UPDATED: Scroll to the bottom of this post to read all comments submitted online so far. Thanks everyone!

As previously written here, and here, Lorne Street in Sudbury’s west end is proposed for reconstruction this year and next year. Unfortunately the design initially proposed by city staff did not include the kind of safe, dedicated cycling infrastructure residents have been asking for on Lorne Street for years.

Add your voice to the campaign to get safe, dedicated bike lanes added to Lorne Street with this electronic petition: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/37JD5CZ

If you have any trouble with the survey, send us an email or leave a comment on this post.

Help change Lorne Street from this:

To something like this:

Why, and how? I’m glad you asked. Here’s an earlier blog post about the great opportunity the reconstruction of Lorne Street is.

And just for fun, here are a couple of videos of what it’s like to ride a bike, and drive a pick-up on Lorne St today:

Petition Comments

Adding bicycle lanes to our major roads will allow folks to get more active safely. Many drivers in this city are not very cycle friendly and but cyclist in danger.

Name withheld

Long overdue to have more safe biking lanes in Sudbury. We are way behind other cities of the size of Sudbury.

Richard Poirier

My neighbourhood grocery store is located on Lorne Street but with Lorne in its current state, I would not consider biking there (from Hyland area) due to concerns with personal safety. Intersections at Regent and Brady are not pedestrian or cyclist friendly, especially with railway crossings at both, and along Lorne Street there are no sidewalks along the east side of the street (even though there are bus stops?) which forces people having to cross at busy intersections in order to find ‘safe’ walking routes. Designing the reconstruction of Lorne with pedestrians and cyclists in mind will create a friendlier, cleaner, progressive and smarter urban neighbourhood.

Name withheld

This would be a great first step in the process of transforming Sudbury into a cycling-friendly city.

Neil Shyminsky

The motorists are very bike friendly in this city, but the infrastructure is not! I cycle down Lorne St. 2-3 times per week to buy my groceries… I never feel as unsafe biking anywhere else in Sudbury.

Madison Acker

Because its 2016.

David Courtemanche

The Delki Dozzi cycling track is in Gatchell…build proper bike lanes so people can get to it without risking their life!

Name withheld

Bike lanes bring transportation resilience in a time of shifting economies and climate change.

Charles Ramcharan

Active transport and progressive transportation strategies are the way of the future with regards to city design. It is time for Sudbury to start thinking more progressively in this regard and developing Lorne St with this in mind would be a huge step forward for us as a city.

Kyle McCall

If you will pardon the pun, let’s start walking the walk. People want to ride but feel unsafe on our roads, so they then ride on sidewalks further discouraging pedestrian use. This has to change – Sudbury has the 2nd highest rate of obesity in Canada. We can make cycling and walking safer!

Timothy Pella

I do not drive. Safe biking is imperative for me. Currently, it is not safe in most areas of Sudbury. Set the bar high with the Lorne Street construction. Let Sudbury be known for more than potholes. Thank you.

Name withheld

A great opportunity for City Council to affirm the positive movement of cycling in our city.

Name withheld

Although I live in the south end , I work on Lorne Street. Everyday from May to October I bike to work. Lorne street is challenging at best and dangerous at worst. For a City with such a high rate of obesity, stretched health care services not to mention mental health issues, ways to promote exercise should be a priority moving forward. There is a small percentage ready to go take advantage of safe cycling routes immediately, but over time we will see more people move that way if they feel they will arrive safely and not have to stop at HSN as a side trip.

Tim Blatt

I bike to work via Lorne St (at Douglas) and it can be pretty scary – some drivers don’t give you very much space!

Name withheld

Safe, dedicated bike lanes are absolutely necessary on every public roadway. Every smart city in the world has dedicated bike lanes. It creates safer transportation for cyclists and inspires more cycling which is a very healthy activity as well. It’s a no-brainer! Thank you for improving the safety, joy and health of all Sudburians! 🙂

Richard Malette

It is impossible to even cycle on the sidewalks!!! cars are so busy dodging potholes and each other that they don’t even look for cyclists. Alternatively, make the Trans-Canada Trail segment that runs parallel to lorne accessible to cyclists (walk/bike lanes, no curbs and more signage).

