to city traffic. Will you be banning construction sites from taking up lanes on major arteries?
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Mr. Ford, the OPPI vehemently opposes this act. Planners are the foundation of city building; they are educated on and advocate for best practices as backed by science to build the best urban and rural communities possible.
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A bill like 212 tells Ontarians that bike lanes have been municipal jurisdiction up to now. Seems a little convenient (maybe even politically motivated) that bill 212 specifically names main streets in Toronto, but is generalized everywhere else in Ontario.
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I am writing to express serious concerns about the proposed framework regarding municipal bike lane approvals and specific removals in Toronto. This proposal appears to disregard extensive research and data on urban transportation safety, economic benefits, and climate goals.
Key concerns:
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As a driver, I think removing bike lanes is a terrible idea. Those commuters cycling won't just disappear, they will now be in cars, increasing gridlock, or blocking an entire car lane.
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As a resident of Toronto who regularly commutes using the Bloor, University, and Yonge St bike lanes, I strongly oppose this legislation. Using a provincial bill to mandate the removal of municipal bike lanes is gross overreach.
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I use bike share and my own personal bike for years in Toronto. We have incomplete bike lanes accross the GTA preventing bikers from safely traveling from our destination. The road should be shared for the many not for the few privilage to be able to afford to drive.
More bike lanes, not fewer, reduce traffic. When more people bike, it takes cars off the road which are better for those who wish to drive. This bill also completely disregards the value to the safety for those who bike.
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I am really disappointed at this attempt to limit my choice in commuting options. I am simply trying to be economically prudent and live within my means so that I can advance my career.
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