The City of Winnipeg is looking at a new funding model for road renewal, which it hopes will improve road conditions, add to the city’s active transportation network, and make our streets safer.

The proposed funding strategy is on the agenda at Monday’s Public Works Committee meeting. Waverly West councillor Janice Lukes is in favour of the plan.

“I’m supportive of it because it also includes pieces of our infrastructure that we’ve never really set aside a budget for,” Lukes said. “Back alleys being one, that’s really important. Tree replacement – when we do renewals, to have trees included in the replacement.”

If approved, the plan would also incorporate the addition of road safety elements such as traffic signal installations, traffic calming measures, railway crossing safety improvements, and the installation of permanent pavement markings.

Keep reading on ctvnews.ca

• 
•