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Below is an email I received today from Cycle Toronto...I didn't realize we were this close to decision time about segregated bike lanes on Eglinton. Any thoughts? Anyone know if these would be segregated through the narrower section of the road as well?
April 7, 2013
Action Alert: Write members of Public Works & Infrastructure Committee in support of protected bike lanes on Eglinton!
This is an historic moment for cyclists in Toronto. On Wednesday April 9th, the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee will be voting (agenda item 2014.PW30.7) on whether to accept staff recommendations in the Eglinton Connects report for a new Eglinton Avenue streetscape. These recommendations include protected bicycle lanes in both directions! That will mean almost 20 km of new bikeway!
We've worked hard to build support for protected bike lanes on Eglinton over the past 2 years and need your help to seize this opportunity. We need the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee to know that Toronto wants bike lanes on Eglinton. Read more about the project here and then tell the committee you support the recommendations.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to fundamentally rebuild a major artery crossing the entire city into a safe, cyclist- and pedestrian-friendly environment. We’ve already heard strong support from schools, community groups, business improvement areas (2), school trustees (2) and others. Make sure the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee knows you support it too!
Action Requested
Write members of Public Works and Infrastructure Committee and request that they support the streetscape recommendations, including creating a complete street, wider sidewalks, protected bicycle lanes, great trees, street furniture and patio space.
Members of Public Works and Infrastructure Committee:
“Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong†<councillor_minnan-wong@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Mark Grimes†<councillor_grimes@toronto.ca>, “Councillor John Parker†<councillor_parker@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Mike Layton†<councillor_layton@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Janet Davis†<councillor_davis@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Michelle Berardinetti†<councillor_berardinetti@toronto.ca>, "PWIC" <pwic@toronto.ca>
Remember to cc info@cycleto.ca. Include PW30.7 in your subject line.
Creativity matters. Include your personal story. And consider including your mailing address; it carries more weight. Please write by Tuesday April 8 at 4:30 pm.
Cycle Toronto’s on-going advocacy efforts aren't possible without you. Join our more than 2,300 members, renew your membership or make a donation to support our work!
Ride safely,
Jared Kolb
Executive Director
jared.kolb@cycleto.ca
April 7, 2013
Action Alert: Write members of Public Works & Infrastructure Committee in support of protected bike lanes on Eglinton!
This is an historic moment for cyclists in Toronto. On Wednesday April 9th, the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee will be voting (agenda item 2014.PW30.7) on whether to accept staff recommendations in the Eglinton Connects report for a new Eglinton Avenue streetscape. These recommendations include protected bicycle lanes in both directions! That will mean almost 20 km of new bikeway!
We've worked hard to build support for protected bike lanes on Eglinton over the past 2 years and need your help to seize this opportunity. We need the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee to know that Toronto wants bike lanes on Eglinton. Read more about the project here and then tell the committee you support the recommendations.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to fundamentally rebuild a major artery crossing the entire city into a safe, cyclist- and pedestrian-friendly environment. We’ve already heard strong support from schools, community groups, business improvement areas (2), school trustees (2) and others. Make sure the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee knows you support it too!
Action Requested
Write members of Public Works and Infrastructure Committee and request that they support the streetscape recommendations, including creating a complete street, wider sidewalks, protected bicycle lanes, great trees, street furniture and patio space.
Members of Public Works and Infrastructure Committee:
“Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong†<councillor_minnan-wong@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Mark Grimes†<councillor_grimes@toronto.ca>, “Councillor John Parker†<councillor_parker@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Mike Layton†<councillor_layton@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Janet Davis†<councillor_davis@toronto.ca>, “Councillor Michelle Berardinetti†<councillor_berardinetti@toronto.ca>, "PWIC" <pwic@toronto.ca>
Remember to cc info@cycleto.ca. Include PW30.7 in your subject line.
Creativity matters. Include your personal story. And consider including your mailing address; it carries more weight. Please write by Tuesday April 8 at 4:30 pm.
Cycle Toronto’s on-going advocacy efforts aren't possible without you. Join our more than 2,300 members, renew your membership or make a donation to support our work!
Ride safely,
Jared Kolb
Executive Director
jared.kolb@cycleto.ca