Published on
May 20, 2009 in
news.
The Winnipeg Trails Association, Bike to the Future, and the Winnipeg Rapid Transit Coalition have concerns about the bikeway plan for the new Southwest Rapid Transit Corridor that will be built between The Forks and the Pembina-Jubilee underpass. Construction starts later this year.
In mid March, 2009 City of Winnipeg Transit officials presented an overview of the Active Transportation corridor component to members of the City of Winnipeg’s Active Transportation Advisory Committee (which the Winnipeg Trails Association has representation on). The presentation indicated that there was a GAP in the Active Transportation corridor – a GAP that would not allow continuous connectivity from Jubilee to The Forks.
In mid May, 2009 Transit presented an overview with possible ‘connectivity’ scenarios addressing the GAP in the Active Transportation corridor. Of all the scenarios presented - none were in the current scope of $138 million Southwest Rapid Transit Corridor project or budget.
In addition to the GAP in the corridor, current plans propose a single multi-use pathway to be shared by ALL Active Transportation (AT) users (commuters on bicycles to and from downtown, families going to The Forks, wheelchairs, skateboards, etc.) The combination of mixed use AT traffic on one pathway has the potential to lead to cyclist / pedestrian / wheelchair / conflicts conflicts due to the fundamentally different characteristics of each AT user. In additions, current plans propose a route that is narrower than standard multi – use widths (3.5M) in certain sections.
Please read the GAP flyer to better understand the AT connectivity issues in the Southwest Rapid Transit Corridor. If you can’t attend the Open Houses, please email or contact your area elected officials.
Winnipeg Transit is holding two open houses to gather input on the Southwest Rapid Transit Corridor project. Inquire about the pathway connectivity and offer your input.
Monday May 25th from 4 – 8 PM at the Masonic Memorial Temple 420 Corydon Ave (Osborne Junction)
Wednesday May 27th from 4 – 8 PM At the Winnipeg Convention Centre 375 York Ave (Room 2H)
Published on
May 20, 2009 in
news.
FREE events, BBQ’s and entertainment celebrating Manitoba’s 3rd annual International Trails Day
Published on
May 19, 2009 in
news.
Province appoints 11 people to the Active Transportation Advisory Group which will make recommendations for improving Manitoba’s active transportation policy and infrastructure.
| May 23, 2009 |
| 9:30 am | to | 12:00 pm |
Saturday, May 23
Join us as we pitch in to clean up the greenway then gather for complimentary refreshments and lunch!
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Team up to Clean Up!
Bonnie Mitchelson, M.L.A Join River East MLA Bonnie Mitchelson and “Bonnie’s Brigade” on its annual clean-up of Bunns Creek Park and the Northeast Pioneers Greenway. Meet at the parking lot of Bunns Creek Park (McIvor).
Joy Smith, M.P. Kildonan-St. Paul Member of Parliament Joy Smith invites you to join her to clean-up the Chief Peguis Trail. Meet at her office located at McIvor Mall, 1795 Henderson Highway.
Councillor Jeff Browaty North Kildonan Councillor Jeff Browaty and the RENNTrails Committee tackle garbage along the Northeast Pioneers Greenway between Raleigh and Gateway. Meet at the parking lot of Bunns Creek Park (McIvor).
Erna Braun, M.L.A Work with Rossmere MLA Erna Braun to clean up the Northeast Pioneers Greenway and the McLeod/Grassie Area. Meet at her office at 3-935 McLeod Avenue. Thank you to Take Pride Winnipeg and McDonald’s Restaurants of Canada for their support.
| May 15, 2009 |
| 7:00 pm | to | 9:00 pm |
May 15
Figure out how to carry all your treasures on your bike!
The Bike Dump, 631 Main Street at Logan Ave
Contact: bike-dump.ca
Published on
May 18, 2009 in
news.
2009 edition now available at bike shops and retailers.
| May 30, 2009 |
| 10:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
Saturday, May 30
Join us for our 6th Annual Spring Tree Planting! Plant a native tree - bring your family, friends, gloves, and a shovel. Take a walk on the park’s trails and explore new features in the park! Enjoy refreshments. The restoration of the natural areas in Henteleff Park is a joint project between the Henteleff Park Foundation and the City of Winnipeg’s Naturalist Services Branch supported by the Parks and Open Spaces Division.
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
( rain or shine )
Where: Henteleff Park, 1964 St. Mary’s Road (just south of the Waterfront Condominiums)
Contact Details: City of Winnipeg Naturalist Services Branch 986-7233.
June 2
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Offer your input on bike lanes, bikeways, traffic calming for Winnipeg streets.
Click on the Poster for details:
Published on
May 17, 2009 in
news.
A study is offering Winnipeg city cyclists the chance to track their cycling routes to determine where to build potential cycling infrastructure.
Published on
May 16, 2009 in
news.
Offer your input to form the City’s 25 year the Development Plan
