The following is a message from the City of Calgary
East Central Complete Street Network Project Update
The City of Calgary is planning complete street improvements in East Central Calgary that include a bicycle network, pedestrian enhancements and intersection upgrades.
This project was originally called a bikeways project so people were aware of the bicycle facilities that would be added to the road. We have changed the name to more accurately reflect the scope of the project, which includes improvements for all transportation modes, as laid out in The City’s Complete Streets Policy and Guide.
Throughout the year-long public engagement process, The City collected feedback about the project, including bicycle routes and facilities, and intersection and pedestrian improvements.
Changes to recommended bicycle network
The public helped The City identify two east-west bicycle routes and one north-south route, which make up the recommended network. Curb extensions and flashing pedestrian crossings will improve safety for people walking. Due to limited funding, The City will phase construction, beginning this summer.
Phase 1 – 2017
Phase 1 will be constructed this year, and includes one north-south route and one east-west route:
- North-South Route: Marlborough Way N.E./40 Street S.E. (Between Marlborough Drive N.E. and 19 Avenue N.E. and 19 Avenue N.E.)
- East-West Route: 8 Avenue S.E./10 Avenue S.E. (Between Barlow Trail S.E. to 52 Street S.E.)
Phase 2 – 2018 (dependent on funding)
Phase 2 will be constructed when funding becomes available, and will include a second east-west route:
- Marlborough Drive N.E./Maidstone Drive N.E. (between Penbrook Drive S.E. and Barlow Trail N.E.) and 8 Avenue N.E./5 Avenue N.E., west of 36 Street N.E.
Next Steps
Detailed design is currently being completed on Phase 1 routes. The City will post final plans online when they are available and will communicate with stakeholders before and during construction, which will begin this summer.
More information
For more information about the project as well as the changes made following feedback from the open houses, please click here. If you have any questions, please call or email Ali Zaidi at 403-268-1749 or ali.zaidi@calgary.ca.