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Ajax Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan

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Every day, Durham residents make 800,000-plus private car trips that are less than 6 km. Ajax wants to change that. 

What is the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan Study?

This study is being undertaken by the Town to develop a comprehensive strategy of policies and guidelines for active transportation, that is walking, cycling and rolling. The study builds upon:

  • Vision 2020 Bicycle and Leisure Trail Plan
  • Transportation Master Plan Update
  • Bicycle Priority Plan
  • Regional Cycling Plan
  • The Big Move: Transforming Transportation in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area
It will integrate with the Town’s existing pedestrian and trail network, and address how to encourage more people to walk and bicycle.
 
Public Consultation
 
Two public meetings were held. The first on May 26, followed by a second on October 26.
 
Documents presented on May 26:
Documents presented on Oct. 6:

Benefits of Active Transportation:

     Helping People and Communities:

  • Improved health and well-being
  • Improved quality of life
  • Increased accessibility
  • Promotion of secure and livable communities
  • Reduced travel costs

     Helping to Improve our Environment:

  • Reduced air pollution
  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
  • Reduced surface area dedicated to roads and parking

     Helping the Economy:

  • Happier, healthier people are more productive at work and school
  • Increased land values
  • More efficient use of existing infrastructure
  • Increased tourism potential
  • Revitalized urban centres

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For more information, contact:
Angela Gibson
Senior Transportation Planner
905-619-2529, ext. 3209