Integrated Mobility Plan

Come share your thoughts on the Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP)!

📍 Fredericton Public Library (Chickadee Room)

📅 November 27, 2025

⏰ 5:00 to 7:00 pm

Stop by to learn more, ask questions, and share your input. Can’t attend? Ask your question below!

The City of Fredericton is developing an Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP) that will guide future decision-making and investment in transportation across the city. The IMP is an opportunity to define our priorities for infrastructure investments over the next 20 years and envision a future for Fredericton.

The gist of it? We want to know how you get around the city today and what changes we can make to help you choose more sustainable options!

Purpose of engagement:

The intent of this survey is to get residents thinking about mobility in the City.
Results of this engagement will support Council in deciding its mobility priorities and goals for the next 20 years.
Your responses will help inform realistic mode share targets for the city going forward

What can be influenced at this time:

Residents can provide input their own priorities and mobility goals
Residents are welcome to provide feedback on how they hope to see the City develop when it comes to transportation

Next steps:

After the survey closes, the feedback will be reviewed for consideration.
Staff and consultants will review the feedback received and compile a draft document in summer 2025
There will be another round of public engagement in the fall to report back on findings

Come share your thoughts on the Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP)!

📍 Fredericton Public Library (Chickadee Room)

📅 November 27, 2025

⏰ 5:00 to 7:00 pm

Stop by to learn more, ask questions, and share your input. Can’t attend? Ask your question below!

The gist of it? We want to know how you get around the city today and what changes we can make to help you choose more sustainable options!

Purpose of engagement:

The intent of this survey is to get residents thinking about mobility in the City.
Results of this engagement will support Council in deciding its mobility priorities and goals for the next 20 years.
Your responses will help inform realistic mode share targets for the city going forward

What can be influenced at this time:

Residents can provide input their own priorities and mobility goals
Residents are welcome to provide feedback on how they hope to see the City develop when it comes to transportation

Next steps:

After the survey closes, the feedback will be reviewed for consideration.
Staff and consultants will review the feedback received and compile a draft document in summer 2025
There will be another round of public engagement in the fall to report back on findings

Have a question about the Integrated Mobility Plan? Ask it below!

Please give staff a few days to answer your question.

Share I’m a frequent walker in the downtown area, using both sidewalks and trails. There are two major concerns that I am wondering about 1/ lack of rest stops (benches) along the trails and sidewalks - even some benches previously in Queens Square Park have been removed! And 2/ multiple sidewalks require repairs to prevent (or at least minimize) build up of water / ice. on Facebook Share I’m a frequent walker in the downtown area, using both sidewalks and trails. There are two major concerns that I am wondering about 1/ lack of rest stops (benches) along the trails and sidewalks - even some benches previously in Queens Square Park have been removed! And 2/ multiple sidewalks require repairs to prevent (or at least minimize) build up of water / ice. on Twitter Share I’m a frequent walker in the downtown area, using both sidewalks and trails. There are two major concerns that I am wondering about 1/ lack of rest stops (benches) along the trails and sidewalks - even some benches previously in Queens Square Park have been removed! And 2/ multiple sidewalks require repairs to prevent (or at least minimize) build up of water / ice. on Linkedin Email I’m a frequent walker in the downtown area, using both sidewalks and trails. There are two major concerns that I am wondering about 1/ lack of rest stops (benches) along the trails and sidewalks - even some benches previously in Queens Square Park have been removed! And 2/ multiple sidewalks require repairs to prevent (or at least minimize) build up of water / ice. link

I’m a frequent walker in the downtown area, using both sidewalks and trails. There are two major concerns that I am wondering about 1/ lack of rest stops (benches) along the trails and sidewalks - even some benches previously in Queens Square Park have been removed! And 2/ multiple sidewalks require repairs to prevent (or at least minimize) build up of water / ice.

