Provincial Transit Investment Freeze

Whereas investment in public transit reduces road congestion, increases health outcomes and helps build vibrant, connected communities in which all members can fully participate regardless of physical or mental ability, financial status or age one third of the population; And whereas in BC, transportation is the leading source of greenhouse gases and in many communities also the largest source of air particulate emissions; Therefore be it resolved that UBCM strongly urge the Premier, the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Minister of Finance to reconsider the freeze to provincial transit investments in a spirit of partnership with local governments and that consultation with affected stakeholders be undertaken.