2024.IE10.3

Background

“In Toronto’s weather, because of…frequent fluctuations above and below zero, no bike lane is “safe and passable” unless it is cleared to bare pavement. Layers of snow/slush that are passable for cars quickly become icy and unsafe for bicycles. Last year, protected bike lanes (cycle tracks) were generally properly cleared after the first few weeks of confusion. However, on-road bike lanes were often left hazardous with frequent patches and barriers of ice, especially in the most dangerous locations such as curves and hills…[In addition], improved winter bike lane maintenance is necessary for Vision Zero and to support Toronto’s climate commitments.”

Source: City of Toronto

Item Description

“City Council direct the General Manager, Transportation Services to take all reasonable steps to make designated bike lanes safe and passable for bicycles during the winter season.”

Source: City of Toronto

Proposed by

Councillor Dianne Saxe