Shaun McBride asked about 1 month ago

Hi Shaun! Thanks for submitting your question. Although the IMP doesn’t address specific projects or maintenance issues, we will share your feedback with staff and look for opportunities to better connect this area.
Share Are there plans to have bike lanes along prospect street and onto Woodstock road on Facebook Share Are there plans to have bike lanes along prospect street and onto Woodstock road on Twitter Share Are there plans to have bike lanes along prospect street and onto Woodstock road on Linkedin Email Are there plans to have bike lanes along prospect street and onto Woodstock road link

Are there plans to have bike lanes along prospect street and onto Woodstock road

Biker asked 29 days ago

Hi there! Although the IMP doesn’t address specific projects and what you describe is not at this time a planned project, we will be happy to share your feedback with staff and look for opportunities to better connect the area suggested.
Share My question is whether any future changes to bus routes will be made by a person who has actually taken these bus routes, and will rider safety considerations be made paramount in any future decisions? Here is my reason for the question. When a series of bus stops were recently eliminated to make the routes more efficient, a worthwhile objective, some of the stops eliminated were safer and more accessible than the stops that were retained. For example, on my route home (12N), a stop that has no sidewalk or crosswalk near it was retained, meaning that in winter we are dumped out onto a snowbank and then must walk up the road in the dark, whereas the next stop with both sidewalk and crosswalk access and therefore safer, was eliminated. I contacted the City to alert them to this during the consultation period prior to the stop's permanent elimination and was assured it would be fixed, but winter is coming and nothing has changed. Only someone who has never taken this bus route could conceivably have made this decision, which flies in the face of rider safety considerations. I would doubt that this is the only such case. on Facebook Share My question is whether any future changes to bus routes will be made by a person who has actually taken these bus routes, and will rider safety considerations be made paramount in any future decisions? Here is my reason for the question. When a series of bus stops were recently eliminated to make the routes more efficient, a worthwhile objective, some of the stops eliminated were safer and more accessible than the stops that were retained. For example, on my route home (12N), a stop that has no sidewalk or crosswalk near it was retained, meaning that in winter we are dumped out onto a snowbank and then must walk up the road in the dark, whereas the next stop with both sidewalk and crosswalk access and therefore safer, was eliminated. I contacted the City to alert them to this during the consultation period prior to the stop's permanent elimination and was assured it would be fixed, but winter is coming and nothing has changed. Only someone who has never taken this bus route could conceivably have made this decision, which flies in the face of rider safety considerations. I would doubt that this is the only such case. on Twitter Share My question is whether any future changes to bus routes will be made by a person who has actually taken these bus routes, and will rider safety considerations be made paramount in any future decisions? Here is my reason for the question. When a series of bus stops were recently eliminated to make the routes more efficient, a worthwhile objective, some of the stops eliminated were safer and more accessible than the stops that were retained. For example, on my route home (12N), a stop that has no sidewalk or crosswalk near it was retained, meaning that in winter we are dumped out onto a snowbank and then must walk up the road in the dark, whereas the next stop with both sidewalk and crosswalk access and therefore safer, was eliminated. I contacted the City to alert them to this during the consultation period prior to the stop's permanent elimination and was assured it would be fixed, but winter is coming and nothing has changed. Only someone who has never taken this bus route could conceivably have made this decision, which flies in the face of rider safety considerations. I would doubt that this is the only such case. on Linkedin Email My question is whether any future changes to bus routes will be made by a person who has actually taken these bus routes, and will rider safety considerations be made paramount in any future decisions? Here is my reason for the question. When a series of bus stops were recently eliminated to make the routes more efficient, a worthwhile objective, some of the stops eliminated were safer and more accessible than the stops that were retained. For example, on my route home (12N), a stop that has no sidewalk or crosswalk near it was retained, meaning that in winter we are dumped out onto a snowbank and then must walk up the road in the dark, whereas the next stop with both sidewalk and crosswalk access and therefore safer, was eliminated. I contacted the City to alert them to this during the consultation period prior to the stop's permanent elimination and was assured it would be fixed, but winter is coming and nothing has changed. Only someone who has never taken this bus route could conceivably have made this decision, which flies in the face of rider safety considerations. I would doubt that this is the only such case. link

