A group of Edmonton residents asked Alberta's government to stop bike lanes and traffic calming measures supported by the Edmonton city council. (www.ctvnews.ca)

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“I see no need for it” said a local man named Tom Ogonoski.

“The only people riding bikes around here are the ones stealing your stuff in the middle of the night” he added.

“We want the Alberta government to interfere and protect us” said resident Kimberlee Dawn.

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[-] altasshet@lemmy.ca 7 points 1 day ago

I know the area. The proposed bike lanes make a lot of sense because they fill in gaps in the existing network. I also don't understand why people insist on Street parking when they have a garage. The neighborhood is quiet and low traffic, perfect for a 30 zone. Plus all the consultation happened already, it's a bit late to complain now. I really hope the city stands its ground. The province has no business meddling here.

[-] Showroom7561@lemmy.ca 6 points 1 day ago

I also don’t understand why people insist on Street parking when they have a garage.

I'm in Ontario, and can't begin to tell you how many people will keep their driveway and garage empty so they can park on the street. It's like their own personal problems manifest in some bizarre parking territory claim.