Hannah Burke

This reconstruction represents the perfect opportunity for Sudbury to show that encouraging active transportation is a priority for our city.

Name withheld

Every new road construction project in the city of Sudbury must include dedicated bike lanes. Bike lanes benefit bikers, pedestrians, and drivers, by reducing the interference between these modes of transport. This improves the safety of all traffic participants, not only the bikers.

Boris Iotzov

It’s the right thing to do.

Anthony Machum

People who ride bikes are road users and deserve properly designed cycling infrastructure to promote participation and ensure safety. It’s time to #TryHarder #Sudbury.

Jamie Lamothe

I have seen many people that have to cycle in the middle of Lorne street in order to turn onto Martindale, Regent and Kelly lake road. While legal and required it is also extremely dangerous. I would cycle to work much more often if bike lanes were available. I do not feel safe cycling on May roads in Sudbury.

Dr. Morag Maskery

Because it’s 2016!

Claude Belcourt

Simple safety. I don’t feel safe at all riding on the street on Lorne with my bike, nore do I feel safe on the sidewalks. There’s no where to go.

Name withheld

Although I don’t live on Lorne Street specifically, I do live right in the downtown core and drive down the entirety of Lorne at least 3-5 times per week.

I would love if there was an opportunity for this to become a pilot project that can then be modeled on other streets across the city. This is particularly the case considering council’s comments about looking to make Lasalle a more pedestrian friendly street, now that Maley is finally in the works.

I feel that with the current street infrastructures, bicycling on the side of the road is completely unsafe in Sudbury. One of the main reasons I don’t use bicycling as a mode of transportation to-and-from work (which I would love to do) is because I fear becoming another statistic on the pedestrian casualty list.

I really do implore council to look at this decision – I think we have a unique opportunity here to invest in Sudbury’s longterm infrastructure and really put us on the map – particularly when you consider tourism initiatives in other cities, such as bicycle rentals. By promoting a pedestrian friendly city, you are then promoting a tourism-friendly city. By increasing the value of Sudbury’s tourism industry, this creates a significant return on investment to the community as a whole.

If we are operating with the logic that less cars on the road means less costs for annual road repairs / maintenance (RE: Council arguments for Maley Drive) then I really think that not investing in bike lanes while we have this great opportunity is a completely illogical decision.

Chad Fryett

There should be bike lanes all over the city. We are responsible for the care of the earth, and part of that is creating a sustainable living environment. Biking is is, all round, a healthier, better transportation alternative and must be actively encouraged.

Name withheld

Reducing congestion, emissions, accidents, and obesity sound like a good idea to anybody else?

Name withheld

Sudbury simply is not a safe city to bike.

Jean-Marc Pelletier

I’d much rather have safe bike lanes all over the city then Maley Drive extended. I’m currently afraid of biking on the streets of Sudbury, too many of my friends have been hit by cars here, walking and biking.

Heather Kelly Dahlstrom

It’s the 21st century and fossil fuels are killing our planet. Let’s support the good people who are trying to make a difference with alternative modes of transportation. Our city’s lack of safe bike lanes is embarrassing.

Name withheld

I bike along Lorne St. (between Hazel and Kelly Lake) up to 4 times a day to get to and from work. Even though I take precautions (wear reflective clothing, use arm signals, etc.), I would feel so much safer with designated bike lanes. Thank you so much for your consideration.

Name withheld

Sudbury needs to take every opportunity to incentivize cycling as a safe and viable mode of transportation. I can’t think of any drawbacks (beyond cost) but the benefits of a truly mobile city are endless; it would promote physical activity, improve the mental, emotional and social well-being of those in our community, destigmatize cycling in our city, encourage those who haven’t tried it before to hop on a bike, and decrease traffic congestion…to name a few.