My question is whether any future changes to bus routes will be made by a person who has actually taken these bus routes, and will rider safety considerations be made paramount in any future decisions? Here is my reason for the question. When a series of bus stops were recently eliminated to make the routes more efficient, a worthwhile objective, some of the stops eliminated were safer and more accessible than the stops that were retained. For example, on my route home (12N), a stop that has no sidewalk or crosswalk near it was retained, meaning that in winter we are dumped out onto a snowbank and then must walk up the road in the dark, whereas the next stop with both sidewalk and crosswalk access and therefore safer, was eliminated. I contacted the City to alert them to this during the consultation period prior to the stop's permanent elimination and was assured it would be fixed, but winter is coming and nothing has changed. Only someone who has never taken this bus route could conceivably have made this decision, which flies in the face of rider safety considerations. I would doubt that this is the only such case.

Shannonbrooke Murphy asked 29 days ago

Hi Shannon! Thanks for submitting your question. The Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP) does not go into specific bus routing or stop placement, but it does talk about improving transit and your comments will be part of the discussions on transit in the IMP. For further feedback, you can always contact our Transit department at transit@fredericon.ca
Share Will there be a walking/ biking trail from Two nations plaza (walmart) to Brookside drive and to Royal road/main street. No busses take the route from Two nations to Brookside, if someone has car issues and has a kid in day care, it's hard to come back to Brookside or Main street with foot as there is no proper safe trail on Facebook Share Will there be a walking/ biking trail from Two nations plaza (walmart) to Brookside drive and to Royal road/main street. No busses take the route from Two nations to Brookside, if someone has car issues and has a kid in day care, it's hard to come back to Brookside or Main street with foot as there is no proper safe trail on Twitter Share Will there be a walking/ biking trail from Two nations plaza (walmart) to Brookside drive and to Royal road/main street. No busses take the route from Two nations to Brookside, if someone has car issues and has a kid in day care, it's hard to come back to Brookside or Main street with foot as there is no proper safe trail on Linkedin Email Will there be a walking/ biking trail from Two nations plaza (walmart) to Brookside drive and to Royal road/main street. No busses take the route from Two nations to Brookside, if someone has car issues and has a kid in day care, it's hard to come back to Brookside or Main street with foot as there is no proper safe trail link

Will there be a walking/ biking trail from Two nations plaza (walmart) to Brookside drive and to Royal road/main street. No busses take the route from Two nations to Brookside, if someone has car issues and has a kid in day care, it's hard to come back to Brookside or Main street with foot as there is no proper safe trail

Manique asked 28 days ago

Hi there! Although the Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP) doesn’t address specific projects and what you describe is not at this time a planned project, we will share your feedback with staff and look for opportunities to better connect this area!
Share What will the city do to stop cars from driving in bike lanes? Maclaren Avenue is particularly bad, where I haven even seen buses, police cars and city workers driving in the bike lane in order to avoid going over the speed bumps. on Facebook Share What will the city do to stop cars from driving in bike lanes? Maclaren Avenue is particularly bad, where I haven even seen buses, police cars and city workers driving in the bike lane in order to avoid going over the speed bumps. on Twitter Share What will the city do to stop cars from driving in bike lanes? Maclaren Avenue is particularly bad, where I haven even seen buses, police cars and city workers driving in the bike lane in order to avoid going over the speed bumps. on Linkedin Email What will the city do to stop cars from driving in bike lanes? Maclaren Avenue is particularly bad, where I haven even seen buses, police cars and city workers driving in the bike lane in order to avoid going over the speed bumps. link

What will the city do to stop cars from driving in bike lanes? Maclaren Avenue is particularly bad, where I haven even seen buses, police cars and city workers driving in the bike lane in order to avoid going over the speed bumps.

