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Transportation

Transit Delays
The Director of Transit has provided a comprehensive update on delays we are experiencing in the transit system. The situation is similar to what the City is experiencing in other departments (recreation, library services, etc.) and that many businesses and...

Residential Street Plow – November 2022
Plowing of residential streets will begin Thursday morning to improve overall roadway conditions. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect Thursday, November 24, 2022 at 7 a.m. until Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 7 p.m. Residents...

WHY I Support Strategic Investments in Roads
I will work with Council to support investment in key economic trade routes – specifically Kenaston Boulevard and the extension of Chief Peguis Trail. I have been and always will be a supporter of investing in economic trade routes. We need to focus on avenues of...

2022 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
2022 is another year for record road construction! This year, $164.7 Million will be invested into regional and local streets city wide. You can check where construction is occurring in the City by viewing the 2022 Construction Map, which is updated at the start of...

Construction Notice – Bonnycastle Pathway Replacement
2022 ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PATHWAY RENEWAL - RHG BONNYCASTLE SCHOOL PATHWAY – SYRACUSE CRES. TO CHANCELLOR DR Very exciting news! Pleased to have been working with the City to have a replacement of the Bonnycastle pathway! This pathway runs along side the large...

Construction Notice – Brady Rd from South of Cedar Glen Rd to South Perimeter
2022 GRAVEL RESURFACING PROGRAM BRADY RD – FROM SOUTH OF CEDAR GLEN RD TO SOUTH PERIMETER (SERVICE ROAD) This street will receive gravel resurfacing and enhanced maintenance as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. In spring of 2022, the...

Construction Notice – De Vos Rd from Pembina Hwy to End
2022 GRAVEL RESURFACING PROGRAM DE VOS RD FROM PEMBINA HWY TO END This street will receive gravel resurfacing and enhanced maintenance as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. In spring of 2022, the City of Winnipeg received $800,000.00...

Construction Notice – Markham Rd from University Cres to Snow St
2022 GRAVEL RESURFACING PROGRAM MARKHAM RD – FROM UNIVERSITY CRES TO SNOW ST This street will receive gravel resurfacing and enhanced maintenance as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. In spring of 2022, the City of Winnipeg received...

Construction Notice – Gravel Re-Surfacing of Sigma Ave, Dunkley, Post, Alpha and Front Streets
2022 GRAVEL RESURFACING PROGRAM SIGMA AVE – FROM DUNKLEY ST TO POST ST, SIGMA AVE – FROM ALPHA TO FRONT ST, POST ST – FROM MCGILLIVRAY BLVD TO END, DUNKLEY ST – FROM SIGMA AVE TO MCGILLIVRAY BLVD, ALPHA ST – FROM MCGILLIVRAY BLVD TO SIGMA AVE, FRONT ST – FROM...

Construction Notice – Lee Blvd from Waverley St to End (West of Waverley)
2022 GRAVEL RESURFACING PROGRAM LEE BLVD – FROM WAVERLEY ST TO END (WEST OF WAVERLEY) This street will receive gravel resurfacing and enhanced maintenance as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. In spring of 2022, the City of Winnipeg...

Construction Notice – Waverley Street (Southbound) from Cadboro Rd to 165m South of Cadboro Rd
2022 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROGRAM WAVERLEY ST – FROM CADBORO RD TO 165m SOUTH OF CADBORO This street will receive asphalt resurfacing as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. In spring of 2022, the City of Winnipeg received $800,000.00 from...

Traffic Study – Kenaston Common Drive and McGillivray Boulevard
June 9, 2022 Update: A left turn signal will be installed summer 2022 at the intersection of Kenaston Common Drive and McGillivray Blvd. This left turn signal will reduce the number of vehicles turning on an amber or red light, and will improve traffic flow in the...

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations – Bridgwater Centre
Very exciting news! Today, we just approved the installation of two electric vehicle charging stations at the Bridgwater Red River Co-op site! These will be rapid charging stations able to fully charge a vehicle within 30 minutes, at the Co-op rate of 33 cents a...

Traffic Calming on Residential Streets
I’ve been involved in improving the pedestrian and cycling environments, and traffic calming for almost 20 years. I can attest to the fact that the City of Winnipeg has come a long way in their approach to traffic calming, but for sure more needs to be done, but one...

Construction Notice – Shillingstone Rd from Columbia Dr to Columbia Dr
2022 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM GULL LAKE RD FROM EAST LAKE DR TO MARKHAM RD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

Construction Notice – Gull Lake Rd from East Lake Dr to Markham Rd
2022 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM GULL LAKE RD FROM EAST LAKE DR TO MARKHAM RD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent...

Construction Notice – Hillberry Bay from Columbia Dr to Columbia Dr
2022 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM HILLBERRY BAY FROM COLUMBIA DR TO COLUMBIA DR The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See letter sent to...

Construction Notice – Caldwell Cres from Scurfield Blvd to Scurfield Blvd
2022 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM CALDWELL CRES FROM SCURFIELD BLVD TO SCURFIELD BLVD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter ...

Construction Notice – Blackwood Bay from Marrington Rd to Marrington Rd
2022 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM BLACKWOOD BAY FROM MARRINGTON RD TO MARRINGTON RD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter...

Sandusky Drive Turning Lane
I continue to receive many calls about the back up of traffic on Sandusky Drive entering onto Waverley. In 2016, I had the Public Service study the area and they produced a Sandusky Drive report. At that time the volume of traffic did not merit a northbound turning...

Construction Notice – Lakeshore Rd – Chancellor Dr to Chancellor Dr
2022 LOCAL STREET RENEWAL PROGRAM LAKESHORE ROAD - FROM CHANCELLOR DRIVE TO CHANCELLOR DRIVE The above street renewal project has been delayed for construction until the spring of 2023. The construction start date is not yet determined. Residents will be notified...

Construction Notice – Lakeshore Rd – Frontage of Numbers 27 to 51
2022 LOCAL STREET RENEWAL PROGRAM LAKESHORE ROAD FRONTAGE - FRONTAGE OF NOS. 27-51 The above street renewal project has been delayed for construction until the spring of 2023. The construction start date is not yet determined. Residents will be notified approximately...

Construction Notice – Chancellor Dr from Augusta Dr to Quincy Bay
2022 LOCAL STREET RENEWAL PROGRAM CHANCELLOR DRIVE - FROM AUGUSTA DRIVE TO QUINCY BAY October 2022 Update: Due to weather conditions, construction on Chancellor Drive from Augusta Drive to Quincy Bay ended for the 2022 season. Remaining work, including sidewalk and...

Construction Notice – Glenacres Cr – Millstream Wy to Millstream Wy
2022 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM GLENACRES CR – MILLSTREAM WY to MILLSTREAM RD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent...

Expansion of Transit into Bridgwater Trails
Photo: Route 672 Killarney - Proposed Routing Extension I’m very pleased to share the good news that transit services will be expanded further into Bridgwater Trails. Routes 671 & 672 will be expanded in Fall 2022 (See full report). We’ve seen much construction in...

Update: South Perimeter Maintenance
Thank you, Hal Anderson and 680 CJOB for our discussion on ice and maintenance challenges on the South Perimeter Highway this morning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHeUjpDqBrI

Richmond West Selected for Pilot on Speed Reduction
The City of Winnipeg engineers have selected a portion of the Richmond West neighbourhood to be part of the Reduced Speed Neighbourhood Pilot study: Richmond West (bounded by Pembina Highway, Perimeter Highway, Waverley Street/Tim Sale Drive and Sandusky...

Get a Free Charge for Your Electric Vehicle
Thank you City of Winnipeg staff for providing this overview. If you are an electric vehicle (EV) user looking for a charge, you can now pull up to new charging stations added at four City facilities. The stations are free to use as part of the City’s new pilot...

South Perimeter Safety
Thank you to CJOB and Richard Cloutier for continuing to cover the lack of maintenance issue on the south Perimeter. Until structural upgrades are made – we must ensure strong ‘band aids’ are put in place to ensure optimum safety on this trade corridor. I encourage...

3 Way Stop Signs Approved – Keslar and Bairdmore
Since 2018, I’ve had this intersection studied every two years to see if a 3 way stop sign met criteria, and finally, the public service is recommending the installation of a 3-way stop sign at Keslar Road and Bairdmore Blvd. I’ve received many calls from residents...

Review of Snow & Ice Clearing Policies Underway
Thank you to all residents who have been sending in their concerns related to the removal of snow and ice! Please know your feedback is being directed to the Public Service, and will be reviewed as part of the Snow & Ice Clearing Policy Review that is underway!...

Encouraging Resident to Report Abandoned Vehicles
Is there a vehicle that has been parked on a street for an extraordinary long time and not moved? (Probably easy to identify as it will have morphed into a snowbank by now!) Especially in winter, these abandoned vehicles covered and surrounded by snow, can become a...

Abandoned Vehicles
I’ve attached some photos I’ve taken, and that people have sent to me. These 'marshmallows' are vehicles that have been parked on the streets for weeks! Some for months! It’s just incredible that so many vehicles are using the streets as public parking lots. These...

Residential Street Plow – February 2022
Plowing of residential streets will begin Wednesday morning to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 7 a.m. Residents are urged to confirm...

Speeding Up Removal of Derelict & Abandoned Vehicles
March 8, 2022 Update: The Assiniboia Community Committee recommended to the Standing Policy Committee on Protection, Community Services and Parks that the Winnipeg Public Service be directed to report back on both the below motions within 90 days. On March 8, 2022,...

Purple/Blue Street Lights
Thank you to Global News for covering this story. Manitoba Hydro Working to Fix Purple Lights in Winnipeg I have received calls from residents inquiring about why Manitoba Hydro’s street lights are a purple/blue color. Please know that Manitoba Hydro owns and...

Residential Street Plow – January 2022
Plowing of residential streets will begin Thursday evening to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 7 p.m. Residents are urged to confirm...

Residential Street Plow – December 2021
Plowing of residential streets will begin Thursday evening to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 7 p.m. Residents are urged to confirm...

Too Many Not Braking for School Buses
Photo Credit: DAVID LIPNOWSKI / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS FILES Thank you Winnipeg Free Press for covering this important issue. Too many not braking for school buses By: Joyanne Pursaga Posted: Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 The flashing red lights on school bus stop signs are...

Speed Changing on Bison Drive
Speed limits will be changing from 80km/h to 60 km/h. on Bison Drive. The speed will be reduced on Bison Drive to 60km/h between the entrance of Superstore and 100 metres west of Barnes Ave. The Public Service recently conducted a review of speed limits on Bison...

Moving Towards Zero Emission
Winnipeg Transit is currently developing a zero-emission roll-out plan to guide future bus purchases and infrastructure investment beyond 2026 and is on track to complete the transition to a 100% zero-emission fleet by 2045. But moving - gradually - towards a zero...

