Bike Lane Encourages Green Travel, Healthy Lifestyles
March 22, 2005
Richmond – The extension of the bike lane north on Garden City Road will help encourage commuters to get out of their cars and get on their bikes, says Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Greg Halsey-Brandt.
“Cycling is becoming more and more popular as a way from getting to point A to point B,” said Reid. “Safety is a concern for bikers so I’m pleased that we can construct this bike lane between Capstan Way and Sea Island Way to keep them off the busy street.”
Municipalities across British Columbia have more opportunities to create new cycling transportation routes as the result of new provincial government funding under the Cycling Infrastructure Partnerships Program.
“We’re matching Richmond’s contribution to create the bike lane, a funding grant of $72,650 towards the total funding cost of $145,300,” said Halsey-Brandt. “This is another example of ways our government is committed to sustainable environmental management and cleaner transportation options.”
“Richmond City Council recognizes the importance of encouraging bicycle travel in Richmond, and is pleased the Province is working in partnership with the City on this beneficial community initiative,” says Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “This project will not only enhance our environment and the City's cycling network, but will also minimize potential conflicts between vehicles and cyclists on Garden City Road.”
The Province is dedicating $2 million over two years to the CIPP, which is a cost-shared program between the province and municipal and regional governments to build new cycling routes that link existing modes of alternative transit.
On-Street Cycling Network Plan
