BikeBurlington 2014 Municipal Candidate QuestionnaireSurvey

Bike Burlington 2014 Municipal Election Candidate Survey
MAYORAL CANDIDATES
GOLDRING, Rick:
1) What is the biggest priority
for enabling active
transportation in the city?
We need to create a more extensive cycling network in the city including where
appropriate, segregated bike lanes.
2) Do you think the city
should spend more / less /
same as it is currently to build
out the city's cycling
network?
Without looking at past budgets, I suggest we ideally would need to spend more but this
needs to be considered in the context of all other priorities during future budget
discussion.
3) What else do you think the
city should be doing to
increase the number of trips
taken by Burlington residents
via walking or cycling?
We have a great opportunity to convert more of the city into liveable, walkable
Neighbourhoods with amenities in close proximity to major transit around our Go
Stations. All this with good design will contribute to more walking and cycling.
4) As Mayor, how will you
help to bridge the divide
between cyclists/ non-cyclists
that is evident from
newspaper and online
commentary?
Being a cyclist helps you to become a more courteous motorist and vice versa.

Everyone on the road or pathways (pedestrian, cyclist or motorist) has to realize it is not
all about them.

I would like some input from both cyclists and motorists in providing an answer to this
question.
MARSDEN, Anne: No response received
RUSIN, Peter:
for enabling active
transportation in the city?
In my view there are a few, in no particular order. First, Burlington needs to do a better
job planning growth so that people are better able to get out of their cars and walk/bike
to nearby services and amenities. So many of us in this city cannot even take a Saturday
morning walk to our local coffee shop because of how this city is laid out. We must do a
better job. Second, we need better targeted and effective transit. Third, we must develop
better bike lanes than the sad example of the lanes painted along Lakeshore Road with no
change to road width. This is symbolic at best, dangerous at worst. Fourth, we need to
help the public better understand how vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians can safely and
happily co-exist in our city.
network?
Without having access to the city's current and planned spending, it is difficult for me to
answer this question. I will say that I believe this is a priority. Firstly, the existing network
should be made to function more safely before any expansions.
Essentially the city needs to provide the necessary infrastructure and climate and then
promote that.
4) As Mayor, how will you
help to bridge the divide
between cyclists/ non-cyclists
that is evident from
commentary?
Education and, frankly, enforcement. I would really like to see a situation where the City
works with Halton Regional Police to enhance and expand both driver and cyclist
education. As often as I have seen drivers taking dangerous chances near cyclists, I have
seen cyclists behaving in ways that not only endanger themselves, but also drivers and
pedestrians. We can do a better job here.

