The City of Colwood created a Transportation Master Plan in 2015 to improve how community members and visitors travel in and through our city - whether they are driving, walking, biking or using transit.
A lot has changed since 2015 as our community has grown. A project is underway now to update the Transportation Master Plan.
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Transportation Master Plan
This plan provides the vision and guidance to inform how we invest in improving mobility to ensure Colwood offers safe, efficient transportation options.
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Traffic Modeling
The City has created a new Colwood Traffic Model which is able to forecast traffic volumes on Colwood's major roads to support transportation planning.
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Mobility Data & Travel Patterns
A number of active transportation improvements have been implemented by the City to meet the demands of a growing population since 2015 as well.
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Road Network
Colwood has an ongoing program of improvements to Colwood roads, sidewalks, street lighting, traffic signals, pedestrian, cycling, and transit facilities.
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Active Transportation Plan
We are working to make it easier, safer and more enjoyable for residents and visitors to walk or cycle in Colwood.
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Sidewalks
The City of Colwood recognizes the importance of expanding our pedestrian network to ensure that walking is a safe and convenient transportation choice.