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Old Posted Feb 10, 2017, 11:17 PM
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I'm against it, tolling has been used on new infrastructure for many many many many decades. most of the crossing in our region were told at one point, including the George Massey, Oak Street, Lions Gate, 2nd Narrows, and Pattullo. people just forget because all tolls were removed in the 1960s.

the George Massey Tunnel's toll was removed in 1964, it cost $1.00. according to the Bank of Canada, that would be $7.73 in 2016. so, when people talk about tolls and how expensive they are, look back. the Port Mann's current toll is $3.15, a far cry from what they were in 1964.

and the False Creek Bridges would never be tolled, those were paid for and built by the City of Vancouver. plus, there are a lot of other options to get around them.
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