WARD 1 CANDIDATES
ALLEN, Patrick:
for enabling active
transportation in your ward?
To me it is clear that transportation is currently an issue in our ward and in the city, let
alone the entire country. City Council has to do a better job promoting cycling and not
just painting a cycle on the roadway. I have had the opportunity to live in The Netherlands
for 4 years and see first hand just how important cycling can be and what needs to go into
a cycling program in order for it to work well for everyone. In The Netherlands, for
example, bicycles are given their own lane, protected by a curb, on most city streets.
These lanes also have their own traffic signals in some high traffic areas. The system helps
improve cycling safety and also sends a signal to motorists that cyclists have a right to
share the road. While we have some differences between our two countries, there is no
reason that we cannot be creative in finding viable solutions.
network?
Good question. I believe that the city has to adopt a Total Quality Management (TQM)
style in order to interconnect systems and strategies so that they aren't just band aid
solutions. What I mean to say is that building out cycling has to go hand in hand with
other initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions, reducing traffic jams, increasing
transit ridership, lowering transit rates, developing incentive programs for households to
reduce the number of vehicles, establishing strict hauling routes to prevent the
deterioration of our roads...etc., etc. Anyone can make promises, anyone can mimic what
other cities are doing but it takes courage to be creative and to seek out new ways to do
business.
Fitness is a great goal for most people but always hard to achieve. Helping to improve
fitness levels also helps to improve the quality of life in the community. I came across a
wonderful park in a city where there were fitness stations and activities associated with
those stations. the rout was actually a fitness program that was sponsored by the city and
maintained by a group with an interest in community participation. I believe that the city
has to openly and actively entice residents to partake in outdoor activities including
cycling.
4) As a Council member, how
will you help to bridge the
divide between cyclists/ non-
cyclists that is evident from
commentary?
Tough question; tough in that an answer one way will upset one of the two groups
mentioned here. Creative solutions are needed and I am certainly open to looking at, and
participating in, groups that help find creative solutions that can work for everyone. If we
adopt a TQM stance then the solutions will be apparent as we move forward and as we
become inter-connected and interdependent in our community relationships. I would
help to foster this idea and to promote it.
BOELHOUWER, Jason:
for enabling active
The biggest transportation issue is the quality of the roads. Finally we are getting some
traction on the infrastructure improvements, but City Council has allowed it to get too far
behind for an easy solution. For example I have knocked on peoples doors and they say
they dont like driving their cars in the right lane because the lane is a mess (holes, rough
pavement, sunken sewers etc) therefore they drive in the left lane whenever possible
imagine the same road with a painted on bike lane
network?
Again I think the answer to this question goes back to question #1, we need to get our
infrastructure caught up as the Cities first priority. Within that development/build all
modes of traffic can be integrated as appropriate.

WARD 1 CANDIDATES (contd)
BOELHOUWER, Jason (contd):
Promoting respect and rules. One of the problems I see as I am out in the mornings
campaigning is a lack of respect from motorists (not consciously Im sure) not paying
attention to where cyclists are, not adequately sharing the road etc. I also see cyclists
ignoring red lights and stop signs while not respecting pedestrian traffic. Both groups
tend to be the commuters that I am seeing, driving or cycling to and from work. If the
City can foster a better sense of respect from one group to the other and vise versa, then
I think well see more people involved in multi-modal transportation.
commentary?
First off, newspapers and the on-line community tend to take on sensational
issues/comments only. They dont often carry articles or commentary about the good
things that cyclists and drivers are doing it doesnt grab attention, so therefore the bad
gets reported on or commented on primarily. As a council member I would like to see
us building respect for one another, helping foster an environment where both sides can
better understand frustration and where everyone can actively work towards shared and
interdependent solutions. I drive most places but I also have a bicycle that I use for some
recreation, and Im sure many of the people who identify themselves as cyclists also drive.
CRAVEN, Rick:
for enabling active
Fixing Plains Road. Council has passed the Functional Design which includes wider and
better sidewalks and bike lanes. Now its about budget and implementation.
network?
more
We need to build more compact communities. Destinations like stores and churches need
to be closer to higher density population so that people can walk or bike ride to these
locations. This is what we are attempting to do along Plains Road.
commentary?
We need to spend much more time and money on community education.
HENSHELL, Katherine:
for enabling active
I have been a strong supporter of more bike lanes and bike paths on roads where cyclists
and families can ride. Currently there is a proposal to widen Plains Road to include bike
lanes. I believe that this is a waste of taxpayers money to widen a road where bike lanes
are clearly unsafe. It is the busiest road in all of Aldershot and Burlingtons plan is to add
more bike traffic. All you need is one texter or cell phone user driving a car to swerve and
now we have a fatality. Plains Road is not a safe place for cyclists and/or children to ride
bikes.
network?
The city should spend more to build out bike lanes/paths. People are seeking alternative
routes to work and Burlington needs to promote this trend to keep its citizens active and
healthy.

