‘As an ex-Torontonian … I would gladly pay a road toll to enjoy a less onerous visit.’ Road pricing, plus other letters to the editor for July 9
: Given that people with cars are generally wealthier than those without, and use more of Toronto’s resources; that the city is strapped for ways to raise funds; that the rise of electric cars means less gasoline road tax, road tolls make perfect sense to me, entirely aside from anti-congestion benefits.
As an ex-Torontonian, I drive there for necessary reasons on occasion. I would gladly pay a road toll to enjoy a less onerous visit.I won’t hold my breath. I have tried to interest our mayors and councillors for decades in this proven and cost-effective solution to no avail. Road pricing was implemented in European cities last century. Many British towns have also adopted it. It has been a boon to local citizens and a delight for tourists. It made our visits to Inverness, Hull and York most enjoyable and stress-free prior to 2000.
I live in midtown Toronto and travel to the city’s lake shore. Five years ago, it would take me 15 minutes by car. Now it takes an hour or more. This is a waste of time and money, not to mention the toll it takes on the environment and health.
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