TransLink funding C$128 million in community projects through Municipal Funding Program
TransLink is funding C$128 million (US$94.5 million) through the Municipal Funding Program that will support improvements to greenways, cycling paths, walkways, multi-use paths, bridges and roads, in addition to maintenance of the Major Road Network. The Municipal Funding Program is part of the 2022 Investment Plan and supported by the government of British Columbia. The program consists of 106 infrastructure projects in 20 communities across Metro Vancouver.
Through the Municipal Funding Program, TransLink contributes up to 75 percent of funding for upgrades benefitting local governments throughout the region. For projects improving the efficiency of bus operations or some priority cycling infrastructure, TransLink funds up to 100 percent of the project costs.
Examples of infrastructure improvements being funded from this program include:
Vancouver
Arbutus Greenway – Kerrisdale- C$1.75 million (US$1.3 million)- Cycling and walking improvements along the 8.5-kilometer (5.3-mile) Arbutus Greenway
Coquitlam
Guildford Multi-Use Pathway: City Center to Port Moody- C$1.16 million (US$857,000)- Extending the Guildford Greenway from Port Moody to Pinetree Way
Surrey
Nicomeckl Bridge Upgrade- C$2 million (US$1.48 million)- Replace existing bridge structure due to sea level rise
In total, the 106 investments consist of 62 walking, cycling and multi-use paths, an additional 31 roads, structures and bus speed upgrades and overall operation, maintenance and rehabilitation of the Major Road Network.
“Every day, TransLink moves Metro Vancouver forward sustainably and reliably. With the responsibility of building transit-friendly and livable communities, we know how important it is to invest in the region we serve. TransLink has contributed to more than 100 projects as part of a C$128 million (US$94.5 million) infrastructure investment, which will make these communities a better place to live, work and play,” said Kevin Quinn, CEO, TransLink.
“The Municipal Funding Program provides the infrastructure and investment that communities rely on to encourage active transportation throughout the region. Cycling paths, walkways and bus speed upgrades are all critical components to combat climate change. We are grateful for TransLink and the provincial government who are strategic partners in making our communities vibrant and family oriented,” said Brad West, mayors’ council chair and mayor of Port Coquitlam.
“Developing and improving cycling paths, walkways, bridges and roads is important to ensure more families have safe and convenient ways to travel every day. This infrastructure means people can more easily choose to walk, cycle or roll instead of driving, which reduces traffic congestion, makes roads safer, improves air quality and leads to a healthier and more sustainable community,” said Rob Fleming, minister of transportation and infrastructure.
A full list of recently completed projects can be found on TransLink’s website.