Jessica McShane

I travel Lorne St. every day in my car to go to work, and often drive or walk along Lorne St. to shop at several businesses all along its length. I do not have the courage to commute or run my errands on Lorne via bicycle. Bicycle lanes would go a long way to ensure my safety along this road and to enable me to ditch the car and experience more freedom on my bicycle within the city.

Michele Bobyn

I used to cycle when I was younger so I know how it feels like to be cycling along side of cars. There should be bike lanes wherever possible. The reconstruction of Lorne Street is the perfect opportunity to implement this bike lane.

Stephane Clairmont

This kind of bike-friendly, people-friendly, infrastructure is exactly what Sudbury needs.

Thomas Merritt

I want to ride my bike in the city but as it is, this is scary and difficult. Distracted drivers are zooming by with their cell phones in their big trucks or SUVs and my only protections are a helmet and reflexes.

Name withheld

The lanes on Howey/Bancroft are terrific. We need to create connections to this infrastructure to expand the safe bike routes. We should be looking at improving bike infrastructure each times we do a roads project.

Peter Wideman

I would like the choice to ride my bike around the City. RIght now in many places, it is not safe. I have had many close encounters with impatient drivers. I would like more young people getting this exercise as well.

Karen Rebeiro Gruhl

Cycling is the best alternate means of transportation for 3/4 of the year. It should be encouraged and supported with infrastructure and services.

Pierre Bonhomme

I am a resident of the West End of Sudbury and cycle regularly with my family. It is very difficult to get where we need to go because of safety concerns on Sudbury’s main roads. Lorne street would be our main route to get to the MacKenzie Library, downtown, the grocery store, Tarini’s, Scotia Bank and a number of other destinations in our area. Not having safe cycling routes means that we have to take more complicated and challenging routes that are out of the way. This greatly discourages our biking and is a great loss to the active lifestyle we have enjoyed in other cities.

As a driver, I know first hand how dangerous it can be when the vehicle in front of me swerves to narrowly miss the cyclist I couldn’t see ahead.

It’s time to create a city that encourages a more active lifestyle in as many ways as possible. The Lorne Street reconstruction is a perfect opportunity to take this city to the next level in living well, not just mediocre bare minimum existing. Let’s get this right and move forward in a significant way.

Darlene Tindall

Time to give a reasonable and safe option for those who want to reduce car use!

Name withheld

Please make the streets safe for anyone to ride, from 8 yrs old to 80 yrs old!

Name withheld

We need this for the safety of everyone

Jody leveille

As the construction has yet to take place, now is the time to include positive, progressive, useful, healthy, and SAFE features to the new stretch of road.

This is part of the TransCanada Highway. Let’s show our fellow Sudburians and the rest of Canada travelling this road that the city really does care about the well-being of its residents.

Name withheld

As a dedicated cyclist and frequent shopper to local businesses along Lorne ( Dumas, Giacomos, Torinis, Evans) bike lanes would be great instead of having to take the car.

Geoff Clausen

I want to see dedicated bike lanes on Lorne street because it will help breathe new life into the neighborhoods there. It will also make commuting to and from copper cliff much easier. I also want to see if this council is serious about cycling infrastructure or just giving us more lame lip service as has happened in the past.

Kevin Morgan

My daughter and her family live in Sudbury. Safe streets for bikes should be considered for safety and for a greener environment in general. Thanks for your consideration on safety first and saving the environment. Thank you.

Diane McKee

Currently, the roads are fast-moving and congested. Adding bicycles – without bike paths – to the traffic increases risk of injury.

Bike lanes would allow safer opportunities for pedestrians, motorists and cyclists to travel to and from the Gatchell area. As well, it would have the potential to link towards Copper Cliff through the Trans-Canada Trail System.

