Winnipeg, MB – Construction of the West Alexander Pedestrian Cycling Corridor on McDermot Avenue from Arlington Street to Furby Street will begin on Monday, August 28.
This $1.3 million project includes the addition of a two-way protected bike lane along McDermot Avenue between Arlington Street and Furby Street, street resurfacing and sidewalk renewal as well as enhanced street crossings for pedestrians at select intersections. As part of the project McDermot Avenue between Arlington Street and Sherbrook Street will be permanently converted to a one-way street for eastbound traffic only.
“This project will accommodate all modes of transportation, improve connectivity between current and future walk bike infrastructure, and enhance safety,” said Stephanie Whitehouse, active transportation coordinator. “The City will work to mitigate construction impacts as much as possible and we appreciate the patience of residents, hospital staff and users while we work to make these improvements.”
In addition to McDermot Avenue becoming a one-way street eastbound between Arlington Street and Sherbrook Street, starting Monday, a number of traffic routing changes will be in place during construction and after construction is complete. Full details as well as routing suggestions for accessing the Health Sciences Centre are available on the project website.
It is anticipated that the project will take approximately two months to complete. In the meantime, motorists can expect traffic delays and are urged to allow additional travel time and to use alternative routes during construction.
For more information about this project, please visit winnipeg.ca/westalexander.