Lacombe city council approves Crosswalk Improvement Plan

Feb 28, 2023 | 3:27 PM

Lacombe city council approved the Active Transportation – Crosswalk Improvement Plan at their meeting on Monday.

The Active Transportation – Crosswalk Improvement Plan provides analysis and strategy to create pedestrian crossing upgrades consistent with administrative recommendations and the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC).

The City believes the Plan will be a crucial resource in the development and improvement of crosswalks.

“Our citizens expect crosswalks to be developed in a manner that is safe, logical and consistent with Lacombe’s vibrant look and feel,” said Mayor Grant Creasey. “This plan allows for long-term planning that meets expectations of our residents and provides an ideal template for future work.”

Based on trends from the last three years, officials say an average annual budget of $70,000 is recommended to support crosswalk upgrades, new installations, and other connectivity improvements.

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City administration says they researched several crosswalk improvement requests throughout the community, flagging two for future upgrades, nine for new crosswalk installations and five for further review.

Through this process, they also identified other criteria, such as sightlines, lighting, and accessible connectivity, that could advance pedestrian safety. Of the crossings analyzed, 14 were deemed to have deficient sightlines, eight require an illumination review by Fortis, and 14 need upgrades to improve accessible pedestrian connectivity.

Future crosswalk improvements and installations will be discussed at council at a later date.

by rdnewsNOW Staff

Lacombe city council approves Crosswalk Improvement Plan

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