Adding the bike paths would make bike transportation safer and more viable to our citizens. It would also demonstrate City Council’s commitment to a healthier, less-sedentary city.

Jamie West

The city has said it wants to become the most “pedestrian” friendly city in the North. This should be broadened to include a complete re-envisioning of quality of life factors within this city and to give up on the car-centric policies.

Darren Kleven

As an avid cyclist in Sudbury I would like to see more bike routes built that will connect the community. I cycle from minnow lake to the smelter in copper cliff and wouldn’t far take Lorne street in its current state. Would love a bike path on this street.

Curtis Morin

I work on Lorne street and would love to feel safe enough to bike to work.

Danielle Valcheff

All new construction (i.e Maley Drive) and upgrades (i.e Lorre St) should always automatically include bike lanes and greenery. This is common sense, we should not have to ask.

Pat Cunningham

makes things safer and room for snow in winter

Name withheld

Safe bike lanes need to be incorporated in all roadways in Sudbury. Lets make a difference now especially when the roadways are being fully reconstructed as is the situation on Lorne Street.

Chris Bamber

Dedicated cycling lanes would create a safer traveling environment for both motorists and cyclists. As one of the larger cities in Northern Ontario we should focus on making all methods of transportation viable and safe. We have both the space and the resources to do so.

Leland Predon

All infrastructure repairs must be done with safe bicycle Lane included in the planning phase

Phil Croteau

Lorne is a busy street with lots of traffic even during non rush hours of the day. It would be safer and more efficient to include bicycle lanes in the reconstruction. I personally use these streets to travel by bicycle.

Destiny Roy

If we want Sudbury to be an attractive progressive northern city, then bike and walking lanes for every major street is a must!

If we want to be the Northern City that promotes healthy living by having safe biking and walking routes then why not include them into all new road reconstruction.

Do we want to attract new industries, businesses and the young educated professionals to move here? Then we must create a healthy outdoor infrastructure so lifestyles are enriched.

Where but in beautiful Northern Ontario should we be creating a healthy outdoor experience in our city were we all can enjoy walking, biking and driving safely.

Jennifer Barr

Drivers don’t respect cycling, so safety issue

Name withheld

Let’s do it so more people will feel safer on Lorne.

Lilly Noble

I’m fortunate that I can safely bike to work year round, and I wouldn’t be able to do that if Lorne was my only option. If I had to buy a car and drive every day I would quickly move out of Sudbury to a place where the municipality supported the lifestyle I have chosen for myself.

Name withheld

I will NEVER bike on the road as long as I have to share the lane with vehicles. I am more a danger to myself and motorists if I do not feel safe on the road. There is a really nice wide lane in Minnow lake that makes people feel safe. We need this on all roads in Sudbury if you are going to make it illegal to drive bikes on sidewalks. And I most certainly will NEVER allow my children to ride their bikes on the road either without proper safety measures put in place by the city. You CANNOT demand that we place ourselves and our families in danger just because you decide to declare our safety illegal. YOU have a responsibility for all the infrastructure and responsibilities that come with making by-laws. Only then will we the citizens become responsible for following said by-laws. It should NEVER be illegal to be safe.

Denise Wright

Cycling Lanes and paths, along functional, yet beautiful streets and avenues and Boulevards, not only allow for Citizens to travel safer and stress free in non-motorized fashion….they also allow old dismal unappealing boroughs to get a very large chance at total rejuvenation from the main artery out to the fringe…..enticing current home owners to upgrade, which entices new home owners to move into such boroughs, to flip properties to the extant that property values could be raised, and therefore taxes, and therefore the funds to build such environments that true modern world class cities have, that the kinds of Citizenry such Cities are seeking out. Which in turn has clear potential to grow populations of such towns, which in turn grows, the taxbase, and the annual tax revenue potential of the town….and therefore, the wages at City Hall. It is honestly a very logical, clear and obvious snowball of benefit for all…..that seems to either be lacking in the data pool, cause they are lacking, or lacking on purpose for some other unspoken agenda that is being worked toward that Discourages city growth and livability on purpose, cause its not supposed to be a permanent settlement or attractive city, perhaps, city depts do not like a attractive peaceful happy environment….and if something along those lines is the truth, please state it, so that people may give up and move away, to Halifax, a city very much like what Sudbury ought to be by now, after 115 years of mining high grade ores. Thank you.

