It’s REALLY important that #Vancouver’s Downtown Business Association, who were originally AGAINST downtown bike-lanes, later became one of their most vigourous supporters, because of EVIDENCE that bike-lanes are better for downtown business than any street parking they replace.
@BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc Hi Brent! You're right. We were originally opposed to bike lanes until we understood the importance of them in #downtownvan. We've done a complete 180 and are proud advocates of bike lanes and cycling safety. They provide a healthy and affordable commuting option into and around
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc Having been there, can you explain what points hooked you? This comes up SO often with bike lane discussions....
@BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc the downtown core. They also reduce vehicle trips thereby relieving traffic congestion for drivers on the same routes. This is often overlooked! Visitors use the lanes to explore #downtownvan - tourism spending is a key driver of the downtown economy. The benefits are endless!
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc Could you put in a good word with @BoardofTrade? They haven’t got the message yet
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc How many days of snow does Vancouver get in an average year?
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc 😍😍😍 THANK YOU!!!
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc Pretty well the history of just about everywhere
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc Love being able to safely ride downtown with my kids!
@downtownvan @BrentToderian @IntlDwtnAssoc Wow, pretty cool to be open about that. Love it.