Study expected to be complete in Spring 2018
The city of Winnipeg has taken the next step in the expansion of the rapid transit network. On Thursday may 4, 2017 officials announced that they have launched the Eastern Corridor Study in hopes of identifying a route for connecting downtown with eastern parts of the city.
“The launch of the Eastern Corridor Study represents an important next step toward the further implementation of rapid transit in Winnipeg,” said Councillor Marty Morantz, Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works. “We are looking forward to hearing citizens’ priorities and ideas for the Eastern Rapid Transit Corridor.”
It is hoped that the study will determine the most suitable route, figure out the best way to cross the Red River, find an appropriate use for the aging Louise Bridge, identify network improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
The study will also look into development opportunities along the proposed transit route especially at transit stops.
As part of the study the city will be giving the public an opportunity to participate in the process.
The first round of public workshops are as follows:
Oxford Heights Community Centre – 359 Dowling Avenue East
Monday, May 15
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Centennial Concert Hall – 555 Main Street
Tuesday, May 16
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Elmwood High School – 505 Chalmers Avenue
Tuesday, May 16
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
East Elmwood Community Centre – 490 Keenleyside Street
Wednesday, May 17
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Notre Dame Community Centre – 271 Avenue de la Cathedrale
Wednesday, May 17
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Neeginan Centre – 181 Higgins Avenue
Thursday, May 18
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
More information about the study can be found at the link below
RELATED LINK | eastern corridor study
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