Residential Street Plow – Know Your Zone
Plowing of residential streets will begin Saturday morning to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Saturday, November 27 at 7 a.m. With consistently milder temperatures in...

Noise in a Growing City
March 8, 2022 Update: The Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works received the verbal report of the Winnipeg Public Service as information. Public Works had reached out to the University of Manitoba Faculty Engineering but their staff were...

Traffic Study – Augusta Drive
January 13, 2022 Update: The Public Works committee conducted a study on Augusta Drive west of Chancellor Drive to determine if a 30 km/h reduced speed school zone could be installed. Augusta Drive does not meet the requirements set out in the Manitoba School Zone...

Expanding Transit to Bridgwater Trails
Please know I am working to have an expansion of transit into Bridgewater Trails neighbourhood. Our neighbourhoods are growing so rapidly it seem we are always playing catch up with transit. For transit to be effective, there needs to be enough people who are looking...

Update – Advance Warning Flashers on Kenaston Blvd
I’ve received many calls over the past three years from residents concerned about pedestrian and cycling safety when crossing Kenaston to access Bridgwater Town Center. Specifically crossing Kenaston at North and South Town Roads and at Bison Rd. This is a very...

School Bus Safety Being Disregarded
Photo Credit: CBC I’ve been contacted by a school bus driver sharing some very disturbing information. The driver is asking me to help create awareness around the laws related to the critical need for drivers to stop – when a school bus is dropping off or picking up...

Eight of Winnipeg’s top 10 High Collision Intersections in South Winnipeg
Thank you to media for covering this important issue: Winnipeg Sun Winnipeg Free Press CTV This is not the list we want to be on. But enforcement is coming. However, enforcement is only part of the solution to reducing collisions and saving lives. YOUR driving skills...

Construction Notice – Meadowbank Road – from Marygrove Crescent to Columbia Drive
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM MEADOWBAN RD - MARYGROVE CRES to COLUMBIA DR The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

Pandemic Increasing Death on Roadways
Photo Credit: Winnipeg Free Press Please drive with extreme caution. You may be the best driver on the road, but the pandemic is causing great stress in society, and we are experiencing a dramatic increase in death on our roadways. Summer time is a time for road...

UPDATE: Speeding and Noise in Waverley West ward & City of Winnipeg
Please listen to this interview on speed, racing and noise in the Waverley West ward and our City: https://youtu.be/cX-sCmphNQQ THANK YOU residents of Waverley West for diligently reporting speeding and noise issues over the past few years. I’m absolutely confident...

Exploring Winnipeg by Bike
Bike rides are a great way to spend time outside and enjoy the many trails and active transportation paths that Winnipeg has to offer. Here are a few tips to keep in mind before you head out on your next bicycle trip: Bike registry The City recovers up to 1,000 bikes...

Noisy Vehicles in the City
December 1, 2021 Update: On September 15, 2021, Council concurred in the recommendation of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works to direct the Winnipeg Public Service to report back to the Standing Committee in 90 days on the costs...

Construction Notice – Braeside Pl – from Point West Dr to End
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM BRAESIDE PL – from POINT WEST DR to END The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

Enhanced Summer Bike Route Program Comes to Rose Lake Court
This year the City of Winnipeg is PILOTING an ‘Enhanced Summer Bike Route’ program on 17 streets in the City of Winnipeg. Rose Lake Court (circular section) is one of the streets being PILOTED. WHAT is an Enhanced Summer Bike Route ? It is a street that limits motor...

Improving Sidewalk Reconstruction
Photo Credit: CBC The public service brings forward recommendations to Councillors for local and regional streets reconstructions. Some of the recommendations include constructing a sidewalk into the reconstructed street. On the other hand, some of the sidewalks...

Traffic Calming to Access Jinnah Park
January 2022 Update: I am very pleased to announce that a pedestrian crosswalk will be installed crossing Tim Sale Drive at the path between Cattail Cove and Waterstone Drive, in front of Jinnah Park. The motion (see below) I moved in 2020 to facilitate access to...

Traffic Calming at Ecole South Pointe School
Photo Credit: CBC Ecole South Pointe School is over capacity with students. On the other hand, a new elementary school will not be constructed and available for occupancy for a minimum of 2.5 years. And the pedestrian and vehicular traffic surrounding Ecole South...

Wayfinding for Active Transportation
One of the six strategic goals, directions and actions in the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies Policy, adopted by Council on July 15, 2015, is to create awareness about walking and cycling in Winnipeg. Wayfinding signage, and trip planning were identified as key...

Traffic Calming on Lee Blvd
The City of Winnipeg conducted a speed and traffic calming study of Lee Boulevard in 2018. At that time the Public Service did not recommend any traffic calming infrastructure be applied to the residential section of Lee Boulevard. Multi-family dwellings on Shore...

Street Design in New Developments
Street design determines vehicular speed and the City of Winnipeg’s Development Agreement Parameters directs developers to construct streets in accordance with the City’s Standard Construction Specifications. The Development Agreement Parameters were approved by...

Kirkbridge Drive Traffic Calming
Kirkbridge Drive provides a key connector access route to the neighbourhood of South Pointe and the new community of Waverley West. Kirkbridge Drive is a collector street with multiple curves and blind spots. There is a 30 km school zone, but excessive speeding is...

Improving Safety at Kenaston Boulevard & Bishop Grandin Boulevard
There are multiple reports of vehicles on northbound Kenaston Boulevard driving through the signalized intersection and crossing over lanes of oncoming vehicles. The signalized intersection of Bishop Grandin Boulevard and Kenaston Boulevard is on a curve, under a...

Scurfield Turning Signal
There has been an increase in car dealerships on Waverley Street which has increased the traffic using Scurfield Boulevard. The nearby Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology has increased its campus size which has also led to an increase in traffic volumes. There...

Prioritizing Painting of Pedestrian & Cycling Crossings
One of the six strategic goals, directions and actions in the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies Policy, adopted by Council on July 15, 2015, is to improve sidewalk and bicycle network maintenance. During the public consultation for the Pedestrian and Cycling...

Street Speed Limit Study
This is an excellent overview on speed limits: Research supports reduced-speed initiative Speed limits on all roadways within Manitoba have historically been universally defined (without room for local interpretation or adjustment) by the Highway Traffic Act, which...

University Crescent Road Reconstruction
University Crescent from Pembina to Chancellor Matheson Rd is undergoing a two year, $9.9 M reconstruction. Phase 1 occurs in 2021 and will be a complete reconstruction of both north and south bound University Crescent between Sifton Rd and Chancellor Matheson Rd....

Construction Notice – Pincarrow Rd – Scurfield Blvd to Eglinton Cr
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM PINCARROW RD – SCURFIELD BLVD to EGLINTON CR The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

Syracuse Crescent Road Reconstruction
Work on Syracuse Cr - between Chancellor Dr and Chancellor Dr - is scheduled to begin late May. See the letter sent to residents. Construction Start: Late May Duration: To be determined and will be detailed in next notice Traffic implications: Syracuse Crescent...

Construction Notice – Glenacres Cr – Millstream Wy to Millstream Wy
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM GLENACRES CR – MILLSTREAM WY to MILLSTREAM RD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. Construction Start:...

Construction Notice – Scurfield Blvd – Columbia Dr to Portwood Rd
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM SCURFIELD BLVD – COLUMBIA DR to PORTWOOD RD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

Construction Notice – Leamington Gt – Burlington Wy to Columbia Dr
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM LEAMINGTON GT – BURLINGTON Wy to COLUMBIA DR The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

Construction Notice – Marygrove Cr – Columbia Dr to Columbia Dr
2021 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM MARYGROVE CR – COLUMBIA DR to COLUMBIA DR The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2021 Local Street Renewal Program. See the letter sent to...

2021 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
There will be much construction throughout the City in 2021. You can check on where construction is occurring in the City by viewing the 2021 Construction Map, which will be updated at the start of construction season. Each year the Public Works department provides...

Safety Improvements to North Bound Kenaston Blvd
All major collision intersections in Winnipeg are being studies as part of the Master Transportation Review. Due to the many crashes that seem to be occurring at the intersection of Kenaston and Bishop Grandin, I am requesting the traffic engineers study and apply...

Speed & Traffic Calming Streets
Speeding vehicles in Winnipeg is an increasing problem year after year. This year, I expect it will continue to even be more of a problem. Cities across Canada are reporting with more and more people working from home due to the pandemic, the streets are less...

Active Transportation Route Through the Field Connecting Whyte Ridge & Bridgwaters
UPDATE: On April 9, 2020, the public service provided a verbal update on the complexities and cost to construct a pathway linking Bridgwater Lakes to Whyte Ridge. The estimated cost to construct is approximately $1.65 million. At this time, this is not a top city...

Bison Drive Build Out
Since elected in 2014, I estimate I’ve brought forward over 40 requests to have engineers in Public Works study traffic issues ranging from: Traffic calming (speeding) Installing stop signs (due to increased traffic volumes) Installing turning signals (arrows in...

Left-turn Signal – Pembina/Dalhousie/Bairdmore (south) Intersection
I’ve received many requests for the installation of a left turn signal at Pembina/Dalhousie/Bairdmore (south) intersection. I had the engineers in the Public Works department study this intersection in 2017 (See Report) and then had them go out this past summer and...

Hawstead Road Traffic Calming Pilot
Residents of Hawstead Road reached out to me in early 2019 to see what I could do to calm the speeding traffic and reduce the volume of traffic on Hawstead Road. I requested the engineers in the Public Works department study the problems and report back. In spring of...

Transit Expansion – Southwest Winnipeg & Beyond
The City is seeking resident’s input on many projects that were underway before Covid-19. Covid-19 is making the public engagement process more difficult, so I will be sending focused messages to residents on issues directly related to Waverley West. To see all the...

Seeking Neighbourhood Advisory Group Members – Improving Transportation in Waverley West and Winnipeg
The City is seeking resident’s input on many projects that were underway before Covid-19. Covid-19 is making the public engagement process more difficult, so I will be sending focused messages to residents on issues directly related to Waverley West. To see all the...

Traffic signals now operate 24 hours per day
To help improve pedestrian safety at signalized intersections around the city, traffic signals are no longer programmed to operate in amber/red flash mode at night, in the early morning hours, and on weekends. The change went into effect October 1, 2020. “When these...

Parents – Transportation To and From Schools
COVID is presenting significant transportation challenges for students attending schools. Pembina Trails School Division is responsible for transporting students who live further than 1.6 km. from the school, and the City is responsible for providing transportation...

Encouraging Waverley West Residents to Contact to Minister of Infrastructure
Photo Credit: John Einarson/CBC Please see the letter I’ve written to Minister Schuler in support of using photo enforcement to assist in making our roads safer. I encourage you to write or email (minmi@leg.gov.mb.ca) Minister Schuler in support of photo enforcement....