Marion asked 29 days ago

Hi Marion! Thanks for submitting your question. This is an issue that has been brought to our attention. The speed cushions on streets like Maclaren were designed to allow gaps to let fire trucks and busses through. Unfortunately, cars also try to drive around them. We are looking for solutions, but this is a common issue in many jurisdiction.
Share As a frequent cyclist (both for commuting and exercise), I enjoy the routes that safely separate me from traffic. I am very aware of the need to cyclists to take pedestrian traffic on these routes into mind, to keep walkers, joggers and dogs safe. This can lead to a 'conflict' between using multi-use trails (biking/walking/running) when exercising - where the speed of a cyclist can be higher and cause anxiety or risk for runners/walkers. Does the city take this into account? Are there things that can be put in place to protect people while offering exercise routes? on Facebook Share As a frequent cyclist (both for commuting and exercise), I enjoy the routes that safely separate me from traffic. I am very aware of the need to cyclists to take pedestrian traffic on these routes into mind, to keep walkers, joggers and dogs safe. This can lead to a 'conflict' between using multi-use trails (biking/walking/running) when exercising - where the speed of a cyclist can be higher and cause anxiety or risk for runners/walkers. Does the city take this into account? Are there things that can be put in place to protect people while offering exercise routes? on Twitter Share As a frequent cyclist (both for commuting and exercise), I enjoy the routes that safely separate me from traffic. I am very aware of the need to cyclists to take pedestrian traffic on these routes into mind, to keep walkers, joggers and dogs safe. This can lead to a 'conflict' between using multi-use trails (biking/walking/running) when exercising - where the speed of a cyclist can be higher and cause anxiety or risk for runners/walkers. Does the city take this into account? Are there things that can be put in place to protect people while offering exercise routes? on Linkedin Email As a frequent cyclist (both for commuting and exercise), I enjoy the routes that safely separate me from traffic. I am very aware of the need to cyclists to take pedestrian traffic on these routes into mind, to keep walkers, joggers and dogs safe. This can lead to a 'conflict' between using multi-use trails (biking/walking/running) when exercising - where the speed of a cyclist can be higher and cause anxiety or risk for runners/walkers. Does the city take this into account? Are there things that can be put in place to protect people while offering exercise routes? link

As a frequent cyclist (both for commuting and exercise), I enjoy the routes that safely separate me from traffic. I am very aware of the need to cyclists to take pedestrian traffic on these routes into mind, to keep walkers, joggers and dogs safe. This can lead to a 'conflict' between using multi-use trails (biking/walking/running) when exercising - where the speed of a cyclist can be higher and cause anxiety or risk for runners/walkers. Does the city take this into account? Are there things that can be put in place to protect people while offering exercise routes?

