All Statements of Support
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Raymond Lawlor says,
Honoured government representatives - Hamilton, Ontario has been starved of infrastructure for too long and it is time to push hard for the introduction of a modern light rail transit system to this city. I support the introduction of higher-order transit in Hamilton as a key component of the urban renewal process. For too long, there has been precious little initiative, funding or vision for the city of Hamilton and a light rail transit system is a good example of a project that could be a lynchpin to turning this around. Please show your support for this process by advocating for funding for light rail in Hamilton!
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chris cotoi says,
I really believe that LRT will help the renaissance of the down town Hamilton. LRT will also decrease the pollution.
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Megan Wood says,
the buses are always late and i can never go anywhere fun in hamilton other than main street! this will get me to encourage people to come to mcmaster or mohawk and enjoy hamilton!
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Jeremy Parsons says,
Please consider this for the future of our city!
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Stephen R says,
Hi there,
My Dad's company was going make investments in Hamilton - they're OFF THE TABLE as long as there's no stable future plan.
STOP THE FLIP FLOP MAYOR! Listen to the people.
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Jane Slote says,
much needed
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ROBERT CONNOLLY says,
There is no valid reason why LRT should not be a priority. All studies have said that it is the right thing to do. Not to do this is to condemn Hamilton to the status of second class city for the foreseeable future because we see ourselves as incapable of thinking big.
Isn't this supposed to be the "Ambitious City"?
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Laura Cattari says,
We have done the studies. We have the Hamilton Real Estate Board supporting this, awaiting confirmation. Not only is this a long term investment in economic growth in Hamilton but it provides a viable way to traverse our city. I have waited close to an hour as 3, filled, B Line route buses passed me by on a cold Sunday afternoon. Please stop dithering and send a clear message to our provincial government that this is what we want.
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Connor Allaby says,
Most major cities have some type of rapid transit system, be it subways or LRT. An investment in LRT shows that we are committed to maximizing public benefit and reducing our environmental impact. Also, we should operate our public transit for free, but one step at a time I guess.
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Vladimir Smiljanic says,
I have lived in Hamilton since I was I was 6 years. My parents decided to pick up everything and leave from Europe and come to Canada. They left everything to start over here in Hamilton. Hamilton provided them with jobs and tools to give us the life we have today and for that I am forever grateful. Though I don't live in the city anymore (my parents are still there...my dad works in East Hamilton) I still care what happens to my hometown.
Being a recent graduate from University of Waterloo Planning program I know the unbelievable benefits Light Rail Transit provides a community and a city. The initial investment is tremendous but the future economic gains are exponential. You don't have to leave the continent to see it's success. Just look at a city like Portland, Oregon which has embraced light rail transit and has used it as the main transportation infrastructure in it's city.
I care about Hamilton and want it to prosper. The cities location in this part of the continent gives it enormous potential for economic success. The city needs to start taking hold of these opportunities to give future families the same opportunities my family was lucky to receive.
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matt holmes says,
Build the LRT! Hamitlon is 8th largest metro areas in Canada and does not have a subway/lrt? Let's not cheap out and do this right. Make it part of the greaeter transit system conecting all of the golden horseshoe. If you could add high speed rail to Toronto too that would be great.
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Jonathan Therien says,
A durable, cost efficient, and attractive public transit system is a necessity to all cities. LRT is a chance to achieve these goals
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Dustin William says,
It's time we evolve from the bus. This in my opinion will change the city for the good.
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Daniella Cisternino says,
DO IT
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Fraser Pollock says,
I am a Transportation Planning Consultant living in Ottawa, originally from Toronto. I have always firmly believed in the transformative power of transit including, rail based transit.
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MARNIE(MARGERY) MUNN says,
I AM DEFINITELY IN FAVOUR OF HAMILTON PURSUING LRT
IT WOULD BE REFRESHING TO SEE THE CITY COUNCIL TAKE UP A PROJECT THAT LOOKS TO THE FUTURE OF OUR CITY--UNITING THE OUTSKIRTS WITH THE CENTER AND WITH OPPOSITE ENDS--SO RESIDENTS WOULD BE ENCOURAGED TO TRAVEL BACK AND FORTH WORKING, GOING TO SCHOOL AND SHOPPING WITH EASE AS THIS WOULD MAKE US MORE OF A COHESIVE UNIT. OUR PRESENT ARRANGEMENT SEEMS TO FRAGMENT US INTO OUR VARIOUS OLD COMMUNITIES OF DUNDAS, STONEY CREEK --THE MOUNTAIN ETC-
-LET'S SHOW SOME INITIATIVE--AND LIVE UO TO OUR 'AMITIOUS' CITY SLOGAN--
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Lia Bronsard says,
Light rail is fast, does not pollute and is silent. It is technically advanced and will create jobs. It will make Hamilton more advanced than other cities.
