Every year, hundreds of bicycles are stolen from London, Ontario citizens causing financial hardship for those who depend on riding as their primary mode of transportation. Fear of bike theft also causes many riders to choose vehicle use over a more sustainable and healthier method of transportation. This puts pressure on the city road infrastructure causing more cost to the taxpayer. The cost of bike lockers is far less expensive than the repair of our road systems.

We the undersigned, ask that the City of London designate one full vehicle parking space on each of its 15 municipal parking facilities (including City Hall) for bike lockers. These units need to be accessible in all seasons and affordable for users. This project should be carried out as quickly as possible with a deadline of Fall 2020 for full implementation.

Please respond in 45 days to Shelley Carr, Lead on this petition.