Formerly busy streets have slowed to a new pace during the coronavirus pandemic, due to a City of Vancouver initiative that’s limited access on residential roads.
With the use of barriers and signs first put up in April, the Slow Streets strategy has aimed to free up space for walkers and cyclists to exercise in their community while social distancing.
This includes pedestrians being able to pass by one another on the roadway if it is free and clear of traffic.
Now – the City is asking what locals think of the changes, which have seen the reclamation of nearly 30 kilometres of residential roads – by those who live and shop locally.
Fill out its online survey and answer the following:
– Which Slow Streets do you use the most?
– How often and what form of travel do you use on them?
– Have Slow Streets improved your ability to social distance?
The city plans to use feedback from residents and businesses and make adjustments to the locations – most of which are in East Vancouver – this fall.
By summer’s end, the municipality plans on adding measures to Slow Streets, which are expected to continue at a slowed pace through 2021.