Road Safety Plan – Phase One
The City is launching a year long project to develop a Road Safety Plan with the goal of implementing short-term solutions and long-term investments over the next 3-5 years and beyond. What is a Road Safety Plan ? Quite simply - a detailed plan of actions that...

Road Safety Plan: Phase One – Video
For everyone that has contacted me about ROAD SAFETY, and for those who want to improve road safety in Waverley West and in Winnipeg – please watch this video and take action! I need YOU to provide feedback, ideally by the end of September. Watch the video and provide...

Seeking Advisors – Waverley West Active Transportation Group
I am seeking people who are interested in being part of an ‘Active Transportation Advisory Group for Waverly West.’ I’d like your advice on many active transportation topics! Are you a parent who wants / needs your child to walk or cycle to school, and would like to...

Three Year History – Updating Temporary Traffic Control Plan Manual
In April 2017, I brought forward a motion to update the Temporary Traffic Control Plan Manual to have a stronger focus on active transportation – three key actions items were to: (full motion below). Update the City of Winnipeg’s Temporary Traffic Control Plan Manual...

Controlled Intersection – Sandusky Drive
On May 31, 2016, I had the Winnipeg Public Service to conduct a traffic study to determine if a controlled intersection or widening of the Sandusky Drive northbound turning lane is warranted due to existing traffic from Kirkbridge Park that backs up at the...

Slower Speed Limits in Waverley West
Much work / study and analysis has been done by City engineers in determining revised speeds on certain streets in the Waverley West ward. Signs will be installed notifying drivers when the speed reduction goes into effect. For additional details on these streets and...

Southview Crescent Road Reconstruction
Work on Southview Crescent Road is scheduled to begin on June 30, 2020. The work will be a full road reconstruction around the curve on Southview Crescent from the beginning radius to the end of radius, and new roadway construction south of curve for the new...

Councillors urge city to boost safety by improving markings
Thank you Winnipeg Free Press for covering this important issue. Faded paint lines not street smart By: Joyanne Pursaga | Posted: 06/24/2020 WINNIPEG drivers have likely all faced the challenge: you want to stay in your lane but you’re not sure where it is....

Determining Locations of On Street Parking – Creekside Rd.
It appears the Public Works department does not have a formal process in place - in new developments - to determine which side of the street parking should be installed on! Or a process to follow when residents want to switch the side of street the parking goes on....

Slow Down – Speed in Waverley West
Thank you CBC for this excellent article: Readers – please ensure you watch the video of speeders drifting in the parking lot at Save On Foods. Hit the brakes, councillor pleads after vandalism, racing through Waverley West Sean Kavanagh · CBC News · Posted: Jun 02,...

Albrin Park Pathway Reconstruction
Albrin Park Pathway will close for reconstruction effective June 11, 2020. The pathway reconstruction will include widening, installation of a new asphalt surface, and installation of new benches. Details can be found in the letter sent to residents. ADDITIONAL...

Bison Pointe Pathway Widening
I’m very pleased to announce this heavily used connector pathway is being widened! Located between the Mosaic and Bison Pointe. This pathway is a key connector to many multi-family units, and the neighbourhood of Fairfield Park and provides excellent access to Bison...

Traffic Studies in Waverley West
When an entire new community of 40,000+ residents is ‘attached’ to an existing community, traffic patterns evolve and change. I’ve had many traffic studies conducted by the City’s traffic engineers over the years, seeking to improve safety. While I’d like to think the...

2020 Active Transportation Construction – Waverley West
2020 Active Transportation Projects – Waverley West There is a tremendous investment in Active Transportation this year throughout the City. In addition, more roads have restricted vehicle access Monday – Sunday, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm to allow more space for pedestrians...

2020 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
This is an extremely handy map showing ALL road / pathway construction occurring throughout Winnipeg in the 2020 construction season. Each year the Public Works department provides Councillors with a Streets Condition and Back Lanes Condition map of their ward....

Traffic Study – Centre Street at Park West Drive and Park East Drive
Increasing residential and business growth in Bridgwater Center is resulting in increased traffic at the intersection of Centre Street and Park West Drive and Park East Drive (north ends). Residents have been calling to request a four way stop sign be installed. On...

Traffic Calming: Your Street and Neighbourhood
I receive many calls from resident who want to know how to calm the speeding traffic on their residential street and in their neighbourhood. In many cities throughout the world, the speed limit is reduced to 30 km/hr on residential streets to calm traffic. Winnipeg is...

Traffic Study – 3-Way Stops on Blue Meadow Road
I’ve had multiple requests from residents to have a three-way stop sign installed at Blue Meadow / Creekside and North Town Road. I moved a motion for the Public Service to review this intersection (see Full report). The Public Service determined that when the study...

Open Letter to Parents – Bridgwater Speed & Racing
This message is for everyone, but is directed to parents with a request that you talk to your kids about the deathly dangers of speed. In my graduating year, two classmates died when a powerful car they were passengers in crashed and rolled. The following year, when...

Construction Notices – Chancellor Drive
The sidewalk renewal projects for Chancellor drive from Gaylene Place to rapid transit corridor (NORTH SIDE) and from rapid transit corridor to West Lake Crescent have been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2020 Local Sidewalk Renewal...

Traffic Study – Waverley Street
As new developments emerge, traffic patterns develop and do not necessarily fit into existing road infrastructure. The Manitoba Islamic Association’s Grand Mosque’s has experienced tremendous membership growth over the past five years, resulting in increased traffic...

Traffic Study – Speed Limit on Waverley Street, from Bishop Grandin Boulevard to Sandusky Drive
In a rapidly growing new development such as Waverley West, many new traffic patterns emerge as more and more residents move to the neighbourhoods. I received multiple calls asking if the speed limit of 80 km/hr - currently posted on Waverley Street – could be...

Traffic Study – Lee Boulevard and Waverley Street
Residents contacted me because they were concerned about speeding on Lee Boulevard. Excessive development in the area, combined with residents from the apartments using Lee Blvd to exist vs Bison Rd seems to be resulting in much speeding on the entire length of Lee...

Proposed Median Opening Serving an Existing Commercial Development Located at 350 North Town Road
I’ve had many residents and business owners call to see if there could be a safety improvement to the intersection of North Town Road and north bound Kenaston. Vehicles existing the shopping center (by Tim Hortons & Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital ) can only turn...

Traffic Study – Appleford Gate between Brace Bridge Road and Bison Drive
For the past two years I’ve received calls from residents informing me that vehicles speed down Appleford Gate. The road design, combined with the open space created an environment conducive to speeding on Appleford Gate. Speeding anywhere is not good, and not good...

Traffic Study – Chancellor Drive
Chancellor Drive is a busy street with two elementary schools located at either end. Residents were calling concerned about the number of speeding vehicles on Chancellor. On May 7, 2018, I moved a motion to have the Winnipeg Public Service conduct a traffic study to...

Traffic Study – Keslar Road
Residents were contacting me asking for improved safety and traffic calming measures on Keslar Road. Many new homes and apartments had been constructed on Lee Blvd. There is a playstructure and park located on Keslar, and many children and families were now using...

Traffic Study – Tim Sale Drive and Kirkbridge Drive
With the opening of Ecole South Pointe School, traffic patterns were changing. School catchments for Ecole South Pointe School extend into Richmond West and children must cross Tim Sale Drive (formerly Waverley Road) to reach South Pointe School. With the growth of...

Traffic Study – Left Turn Signal at Pembina Highway and Bairdmore Boulevard / Dalhousie Drive (North)
I’ve had many request for a left turn signal on northbound Pembina Highway turning west onto Bairdmore Boulevard (north intersection). There is an increase in southbound Pembina traffic and an increase in north bound traffic. Many vehicles end up turning left off...

Pedestrian and Cycling Monitoring Program – Pembina Highway Buffered Bike Lanes
The first ‘buffered’ bike lanes in the City that were constructed into regional road rehabilitation, are located on Pembina Highway. Between 2013 – 2018 buffered bike lanes were included in various road renewal sections of Pembina. The ‘buffered’ infrastructure are...

Traffic Study – Marrington Road and Kirbridge Park
I received many calls to see if City engineers could improve pedestrian safety when accessing Kirkbridge Park. Marrington Road is a ‘cut through’ and has high volumes of traffic. Because of the park, many residents walk across the street to access it. On the east side...

Pedestrian Crossing on Centre Street between North Town Road and Park West Drive
Bridgwater Town Center is designed to be a very pedestrian oriented business hub. On either side of Center Street, there are plazas for people to gather. I’ve had residents ask why there is no center crosswalk to connect these plazas so residents can walk mid-way...

Anticipated Traffic Levels at Bison Drive and Waverley Street
It's incredible to think that an entire new community can be built and there are no plans or studies underway to identify how the main ‘connector street’ and associated ‘intersection’ is to be designed. Many many other streets (Lee Blvd, Bairdmore Blvd, Hawstead Rd...

Traffic Study – Keslar Road and Bairdmore Boulevard
With the growth in the new neighbourhoods in Waverley West (South Pointe, Prairie Pointe and the Neighbourhoods of Bridgwater) many roads are taking on more volumes of traffic. Bairdmore and Keslar Rd’s have seen an increase in traffic volumes and residents have been...

Reducing Speed on Kenaston Boulevard between North Town Road and South Town Road
I’ve received many calls over the past couple of years from residents concerned about pedestrian and cycling safety when crossing Kenaston to access Bridgwater Town Center. Specifically crossing Kenaston at North and South Town Roads and at Bison Rd. This is a very...

Speed Study and Traffic Count – Hawstead Road
Residents of Hawstead Rd contacted me in January of 2020 seeking help to see if traffic calming measures could be installed on their street. Hawstead is a ‘cut through’ street and has very high volumes of traffic. On February 4, 2019, I moved a motion to have the...

Traffic Study – Kenaston Boulevard and Scurfield Boulevard
Residents have contacted me concerned about the limited time allowed to turn southbound on Kenaston. Kenaston and Scurfield is a high collision intersection and with increasing traffic volumes due to the growth of Manitoba Institute of Trade and Technologies and the...

Restricting Through-Traffic on Lee Boulevard
In the first phase of development in Waverley West B – North Town Road will be extended south to Lee Blvd. North Town Road will collect traffic from the two new schools, and direct the traffic onto an upgraded section of Lee Blvd (west of Waverley). See image of new...

Traffic Study – Bridge Lake Drive between Water Bend Road and Water Bend Road
The unique design of the two parks on either side of Bridge Lake Drive is presenting pedestrian safety concerns. People are crossing the roads at all locations to either access the fountain or the sports fields. The design of Bridge Lake Drive, between two parks,...

Traffic Study – Yellow Advanced Flashing Lights
Currently, the City and Province allow 4 seconds for a green light to transition to red. The light is green, it changes yellow and remains yellow for four seconds, and then the red light comes on indication ‘stop’. The yellow transitional time is different in many...