David Penney asked 29 days ago

Hi David! Thanks for submitting your question! This is an issue that has been coming up more and more. We have implemented speed limits on the trail and have really tried to step up our trail etiquette rules as well as enforcement and education on the trails. But as you mention the issue persists and we will be sure to include this in our discussion for the Integrated Mobility Plan!
Share It often occurs to me how infrastructure for cycling and walking stop short of getting people where they need to be, where cycling trails end in sidewalks (current situation on Crockett street) or in dirt (along 2 nations crossing), and sidewalks often end up in parking lots, without connection to the shops (with many examples here, but most notoriously the strip mall along Prospect street and the Smythe Street plaza. This often creates confusion for all users of the road, and thus dangerous situations. Is there awareness within the city of these situations? Is there ambition to improve those? Is there policy in place to make sure that in future design of roads, parking lots and (strip) malls the safety of cyclists and pedestrians is considered as well, in summer and winter? on Facebook Share It often occurs to me how infrastructure for cycling and walking stop short of getting people where they need to be, where cycling trails end in sidewalks (current situation on Crockett street) or in dirt (along 2 nations crossing), and sidewalks often end up in parking lots, without connection to the shops (with many examples here, but most notoriously the strip mall along Prospect street and the Smythe Street plaza. This often creates confusion for all users of the road, and thus dangerous situations. Is there awareness within the city of these situations? Is there ambition to improve those? Is there policy in place to make sure that in future design of roads, parking lots and (strip) malls the safety of cyclists and pedestrians is considered as well, in summer and winter? on Twitter Share It often occurs to me how infrastructure for cycling and walking stop short of getting people where they need to be, where cycling trails end in sidewalks (current situation on Crockett street) or in dirt (along 2 nations crossing), and sidewalks often end up in parking lots, without connection to the shops (with many examples here, but most notoriously the strip mall along Prospect street and the Smythe Street plaza. This often creates confusion for all users of the road, and thus dangerous situations. Is there awareness within the city of these situations? Is there ambition to improve those? Is there policy in place to make sure that in future design of roads, parking lots and (strip) malls the safety of cyclists and pedestrians is considered as well, in summer and winter? on Linkedin Email It often occurs to me how infrastructure for cycling and walking stop short of getting people where they need to be, where cycling trails end in sidewalks (current situation on Crockett street) or in dirt (along 2 nations crossing), and sidewalks often end up in parking lots, without connection to the shops (with many examples here, but most notoriously the strip mall along Prospect street and the Smythe Street plaza. This often creates confusion for all users of the road, and thus dangerous situations. Is there awareness within the city of these situations? Is there ambition to improve those? Is there policy in place to make sure that in future design of roads, parking lots and (strip) malls the safety of cyclists and pedestrians is considered as well, in summer and winter? link

It often occurs to me how infrastructure for cycling and walking stop short of getting people where they need to be, where cycling trails end in sidewalks (current situation on Crockett street) or in dirt (along 2 nations crossing), and sidewalks often end up in parking lots, without connection to the shops (with many examples here, but most notoriously the strip mall along Prospect street and the Smythe Street plaza. This often creates confusion for all users of the road, and thus dangerous situations. Is there awareness within the city of these situations? Is there ambition to improve those? Is there policy in place to make sure that in future design of roads, parking lots and (strip) malls the safety of cyclists and pedestrians is considered as well, in summer and winter?

