All Statements of Support
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Adam Palios says,
We need a faster, more reliable, more efficient, and more energy conservative plan for public transit. LRT is that vision. Please bring it to Hamilton community residents like myself and make it easier and more reliable to decrease my carbon footprint.
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Brian Henley says,
The reasons for LRT that Hamilton City Council considered and voted unanimously in favour of are the same today as they were on the day of the vote. The benefits of LRT will spread all across the City of Hamilton as investments along the line and at each hub will be substantial leading to increased property tax revenue will will help every property taxpayer in the city
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Dave Hanley says,
We need clarity and assurance from both our Municipal and Provincial governments that this project is still a priority for Hamilton. I'm no fan of megaprojects that claim to transform the City over night- but this project will have true economic and transportational benefits to the City as a whole, and is exactly the kind of infrastructural investment Hamiltonians deserve. Build LRT NOW!
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Steve Dykstra says,
Please, Province and Ontario and City of Hamilton:
Stay the course. Recognize the clear economic and environmental benefits. Demonstrate a willingness to invest in this city's success.
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Alex M says,
LRT is needed. Complete streets are needed. The era of the gas automobile is fading, it's time to look at the bigger picture and consider our future as a progressive society. Enough time has been wasted, enough fear-mongering has been had - WE WANT LRT!
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Michael Majcher says,
While there is no silver bullet that will get Hamilton back up and running to its full potential, the implementation of the planned LRT will probably be the closest thing to it. There is already a strong call for just such service in this community, particularly by those who have vision and a sincere interest in wanting Hamilton to progress and attract all that comes with that.
The actual need for better transit is not going to wane. Hamilton's LRT plan is a big contributor to the larger vision that is possible for this city. While the organic growth is already very evident here, the LRT will allow things to progress to the next level. Please let Hamilton take advantage of this one time only offer to propel itself towards actually reaching it's full potential. -
Craig Hermanson says,
The arguments for LRT in Hamilton are overwhelming. Our city's future viability is nothing short of dependent on new and increased assessment and continued revitalization in the downtown core. LRT along the B-Line is essential to attracting continued investment, residents and employers as neighbouring cities implement their own LRT systems. #IStandForLRT #HamOnt
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Jason Diller says,
I can't think of another initiative that would bring more improvement and growth to the core and thus to the city as a whole. It's time for the city to be bold and make a leap forward.
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Bartholomew Huizinga says,
I live in Ward 9 and believe that building LRT is the best way to move our city forward. The economic potential of LRT is extraordinary, and when combined with zoning and property tax changes, will create an amazing opportunity to build our city.
Based on public comments from our Mayor, he is not clearly communicating council's or our citizens' strong desire to build an LRT system here in Hamilton. LRT will be a benefit to everyone, including even those who don't live/work downtown Hamilton like myself.
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Dave Beynon says,
Looking forward to moving our city forward with the LRT.
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David Capizzano says,
It's time that the provence held true to its promise to fund LRT in Hamilton. So many parts of our city could benefit from the B-Line rail, and it's a shame to see them waiting stagnant for something to happen.
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Chris White says,
Please get the LRT project underway. Its pointless to drag our feet. Hamilton needs integrated transit for its downtown core to thrive and compete as an active city in southern Ontario. You and your office have the responsibility to provide conditions for a city that is accessible to all of its residents, not simply for those who can drive cars. Automotive mobility is only one way of traversing a city, but residents of Hamilton need more ways to travel between neighbourhoods efficiently. Let's develop a transit system that allows for this to be a reality, and I believe LRT is a step in the right direction.
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Matthew Sweet says,
The potential return on investment for light rail justifies the investment of full capital funding from the province. Hamilton is already trending up. Light rail will be a crucial addition to what is already an increasingly positive mix of factors making Hamilton a diverse and thriving urban economy.
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myra leyden says,
Horrible to live through the construction phase? Definitely. Worth the disruption in the long run? Most certainly. Our collective health and the prospect of a more livable city makes it a no-brainer.
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Victor North says,
A strong investment in transit is not only a tremendous opportunity for the city of Hamilton, it has become essential.
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Azher Siddiqui says,
I believe LRT is a necessity, primarily because it will help curb reliance on cars and subsequent air pollution, and secondarily because it will help generate much needed economic development in the core. Please make the ethically right decision for today and for generations to come.
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Debbie Avetissian says,
I truly hope that Hamilton is successful in being awarded funding to implement the LRT in our city. What an amazing potential for growth and prosperity it could prove to be.
All the legwork has been done - let's get on with it!!
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Cameron Kowalchuk says,
LRT would be such a welcome addition to Hamilton. It would spur new business development across the city and provide easier access to all the city has to offer by people from all walks of life.
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Rick Calder says,
The studies have been done, the economic impact alone is reason to get this done sooner rather than later. The environmental impact is just a bonus. Since this is going to politicians I just want to make it clear that my votes in local elections will be strongly swayed by how you handle this situation.
