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Proposed Transit Hub

December 1, 2019 By Leslie

Artist rendering of proposed Kitchener Transit Hub

A partnership between Metrolinx, Region of Waterloo and the City of Kitchener did a presentation to present plans for a proposed Transit Hub in downtown Kitchener.

Filed Under: Blog, Urban Planning Tagged With: Transportation, Urban Planning

Young St Contraflow Lanes Display Boards

April 18, 2019 By Laura

Want information on the Young and Duke proposed contraflow bike lanes in advance of the Tuesday, April 23rd information session? See the panels below.  Then come to the open house…

Tuesday April 23, 2019
4:30 – 8 pm
Kitchener City Hall, Rotunda
200 King St W, Kitchener

The City of Kitchener’s Cycling Master Plan, approved in 2010, identifies cycling upgrades for Young Street, (between Duke and Maynard).

 
  • Goal: Provide a safer and more convenient route into the downtown across Weber St.
  • Proposed contraflow bike lane, enabling two-way bicycle travel on a road that is designated as one way for motor vehicles.
  • Dedicated bicycle signal and sensor at the Weber and Young intersection.

Filed Under: Land Use and Zoning, Urban Planning Tagged With: events, Transportation

Young Street Proposed Cycling Upgrade Open House

March 21, 2019 By Laura

Tuesday April 23, 2019
4:30 – 8 pm
Kitchener City Hall, Rotunda
200 King St W, Kitchener

The City of Kitchener’s Cycling Master Plan, approved in 2010, identifies cycling upgrades for Young Street and Duke Street. They are ready to get started on the following:
Young Street (between Duke and Maynard)
  • Goal: Provide a safer and more convenient route into the downtown across Weber St.
  • Proposed contraflow bike lane, enabling two-way bicycle travel on a road that is designated as one way for motor vehicles.
  • Dedicated bicycle signal and sensor at the Weber and Young intersection.
Duke Street (between Cedar and Pandora)
  • Goal: Provide a means for residents to bike on Duke in both directions.
  • Proposed contraflow bike lane
  • Coordination with King East Neighbourhood Association’s resident-led traffic calming project featuring street murals.
You are invited to express any questions, comments, or concerns at an open house. Drop in anytime.

Filed Under: Blog, Urban Planning Tagged With: events, Transportation, Urban Planning

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