Berend asked about 1 month ago

Thank you for the feedback as it is exactly what we’re looking to hear to help inform the IMP! Issues such as trails ending at sidewalks or gravel trails is because many of these projects are long term projects that take many years to complete and must tie in to existing in the short term. Regarding private property such as parking lots and driveways, the City encourages private developments to incorporate sidewalk to their facilities and in more recent developments are requiring them as part of their application.
Share I am writing about the safety of bicycle crossings around Fredericton. I am most concerned about the crossing on Lincoln Rd. below the Experimental Farm. I was hit there by a truck and badly injured recently when there was construction going on to remove the parking lot. But even without the construction, that is a blind hill with autos coming down quickly not giving the biker enough time to get on their bike and cross the road after checking that nothing is coming. I am also thinking about the 15+ crossings on the northside trail from the walking bridge to the strawberry farm. Bicyclists don't have the right of way so they are supposed to get on and off their bikes at each of the 15+ crossings. I have observed that with other bicyclists that that doesn't always happen thus creating potentially very dangerous situations. My daughter tells me that all across Halifax true crosswalks with lights have been added and it has helped a lot. on Facebook Share I am writing about the safety of bicycle crossings around Fredericton. I am most concerned about the crossing on Lincoln Rd. below the Experimental Farm. I was hit there by a truck and badly injured recently when there was construction going on to remove the parking lot. But even without the construction, that is a blind hill with autos coming down quickly not giving the biker enough time to get on their bike and cross the road after checking that nothing is coming. I am also thinking about the 15+ crossings on the northside trail from the walking bridge to the strawberry farm. Bicyclists don't have the right of way so they are supposed to get on and off their bikes at each of the 15+ crossings. I have observed that with other bicyclists that that doesn't always happen thus creating potentially very dangerous situations. My daughter tells me that all across Halifax true crosswalks with lights have been added and it has helped a lot. on Twitter Share I am writing about the safety of bicycle crossings around Fredericton. I am most concerned about the crossing on Lincoln Rd. below the Experimental Farm. I was hit there by a truck and badly injured recently when there was construction going on to remove the parking lot. But even without the construction, that is a blind hill with autos coming down quickly not giving the biker enough time to get on their bike and cross the road after checking that nothing is coming. I am also thinking about the 15+ crossings on the northside trail from the walking bridge to the strawberry farm. Bicyclists don't have the right of way so they are supposed to get on and off their bikes at each of the 15+ crossings. I have observed that with other bicyclists that that doesn't always happen thus creating potentially very dangerous situations. My daughter tells me that all across Halifax true crosswalks with lights have been added and it has helped a lot. on Linkedin Email I am writing about the safety of bicycle crossings around Fredericton. I am most concerned about the crossing on Lincoln Rd. below the Experimental Farm. I was hit there by a truck and badly injured recently when there was construction going on to remove the parking lot. But even without the construction, that is a blind hill with autos coming down quickly not giving the biker enough time to get on their bike and cross the road after checking that nothing is coming. I am also thinking about the 15+ crossings on the northside trail from the walking bridge to the strawberry farm. Bicyclists don't have the right of way so they are supposed to get on and off their bikes at each of the 15+ crossings. I have observed that with other bicyclists that that doesn't always happen thus creating potentially very dangerous situations. My daughter tells me that all across Halifax true crosswalks with lights have been added and it has helped a lot. link

I am writing about the safety of bicycle crossings around Fredericton. I am most concerned about the crossing on Lincoln Rd. below the Experimental Farm. I was hit there by a truck and badly injured recently when there was construction going on to remove the parking lot. But even without the construction, that is a blind hill with autos coming down quickly not giving the biker enough time to get on their bike and cross the road after checking that nothing is coming. I am also thinking about the 15+ crossings on the northside trail from the walking bridge to the strawberry farm. Bicyclists don't have the right of way so they are supposed to get on and off their bikes at each of the 15+ crossings. I have observed that with other bicyclists that that doesn't always happen thus creating potentially very dangerous situations. My daughter tells me that all across Halifax true crosswalks with lights have been added and it has helped a lot.

Joan McFarland asked 26 days ago

Hi Joan! We're sorry this happened to you. We take road safety very seriously and we have gradually been making progress on upgrading this crossing. Most recently by removing the existing parking area that was blocking sightlines. We have also installed a median island, cleared vegetation, and straightened the crossing over the last few years. The trail follows the old railway and in many cases like this the geometry is not ideal, but we make every attempt to make improvements. Regarding right of way and how to use these - as these are today, trail users do not have right of way over the road. This is decided by the provincial Motor Vehicle Act. The signage indicated that users must stop and yield to vehicles, cyclists do not have to dismount and walk. On the other hand, also having to do with the provincial Motor Vehicle Act, if they were designed as crosswalks, then by law, a cyclist would have to dismount and walk which is unlikely to yield compliance. The City has sought to get clarity over what the intent of the provincial legislation is and what can be changed to ensure we have the tools to make the safest crossing we can. Again, thank you very much for reaching out and providing your firsthand experience.
Share How can the speed limit in the downtown core and neighbourhoods be slowed to ensure the safety of those on bicycles and those walking across main streets while also facilitating the flow of vehicle traffic? (e.g., University Ave, Regent Street, Queen St.) on Facebook Share How can the speed limit in the downtown core and neighbourhoods be slowed to ensure the safety of those on bicycles and those walking across main streets while also facilitating the flow of vehicle traffic? (e.g., University Ave, Regent Street, Queen St.) on Twitter Share How can the speed limit in the downtown core and neighbourhoods be slowed to ensure the safety of those on bicycles and those walking across main streets while also facilitating the flow of vehicle traffic? (e.g., University Ave, Regent Street, Queen St.) on Linkedin Email How can the speed limit in the downtown core and neighbourhoods be slowed to ensure the safety of those on bicycles and those walking across main streets while also facilitating the flow of vehicle traffic? (e.g., University Ave, Regent Street, Queen St.) link