Pilot Project – 30 KM/HR Speed Limit within the Waverley West Ward
I’ve piloted many projects over the years seeking to improve traffic safety in Winnipeg. The idea of a ‘pilot’ is to test out the theory. Many positive results can come from pilots, and while they might cause a bit of disruption for some, overall pilots are necessary...

Traffic Study – McGillivray Boulevard and Front Street
McGillivary Blvd. from Kenaston to almost McCreary Rd. is City owned. The Province owns the section from McCreary Rd to the South Perimeter. Over the years, McGillivary Blvd. has seen a tremendous increase in development, and traffic. Speed limits on the majority of...

Safer Cycling and Pedestrian Connection – Bridgwater Lakes and Bridgwater Trails
The June 9th Pedestrian Crossing Control Treatments for 2020 report identified rectangular rapid flashing beacons will be installed at this intersection. Confirmation is underway to ensure the ‘pathway connection’ is made between Bison east and west bound. I expect...

The Halo
Years of planning, and now this new development in Waverley West ward received finally approved. These two apartment towers ( north tower – 15 stories, south tower – 16 stories) will be constructed at 3015 Pembina Highway (former car dealership site). The two towers...

Dropping speed limits best path to traffic ‘calming,’ says councillor
Photo Credit: Kevin King/Winnipeg Sun Thank you to the Winnipeg Sun for covering this very important issue. Dropping speed limits best path to traffic ‘calming,’ says councillor James Snell Published: May 6, 2020 Changes to Winnipeg speed limits and new traffic...

Thatcher Drive Rehabiliation
UPDATE - May 4th, 2020 Thatcher Drive from Pembina Highway to University Crescent will be receiving a renewal / rehabilitation this summer. Sections of concrete and curbs will be replaced, followed by a new layer of asphalt. Details can be found in the letter sent to...

Please Slow Down
The COVID-19 pandemic is dramatically changing our recreation and transportation activities; transit service has been reduces, many recreation facilities are closed, and as a result, there is much more interaction with pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles on the streets...

Lakeside Drive Rehabilitation
July 30th, 2020 UPDATE: Lakeside Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic for road construction this summer. The Contractor, Borland Construction Inc., is scheduled to begin construction the week of August 6, 2020 and will take approximately 7 - 9 weeks to complete....

Reduced Transit Service & Low Income Pass
Reduced Transit Service COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a 72% reduction in ridership, over this same time in 2019. Winnipeg Transit has reduced transit service by approximately 30%. Transit officials believe this reduction in service of 30% is the right amount...

2020 Waverley Street Construction
Phase two – and completion of Waverley Street is underway! Please see attached letter sent to residents 2020 Waverley Street Construction. If you have any accessibility concerns or requirements, or general questions about the project, please contact: Brad Cook of...

Direct Impacts on South Winnipeg if Universal Buss Pass is Cut
As a member of Council, who was not part of the months-long daily budget deliberations, I was not able to have any direct input into many decisions made in the proposed four-year budget (2020-2023) It is only AFTER the draft budget is released that I and six other...

Snow Removal on Pathways in Waverley West
Been out walking on the pathways in Waverley West this winter? Notice that they are now being plowed? Many residents called me over the years to ‘clear the pathways’! Just over three years ago, I made a motion to investigate the cost and logistics of clearing...

April 12, 2020: Transformation Transit Is Coming to Southwest Winnipeg
Photo Credit: CBC I’ve long been a supporter of improving transit in Winnipeg. During the 2014 election, I campaigned on supporting the construction of Stage 2 of the Southwest Transitway. Today, Stage 2 of the Southwest Transitway (SWT) is in testing and training...

High Collision Intersection – Kenaston & McGillivray Blvd
I think about this data every time I drive through this intersection. Take some time to read, consider and share this information. Drive with caution. Between 2011 & 2015 on average there were 281 collisions a year – or 1.5 crashes ever two days at the...

South Perimeter Highway Design – Open House Dates
The proposed functional design of PTH 100 (the south Perimeter Highway) alignment and associated structures will be presented to the public for feedback. These open houses are focused on the ‘long term’ upgrades. ALSO NOTE that someone will be in attendance to answer...

Your Safety on the South Perimeter Highway
A 19 yr old young man died yesterday at the intersection of Brady Rd and the Perimeter Highway (Hwy) - in the same general location where at least three other deaths have occurred in the last 5 years. Tragically, some of you know the utter devastation, loss and...

Update- Thatcher Drive – 2019 Local Street Renewal Notice
UPDATE - May 4th, 2020 Thatcher Drive from Pembina Highway to University Crescent will be receiving a renewal / rehabilitation this summer. Sections of concrete and curbs will be replaced, followed by a new layer of asphalt. Details can be found in the letter sent to...

High speed, high anxiety: Residents’ concerns prompt Waverley West road safety forum
(Photo Credit: CBC News) Thank you to CBC for covering this important issue High speed, high anxiety: Residents' concerns prompt Waverley West road safety forum By: Nicholas Frew CBC News Posted: Oct 09, 2019 5:00 AM Numerous incidents of vehicles...

Transit corridor well on track, under budget
At the September Assiniboia Community Committee I passed the following motion: Southwest Rapid Transitway – Annual Value for Money Report WHEREAS Stage Two of the Southwest Rapid Transitway is one of the largest City of Winnipeg transportation infrastructure projects...

Road to Zero Report / PUB Technical Conference Road Safety – Summary
Manitoba Public Insurance released a very interesting and timely Road to Zero report - a summary of the technical conference on Road Safety. See: Road to Zero Report / PUB Technical Conference Road Safety - Summary Today (October 7th) I presented my comments to MPI...

Speed, Traffic Calming & Road Safety: Community Conversation
DATE: Wednesday, October 9th, 2019 TIME: 7:00 - 9:00pm LOCATION: École South Pointe School, 615 Kirkbridge Dr No RSVP required. Hosted by Councillor Lukes: jlukes@winnipeg.ca Please mark your calendars and plan to attend this very important community conversation on...

Optimizing the Southwest Rapid Transitway
I strongly believe we need to ensure focused, clearly defined measurements to monitor and ensure optimization of the Southwest Rapid Transitway. This will ensure the investment is maximized, and will also provide direction for future transit corridors. I made the...

Thatcher Drive – 2019 Local Street Renewal Notice
Residents should have received the following Letter from the City of Winnipeg in regards to the 2019 Street Renewal Program: To: RESIDENTS Dear Sir/Madam: 2019 Local Street Renewal Program: Thatcher Drive - Pembina Hwy to University Crescent We wish to advise you...

Reporting Speed and Traffic Violations
In order for Winnipeg Police Traffic Enforcement to ‘enforce’ they need to know WHERE problem areas are. You can report ONLINE! https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/report/default.stm#traffic Incidents involving aggressive driving and/or traffic violations or reoccurring...

30km School Zone, Speed Tables & 3-Way Stop Signs on Kelsar Ave
New 30km school zone signs and two new speed tables were recently installed on Keslar Ave following a motion to study speed and safety on this street. I’ve received inquires as to why the 30km school zone signs went in. The City of Winnipeg is authorized to install...

School Zones: Raised Crosswalks, 30kms, Yellow Flashing Lights & Enforcement
In 2015, I requested Public Works to install two ‘raised crosswalks’ in front of Ryerson School on Dalhousie Drive as a pilot project. The goal was twofold: To act as traffic calming devices on a busy and curved road in front of an elementary school To enable Crossing...

Summary: Speed & Road Safety In Waverley West – Community Conversation
Date: August 27, 2019 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Starbuck’s Save-On-Foods, Bridgwater Town Centre Councillor Lukes: Welcomed everyone to casual community conversation. Provided background on 18 yr involvement with active transportation and safe streets Provided key...

Speed – In Waverley West and In Winnipeg
Thank you CBC for providing comprehensive coverage on the Waverley West Residential Speed Discussion I held in the community. Speed and road safety are very important issues not only to the residents of Waverley West, but to all residents of Winnipeg. This is an...

Collisions In City Of Winnipeg
I’ve been working with Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) and the Winnipeg Police Service on a number of speed and collision related issues. I’ve compiled recent reports and maps for you to look at to see where collisions are occurring in the City of Winnipeg. The bulk...

Intersection of Kenaston and McGillivary – Road Safety Strategy & Vison Zero
In the coming months I’ll be posting information, and thoughts on the Vision Zero approach to road safety using local examples to help understand / visualize what could be done to improve road safety for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. The Vision Zero approach to...

Residential Streets Public Speed Discussion – Waverley West
DATE: Tuesday, August 27th , 2019 TIME: 6:30 p.m. LOCATION: Water Bend Park – Bridgwater Lakes Fountain To the residents of the Waverley West ward: You are invited to join me at Water Bend Park, beside Bridgwater Lakes Fountain to discuss your concerns about...

Bison-Shore Valve Replacement Work – August 9, 2019 Evening
On the night of Friday August 9, 2019 crews will be shutting down a section of the Shore Street feedermain, near Shore Street and Bison Drive, in order to facilitate valve replacement work. The water main shut down will not affect water supply to any customers,...

Waverley Reconstruction – Grandmont To South City Limit
To all residents and businesses: Please see the below notification in regards to upcoming road construction on Waverley Street for the 2019 - 2020 seasons. Waverley Street between Grandmont Boulevard and the south city limit has been selected for a two-year...

Lukes and Active Transportation
Janice has been a passionate advocate to improve safety on City of Winnipeg streets, sidewalks and pathways since 2001. She has held many positions on board and committees prior to being elected, and since being elected in 2014, has championed significant changes in...

Construction Notice – Whittenberg Rd – Fleetwood Rd to Scurfield Blvd
2019 LOCAL THIN BITUMINOUS OVERLAY (TBO) PROGRAM WITTENBERG ROAD – FLEETWOOD ROAD TO SCURFIELD BOULEVARD The above Thin Bituminous Overlay (TBO) project has been approved for construction as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2019 Local Street Renewal Program....

2018 Traffic Flow Map
For those of you who have a passion for ‘traffic flow’ and the challenges and opportunities traffic volume presents, the City of Winnipeg Public Works department just posted the 2018 traffic flow map! It’s an interesting map showing a general representation of average...

Tim Sale/Kirkbridge/Stan Bailie Intersection Improvements
Update: Four-Way Stop Signs were put at the intersection. My office has received many calls on improving the safety of the intersection of Time Sale Drive / Kirkbridge Drive / Stan Bailey – in close proximity to Ecole South Pointe School. In spring of 2018 we...

Thatcher Dr – Street Renewal/Rehabilitation
Thatcher Dr from University Cr to Pembina Hwy will be receiving a renewal / rehabilitation this summer. Sections of concrete and curbs will be replaced, followed by a new layer of asphalt. Details can be found in the letter sent to residents. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS? If...