HENSHELL, Katherine (contd):
Currently, Aldershot does not have any options to walk or cycle anywhere within a
reasonable distance. Aldershot has no grocery stores, no department stores and no LCBO
or Beer stores. It is underrepresented/underserviced for restaurants and banks.
Aldershot needs to be developed in order to increase walking and bike traffic.
commentary?
In certain cases, Burlington needs to adopt European urban planning strategies which
separate bike lanes from car lanes with medians and traffic signals. Cyclists then have
dedicated lanes for themselves without the fear of drivers swerving into them. Families
can also ride in the lanes without fear of being hit by cars and can encourage youth with
green miles to stay active.
Bike paths need to be created in useable green spaces or under hydro lines so that cyclists
can keep momentum for longer periods of time without traffic lights to stop them.
Bikes are not cars and we need to stop trying to adjust bike riding to a car riding
transportation model.
MILNE, Garry: No response received
STEISS, Margaret Anne:
for enabling active
First of all let me say that I am a cyclist and have been my whole life. It is my main form of
transportation. While I don't have the fear of riding on busy streets that many have I can
see why people would be afraid. I believe education is the biggest priority, both for Ward I
and the city.
network?
Much has been made of bike lanes and I certainly like them but they can be costly. They
also will not fix all the problems. They will not stop a driver from cutting off a cyclist so
they can get into a driveway or parking lot a few seconds earlier. They will not stop
drivers from shouting out at cyclists or honking their horns for no reason, starling us or
from throwing things out the window at us, all of which have happened to me.

commentary?
Drivers need to realize that cyclists are taxpayers too and that we have a right to use the
roadways our taxes pay for. Cyclist too must do their part by obeying the rules of the
road. A little common respect (and maybe a few fines) would go a long way to alleviating
the problems.
WARD 2 CANDIDATES
ARNOTT, Kelly
for enabling active
The biggest priority for enabling active transportation in my ward is, without a doubt, to
improve safety for both cyclists and pedestrians.
The only way we will ever encourage more people to walk or bike as a realistic alternative
to driving their car is by making is safe. Right now, cycling on the road is extremely
dangerous in many parts of Burlington.
network?
No one likes to hear we need to spend more, but if we are serious about building out the
city's cycling network, we will need to spend more money to do it properly.

ARNOTT, Kelly (contd)
Improve communication with residents through social media, emails, and other city
marketing/communication about Burlington's cycling routes, and the newest cycling
infrastructure improvements. Providing more bike racks around the city and encouraging
businesses to provide secure bike parking for customers. Continue to improve and invest
in cycling infrastructure. Continue to build more compact, complete streets which help to
make walking and cycling the logical ways to get around town.

Connect with local schools/trustees to encourage students to cycle to school and to
address pedestrian/cycling safety issues concerning children. Lead by example:
Councillors and other visible city staff should try to cycle and walk as much as possible
and show leadership by pressing for improvements to cycling/pedestrian safety and
infrastructure improvements. Encourage cycling and walking to special events like the
Sound of Music Festival and make it as easy as possible to do so (provide bike
racks/parking, etc)
commentary?
It will require on ongoing commitment to communicate and consult with all residents
about the benefits of cycling and investing in cycling safety and infrastructure to our
entire community. I'll work with other members of council to promote cycling as a cost-
effective, environmentally friendly, safe mode of transportation for almost ALL residents.
I think having public presentations where various speakers talk about smart growth and
the role cycling plays in that can also be extremely useful.
MEED WARD, Marianne:
for enabling active
Ward 2 is the smallest ward geographically, and includes our downtown, with more
people living in less space, closer to shops, community centres, work, schools and home.
As such, walking, transit, and cycling are higher in this ward than anywhere else in the city
because people are closer to daily needs.

