When Car Free Day first happened, albeit without input from residents close to the action, I thought it would be quaint and it would give us, in the West End, a respite from the relentless traffic through our area, plus a quiet Sunday, to relax and get acquainted with neighbours. I hate driving and only drive when I have to take my dog to a decent off-leash area, get to appointments, or go to work outside the City of Vancouver.
From the beginning, Car Free Day has been a nightmare. I have to leave the area, in my car, to get some peace! Today, without exception, I could not stand it after about noon and had to get in the car and drive to other areas. Since I came home, I have endured several bands and singers, many of whom can’t sing but have been given a microphone and speakers, competing with similarly situated musicians in the next block with microphones and speakers, plus microphone-wielding folks and screaming children.
I wonder if any one vets these ‘singers/bands’ for talent before we are exposed to them?
I never thought I would say this but I can’t wait for the traffic to come back! I would rather be exposed to the horn honking and gas spewing cars going through the West End than to the inane and ridiculous Car Free Days which are so disturbing and unpalatable.
–Anonymous
