2010 03 18
HRM is considering significant changes to traffic patterns in Downtown Halifax.
Downtown Halifax currently has a mix of one-way and two-way traffic flow. HRM by Design proposed changes to traffic patterns to reduce the number of vehicle travel lanes with the goal of increasing street space available for on-street parking, bike lanes, and other potential uses. The plan involves a number of streets that currently have two-way flow being converted to one-ways. The specifics of the proposed plan, and the rationale for considering these changes, are included in an information sheet at http://www.halifax.ca/traffic/documents/DowntownTrafficPatternsInformationSheet.pdf.
Before seeking input from the general public on these changes, HRM Transportation & Public Works would like to get feedback from the businesses in Downtown Halifax as they will have a major stake in such a plan.
There will be an open house, drop-in style information and feedback session for downtown businesses on April 8, 2010, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. It will be held at The Hub, 1673 Barrington Street, 2nd Floor. Light refreshments will be available.
Dave McCusker with HRM Transportation & Public Works would also welcome comments by letter or email:
Dave McCusker, P.Eng.
Manager, Strategic Transportation Planning
Transportation & Public Works
Tel: (902) 490-6696
Fax: (902) 490-6233
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Website: http://www.halifax.ca