Two public meetings scheduled for this weekRay [email protected]
As construction on Highway 99 continues, Squamish residents have two more opportunities to have their say on the future state of the highway.
"We're entering the detailed design phase, which is the final stage of consultation," said Rob Ahola, project director for the Sea to Sky Highway construction.
"We are looking for public input in a few areas now on how the highway will interact with community, particularly with gateway signage, pedestrian movement, and landscaping," said Ahola.
These issues will all be discussed at two public meetings this coming week at the Sea to Sky Hotel. On Tuesday (April 24) at 7 p.m. and on Saturday (April 28) at 10 a.m. Ahola will host a public feedback forum.
"One of the things we will be talking about is the gateway signage which will be of two types, for the community as a whole and for businesses in particular," said Ahola.
Two possible types of community gateway signage are being considered - one that would be made of painted metal, the other of faux rock.
According to Ahola the goal is to make people more aware that they are driving through a busy community.
"This will make people more likely to stop in the community, and it will also help with safety, making people more aware that yes you are now going through a community and to slow down."
The public will also be consulted on how intersections should be landscaped and how they will interact with pedestrians. One area of concern is the Squamish Chief parking lot.
"We definitely want feedback on how that will function," said Ahola.
Other pedestrian based options that will be discussed are two possible pedestrian bridges a well as a walking trail between Garibaldi Way and Mamquam Road.
If residents are unable to attend the meetings, they can also provide feedback on the project's web site at www.seatoskyimprovements.ca
