How to Shift Into High Gear: An Analysis of the Implementation of London’s Bicycle Master Plan

Author

Kenneth Man, Western University

Date of Award

7-1-2010

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Cobban, Tim

Geographical Areas

London, Ontario

Abstract

This paper examines the impediments to the implementation of the Bicycle Master Plan (BMP) in London, Ontario. Interviews with key BMP stakeholders, a literature review, archival research, and participant observations were conducted. The findings reveal that various political and structural and administrative obstacles have impeded the progress of the construction of on-road bicycling facilities in the city, including pressures to maintain the transportation policy status quo, a general lack of advocacy for bicycling-related issues, the problematic assignment of key implementation officials, low levels of data collection, and the absence of a formalized public consultation process.

Recommended Citation

Man, Kenneth, "How to Shift Into High Gear: An Analysis of the Implementation of London’s Bicycle Master Plan" (2010). MPA Major Research Papers. 87.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/87