Comment 114269

By kevlahan (registered) | Posted October 16, 2015 at 10:39:52 in reply to Comment 114268

I agree that safe streets shouldn't require a huge amount of public engagement and influence: every neighbourhood deserves safe and comfortable streets.

But it's a bit of an over-generalization to claim that only wealthier neighbourhoods benefit. And, although Durand has a wealthy area near the escarpment, overall it is not a wealthy area (almost all resident live in rental apartments and many are recent immigrants. And Durand has been trying for over 40 years, with little success until very recently.

Don't forget that the only example of comprehensive neighbourhood wide traffic calming and the first case of default 30km/h speed limits is the North End, which is one of the poorest neighbourhoods. The other really big example is the Cannon bike lane, far better than any other cycle lane, which runs entirely through poorer neighbourhoods.

There is a problem when Councillors from outside the area actively oppose improvements supported by residents and their Councillor.

Comment edited by kevlahan on 2015-10-16 10:50:05

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