That said, there are still improvements that can be made, in linking active transportation,
reducing the preeminence of the car, bringing shops, jobs and homes closer together, and
connecting downtown and nearby neighbourhoods to the rest of the city. For more about
my commitments on cycling, see my cycling video here:
http://votemarianne.ca/burlington-election-2014-cycling/

More ideas regarding cycling are below:

1. Pedestrian Priority: residents have asked for more crossing time at lights on major
roads (Maple/Lakeshore/Brant); pedestrian islands at road intersections (eg. Pearl/John);
and pedestrian priority measures throughout the downtown core, for example, instead of
signs advising pedestrians to wait for the gap on Brant, what about signs that advise
drivers stop for pedestrian crossing. The first sign gives priority to cars; the second to
pedestrians. We need to work with the province, which governs content of road signs, to
provide municipalities the flexibility we need to signal that some areas are pedestrian
priority streets. Our Downtown Task Group came up with 33 recommendations to
improve the downtown, and a pedestrian priority pilot program was one of them. Im
committed to moving this forward, and making investments necessary to see it through.

MEED WARD, Marianne (contd):
for enabling active
transportation in your ward
(contd)?
2. Linkages with the bike path: the Centennial Bikeway is an excellent, safe,
east/west route for cyclists and walkers, bringing people through neighbourhoods in
Wards 5, 4, and 2 into the downtown. However, the path stops at Martha, before
reaching the core, and cyclists and pedestrians have to navigate parking lots. This
transportation corridor has been identified for a potential cycling/pedestrian path as
these parking lots come up for renewal or redevelopment. Im committed to investing in
improvements to make a continuous pathway link.

3. Linkages with the rest of the city: City staff have been working on a trails strategy,
and have inventoried all the paths in the city, including many along hydro corridors. Many
of these, including the north-south hydro corridor from Ontario to Stephenson, are not
paved or maintained. There is an opportunity to use some of the money already
earmarked for cycling (which is typically not fully spent each year) to invest in cycling
corridors along these paths throughout the city, and improve cycling/walking
connectivity.

4. Transit: Ward 2 has two mobility hubs which are intended to foster a range of
active transportation options: downtown Burlington, and the Burlington GO station. For
residents going to key destinations across the city (GO, Malls) transit is easy; but for some
trips, including getting to school, connections are a challenge. Its easier to get to Toronto
than across town. I support adding 13000 hours in transit service, and three community
buses that would serve the seniors centre and other key destinations, proposed by staff
for the 2015 budget. But we need to do more to make transit effective throughout the
city. For more, see my responses to the Transit questionnaire here:
http://bfastransit.ca/?p=343

5. Shop Local promotion: As the council representative on the board of the
Burlington Downtown Business Association, weve worked hard to make the downtown a
destination for shopping, recreation and work, especially for local residents who are close
enough to walk or cycle. The BDBA won a $10,000 award for its Shop the Hood campaign
in 2013 encouraing residents to shop locally, closer to home, rather than drive to bigger
stores further afield. The BDBA and the Burlington Economic Development Corporation
are working on a retail recruitment strategy to ensure the right mix of stores downtown,
so residents can meet most of their shopping needs within walking/cycling distance.

6. Office Attraction: One of the best ways to encourage active transportation is to
bring activities closer together, especially bringing work closer to home. Currently 55% of
our residents travel on average 45km one way outside the city to work. This is too far to
walk, for many too far to cycle, and transit connections may not be feasible. One of my
goals for the next term is attracting office uses to the downtown on one of our city
parking lots repurposing space meant for cars into jobs.

7. Improved Communications: Burlington and Halton is blessed with an extensive
cycling/hiking/trails network, captured in maps available online. But do residents know
about the maps, and the trails? If residents are made aware of existing active
transportation options, more will use them. Maps are available here:
http://cms.burlington.ca/Page418.aspx#.VEV72CLF_eQ

