The multi-use pathway on 117 Avenue in Maple Ridge is scheduled to be completed in summer 2023, with lighting being delayed until fall/winter. (Google Maps) A new multi-use pathway coming to Maple Ridge has been funded, in part, thanks to $500,000 from the B.C. government’s Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants program.
This new section of 117 Avenue from 207 Street to Laity Street, and then up Laity Street to Lougheed Highway, will be a three-metre-wide multi-use pedestrian and cycling path that is scheduled to be completed sometime this summer.
According to the City of Maple Ridge, this project includes “the design and construction of the asphalt multi-use path, streetlights, and traffic calming features.”
George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, explained that projects like these are important to fund due to the significant benefits they provide to local communities.
“These projects and infrastructure promote health and wellness, reduce greenhouse gas pollution, and improve livability for people and our neighbourhoods,” said Heyman.
“Together with our municipal and Indigenous partners, we are taking meaningful action toward our climate commitments and will continue to look for opportunities to partner in active transportation projects to help build better communities.”
Bob D’Eith, MLA for Maple Ridge-Mission, shared these sentiments, calling the funding a great investment for Maple Ridge.“It saves people money, helps them get exercise, and causes less traffic congestion,” said D’Eith. “Active transportation projects are really a win-win for communities.”However, not everyone is as excited about this particular project, including many residents who live on 117 Avenue, and […]
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