Attn: Howard Kelsey - Chairman, Co-Founder

The Canada One Athletic Foundation

Ref: Proposed Kits Beach Cycle Lanes
Dear Howard:
As per our meeting and recent communications between us regarding the proposed Kitsilano Beach
bicycle lanes:
I am pleased to support your organizations proposed alternative cycling route for Kits Beach park via
an adjacent, existing Avenue / converted sidewalk reasonably close to The Kits Beach park (and not
through paved, green space as is currently proposed by civic officials) for three main reasons:
Preservation of existing green space, safety, and economics
As an avid cyclist myself for the past 30 years, previously an elite-level competitive cyclist and now
more of a recreational one, I can gladly confirm that the large majority of Vancouver cyclists would
prefer a properly painted / designated cycle route on an existing nearby road (as opposed to a new
bike route through Kits Beach park green areas).
Should there be further concerns do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,

Richard Wooles
Executive Director

CC: Lynne Kent, Coordinator, Kits Point Residents Association.
Malcolm Bromley, General Manager, Vancouver Park Board.
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