1) What is the biggest
priority for enabling active
transportation in your ward
(contd)?
8. Enhancing existing cycling infrastructure: There are multi-use paths for cycling
along several East-West roads, including Lakeshore, Harvester and Fairview, however some
are in disrepair (Lakeshore in places) making them difficult and uncomfortable to ride. We
can use existing funds to improve the cycling infrastructure we already have.
same as it is currently to
build out the city's cycling
network?
The city has unspent funds in its cycling budget, and the priorities can shift midstream,
leading to stalled projects. For example: the cycling master plan identifies connections
across the QEW as a priority, but that was set aside to consider widening New Street and
adding rollover curbs for an additional unbudgetted cost of $1.2m. That expenditure
would assist just a small group of riders, while cycling infrastructure that is suitable for all
ages and abilities of cyclists is available on the Centennial Bike Path a half a block south. I
support cycling infrastructure that is in keeping with the 8-80 priorities namely cycling
infrastructure that can be used by all of our residents ranging in age from 8 to 80. We also
need to make sure we dont sacrifice greenspace in the name of green transportation
widening New Street to accommodate rollover curbs would require cutting trees and
removing some of the green boulevards.
Meanwhile, there is an opportunity to increase cycling infrastructure along hydro corridors
throughout the city (including the hydro corridor path downtown at Ontario-Stephenson)
using existing cycling funds.
The cycling network as outlined in the Cycling Master Plan calls for adding onroad bike
lanes, where feasible and safe, and adding sharrows or lane markings asking
drivers/cyclists to share the road. On Lakeshore Road, it was not feasible to add bike lanes
without compromising driver safety by removing the centre turn lane, or removing trees to
widen the road. Instead, enhanced sharrows were added, which has according to reports
improved safety for cyclists, and encouraged sharing the road.
There are very few East-West routes across the city, which is an issue not just for cyclists
but also transit and drivers. However, Lakeshore, Fairview and Harvester all have sections of
them with a multi-use path intended for cyclists, that is adjacent to the sidewalk and off-
road. Recently, our family cycled from downtown to Paletta Park on this path. It was a
terrific ride where it had been recently paved; not so much closer to Paletta where it hasnt
been maintained. I support investments to repave this strip of cycling insfrastructure.
Elsewhere, Spruce St. provides a fast, residential on-road cycling route where there are
fewer cars and more space to pass. I cycled this corridor recently from downtown to the
boundary at Burloak it was fast, safe, shaded and enjoyable. Its a designated bike route,
with painted sharrows advising everyone to enjoy the road. But how many people know
about it?
We can also improve communication of the on-road and off road cycling paths that exist.
Burlington has received the Bronze Bike Friendly Community Award sponsored by the Share
the Road Cycling Coalition for our cycling infrastructure. If more people knew what
currently exists, we could increase use.

Various agencies have developed cycling and trail maps for Burlington/Halton, available
here: http://cms.burlington.ca/Page418.aspx#.VEA7uWddXeQ promoting those maps
would help people to take advantage of the cycling and walking infrastructure that already
exists.

