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Hurontario-Main cycling integration

The Hurontario-Main Street Study gives more than a casual nod of the head to recognize the role of cycling in its multi-modal goals.  At the end of March 2010 the findings of the Study will be presented to the public. A corporate report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works states clearly that we should not expect a continuous end-to-end cycling corridor. However, it also explicitly states that cyclists should be accommodated and integrating with the cycling network is a priority.

Excerpt from “Cycling” section of the Hurontario-Main Street Study Status Update Report, Feb 4, 2010:

In addition to the Study recommendation for implementing LRT technology, a key issue has been the extent of cycling amenities and integration proposed for this corridor. It is recognized that access to the rapid transit system and our Urban Growth Centre primary roadway should accommodate cyclists and that developing connections between the Hurontario corridor and the adjacent cycling network is a priority. An issue has been the extent and nature of continuous cycling lanes within the corridor itself, especially in areas with limited right-of-way, costly structure expansion requirements, potential conflicts with trafñc, on-street parking and high pedestrian transit volumes. For these reasons, and given plans for the development of key parallel cycling facilities, the study is not recommending the provision of a continuous cycling corridor on the entire Hurontarìo corridor, but supports the development of significant segments. Where on-road facilities are planned, special attention should be paid to balancing safety and mobility. Consideration should be given to curb separated facilities if feasible.

MCAC has not received any preliminary notices on the cycling details. We may need to wait until the end of March 2010 as everyone else.  Here are some topics to consider:   Continue reading Hurontario-Main cycling integration

The Middle Road: Cycling a Better Way

As the City puts the finishing touches on its Cycling Master Plan, cyclists are holding their collective breath in anticipation. Through public consultations the past year, residents have consistently identified one cycling priority above all others — connectivity. [...]

Consider This: From Speedway to Heed-way

Meadowvale residents of Mockingbird Lane in Ward 10 are understandably disturbed by the recurring incidents of speeding cars on their residential street. On April 9, 2009 Mississauga News reported a speeding BMW lost control and slammed into a house. Fortunately no one was killed – this time.

When this lane was built, I’m sure there were assumptions that it would host walkers, cyclists, kids at play, dogs being walked, and slow moving vehicles driving to or from the local residences. Currently, there is an underlying fear of being struck by a racing car. This recent incident proves that this fear doesn’t leave one’s mind once they are off the street and in their yard or house. The question is: How can this street be redesigned to provide not just safety, but live up to its true potential? Continue reading Consider This: From Speedway to Heed-way

Unoffical Results of Cycling Survey

The City of Mississauga with iTrans conducted a survey from January until September 2008 to obtain opinions about cycling in Mississauga. Preliminary results of the survey have been released, Continue reading Unoffical Results of Cycling Survey

Consider This: Bicycle Boulevards

Bicycle Boulevards create liveable neighborhoods by making them friendly for cyclists and pedestrians. The ideal candidates for bicycle boulevards are streets that weren’t originally meant to be a fast moving thoroughfare, but for one reason or another have turned into major traffic collectors. [...]