2019 Construction of Sidewalks, Bike Paths, Studies & More
Winnipeg’s 2019 Active Transportation Plan provides a detailed overview of projects for the 2019 construction season, as well as projects proposed for 2020, and beyond. The plan is developed with extensive consultation with stakeholders and departments. This is now...

2019 Road Construction in Waverley West Ward
Each year the Public Works department provides Councillors with a Streets Condition map. See Street Condition’s PDF. Waverley Heights has many streets that are in ‘Fair’ to ‘Poor’ condition along with White Ridge and University Heights with many streets in fair...

Traffic Calming On Appleford Gate Beside Shaheed Baghat Singh Park
In September 2018, I made the following motion and have been advised by the Public Works Department that a recommendation would be coming forward on June 25th, 2019. I’m hoping the study will result in the recommendation to install speed tables: WHEREAS there is a...

Reconstruction Of Waverley Road To La Barrière Park
A long time coming, the $2.5M re-construction of Waverley Rd starts this year! There will be much construction over a two year period, but according to projected plans, Waverely will remain open at all times. This was a recent update (May 27, 2019) from the Public...

Traffic Study – Pedestrian Crossing On Centre Street Between North Town Road and Park West Drive
On May 7, 2018 - The Assiniboia Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS many businesses have now moved into the Bridgwater Town Centre, which features parking lots on either side of Centre Street; AND WHEREAS there is an open pedestrian plaza and...

Traffic Study – McGillivray Boulevard And Front Street
On May 7, 2019 - The Assiniboia Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS within the past five years significant new commercial development has occurred on McGillivray Boulevard west of Kenaston, both within and outside of City limits; AND WHEREAS the...

Traffic Study – Bridge Lake Drive Between Water Bend Road And Water Bend Road
On November 20th, 2018 - The Public Works committee directed the public service to study and report back on the matter within 180 days (May-June 2019). The Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS there is a large park in the Bridgwater Lakes area; AND...

Traffic Study – High-Collision Intersection Pilot Project
On November 20th, 2018 - The Public Works committee directed the public service to report back on the matter within 180 days (May-June 2019). The Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS in efforts to heighten road safety and reduce collision counts,...

Traffic Study – Safer Cycling And Pedestrian Connection – Bridgwater Lakes and Bridgwater Trails
In November 2018, I brought forward the following motion for the Public Works department to study – they requested 180 days: WHEREAS the main pedestrian and cycling connection from the neighbourhoods of Bridgwater Lakes and Bridgwater Trails crosses Bison Drive...

Traffic Study – Keslar Road
In June 2018, I moved a motion to have the Winnipeg Public Service to conduct a traffic study to determine if the following are warranted: Traffic calming measures for Keslar Road. Three-way stop sign at Keslar Road and Langley Bay. Three-way stop sign at Keslar Road...

Traffic Study – Chancellor Drive
In May 2018 I moved a motion: WHEREAS two elementary schools, Bonnycastle School and Arthur A. Leach School, as well as Waverley Heights Community Centre are located on Chancellor Drive (north and south) between Chancellor Drive (east and west) and Markham Road; AND...

Traffic Study – Reducing Speed On Kenaston Boulevard Between North Town Road And South Town Road
On January 8th – The Public Works Committee asked that the public works department study and report back within 240 days (Sept or October 2019). The Assiniboia Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS Kenaston Boulevard is major trade and...

Traffic Study – Tim Sale Drive And Kirkbridge Drive
On January 8, 2019 – The Public Works Committee asked that the public works department study and report back in 180 days (June or July). The Assiniboia Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS school catchments for South Pointe School extend into...

Traffic Study – Marrington Road And Kirbridge Park
On January 8, 2019 – The Public Works Committee asked that the public works department study and report back in 180 days (June or July). The Assiniboia Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS Marrington Road is a key connector to Kirkbridge Drive...

Traffic Study – Left Turn Signal At Pembina And Bairdmore
On January 8th – The Public Works Committee asked that the public works department study and report back in 180 days (June or July). The Assiniboia Community Committee passed the following motion: WHEREAS southbound traffic on Pembina Highway is increasing due to the...

2019 Spring Clean Up and Reporting Damage from Snow Removal
The City has started its annual spring clean up! Streets are being washed and swept, boulevards are being brushed to remove sand, and parks and greenspaces are being cleaned! See Spring Clean Up on the City of Winnipeg website for a complete overview on the Spring...

Street Closures – Markham Drive & Chancellor Drive
Due to ongoing construction of the Rapid Transitway, Chancellor Drive and Markham Road will be closed to re-build the rail line crossing and road. Chancellor Drive Closure: May 6 – June 3 Chancellor Drive will be closed to vehicular traffic at the CN Letellier Rail...

Traffic Calming On Hawstead Rd
In early January 2019, I met with Jane R. and a group of residents who live on Hawstead Rd. to discuss the history of the traffic volumes and current traffic volume conditions. Hawstead is a residential ‘cut through’ road for many people wanting to access either the...

Traffic Calming Options For Residential Streets
(Original Date Posted: June 2018) We receive many calls on how to slow speeding vehicles down on residential streets. This blog will provide you with an insight to the issue and options. City Streets The City’s street system is set up as follows: Residential streets...

Bulletin #4 Employee Conduct Investigation
Provincial Involvement I don’t often share letters from levels of government, but I feel this is a very significant letter with a message that will ultimately have a positive impact on taxpayers: Letter from Minister Wharton to Mayor and City Councillors This...

The Long And Winding Route To A Road Safety Strategy
(Photo Credit: Winnipeg Free Press, City of Edmonton) Excellent coverage by the Winnipeg Free Press on the importance and the long and winding route to a Road Safety Strategy. I think this is a key statement: “ If this city had a true Vision Zero plan, everyone,...

‘Proposed’ New Bus Routes – Spring 2020
The Southwest Transitway will be open and running for Spring of 2020. Right now, the bus routes are being finalized in preparation for this very exciting opening! City staff are ‘proposing’ NEW routes, and frequency of the routes. It is IMPERATIVE you provide your...

Bridgwater Centre – My Comments On Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF BRIDGWATER CENTRE TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in...

University Heights – My Comments On Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in...

Bridgwater Trails – My Comments On New Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF BRIDGWATER TRAILS TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in...

South Pointe – My Comments On New Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF SOUTH POINTE TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in Motion...

Bridgwater Lakes – My Comments On New Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF BRIDGWATER LAKES TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in...

Bridgwater Forest – My Comments On New Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF BRIDGWATER FOREST TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new SouthWest transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in...

Whyte Ridge and Linden Ridge – My Comments on Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF WHYTE RIDGE & LINDEN RIDGE TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find...

Waverley Heights, Richmond West & Fairfield Park – My Comments On Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF WAVERLEY HEIGHTS, RICHMOND WEST & FAIRFIELD PARK TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new SouthWest transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a...

Timeline Of Winnipeg’s Road Safety Strategy
Dec 2016 – March 2019 See progress related to the long and winding road in developing a Winnipeg Road Safety Strategy This is why we need STRONG LEADERSHIP to pull ALL stakeholders together to FOCUS 'One-off' solutions are only band-aids; Winnipeg needs a...

History Of The Fairfield Park Name
Prepared by the City of Winnipeg Archives Last Revised: March 21, 2019 See Report Here Staff noted that while much of the growth and development of the Fairfield Park area has taken place over the last 20 years, the name “Fairfield” has a longer history. One...

Symbolic Budget Vote For Councillor Equality
City Council passed the 2019 Operating and Capital Budget on March 20th. Two thirds of Council did not support the budget. I did not vote to support the budget but instead cast a symbolic vote against the budget to raise awareness on the critical need for ‘Councillor...

Bus Routes Are Changing in Southwest Winnipeg
SEE DETAILED MAP of the routes, noting they are PROPOSED – your feedback is important! SEE Story Boards of Route Changes (including very detailed overview of southern routes) Bus Routes are Changing Winnipeg Transit will be changing existing bus routes in southwest...

Upcoming Residential Street Plow – Know Your Zone
Plowing of residential streets will begin Sunday evening to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Sunday, February 10 at 7 p.m. Residents are urged to confirm their snow...

More Speed Tables In Bridgwater Forest
UPDATE Late last fall the Public Works department attempted to install speed tables – but they were too late in the season as it starting snow the same day. The will be installed in spring 2019. Here is their response: “Unfortunately due to weather, the asphalt would...

Update: Snow/Ice Removal on Sidewalks and Pathways
UPDATE: This has been a long drawn out process, here is the latest update (Dec 2019) As per my motion in March 2016 (Item #24) to improve snow and ice removal on sidewalks and pathways - a report was finally produced almost two years later - in May 2018 (Item # 7)...

Residential Street Plow – Know Your Zone
Plowing of residential streets will begin Wednesday morning to improve the condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Wednesday, January 9 at 7 a.m. Residents are urged to confirm their...

Weekend Closures Of Northbound And Southbound Pembina Highway: December 7 – 10 & December 14 – 17
Please see this important announcement from the City of Winnipeg's Public Works department Northbound and southbound Pembina Highway between Jubilee Avenue and Stafford Street will be completely closed to vehicular traffic over the second and third weekends in...

Transit Transformation In Southwest Winnipeg
I’d like to thank the Sou’Wester for printing this article in their August 20th edition Transit transformation in southwest Winnipeg By: Janice Lukes - South Winnipeg-St. Norbert City Councillor Ward Report Posted: 08/20/2018 3:00 PM By...

Best Transit Service in Entire City – Coming To South Winnipeg – Spring 2020
Citizens of Winnipeg are investing $500 Million into the Southwest Transitway with the expectation that the new Transitway will: dramatically improve the quality and attractiveness of public transportation in Southwest Winnipeg by improving speed, reliability, comfort...

Improving Safety On Bishop Grandin / Kenaston
Councillor Lukes and Mayes put forth a motion at the Riel Community Committee meeting in July (2018) to study ways to improve traffic flow and reduce collisions as residential and commercial development continues to increase the number of vehicles on Bishop Grandin...

St Norbert Bypass On South Perimeter – Information Sessions
This is the latest News Release from the Government of Manitoba's website. I encourage you to attend one of these open houses for a chance to provide your input. I will be at the St Norbert Community Centre (2340 Pembina Hwy) info session the entire time on Thursday,...

2018 Municipal Election Question – Portage Avenue and Main Street
Please see the Motion brought forward. My comments on the floor of Council today regarding the Portage and Main Plebiscite: I rise to speak to this motion. Mme. Speaker – four years ago I put my name on a ballot and asked the citizens of South Winnipeg – St Norbert to...

Higher Level Of ‘Safety Protection’ Required For Pembina Highway Bike Lanes
UPDATE: May 2021: Much development is occurring on Pembina Highway, with many apartments now providing bike parking and storage. I’ve made a motion asking Public Works to look into the cost of providing a higher level of protection to the existing bike lanes on...