Burlington also permits cycling on sidewalks, especially on major roads where residents
dont feel comfortable mingling among cars. Cyclists must give way to all other sidewalk
users, and sound their approach with a bell. There is one exception: Bikes are not allowed
on the sidewalks on Brant Street from Caroline to the lake due to the increased pedestrian
traffic downtown.
3) What else do you think
the city should be doing to
increase the number of
trips taken by Burlington
residents via walking or
cycling?
Building complete communities that are walkable is the key, and it will take some time to
reshape our suburban areas into walkable neighbourhoods. That means bringing jobs closer
to home, so people dont need to commute outside the city for work. That means ensuring
a range of shops and services are within walking distance and pleasant to ride to, and
through. That means not approving more big box retail, or segregated office parks, with
nothing around them but parking lots and roadways. That means moving away from
traditional suburban planning into community hubs of traditional town planning
essentially recreating the downtown experience in neighbourhoods throughout the city, so
the car becomes optional not essential.
In addition, the 8 steps outlined in #1 above will assist in increasing walking/cycling/transit
use, not just in Ward 2 but throughout the city.
4) As a Council member,
how will you help to bridge
the divide between cyclists/
non-cyclists that is evident
from newspaper and online
commentary?
The difference in perspective is not between cyclists and non-cyclists, it is occuring between
cyclists who favour one type of cycling infrastructure, and cyclists who favour another type
of infrastructure.
We have to move toward having a respectful dialogue about the various types of cycling
infrastructure and their priority what do we do first, second, third - without people being
labelled anti-cycling if they support one type of cycling infrastructure over another
(example off-road versus on-road).
We need to bring the cycling community together to discuss, in respectful ways, the various
options for cycling infrastructure, and the short- mid- and long-term opportunities and
priorities. The cycling Master Plan provided some of that priority setting, but the plan has
been set aside during various votes on specific cycling initiatives.
Were got to return to the plan, and either follow it, or refresh it. If the community wants to
refresh it, Im supportive of that conversation.
We also need to bring together all members of the community who support active
transportation, of which cycling is one option, so that advice and advocacy is not done in a
siloed way, but rather in a coordinated way. I support the establishment of one active
transportation advisory committee to council that would include subcommittees on
transit, cycling, and pedestrian priorities.
Finally, we need to encourage all roads users to be respectful of each other and follow the
rules of the road. This is an issue not just for Burlington, but province-wide. Polling data
collected by StratComm for the Share the Road Coalition in Spring 2014 found:
59% of Ontarians have a negative impression of how motorists behave toward
cyclists and pedestrians
57% of Ontarians have a negative impression of how cyclists behave toward
motorists and pedestrians
According to the study (available here:
http://www.sharetheroad.ca/files/STR2014Pollingsummary.pdf):
Opinion toward the behaviour of both groups is generally negative, and it has tended to
become more negative in recent years. The good news? Cyclists and drivers see a problem
in the behaviour of both groups.
I can attest to many calls received in my office about behaviour of both cyclists and
motorists, many from pedestrians but also some from fellow cyclists and motorists.
Everyone needs to be more respectful of each other, and follow the rules of the road and
common courtesy. When we can respect each other in the streets, we can begin to respect
each other when we discuss how to advance active transportation in our community.

