Safe Streets for All!
On Monday June 15th, Oak Bay Council is deciding next steps for building out long-promised safer routes for neighbours who walk, bike, roll, and transit.
Unfortunately, Council has heard a great deal from residents who are opposed to change (especially to changing parking, even to improve sightlines at intersections) - so they need to hear from voices who see these as common sense improvements that will make our streets safer for everyone.
Let’s make sure everyone who walks, bikes, transits, or rolls (by wheelchair, scooter, skateboard, etc) in Oak Bay has a safe route - send Council a quick note of support by clicking HERE or working off the form below.
LETTER-WRITING TIPS
We need a viable network of All Ages and Abilities routes that meet the same safety standards as Victoria and Saanich. These safer street improvements are a step in the right direction.
In your own words, tell Oak Bay Council implementing safer streets through the promised active transportation network matter to you. Consider sharing:
Where you regularly travel in Oak Bay by walking, biking, rolling, or taking transit (work, school, daycare, groceries, community amenities, etc)
Why safer routes that meet All Ages and Abilities standards matter to you / your family
Your hopes for the future of walking, biking, rolling, and transiting in Oak Bay, including support for building out a viable network of All Ages and Abilities routes
Your excitement about recent crosswalk and bike crossing improvements at Haultain x Foul Bay, Estevan x Cadboro Bay, Henderson x Lansdowne, and other “neighbourhood bikeway” intersections
Further info:
June 15th Staff Report: Active Transportation Implementation and 2027 Projects
SD61 School Travel Plans (Monterey Middle School, 2023; École Willows Elementary, 2018)