Houghton Road Multi-use Corridor Project
The proposed Houghton Road Multi-use Corridor will be a multi-phased project over many years that will parallel Highway 33 and act as an alternative route for pedestrians and cyclists in Rutland.
The ultimate vision for the project is to connect the Rutland Town Centre with the future Rails with Trails and surrounding neighbourhoods. Funding has been secured for construction of the first phase of the project from Nickel Road to Hollywood Road approximately 1100 metres. The funding was part of the Infrastructure Grant program provided by senior levels of Government with the City is contributing one-third of the cost.
The Preliminary Design Plan for the first phase has been complete and can be viewed under Downloads to the right. This project is now in the Detail Design Phase with construction anticipated in 2010.
A public information session will be held on the project once a timeframe for construction is established.
Project Schedule
Construction in 2010
Contractor: To be decided
Consultant: Focus Engineering
Cost: $2.8-million
Funding in part by the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund
Public Consultations
Two public open houses were held for the project during the Preliminary Design Phase where residents were invited to come out, view the concept plans, help identify issues and inform the design process.
- June 25, 2009 at Ben Lee Park
- September 30, 2009 at Rutland Centennial Hall
Background
In keeping with the City's vision for an active transportation network throughout Kelowna, a series of multi-use pathways and sidewalks are being developed to provide sustainable cycling and pedestrian oriented infrastructure. These will link key areas of the city and connect neighbourhoods, town centres, parks and schools.
Contact Us
For more information on the Houghton Road Multi-use Corridor, please contact:
Purvez Irani, P.Eng
Project Manager, Design & Construction
250 469-8727