PAPADOPOULOS, Philip:
for enabling active
Ward 2 is where Burlington began and the current road infrastructure is very different
from the newer areas of the city. We will have to look at ways of incorporating active
transportation in this area. Bike lanes on the main arteries may be an option or the use of
sharrows to make motorists aware of bikes. The ward is very well suited for encouraging
more pedestrian traffic which accomplishes many of the same goals as cycling does.
network?
I think the city's network should be expanded to include more bike lanes and a network of
cycling paths through neighbourhoods. These paths should be part of the considerations
for new developments to make active transportation a built in option for everyone.
The city needs to examine how neighbourhoods are built. We need to transition from
being a bedroom suburb to a city that stands on its own. Too many retailers and services
are located a great distance away from housing and are on busy routes. Why not look at
alternative plans that make neighbourhoods walkable or bike friendly? Turn the model
inside out and look at the possibility of building neighbourhoods with centre squares,
complete with stores, parks and the basic needs of a community. This would avoid the
need to go out by car to pick up basics and encourage a greater sense of community. This
is just one example of what can be done but we need to start looking at things differently.
commentary?
We all have our own ways of moving around a city. The car culture has been the
dominant way of thinking for decades. Let's try to present options in our planning that
considers walking, cars and bicycles. We have roads for cars, sidewalks for pedestrians,
now we need to look at how we can accommodate cyclists. We need to educate, listen
and explore. Each side has legitimate concerns. Cyclists are worried about safety on the
roads and the cars that surround them. Drivers are concerned about cyclists that don't
obey the rules of the road. We need to find a way to educate everyone so that both
cyclists and drivers know what to expect and how each are supposed to behave on the
road. A community awareness campaign may be the way to go to encourage everyone to
be respectful.
PORECKI, Andy: No response received
WARD 3 CANDIDATES
BROOKS, Jeff:
for enabling active
We need to find a solution to enhance bike travel along or adjacent to Guelph Line north
of the QEW.
It's the only major north-south roadway in Burlington without any bike paths or lanes.
network?
We need to spend more on expanding and enhancing our cycling network.
Cycling provides great recreation as well as an alternative form of transportation to
work,school and shopping.
Congestion is a huge problem. If we can get cars off the roads and people using bike , it's
a win win in so many ways.
Active and healthy lifestyles need to be promoted.
We need to invest in and promote our bike and walking paths,we must get the word out.
More bike racks at popular destinations are needed. (Retail and commercial businesses)
The us vs them debate is not productive, cyclists are not going away.
We must do what we can so that all can coexist safely on our roads.
commentary?
COOPER, Lisa: No response received
TAYLOR, John:
for enabling active
The biggest active transportation priority in Ward 3 is to create and better maintain safe
off road cycling paths to accommodate the vast majority of Burlington cyclists who are
recreational and not commuter cyclists.
network?
The city should continue to implement the Cycling Master Plan at the present rate. In the
short term thus spending may be reduced to respond to the storm water safety and
infrastructure issues presented by the August 4th storm.
From a health perspective the city should promote and support the Bruce Trail
connections in North Burlington.
commentary?
We have already had one well attended public meeting in Rural Burlington to hear both
sides of this issue. There should be more give and take here but all users of the roadway
need to obey the law.
WARD 4 CANDIDATES
DENNISON, Jack: No response received
GOTTLOB, Carol:
for enabling active
Ward 4 is currently challenged with ensuring bike and road safety. It is my opinion that
today, with the exception of existing bike paths off main thoroughfares, there does not
appear to be a safe environment which cyclists can utilize be it for leisure or as a primary
method of transportation. We need to find more sustainable and financially responsible
solutions to this issue.
network?
I believe the city has been spending on a lot on wants and not on maintaining its existing
infrastructure through Burlington's growth period. While I believe cycling is important and
should continue to be supported, I need to effectively weigh the budget mandates and
make responsible decisions for our city in order for it to continue to prosper. I do not
believe Council today has been responsible in its spending and ignoring the need to
manage and maintain its infrastructure services for the whole of the community. It does
not bode well to have chevrons on roads that are not being maintained for vehicles or
cyclists.
Accessibility is critical. If it's not safe for residents to use alternate means to arrive at their
destination, we are removing the choice from them.
commentary?
As a Council representative, I am about building relationships. Today's conversation has
pinned drivers against cyclists and exorbitant costs to taxpayers are being filtered through
various communication sources without a full conversation. I don't believe this is the right
conversation. At the root, nobody wants to see a cyclist killed on the roads. Our common
goal is road safety for all, but we need to start a new conversation, inclusive of all who
share the roads, namely motorists, transit and cyclists. This is what will bring real
solutions that are financially viable.
WILCOX, Doug:
for enabling active
All major artery roads that are to be reconstructed should be done so with the
incorporation of bike lanes.
network?
I am an avid bike rider and weather permitting rode downtown every day this summer, I
believe the City should allocate annual capital funds towards building out the city's cycling
network.
We could close down more roads for one day at a time to encourage walking and cycling.
The City's marketing department could encourage active cycling in the community. The
Police department could do safety cycling demonstrations geared towards youth.
commentary?
As a cyclist, myself and the drivers get along just fine, I believe that through education
and marketing we could encourage both drivers and cyclists to respect each other and
cohabitate on the streets of Burlington.
If elected I will ride my bike to City Hall every day weather permitting to lead by example.
WARD 5 CANDIDATES
SHARMAN, Paul:
for enabling active
COMMUNITY SHUTTLES AND SEGREGATED BIKE PATHS. NEIGHBOURHOOD RETAIL AND
AMENITIES
network?
MORE, ON SEGREGATED BIKE PATHS
INCREASE NUMBER OF EMPLOYERS AND JOBS IN BURLINGTON SO THAT LESS PEOPLE
HAVE TO TRAVEL OUTSIDE CITY BOUNDARIES. ALSO MORE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENTS
AND NEIGHBOURHOODS THAT PEOPLE CAN CONVENIENTLY WALK AND CYCLE AROUND.
commentary?
FOCUS ON PROVIDING SAFE CYCLING FOR CHILDREN. GENERATIONS HAVE BEEN
CONDITIONED TO DEPEND ON CARS 1) BECAUSE BURLINGTON WAS DEVELOPED THAT
WAY AND 2) BECAUSE ROADS ARE NOT SAFE FOR CHILDREN TO RIDE ON, WHICH FUELS
THE DIVIDE. SAFE CYCLING WILL PROVIDE FOR PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS TO TAKE
CHILDREN OUT CYCLING SO THEY CAN BE CONDITIONED TO CYCLE FOR THE REST OF
THEIR LIFE
SIMPSON, Ian: No response received