UPDATE – Killarney Road Reconstruction and Traffic Improvements
Street work has begun on Killarney Road! To see all of the construction work details, please read this letter of notice to businesses and residents of the area. For any further questions, please direct them to the Project Engineer/Manager: Gwen Coolidge, P.Eng....

UPDATE – Safety Improvements on South Perimeter Highway
(Photo credit: Joe Bryksa - Winnipeg Free Press) See Display Boards presented at the Open Houses Proposed Closures / Changes to the South Perimeter Highway If you have questions or concerns, please contact: Brett Wareham, Director of Regional Operations Eastern...

How Serious Is The City’s TOP LEADERSHIP About Cycling Safety?
Do you find yourself cycling and then suddenly your bike lane or pathway just disappears into a major construction zone and you are forced into traffic? We are experiencing record road construction this season, yet almost a year and a half later a report to develop...

$3 Million Rehabilitation of Waverley Street in 2018-2019
I receive many calls on the condition of Waverley Street – south of the Perimeter Highway extending to just before La Barriere Park. I have worked with residents over the past three years to ensure regular grading / dust and magnesium chloride treatments are applied,...

Bike Clinic at South Pointe School
(Image courtesy of Danielle De Silva - Sou'wester) Thank you gym teacher extraordinaire Mr. Spiers! So proud and appreciative of your leadership, and thank you to Pembina Trails School Divison for use of your space and opening it up to the neighbourhood! BRAVO! I am...

2018 Spring Clean Up and Reporting Damage from Snow Removal
The City has started its annual spring clean up! Streets are being washed and swept, boulevards are being brushed to remove sand, and parks and greenspaces are being cleaned! See the Spring Clean on the City of Winnipeg website for a complete overview on the Spring...

Local Community Bike Repair Kiosk Now OPEN!
The brand new public access community bike repair kiosk is now open!! I’m very pleased to have provided City of Winnipeg funding support to the U of M Cycle Bike Kiosk ! This brand new bike repair kiosk is located on the grounds of the University of Manitoba behind...

Improving Transit in South Winnipeg
By spring of 2020, the Southwest Transitway is projected to be completed and in operation! For the next year and a half, Transit’s route planners will be reviewing CHANGES to existing transit routes in South Winnipeg. Shorter routes will ‘feed into’ the corridor,...

Evolving Traffic Patterns & Traffic Studies in Waverley West
As more and more people move into the neighbourhood of Waverley West, traffic increases and patterns develop and change. This increased volume in traffic has an impact on the new community and the surrounding communities. Over the duration of my term, I’ve made...

2018 Construction of Sidewalks, Bike Paths, Studies & More In South Winnipeg – St Norbert Ward
Winnipeg’s 2018 Active Transportation Action Plan was presented during the 2018 budget process. The Action Plan provides a detailed overview of projects for the 2018 construction season, as well as projects proposed for 2019, 2020, and beyond. The plan is developed...

$2.8M Construction – Pembina Highway Northbound from Ducharme to Cloutier Drive
Pembina Highway Northbound has been approved by the City of Winnipeg for construction this summer. It is anticipated that construction will begin in May 2018 and weather permitting, be completed by the middle of July 2018. This is the largest road project occurring in...

Information Session – Southwest Rapid Transitway (Stage 2)
DATE: Thursday, April 26, 2018 TIME: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: Canad Inns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Hwy., Ambassador Room F (lower level) FORMAT: Drop-in (come and go) Winnipeggers are invited to attend an information session to learn more about the 2018 construction...

2018 Road Construction in South Winnipeg- St Norbert Ward
Evaluating Winnipeg’s Streets for Repair Work Our City streets are evaluated by the Winnipeg Public Works Department using a street rating system as follows: New, Good, Fair and Poor: Typically, anything rated as Poor is automatically scheduled as a rehabilitation or...

Update on Review of Pembina Highway Speed Limit – South of La Salle Bridge
As background information, the segment of Pembina Highway which lies south of the La Salle River Bridge underwent a speed limit review in 2017. Winnipeg’s Public Service Report on Speed Limits on Pembina Highway South of the La Salle River Bridge is recommending to...

Riding the Bus with Amalgamated Transit Union 1505
Riding the BUS with Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU 1505) Reps Pleased to ride the #12 today with ATU 1505 President Aleem Chaudhary, and Zach Fleisher, Communication Director at ATU 1505. Serious discussions with Mr. Chaudhary and Mr. Fleisher on the bus today. We...

4-Way Stop Signs Approved for Aldgate & Paddington
Excellent news for most River Park South residents! All Way (4 way) stop signs have been approved for installation at Paddington and Aldgate. These signs should be installed within the next 6 weeks. This has been a long process to address traffic calming as well...

Winnipeg Transit – Preliminary Budget 2018
As I am not a member of the Mayor's Executive Policy Committee, I was not involved at all in crafting and balancing the City of Winnipeg's 2018 Preliminary Budget. This is important to note as I now am reviewing the budget in detail and am having meetings with the...

Public Works Committee Punts Sidewalk/Pathway Snow Removal Report – Timeframe In Limbo
On February 28, 2017, Winnipeg's Public Service told the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal & Public Works (IRPW) that there would be financial implications to improving snow removal on sidewalks and pathways. As a result, IRPW requested that the...

Traffic Noise/Air Brakes on South Perimeter Highway
My offices receives many phone calls and E-malls from residents with concerns about traffic noise on the South Perimeter Highway. This busy highway is a National Transportation Corridor which falls under the shared jurisdiction of the Province of Manitoba as well as...

Portage and Main – Position of South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Councillor
Read on the floor at the October 25th, 2017 City Council meeting prior to the vote: I am here today because the 68,000+ citizens of South Winnipeg- St. Norbert placed their trust in me to represent their views at City Hall. In a democracy, Madam Chair, the citizens...

YOUR Transportation Priorities – 2018 City Budget
As the representative for South Winnipeg–St. Norbert, which is Winnipeg's most populated ward (~68,000 people), I’m inviting you to e-mail me your comments on transportation investments which Winnipeg City Council will be voting upon in the 2018 budget. (E-Mail: ...

Traffic Studies & Projects in River Park South
The topic of transportation is important to me. Prior to being elected, I spent 10 years on community engagement efforts and initiatives focused on improving Active Transportation infrastructure and enhancing safety through traffic calming measures. More recently, I...

UPDATE – Bishop Grandin Walk-Bike Bridge over Pembina Highway
CITY OF WINNIPEG - NOVEMBER, 2017 UPDATE: The next phase of the project is detailed design. While the project is currently not funded, we anticipate it will be aligned with the rehabilitation of Pembina Highway Overpass of Bishop Grandin. which is currently planned...

Water Main Construction on Rue des Trappistes
Starting the week of September 18, 2017, the City of Winnipeg will begin a 4-week project to replace the aging water main on Rue Des Trappistes. The project area will extend from Rue du Monastere to 1165 Rue des Trappistes, with details provided in the 2-page notice...

Rue des Trappistes Construction
An exciting St. Norbert project is about to start! I'm pleased to share that prior to being elected as City Councillor in 2014, I worked to ensure sidewalk upgrades and a connection would be incorporated when the time came to renew the Rue des Trappistes culvert! ...

UMCycle Bike Kiosk – September 14 Grand Opening
I am very pleased to have provided funding and support with installation of the new UMCycle Bike Kiosk, a full-service bike shop at the University of Manitoba. The UMCycle Bike Kiosk is open for services to everyone - students, teachers and community residents - and...

Pilot Project for Downtown Adjustable Bike Lanes
The City of Winnipeg has launched a pilot project for downtown adjustable bike lanes. It's good to know that the wheels have finally been set in motion on this initiative. For background information on this issue, please visit these links on my website:...

Notice of Sewer Work in South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Ward
Over the next 4-6 weeks, extensive sewer work will be occurring in the South Winnipeg–St. Norbert ward. Residents and business owners will receive an information package explaining the process at least 24 hours before the work begins, recommending that you take some...

Public Works Committee NOT Studying Best Practices on Improving Downtown Cycling Safety
Today, yet again, I brought forward a Motion at the meeting of the Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works Committee requesting that Winnipeg's Public Service study (just study) the concept of adjustable protected bike lanes, i.e. the cost, the trade offs, the...

One More Time – Trying to Improve Downtown Cycling SAFETY
At the June 12th, 2017 Riel Community Committee meeting, with the support of Councillors Allard and Mayes, I brought forward yet another Motion to try to improve cycling safety in downtown Winnipeg (see my Motion below). The May 30th, 2017 report on a Downtown Grid of...

Building a Biking Network Downtown
If you build it, they will come. Famous lines from a baseball movie, which ring very true for Winnipeg's downtown cycling network. At a time when the City of Winnipeg, Economic Development Winnipeg and business leaders in our community are focused on promoting our...

Construction Under Way for Southwest Rapid Transitway
Planning and construction for the Southwest Rapid Transitway are well under way. When Stage 2 of the project is complete and operational in 2020, the Southwest Rapid Transit Corridor will link Winnipeg’s downtown to Winnipeg’s southwest neighbourhoods, including the...

May 19-23 Closure of Pembina Highway between Jubilee and Stafford
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Over the Victoria Day long weekend in May, there will be a complete closure of northbound and southbound Pembina Highway between Jubilee Avenue and Stafford Street, as follows: The roadway will be completely closed to vehicular traffic starting at...

Making Transit More Customer Focused – Discussion Series
I am EXTREMELY pleased to be working with many community partners on a very informative transit event! In fall 2015, on the advice of good friends, Curt Hull (Climate Change Connection) and Joseph Kornelsen (Functional Transit), I arranged a SKYPE meeting with Jarret...

Parking Violations in School Zones and Fire Lanes
Starting today, the Winnipeg Parking Authority will be using camera technology to register parking offenders. Please BE AWARE; PARK WITH CARE. For more information, see complete details on the Parking Program Thank you to Winnipeg Free Press for covering this very...

New Bishop Grandin Bridge Over Pembina Highway – Public Input
Community Feedback Collected at Public Workshop Resulting from the May 11th Public Workshop, the Bishop Grandin Walk Bike Bridge over Pembina Highway SUMMARY is now available for your review. Addition information on the project can be seen on the Public Works website:...

ROAD SAFETY: Cycling Routes during Road Construction & Enforcement of Temporary Traffic Controls
Road Safety for construction workers and road users is a top priority for the City of Winnipeg. In 2017, there will be over 160 road construction projects occurring. Manitoba Heavy Construction Association and the City of Winnipeg jointly promote safety awareness...

Illegal Parking/Stopping Around Schools, Fire Lanes and Designated Spaces
Today, I joined City Council colleagues, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedics, Access Advisory Committee and the Winnipeg Parking Authority to launch the “Be Aware. Park with Care” awareness campaign! The “Be Aware. Park with Care” campaign reminds drivers to follow parking...

