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WINNIPEG A popular pilot project opening some city streets to cyclists is set to begin this weekend. In 2020, the City of Winnipeg blocked off certain streets to vehicles and opened them up for cyclists and pedestrians. This year, the city said it will be opening 13 routes on city streets again, but they will only be for cyclists. The change to the pilot project – which is called the Enhanced Summer Bike Route Program – has led to some delays. The city s public works department said the change has meant all the signage needs to be fixed. What we had to do is work on the implementation strategy, said Jim Berezowsky, the director of Public Works.
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Cyclist Zach Fleisher wants enhanced summer cycling routes open as soon as possible and is concerned with current wait for them.
WINNIPEGGERS who are eagerly waiting to cycle down “open streets” this year wish the city could have put its pedal to the metal.
WINNIPEGGERS who are eagerly waiting to cycle down open streets this year wish the city could have put its pedal to the metal.
On Wednesday, the city announced the long-awaited timeline to set up the routes, which were popular last year.
Cyclist Zach Fleisher welcomed the move, but questioned why city council and staff couldn’t have implemented the plan sooner.
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A resident living on Wellington Crescent is calling for a property tax reduction for residents adjacent to ongoing riverbank stabilization and road construction.
In a letter to the City, Diane Harri said residents on Wellington Crescent between Doncaster Street and Grenfell Boulevard are being severely affected by the construction. Mature trees have been cut down. A pit was excavated about 50m from her veranda. The ongoing noise, dust and lights are a nuisance, she explained. Also, she feels the exposed property, previously protected by trees and foliage, is now at greater risk of break-in. She cited “deleterious” effects on mental health, calling the project a war-zone.