SMITH, James
for enabling active
Follow the example of the CIties of Mississauga, Guelph, & Waterloo Region in funding a
proper active transportation programme and Transportation Demand Management
programme to actively encourage people to choose alternatives to the automobile.
network?
More
We need to focus on Point to Point plans in addition to adding capacity.
Bring in the "Idaho Stop"* to Burlington & Halton.
(* Stop signs in residential areas are treated as Yield Signs by cyclists )
commentary?
Yes, we need to give the Road Safety committee resources to mount a campaign that
focuses on respect for all who use our streets, paths & sidewalks. Drivers need to
understand how vulnerable cyclists and pedestrians are and cyclists need to ensure they
are good ambassadors by having lights that work, having and using bells and obeying the
rules of the road.
WARD 6 CANDIDATES
BENTIVEGNA, Angelo
for enabling active
Confidence and safety on sharing the road with pedestrians, cyclists, unlicensed
motorized vehicles, dog walkers, and skateboarders...just to name a few.
Improving transportation capacity and the use of more transportation methods in ward 6
involves some very serious discussions (within a very short time frame) with all
stakeholders. The Region, City, Schools, and road-friendly active community organizations
need sit down...get along...agree to a plan...then,set out a plan that will ensure rules are
in place, safety is always a priority, and that a plan is in place with a detailed time frame
and method for roll-out.
network?
Same amount dollars spent...use more effectively and smarter.
Need to take answer # 1 seriously.
commentary?
Bring the divided groups together to find common ground... balance the needs of each
group...then, have a news conference with BOTH groups (actual stakeholders) so that the
media doesn't send the wrong message.
CURRAN, Jim: No response received
DOSANJH, Pardeep Kaur: No response received

HLUSKO, Jennifer
for enabling active
1. Ward 6 residents have complained to me about two major barriers to safe cyclists:
i) Walker's Line from Dundas St to Derry Rd needs to be paved and widened to allow for
safe recreational cycling.
ii) north Burlington families need a safe way to cycle over the QEW/Hwy 403 to access the
waterfront and downtown Burlington.
network?
More. I believe that a close evaluation of the annual budget and not just the proposed
increases will find savings. For example, the City could re-direct funds away from hiring
Consultants to prepare reports instead to projects that directly impact our citizens' quality
of life. Highest on my priority list is road safety for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers.
I liked Robert Narejko's idea of a partnership that designs a pilot project to reward
commuters who cycle to the Go-Train or to car-pool parking lots.
commentary?
The safer we make the roads for cyclists, the more cyclists that will travel on our roads. I
believe over time this will result in greater overall improvement in relationships. I believe
we are a few decades behind Europe and need to accelerate the process of catching up.
LANCASTER, Blair: No response received
SANGHERA, Jivan: No response received
SHAMS, Shoaib: No response received
THIARA, Ishtar: No response received
WAHIDI, Mina:
for enabling active
Dundas Street path or bike lane from Guelph Line to Northampton. Winter maintenance
along the hydro line bike path.
network?
Bike lane planning should be built into the planning of new roads and road upgrades. Its a
long term solution but financially responsible.
Work with private business to launch a bike share program.
commentary?
Facilitated dialogue.
WARREN, Vanessa: No response received

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