Marc A-Y Pleau

It is long overdue that the City of Greater Sudbury start acting on providing more bike lanes throughout the city, that they get cleaned immediately after the risk of a late season snowfall in order to move into the 21st century. Given the poor driving habits of many Sudburians, providing safe cycling lanes that support better environmental practices will be a great first step.

Name withheld

For the health of Sudbury residents, it is essential that we make this city a safer place for people to walk, bike and engage in physical activity. Fewer pick-up trucks and more bicycles please!

Nancy Villano

The city is built for motorized vehicles, when it should in fact be built for walking and cycling. Then we may change the fact that Sudbury has some of the highest rates of obesity.

Kya-Lynn Aitkenhead

I ride my bike every single day. I refuse to ride on the sidewalk as its against the law. I’ve been yelled and and harassed for riding my bike on the road (legally). Help keep my and other cyclist safe.

Name withheld

Sudbury has horrible health, it would be nice to see something added for those who wish to live a healthy lifestyle and go green, less cars, less emissions !

Name withheld

I would like to see safer cycling on Lorne street to encourage families to be active together, connect children to nearby schools, promote active transport to one of the city’s tourist attraction (Dynamic Earth) and promote business development that caters to the families and individuals that use this corridor.

IMAGINE- travelling by bike from Science North to Dynamic Earth. There is no transit to either site. Car only. Cycling infrastructure can help to re-develop Sudbury’s tourist industry.

Michelle Laurence

I am an avid mountain biker and I still don’t feel safe on Sudbury roads. I can’t imagine how one would feel if they were not as comfortable on a bike. Safe roads is a huge barrier. PLEASE make bike lanes separate from car lanes so this community can become greener, healthier and a nicer place to live!

Kyle Tarlton

Safe bicycling infrastructure is integral to developing a healthy city. It’s one of the ways we can reduce future hospital overcrowding.

Name withheld

It is 2016.

Mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions to reduce the impacts of climate change must become part of all infrastructure design.

In fact, Andy Fillmore, Member of Parliament for Halifax, Nova Scotia, has introduced a private motion requiring GHG mitigation be part of the assessment for infrastructure projects (M-45, May 4, 2016):

” (a) before making decisions on infrastructure funding proposals, where federal funding exceeds $500 000, an analysis of their impact on greenhouse gas emissions is considered; and (b) where appropriate, funding priority be given to proposals which help to mitigate the impacts of climate change.”

http://www.parl.gc.ca/Parliamentarians/en/publicationsearch?per=88325&pubType=37

Cathy

I’m too scared to bike in this city. I miss other cities I’ve lived in for this very reason. We need to be more progressive when it comes to infrastructure.

Natalie Trudeau

It is another opportunity for Sudbury to look at the bigger picture and not just vehicle flow. If we want to be considered a progressive and healthy community, we need to continue to develop our alternative methods of travel.

Robert Miller

Bike lanes would promote and increase safe, healty, active living for our community. Sudbury is behind in various ways when comparing with other major citys. Small steps can be made in order to polish this city into something the locals can be proud of.

Martin Guimond

I live in Riverside Dr. and would like to be able to bike to the independent, and other places down Lorne safely. The reason I currently do not own a bike is because I am very uncomfortable driving a bike on the road. It is ridiculous that bikers have been forced to drive on roads that do not have proper bike lanes

Miranda MacLeod

Because it’s 2016 and we should be putting our money where our mouths are when we claim to be a safe and sustainable city.

