Halifax mayors proposed pause on new bike lanes scapegoating: cycling activist – Halifax [Video]

Some cyclists in Halifax are shifting into high gear in anticipation of a motion coming to Halifax Regional Council this week.

Mayor Andy Fillmore has indicated in a memo to council that he’s looking to put a pause on future bike lane development until a staff report on road congestion can be completed.

He is expected to bring forward a motion at Tuesday’s meeting to request the pause across the municipality.

But cycling activists say Fillmore is going back on election promises he made on the campaign trail last October.

“It’s such a turnaround for Andy Fillmore,” said David Trueman, the chair of the Halifax Cycling Coalition. “During the election campaign, he said, and I quote, ‘A fully connected bicycle network should be the priority for HRM.’ So, for him to turn around like this is just crazy.”

Trueman used the words “amazed,” “disgusted” and “astounded” to describe his reaction …