New Bike Repair Hub at University of Manitoba
I was very pleased to provide support recently for this new initiative at the University of Manitoba. This project, which has been a few years in the making, will be of great benefit to students, faculty and the surrounding community. My thanks to the Sou'Wester for...

Potholes and Road Repair Strategies
Requesting Repair of Potholes Potholes can be more than just a nuisance to drivers—they can sometimes cause damage to your vehicle. You can help keep our roads safe by reporting any potholes which are located on streets within the City of Winnipeg: Report potholes to...

2017 Active Transportation Action Plan
Winnipeg's 2017 Active Transportation Action Plan was presented when the 2017 Public Works budget was tabled. The Action Plan provides an excellent overview of projects for the 2017 construction season, as well as projects proposed for 2018, 2019, and beyond. This is...

2017 Road Construction in South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Ward
Prepare to experience a lot of construction on the south end of Pembina Highway this summer! Definitely some pain before the gain – BUT great news overall! Evaluating Winnipeg's Streets for Repair Work Our City streets are evaluated by the Winnipeg Public Works...

Southwest Rapid Transitway & Parker Storm Retention Basin – Dual Information Sessions
Please join me on Tuesday, February 28 for TWO public information sessions being held at CanadInns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Highway. Construction of the Southwest Rapid Transitway (Stage 2) Project began in August, 2016 and will continue this year with the development...

Developing Winnipeg’s Road Safety Strategy
Thank you to everyone who attended my January 30th forum on Road Safety/Vision Zero. It's clear that the topics which were briefly covered at the Forum are far reaching and complex. The Vision Zero approach to road safety utilizes 5 Es (Engineering, Education,...

Licensed to Drive – Canada Ranks at Bottom
Should re-testing drivers be a mandatory component of making our road safer? Do we do enough training to prepare drivers for Manitoba road conditions? This excellent article (see below) by Kelly Taylor was published in the Winnipeg Free Press in mid-summer and you...

You are Invited – Road Safety/Vision Zero Forum
Please join myself and a panel of experts to learn and participate in an informative discussion on Road Safety: Road collisions and the magnitude of this epidemic Current road safety developments in Canada and United States Canada’s Road Safety Vision, and Sweden’s...

Winnipeg Moving Forward on Road Safety Strategy
I'm extremely pleased my Motion to direct the Winnipeg Public Service to develop a Road Safety Strategy based on the principles of Vision Zero is moving forward! It's positive news that the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works...

Transit Expansion – Bridgwater & South Pointe
Transit funding for routes in Bridgwater and South Pointe WAS APPROVED in the 2017 budget process! This is welcome news for thousands of transit users in these growing communities! Since being elected, I’ve been working to secure funding in the City's budget for...

Snow Clearing & Active Transportation
Last year, I requested that Public Works investigate options to improve snow removal on the active transportation network, and they will be bringing forward recommendations mid-March. For more information, please check out my Special Snow Bulletin, which provides an...

Transit Garage Expansion Project – Information Session
Everyone is invited to attend an upcoming information session on the Transit Garage Expansion project: Date: Thursday, January 19, 2017 Time: 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre, 625 Osborne Street Winnipeg Transit’s fleet has been increasing in...

“Snow Route” Parking Ban Begins December 1 – Stay Informed
KEEPING YOU INFORMED There are multiple ways for residents and visitors to stay informed on winter parking bans: Sign-up for notifications: The City offers free email and Twitter notifications which advise subscribers when additional parking bans go into effect. To...

VISION ZERO Forum in Winnipeg
Please join myself and a panel of Road Safety experts to learn about Manitoba's and Winnipeg's current road safety strategies. Learn about Sweden’s Vision Zero approach to road safety, and how other Canadian cities are moving forward with a similar Vision Zero...

Adjustable Downtown Cycling Grid to be Studied for 120 Days
The current practice for Winnipeg and some other Canadian cities is to install bike lane infrastructure in conjunction with road renewal projects. Under this model, it would take at least 10+ years to develop a network of safe bike lanes in downtown Winnipeg....

Pedestrian Accidents Highlight Need for “Vision Zero” Policy
We all want to get home safely. Vision Zero is a holistic framework that allows us to assess, guide and improve traffic safety by taking into account the interaction of all aspects of the transportation system and application of the five Es of traffic safety: ...

Crosswalk at Victoria General Hospital Approved – Awaiting Budget Approval
I’ve been working to have a crosswalk installed on Pembina Highway in order to provide access to Victoria General Hospital for southbound residents. A combination of 6+ lanes of highway, a T-intersection with Dartmouth Drive, and a U-Turn area present unsafe...

Update – Kilkenny Drive Speed Table Pilot Project
I was informed yesterday (November 14, 2016) that the asphalt contractor who was to install the speed table pilot project on Kilkenny Drive (between Kings Park and Patricia Avenue) would not be able to do so until spring, 2017. At this time of year, road contractors...

Update – Aldgate Speed Table Pilot Project
I want to thank the many residents who have provided feedback on the Aldgate Street pilot project. The City of Winnipeg's transportation engineers are overseeing both the installation and data collection related to this pilot project. To be clear, they are...

Transit Update in Bridgwater & South Pointe
This overview is to provide an update on efforts to secure an extension of Winnipeg Transit service in South Winnipeg. Expanding transit service is a top request from residents in the Bridgwater and South Pointe communities - it's also listed as 1 of 2 top priorities...

Survey on Active Transportation – Deadline November 22
The Province of Manitoba is currently engaged in a federal, provincial and territorial governments study reviewing existing policies and best practices related to active transportation in Canada. They are seeking public assistance in collecting information through a...

Installing Downtown Grid of Bike Lanes
I was very pleased to bring forward this Motion regarding a downtown grid of adjustable bike lanes at the meeting of the Riel Community Committee on November 7, 2016. As the next step, this matter will be forwarded for further consideration to the November 29th...

Informative Reading on Fast Tracking Downtown Cycling Grids
If you have some reading time scheduled this weekend, these two informative overviews will prime you with many questions to bring to next week’s Forum on Fast Tracking a Downtown Cycling Grid ! #1. REPORT: Quick Builds for Better Streets Thanks to good...

FORUM: Fast Tracking a Downtown Cycling Grid! Calgary did it; Edmonton is doing it; so what’s up in Winnipeg?
Fast tracking a downtown cycling grid - Calgary did it; Edmonton is doing it; so what's up in Winnipeg? I am absolutely THRILLED to be hosting one of Winnipeg’s most thought provoking cycling conversations this year! Please mark your calendar to attend this forum...

Kilkenny Drive Speed Table Pilot Project
Kilkenny Drive is currently undergoing a rehabilitation, from south of Kings Park to Radcliffe Drive. The sidewalk along Kilkenny is also being extended from King’s Park to Radcliffe. These upgrades will improve driving and pedestrian conditions for the next 40+...

Protected Bike Lanes in Winnipeg
More details will be announced soon. My thanks to the Metro for covering this story. Could a cycling grid be right for Winnipeg? Councillor Lukes wants safer biking system similar to BC Metro News Winnipeg Braeden Jones October 3, 2016 A Winnipeg...

New “Speed Table” Pilot Project on Aldgate Road
River Park South is a thriving residential community that is growing rapidly – homes are continuing to be built and new families are moving in. Located in the south end of River Park South, Aldgate Road collects residential traffic and directs it to the regional...

Bike & Pedestrian Counters: Active Transportation in Winnipeg
The City of Winnipeg’s 2016 Active Transportation ‘Action Plan’ is an informative overview of the Active Transportation projects that have received budget funding for 2016. These ‘actions’ are drawn on from the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategy which can be viewed...

Insight into Roadwork Construction
With a record amount of roadwork construction occurring in Winnipeg, I receive many enquiries from residents regarding project timelines, coordination, construction barriers, and more. My thanks to the Winnipeg Free Press for reporting on this story, and sharing some...

Funding for Winnipeg Transit and Watermains
On July 25, 2016, the Federal Government announced major funding for projects across Manitoba! The City of Winnipeg will be receiving $79.4 million for transit initiatives, as well as $4.1 million in federal-provincial funds to upgrade watermains in Transcona. Based...

Council Unanimously Approves Increase in 2016 Road Construction
I’d like to thank members of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works for their diligent work towards capitalizing on positive market conditions to maximize value for taxpayer dollars in our road investments; the Public Works Department...

2016 Active Transportation Construction Projects
The City of Winnipeg’s 2016 Active Transportation ‘Action Plan’ is an informative overview of the Active Transportation projects that have received budget funding for 2016. These ‘actions’ are drawn on from the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategy which can be viewed...

2016 Local Street Construction in South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Ward
In the City of Winnipeg's 2016 Capital Budget, a total of $53,625,000 was approved for Local Street Renewals, Alley Renewals, Thin Bituminous Overlays (TBO), and Granular Roadway Improvements. The City uses a ‘Pavement Condition Rating’ system to assist in determining...

Purchase of Manitoba Hydro Transmission Corridor Lands
Here's a brief summary of my position and how I voted at the June 15th, 2016 City Council meeting regarding the purchase of the Manitoba Hydro transmission corridor lands for the Southwest Rapid Transitway (Stage 2) and Pembina Highway Underpass Project: I support...

Winnipeg’s Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies Wins National Award
The City of Winnipeg’s Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies has won a national award for planning excellence from the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) in the Sustainable Mobility, Transportation, and Infrastructure Category. In making the announcement, CIP stated:...

Chancellor Matheson Road Closures May 26-29: Play On! Ball Hockey Tournament
Hockey Night in Canada's Play On! is Canada's street hockey tournament and outdoor hockey festival. Each event across the country involves closing over 1km of street, and involves the operation of 20 to 50 separate "street rinks" with games running on each rink at...

Construction on Pembina – De L’Eglise Avenue to Highway 100 Overpass
Starting the week of May 2nd, Winnipeg's Water and Waste Department will begin a 12-week project to replace the aging watermain on Pembina Highway, from De L'Eglise Avenue to the Highway 100 overpass. The Department has issued a notice to residents and businesses in...

Active Transportation Across Winnipeg
This approval of this pedestrian and cycling action plan on May 3 is a tremendous step forward in the construction of an active transportation network across the city! As background, on July 15, 2015, Winnipeg City Council gave the green light to the city’s 20-year...

Next Steps – AT Network Winter Maintenance Strategy
I am very pleased to be working with the Winnipeg Public Service and members of the Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works (IRPW) Committee in moving this important initiative another step forward! On March 14, 2016, I moved a motion at the IRPW Committee meeting...

Pothole Repairs in 2016
With signs of spring just around the corner, Winnipeggers are also encountering more potholes on our roadways due to an early freeze-thaw cycle this year. In response, the City of Winnipeg has approved $1.8 million in 2016 for pothole repairs (see Global News...

