The City of Burlington is building a new multi-use pathway in downtown Burlington.
Running east/west, the new connection will cut across the heart of downtown Burlington. Similar to the promenade at Spencer Smith Park, the new pathway will accommodate both pedestrians and cyclists safely and provide access to other walkways, shops and restaurants along its length.
Paving materials, textures, urban trees, shade structures, site furnishings and opportunities for public art will be used along the route to make it friendly for both pedestrians and cyclists.
News
Phases 2 and 3 Coming Fall 2017
Work on the second and third phases of the new multi-use pathway began in September 2017.
Parking Lot Closure Notice
As part of the work to construct the second phase of the new multi-use pathway (between Elizabeth Street and John Street), parking lot #5, located on Brant Street and the northwest section of parking lot #4 on Elizabeth Street, will be closed starting Sept. 5, 2017 until winter 2017.
Alternate parking areas available during the closure are located at the waterfront parking garage at 414 Locust St. and parking lot #3 located on John Street.
What's taking place?
Construction of phases 2 and 3 will include:
- resurfacing and widening of the multi-use pathway
- resurfacing of the parking areas
- replacement of the bus shelters on both sides of John St.
- new urban trees and plantings
- new benches, lighting, and a bike shelter
- a 300m2 public space beside Brant Street that will provide additional areas for seating, entertainment and the installment of public art.
Funding Announcement
On Friday, March 31, it was announced that the City of Burlington is to receive both Canada 150 and Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) financial support for the design and construction of phase 2 and 3 of this project. As a result, timelines have been adjusted to meet the deadlines of the funding criteria. Details about the construction of each phase are below.
Construction Phases
The construction of this project has been divided into four phases to help minimize disruption in the downtown core.
Phase 1 - Pearl Street to Elizabeth Street
Construction work for the first phase of the new pathway was completed on June 9, 2017 and included the installation of a concrete pathway, lighting, bollards and resurfacing of Parking Lot No. 1 (Pearl Street Lot). Decorative elements in this section (e.g. fencing, bike racks, benches) will be added in fall 2017.
Before
After
Phase 2 and 3 - Elizabeth Street to John Street and John Street to Brant Street
The construction for these sections of the pathway will begin on Sept. 5, 2017 following Ribfest.
Phase 4 - Martha Street to Pearl Street
Construction for this section of the pathway is currently forecasted for construction in 2019.
Past Meetings
Phases 2 and 3 - May 2017
Thank you to those who attended the public meeting on May 16 to share your feedback on the proposed concept for phase 2 (Elizabeth Street to John Street) and phase 3 (John Street to Brant Street) of this project.
Summary notes from meeting on May 16, 2017
Phase 1 & Overall Project Alignment - May 2016
On Thursday, May 24, the city held an open house to share information about the new public space coming to the downtown core.
Contact
Todd Evershed, MCIP, RPP
Special Business Area Coordinator
Planning and Building Department
Tel: 905.335.7600, ext. 7870
email: todd.evershed@burlington.ca