Name withheld

It’s 2016 [mike drop]

Casey LaLonde

I believe encouraging safe cycling will have a positive effect on our health, our sense of community as well as reduce our dependence on cars which in turn will free up roadways and save money spent on road infrastructure by reducing heavy vehicle traffic.

Name withheld

Safety is my first priority for myself and others, especially kids. Let’s do it right. Coucil has designated dollars in the budget for cycling infrastructure so let’s use it. Staff, please stop finding problems and look for solutions. It is doable!

Judy Courtemanche

I want my kids to one day be able to bike safely and freely throughout the City of Greater Sudbury. Please make our city accessible. Thanks!

Name withheld

I live and work on Lorne St. I am an active person and ride my bike daily from April to November. This is an important for my quality of life, health and fitness.

Colleen Zillio

I’ve never felt more claustrophobic biking anywhere in the city especially directly after the Sudbury inn where there is a complete lack of sidewalk

I live in copper cliff & it’s very discouraging to want to bike anywhere with that nerve racking section at the end of Lorne.

Name withheld

because its 2016!

Beth Mairs

It’s a main artery in and out of town and is absolutely treacherous for cyclists considering both the dangerous road condition and the narrow width of the existing car lanes.

Pandora Topp

Bike lanes are the only way to make roads safer for cyclists and encourage more people to turn to this infinitely healthier form of transportation. Not only will this improve the health of residents and divert some C02 from the environment, but it will also help attract new residents to Sudbury.

Lara Bradley

A physically active population is a healthy population; a safe active environment encourages physical activity. Dedicated bike lanes are an essential part of healthy attractive infrastructure.

Bob Rogers

The bike lines will solve many problems on the road!

Name withheld

Healthy choices for personal and for the environment

Name withheld

This would certainly improve alternative movement in our city. Non-dedicated bike lanes can be unsafe and should not be considered a solution on main arteries.

Another obvious issue is the Kingsway—which should be connected to the Bancroft bike path. Where are cyclists supposed to go when they reach Bancroft and Kingsway? IT JUST ENDS!

Sean Grant

We need a bike friendly Sudbury

Paul LaPlante

Being able to access the downtown core safely from Azilda is difficult and downright dangerous. This is an opportunity for the city to be progressive and to become a greener, safer community.

Name withheld

It continues to baffle me why a city that tries so hard to promote itself as progressive, natural and friendly continues to willfully lag behind other similarly sized communities on an issue of public health and environmental sustainability. Truly shameful.

Ron Beltrame

Creating a cycle friendly City is important. Initiatives such as this might bring back neighbourhood living with less dependence on fossil fuels. And, cycling is a cost effective, active living, plan.

Catherine Walton

Cyclists are citizens too, and deserve to be treated with the same respect as drivers.

Kim Roy

Across North America there is a steady increase in cycling for enjoyment and for day-to-day transportation. This is good news! Fewer fossil fuels cars and more experiments makes for healthier environments and citizens. The proximity of cycling routes has also been shown to have a positive impact on business in proximity to the paths. Creating dedicated bike routes on the busiest streets of Sudbury would encourage this win-win Form of transport. Let Sudbury join tais progressive movement!

Sharon Roy

We can’t put this off any longer. It’s now or never. It has to be NOW.

Steve May

If it is important to us, we will find a way…. If it is not, we will find an excuse…..I urge Council to find a way….we have had years of excuses

Ursula Sauve

Why would we not have bike lanes to be more environmentally friendly when there is so much that is done in Sudbury to harm the environment.

Name withheld

It is a major route to and from downtown for the communities along Lorne as well as Copper Cliff (via the trail), it should not be for cars only, cyclists want to use that route too.

Julian Rickards

I drive a car regularly on Lorne St. and would like dedicated bike lanes, to reduce the possibility of and the worry about hitting someone on a bike.

Stephen Heiti

Whatever amount of effort it takes to reconfigure the plan is worth it. Pretending cyclists don’t exist is dangerous.