2016 Preliminary Budget – Transit in South Winnipeg-St. Norbert
The transit overview in the 2016 preliminary budget offers some very positive highlights and some ongoing challenges faced by Winnipeg Transit. HIGHLIGHTS The Rapid Transit multi-year funding program begins with a tax increase of .33% for 10 years Province of Manitoba...

Moving Forward on a Winter Active Transportation Network
A very, big THANK YOU to the 50+ active transportation advocates who gave up their Saturday morning to learn more about the City of Winnipeg’s current policy on snow removal on the active transportation network. Before any changes are made to snow removal, it is...

Talking Transportation
Thanks to The Manitoban – The Official University of Manitoba Students’ Newspaper for always having sustainable transportation issues at heart! Always a pleasure to spend time with students! Talking Transportation - South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Councillor Janice...

All Season Commuting in Winnipeg
The City of Winnipeg's Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies are intended to encourage walking and cycling as attractive, convenient and accessible transportation choices for people of all ages and abilities in Winnipeg. These Strategies will help shape changes in...

Snow Removal on the Active Transportation Network
I have a series of transportation conversations currently underway on the third Thursday of each month until June: SEE DETAILS. The public is invited to join in a transportation discussion with myself and other members of the Standing Policy Committee on...

Waverley Underpass Project Is Proceeding
The construction of an underpass at Waverley and Taylor is the City’s top priority infrastructure project and will be proceeding as planned. This is an important project for South Winnipeg residents enabling downtown access. Funding arrangements with the Federal and...

New Traffic Lights on Pembina Highway
I’ve received many inquiries regarding the installation of new traffic lights on Pembina Highway, just south of Killarney/Kirkbridge. The request to install this controlled intersection between the two shopping malls on Pembina was made in June, 2014 by the applicant,...

The Hazards of Skating on Urban Storm Water Ponds
There are many water retention ponds located throughout South Winnipeg, and sometimes, local folks clear them in winter for use as skating rinks. However, this is NOT safe! The City of Winnipeg cautions residents NOT to use retention ponds for skating. During winter,...

Snow Removal on the Active Transportation Network: Neighbourhoods of Bridgwater
I'm pleased to provide some background info and an update on my actions related to snow removal on the active transportation network in the Neighbourhoods of Bridgwater. SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL Sidewalk snow removal in the Neighbourhoods of Bridgwater SEE MAP...

Lukes Wants Sidewalk Plow Review
One city councillor hopes to clear the way for a new snow-clearing strategy on sidewalks and other active transportation routes. Coun. Janice Lukes (South Winnipeg-St. Norbert) insisted that while forcing residents to clear their own sidewalks isn't on her agenda...

Improving Active Transportation & Traffic Calming Measures in University Heights/Fort Richmond
This summary is a brief overview/history of community engagement efforts and initiatives focused on improving the Active Transportation infrastructure and enhancing safety through traffic calming measures in the communities of University Heights and Fort Richmond:...

Janice Lukes Eyes Review for Sidewalk & Bike Lane Snow Removal
As crews near the end of a citywide plow operation following last week’s dump of snow, one Winnipeg councillor believes the time is right to examine how service can be improved for those on foot and two-wheels. Janice Lukes is inviting locals to give feedback on her...

South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Ward Residential Snow Parking Ban Starts 7 p.m. December 19
Plowing of residential streets will begin on December 19 to improve the overall condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Saturday, December 19 at 7:00 p.m. Citizens are encouraged to...

Survey Aimed at Making City Walkable
Gina Sylvestre and her team at the University of Winnipeg are collecting information on the conditions of winter walkways in Winnipeg and they need your help. You are invited to participate throughout this winter by completing a survey that asks you to assess your...

South Winnipeg To Get Better Transit — If There’s Money for It
On September 21, 2015, I chaired a meeting of the Standing Policy Committee for Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works. The meeting included discussion and review of a proposed plan to enhance transit service in South Winnipeg. I've attached a copy of the two...

New, Lighted Pedestrian Crosswalks in South Winnipeg
I was very pleased to work with Councillor Brian Mayes (St. Vital Ward) and my colleagues from the Province of Manitoba, MLAs Theresa Oswald and Christine Melnick, to enable the recent installation of a crosswalk on Dakota Street, linking the two wards of St. Vital...

New Traffic Calming “Raised Crosswalks” on Dalhousie at Ryerson School
New raised crosswalks have been installed on Dalhousie Drive, in front of Ryerson School. These crosswalks are NOT speed humps, but are somewhat similar in nature. They are wider and not as high, painted to be noticeable, and can accommodate Transit buses. The raised...

Night Construction on Bishop Grandin
Noise Alert! Residents may be hearing some noise from night time construction on Bishop Grandin Boulevard over the next two weeks. The contractor currently working on Bishop Grandin Boulevard (from Waverley to the Fort Garry Bridge) has tentatively scheduled night...

South Winnipeg Active Transportation Advisory Group
For the past 14 years, I’ve been working to improve walking and cycling in the South Winnipeg–St. Norbert ward. By working together with community members, groups and businesses, we’ve made great strides in many areas. We’ve secured significant infrastructure...

Taking Action on Transit in Bridgwater & South Pointe
A recent article in The Sou’Wester Community newspaper (see below) provides some insight on Winnipeg Transit’s current position related to route expansion. I’d like to update you and provide you with additional information on what is occurring in the Bridgwater and...

Chancellor Matheson Pathway Construction
On July 13, 2015, construction will begin on a multi-use pathway on Chancellor Matheson Road. The project will include excavation, placement of culverts, asphalt pavement, top soil and sod, as well as Transit platform upgrades. The construction will run...

Winnipeg’s Pedestrian & Cycling Strategy
On July 15, 2015, Winnipeg City Council gave the green light to the city’s 20-year pedestrian and cycling strategy. The strategy, which originated in 2011 from the Transportation Master Plan, provides a long-range policy framework for active modes of transportation...

John Forsyth Road – Sidewalk Renewal Project
Commencing the week of July 22, 2015, the City of Winnipeg Public Works Department will be renewing the sidewalk on John Forsyth Road (both sides), from Thornewood Avenue to Paddington Road. The project has an expected duration of three weeks, weather permitting. The...

Pedestrian Crosswalk by St. Norbert Farmers’ Market – Traffic Study
On March 16, 2015, I chaired a meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works (IRPW). One of the many agenda items we discussed was the need to assess the effectiveness and safety of the existing crosswalk near the St. Norbert...

Aldgate/Dakota/Paddington – Traffic Study
On June 23, 2015, I chaired a meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works. One of the many agenda items we discussed was the need to conduct a traffic study on Aldgate Road/Dakota Street/Paddington Road to determine if a stop...

UPDATE – Transit in Bridgwater and South Pointe
On June 23, 2015, I chaired a meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works. One of the issues on the agenda was the need for increased transit service in the communities of Bridgwater and South Pointe. The Winnipeg Public...

Bike Week in Winnipeg!
The week of June 13-19 features a special week of biking activities in Winnipeg!! Join a group and explore the new Floodway trail, stop by a pancake breakfast or BBQ, learn bike skills and safety, and one of my FAVORITE activities – meet at the University of...
Invitation: Rapid Transit Stage 2 Information Session
On Thursday May 28, Winnipeg Transit will host a drop in information session on the Functional Design of Stage 2 of the Southwest Transitway. Project representatives will be available to explain the design and answer any questions. 3:30 to 9:00 p.m. on...
Pembina Highway Construction
Road construction on Pembina Highway is in high gear! Two crews are working on the lane rehabilitation and resurfacing from Southbound Bairdmore Boulevard North to Kirkbridge Drive, and from Northbound Killarney Avenue to Dalhousie Drive (see project details here)....

Stadium Pedestrian Path Takes Shape
The road leading to Investors Group Field is on the path to a $1.3-million overhaul. As part of the city's 2015 pedestrian and cycling plan, a pathway on Chancellor Matheson Road -- from Investors Group Field to Pembina Highway -- is being proposed to deal with...

City Takes First Step in Long-Term Commitment to Support and Encourage Walking/Cycling in Winnipeg
The City is taking a first step in a long-term commitment to support and encourage walking and cycling in Winnipeg. The public service is seeking Council approval for the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies, a policy document which will serve as a roadmap for civic...

Pembina Highway – 2015 Road Construction
PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION NOTICE TO BUSINESS PERSONS AND RESIDENTS ON: Pembina Highway (Southbound) Street Rehabilitation and Bike Lane from Bairdmore Boulevard North Leg to Kirkbridge Drive Pembina Highway (Northbound) Street Resurfacing and Bike Lane from Killarney...
2015 Road Construction in South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Ward
In 2015, major road construction is occurring in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. I will be posting more information as I become aware of dates, anticipate time frames, etc. The following projects have been approved in the City 's 2015 Capital Budget:...
Notice of Upcoming Sewer Work
Notice to Residents and Businessess of: 15 to 39 Tunis Bay 2 to 98 Laval Drive 965 to 973 Chancellor Drive 59 to 110 Thatcher Drive 3 to 19 Lakeside Drive 57 to 65 Agassiz Drive Tamworth Bay from 63 Tamworth Bay to Silverstone Avenue 190 to 220 Lake Village Road 27 to...
City to spend record amount of $103 million on repairing roads
City to spend record amount of $103 million on repairing roads: An extensive road repair work campaign is about to be unleashed on Winnipeg. City council authorized the spending of $103 million to repair local and regional streets and alleys — a record amount for...

Winnipeg Transit Spring Schedule In Effect April 12
Spring has officially arrived, and that means a change to Winnipeg Transit schedules! Beginning on Sunday, April 12, 2015, the following Transit routes will be operating on a Spring Schedule: 17 McGregor 36 Northwest Super Express 44 Grey 72...

Increased Transit Service to Bridgwater/South Pointe Communities
On January 19, I brought forward a motion (Increase Transit Motion 2015) to have the Winnipeg Public Service research and report back (in 120 days) on their findings related to improving transit service in these communities. A motion is a formal request to ‘get the...

Full support for roadwork list
A slight wording change in a motion was enough to get unanimous support from council Wednesday for its ranking of road projects for federal and provincial funding. Councillors voted to put building an underpass at Waverley Street near Taylor Avenue as the leading...

Improving Active Transportation in South St. Vital
I'm working to improve walking and cycling in South St. Vital. Please join us on March 19 and share YOUR ideas and thoughts on how we can improve active transportation in the South St. Vital. Prior to being elected, I worked with many South St. Vital community...
Want Winnipeg Transit buses in Waverley West? Call 311
Want Winnipeg Transit buses in Waverley West? Call 311: Despite a big jump in the population of the Bridgwater Lakes area, there is no bus service available. Area resident Lori says she has expressed has her concerns to the City of Winnipeg. "My frustration, (and...