Cycling Must be a Key Part of B.C. Transportation Plan
In the Throne Speech
on February 12, the Province of B.C. announced that over the coming
year, it will “develop a new 10 year transportation plan that will
identify the areas of greatest need for investment”. The BCCC will be
encouraging the government to make cycling an integral part of the plan.
Specifically, we recommend the Province implement a comprehensive Cycling Strategy
that enables residents and visitors of all ages and abilities to safely
and conveniently cycle throughout the province for transportation,
recreation, and vacation. This strategy includes accelerated investment
in cycling infrastructure; improved cycling and driving education;
improved standards & more funding for maintenance and hazard removal; amendments to the Motor Vehicle Act; a comprehensive cycling tourism strategy; vehicle speed reduction; and improved integration with transit and ferries. To get involved and support this vision, you can: |
No comments:
Post a Comment