Trails society calls for safe active transportation network in Vernon
A group that advocates for active transportation has called on the City of Vernon to invest in more safe routes for residents.
The Ribbons of Green Trails Society recently presented a delegation to Vernon city council, which recommended establishing an inter-urban active transportation network throughout Vernon that would allow safe movement for people of all ages and abilities.
Addressing council, Bruce Mol from the society indicated there were no safe routes for people to ride a bike, scooter or other form of active transportation from just about anywhere in Vernon to the Galaxy Cinema, the new Active Living Centre and Athletic Park, or to Predator Ridge.
Mol’s presentation to council outlined 38 potential routes, with the top priorities being on 43rd Avenue from Pleasant Valley Rd. to Alexis Park Dr.; on Alexis Park Drive from 43rd Ave. to 32 Ave.; along 32nd Ave. from 29th St. to 15th St.; and on Mission Rd. from 25th Ave to Commonage Path.