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Eric Gillis says,
The need for LRT in Hamilton is undeniable. Buses alone are consistently proving themselves incapable of providing the population of Hamilton with fast & reliable service-- which is something Hamilton desperately needs as our city grows and develops. Full-day GO train service is a step in the right direction. But that's it, just a step, we've many more to take after that.
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Rebecca Hammond says,
As a young professional who has chosen to make Hamilton my home, one of the deciding factors in choosing to buy a house in Hamilton last year were plans for an ambitious and necessary Light Rail system. This investment is essential in raising the national and international profile of the city to make it competitive in the emerging economies of the 21st century. Please do not turn your backs on taking this bold step to realize our bright, creative, future. The expenses are significant, no doubt, but the benefits will be reaped ten-fold in the coming years as we see this city as the true hub of the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Hammond
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Maya March says,
Adding light rail transit will greatly reduce the disparity between economic classes within this city. I strongly support the project and know it will contribute to the vision that forward thinking Hamiltonians have for our city in the coming generations.
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TROY BUSH says,
I think this will be of great benefit to the city.
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Catherine Roberts says,
Public Transit is the glue for a successful Hamilton. Perhaps this is the incentive needed to start improving the downtown core! And, new small businesses might be encouraged to invest where there are major stops.
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NICK HUTTON says,
My family has lived in the Hamilton area since the first Loyalist settlers arrived over 200 years ago. The decline of our once great city core is painful to experience. I strongly believe that no single act could more positively affect Hamilton more that light rail. It is therefore the clear duty of any elected official to strongly and effectively champion a Hamilton Light Rail line. Any elected official that chooses not to does not deserve to be considered for re- election.
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Shwaan Hutton says,
The studies have been done and public opinion is in....LRT just makes sense for Hamilton. It would be short sighted and irresponsible, at all levels of government, to not capitalize on this opportunity. With rising fuel prices, environmental degradation and a downtown on the rise, Hamilton's economy, reputation, citizens and generations to come have the potential to thrive as a result of such an investment. The benefits will pay for the initial cost several times over and a healthier, happier community is priceless. Let's make this happen!
- Queen's University MPl 2013 candidate. VIVA HAMILTON <3 !
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Jennifer Roberts says,
If we as a community, city and region want to make a name for ourselves globally, a step towards the future of transit is imperative. We are already so behind many other regions worldwide. LRT for Hamilton is a way for us to change our image, change how we attract business to our economy, and promote us as a tourist destination. Time for us to step up and set the standard. You want to revitalize the downtown core? Dusting off old buildings isn't the only way to do it.
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Anna Davey says,
Hamilton is a big, vibrant city with a big, vibrant future. We need to plan for that future, not maintain the status quo of today.
The province has committed to two light rail lines in Hamilton. Two rails that will attract investment, new riders, reduce pollution and thereby improve Hamilton's infamous air quality and grow with Hamilton as we continue to develop as a world-class city.
LRT is a priority. It is a priority for our future.
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Bryce Anderson says,
I believe that the LRT is the right way to go, As mayor and our prime minister, neither of them sit on a bus for 2 hrs a day, fully loaded most of the time. The lrt would make commuting from one side of the city to the next probably much quicker, hopefully with more space than a less than 50 seater bus. I AGREE TO BULD IT. PLEASE
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Wayne Elshaw says,
LRT is a great idea! It will improve the public transit option, cut down on use of cars, improve the environment, link the city, promote development and create employment. Don't let thid opportunity pass us by.
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Harriet Sloan says,
Hamilton is ripe and ready. Let's continue to move forward toward building and implementing an LRT system that will benefit our community and the entire Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx has stated publicly that it is "bullish" on the Hamilton LRT project. Our elected and non-elected community leaders (at all levels!) must get behind this project to make it a reality. We're in a good position. Let's not squander this opportunity!
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Larry sicinski says,
I'm 65 years old. I may never get to use this marvelous facility that brings Hamilton into the 21st century, but I'm excited about the fact my children, grandchildren and those that follow will have that option.
I'm also tired of Mayor Bob Bratina's antics with the Liberals. Seems like he's just the mayor for a good time, not a long time, and his longterm interest is in getting the nomination to run for the Liberals in the province or country.
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