How can the speed limit in the downtown core and neighbourhoods be slowed to ensure the safety of those on bicycles and those walking across main streets while also facilitating the flow of vehicle traffic? (e.g., University Ave, Regent Street, Queen St.)

Holly Grasse asked 28 days ago

Hi Holly! This is a request we frequently receive. However, the solution is not quite as simple as lowering the speed limit. Although it is a factor in the speed people drive, the speed limit doesn’t have a lot of influence on travel speeds. Studies show that a driver’s speed is much more influenced by the way the road feels than the posted limit. We are certainly not ruling out the possibility of exploring a pilot project, but it is just one tool in the toolbox to lower speeds.
Share Speed bumps (speed mitigation devices?) installed on MacLaren Ave have had the impact of pushing traffic into the bike lanes. Drivers have adapted and realized that if they position their vehicle correctly, then can maintain speed while crossing the bumps - and that pushes traffic to the center or into the bike lanes. This has almost eliminated the 'safety' of those lanes. Is this issue a known one? on Facebook Share Speed bumps (speed mitigation devices?) installed on MacLaren Ave have had the impact of pushing traffic into the bike lanes. Drivers have adapted and realized that if they position their vehicle correctly, then can maintain speed while crossing the bumps - and that pushes traffic to the center or into the bike lanes. This has almost eliminated the 'safety' of those lanes. Is this issue a known one? on Twitter Share Speed bumps (speed mitigation devices?) installed on MacLaren Ave have had the impact of pushing traffic into the bike lanes. Drivers have adapted and realized that if they position their vehicle correctly, then can maintain speed while crossing the bumps - and that pushes traffic to the center or into the bike lanes. This has almost eliminated the 'safety' of those lanes. Is this issue a known one? on Linkedin Email Speed bumps (speed mitigation devices?) installed on MacLaren Ave have had the impact of pushing traffic into the bike lanes. Drivers have adapted and realized that if they position their vehicle correctly, then can maintain speed while crossing the bumps - and that pushes traffic to the center or into the bike lanes. This has almost eliminated the 'safety' of those lanes. Is this issue a known one? link

Speed bumps (speed mitigation devices?) installed on MacLaren Ave have had the impact of pushing traffic into the bike lanes. Drivers have adapted and realized that if they position their vehicle correctly, then can maintain speed while crossing the bumps - and that pushes traffic to the center or into the bike lanes. This has almost eliminated the 'safety' of those lanes. Is this issue a known one?

David Penney asked 29 days ago

Hi David! Thanks for submitting your question. This is an issue that has been brought to our attention. The speed cushions on streets like Maclaren were designed to allow gaps to let fire trucks and busses through. Unfortunately, cars also try to drive around them. We are looking for solutions, but this is a common issue in many jurisdictions.

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Integrated Mobility Plan

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Are there plans to have bike lanes along prospect street and onto Woodstock road

What will the city do to stop cars from driving in bike lanes? Maclaren Avenue is particularly bad, where I haven even seen buses, police cars and city workers driving in the bike lane in order to avoid going over the speed bumps.

How can the speed limit in the downtown core and neighbourhoods be slowed to ensure the safety of those on bicycles and those walking across main streets while also facilitating the flow of vehicle traffic? (e.g., University Ave, Regent Street, Queen St.)

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