Two new bike routes planned in Edmonton

EDMONTON – The City of Edmonton is adding two bike routes on 83 Avenue and 102 Avenue.

The 83 Avenue bike route will run between Mill Creek Ravine and 111 Street, stretching past areas including the University of Alberta, the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market and the Strathcona Business District.

The 102 Avenue bike route runs between 96 Street and 136 Street, connecting the communities of Downtown, Oliver and Glenora.

“The planning team has worked with individuals and groups to come up with creative solutions to design challenges,” said Tyler Golly, General Supervisor of Sustainable Transportation.

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“For instance, we worked closely with stakeholders in Strathcona to maintain important drop-off zones, motor vehicle parking and traffic calming measures.”

A protected bike lane is separated from motor vehicle traffic, parked cars and sidewalks, increasing safety for cyclists, pedestrians and drivers.

Cyclists can be separated by the installation of barriers, bollards, or by raising the bike lane above the road surface.

The city is still deciding what structure will work best for the two routes and is holding information sessions next week.