An adjustable bike lane curb pilot project is being expanded after a successful nine-month trial last year.
The City of Winnipeg will extend a technical trial of bike lane curbs on Sherbrook Street south of Cumberland Avenue and on part of Bannatyne Avenue next to Old Market Square. The lanes will be extended along Bannatyne, said the city.
“Using adjustable bike lane curbs will allow us to install protected bike lanes more quickly, and allow us to make adjustments to the design based on public feedback and future adjustments to roadways,” said Coun. Matt Allard, who chairs the city’s infrastructure committee.
During the trial, the bike lanes were adjusted to improve durability and maintenance.
“During the pilot, feedback was gathered from the public through an online survey and was generally positive,” the city said in a statement.
“In both pilot locations, survey respondents using all modes of transportation (driving, cycling, and walking) reported increased comfort when passing through areas with adjustable curbs.”
The upcoming West Alexander to East Exchange Corridor project will use adjustable bike lanes, they added.
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