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Jim Rudnick says,
About time for the Province to step up and 100% fund our #HamOnt LRT! Promises made are promises to keep!
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James Arlen says,
I have previously made public statements as part of the Hamilton Light Rail Initiative as well as in other public forums - my support of the Hamilton LRT has not wavered.
I find myself in absolute awe of the various politicians, but most especially Mr. Bratina, as they prevaricate on what has been said, what has been voted and what has been done on the LRT portfolio in Hamilton.
The province has committed both during election campaigns and during the normal course of business to support transit initiatives which will increase Ontario's productivity while managing the ecological impact of that productivity.
The city has completed not only the public consultations, but also the business case for investment, the environmental assessment and the 30% engineering plan for the B-Line (East West) LRT in Hamilton. (A significant proportion of this work was completed using funds from Metrolinx.)
Hamiltonians have come out strongly in favour of the investment in LRT. Regardless of what some councillors and election candidates have said, this remains true.
Hamilton, like most of Canada, has an aging population with a large demographic bubble of individuals who will require public transportation as they become infirm and are no longer able to drive or able to afford increased insurance premiums (elderly are 3x the insurance risk of teenagers). At the same time, Hamilton's youth are facing a future where vehicle ownership is less and less appealing as the costs for fuel and insurance skyrocket. We need public transit. We need GREAT public transit. And we have needed it for some time. The loudest voices protesting the investment of provincial money into LRT in Hamilton are the voices who will need it most in the coming years and the voices who are unwilling to offer support to youth.
Hamilton has more potential than is currently being realized. Many native Hamiltonians can be identified by their "Hamilton Sucks." attitude. There are a large (and increasing) number of Hamiltonian-by-choice people who have seen the potential of Hamilton and are bringing positive attitude, economic activity and new vision to Hamilton. My family are among this group. We are INTENTIONAL HAMILTONIANS - we have a deep love for our adopted city and a vested interest in its success.
Hamilton has been known as the Ambitious City.
Hamilton has languished under poor management and underfunding for too long.
It is time for the province to invest in Hamilton. It is time for Hamiltonians to invest in Hamilton. We have a brilliant future ahead of us.
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Peter Taplay says,
I support LRT in Hamilton.
I am a lifetime resident of Hamilton who commutes by bike, drives a car and pays taxes... this will be a positive step for our city.
Its been discussed enough. Please make it happen.
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R. Janssen says,
In order to adequately prepare for the future, cities in Ontario must stop relying on single-occupant vehicles for the bulk of public transport. Reliable, sustainable, cost-efficient modes of transit are imperative if this is to happen. Hamilton's LRT is an investment with short AND long term benefits.
Liberals of Ontario: keep your promises to Hamilton.
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Andrea Costantini says,
After living in Toronto for a decade our decision to move to Hamilton (and into the neighbourhood we've purchased a home) was influenced by the promise of an LRT in downtown Hamilton. Its impact on the value of our home investment would be tremendous. Its impact on the city as a whole would be transformative. I therefore strongly support provincial and municipal development of the LRT and if that means we have to pay more taxes or create less sprawl - then so be it. It is time to push Hamilton forward as a city and LRT is part of that push.
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Kimberley McGibbon says,
The research and the studies have been done. Extensive consultation with the citizens of our city has been conducted. The collective result was and still is overwhelming support for LRT. All that remains is for our elected officials to honour their promises for funding and to initiate the construction. Please keep your promises to the people of our city . Let's move forward today!
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Tom Shepherd says,
Invest in LRT for the future generations of this city who will not rely on cars as their primary mode of transportation.
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Amy-Lynn Vautour says,
As a citizen who believes in doing what is best for our environment, reducing the stress and unsafe conditions for those who must commute during rush hours, and promoting a stronger sense of community through actual human interaction, I strongly support the LRT idea. I have been hoping for something like this for a long time. I am an avid user of public transit, but have found it slow, unreliable, and confusing (at best). Oftentimes it takes me 1 1/2 to 2 hours to get from my home in Dundas to a destination on the East Hamilton Mountain for an appointment. This is unacceptable, as I would be able to drive Oshawa in that amount of time. Please get back on track with this project. The ever-expanding population of Hamilton plus its Never-expanding public transit system are making things very difficult for the commuters in this city.
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John Thompson says,
March 8, 2012
I fully support LRT for the B Line corridor, due to the advantages of a superior ride for passengers, operating and maintenance economies, and the potential to stimulate development. However I question why a line built entirely on city streets is budgetted at $800 million.
John Thompson
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Gordon Schilde says,
This started in 2007, to date Sept 1, 2013, NOT one thing has been done. Not even a shovel lifted to get started.
Unacceptable.
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Stephen Hayes says,
please help move Hamilton forward. Rob Ford is wasting enough money trying to switch the Scarborough plan to a subway that could fully fund a LRT in Hamilton! You are the government of Ontario, not Toronto!
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