Name withheld

Cyclists safety has be a priority for a healthy city

Name withheld

Common sense – supports “complete streets” objective and council objectives.

John Lindsay

I want to see safe bike lanes on Lorne Street in hopes that other areas will also become safer to commute. This will help our city’s population become more active, healthy and better able to recruit young professionals to the city.

Name withheld

Do it right the first time. Safer for the cyclists, less headache for the motorists. If you ever want Sudbury to be less obsessed with the automobile, you need to meet cyclists halfway.

Taylor Clark

Cyclists should be able to feel safe commuting in Sudbury. Currently, the infrastructure is not present in connected cycling networks across town.

Name withheld

Lorne St is the most direct route for me to access businesses like Tarini’s and the yarn store. Having a safe cycling route on Lorne would allow me to bike to those destinations on a regular basis from my home in the West End. The road design proposed by the city does not appear to adequately address the safety of cyclists that use Lorne St.

Misty Alexander

Also: more safe crossings for pedestrians.

Name withheld

Innovate or die. (as a city)

Sebastien Perth

It is time to start building safe cycling infrastructure on major Sudbury transportation routes.

Richard Witham

Safety for myself and my kids when we are cycling around the city

David Tindall

To become a vibrant, healthy city, we need good quality infrastructure built with the future generations in mind. Safe cycling lanes are an integral part of every successful city and should be part of our transportation options.

Andrée-Michelle D’Aoust-Messier

As Executive Director of Vision Zero Canada I consider safe active mobility to be a fundamental human right for people of all ages. I therefore advocate for the construction of protected bike lanes in all new construction. Like any other city, Sudbury should start building a minimum grid of safe transit for all modes including motor vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and wheelchairs.

Complete Streets integrating ample sidewalks and protected bike lanes are economical to install during new construction. They decrease traffic congestion, since every bike means one less car. They improve public health, since activity is good, air pollution is bad, and vulnerable people getting hit by motor vehicles is life-destroying. Finally, streets permitting safe active transit are proven by study after study to be good for business.

It is not enough to paint lines on the road. Cyclists must be protected from motor traffic by features like raised curbs and door-width buffer zones. I urge Sudbury to adopt a policy of building Complete Streets for all new construction, since safe streets for all modes make for strong, healthy and equitable communities.

Graham Larkin

It’s incredibly scary trying to drive down that road. Yet, if I drive on the sidewalk I risk getting a fine. The gusts of wind from bigger vehicles are almost enough to topple you.

Jeffrey Sutherland-legault

Sudbury needs to be more progressive when it comes to rebuilding things like this…

Jason Elson

I wish to ride safely through Sudbury

Name withheld

t will help educate safe driving around cyclist. Will help against the cities bad reputation about not being great without a car.

Name withheld

It’s hard to stay off sidewalks when I don’t feel safe sharing the road with cars.

Name withheld

We need to support healthy living while maintaining safety, civic pride and beautification in the city. This is a no-brainer.

Shawn McLaren

I want to live in a city in which my friends and family can safely ride their bikes wherever and whenever they choose. I want to live in a city that sets an example for good design. I want to live in a city that sets the standards, not one that tries to keep up with them. I want to live in a forward-thinking, bicycle-friendly Sudbury. This is why I want to see safe, dedicated bike lanes included in the reconstruction of all major streets, including Lorne. The current proposal for Lorne Street accomplishes none of these demands and it absolutely should.

Kate Bowman

Safety should be the number one priority of people. It is unfortunate that for the time being, I’d rather risk a ticket or warning for biking (safely) on the sidewalk than on the “designated” area on the road.

Kelly B.

There is an existing bike lane along the highway from Copper Cliff to the start of Lorne St. Having a bike lane on Lorne would be a great addition, because right now with no curbs, most people wouldn’t be comfortable biking on the road on Lorne. This would connect Copper Cliff to the center of the city for bikers, which would be a fantastic movement for encouraging people to find alternative methods for transportation.

Name withheld