1. GREENBELT CYCLING ROUTE MAPPING WORKSHOP Zaina Alhillou Engineer-In-Training Transportation & Waste Department Northumberland County

3. CYCLING MASTER PLAN (CMP)  In 2012, Northumberland County finalized a CMP  The plan encompasses the following:  The establishment of five (5) identified cycling routes  An infrastructure expenditure plan over 20 years to establish commuter, recreational and tourism routes  Creating a standard set of design guidelines for implementation  The establishment of awareness programs

5. Proposed Greenbelt Cycling Linkage to Durham Region

6. OTHER MAP Proposed Greenbelt Cycling Linkage to Durham Region

7. IMPACTS OF NEW LINKAGE  Provides a continuous route for cyclists  Allows for access to Waterfront Trail  Part of the Welcome Cyclists Network with over 50 establishments registered including restaurants, B&B’s, etc.  Safe low-traffic count roads  Exposes cyclists to Northumberland’s beautiful landscape

8. COUNCIL’S APPROVAL  Council has approved the installation of signs, i.e., “SHARE THE ROAD”, Greenbelt Cycling Route and other related signs  Allocating monies in budget for lane widening to allow for 1.5m cycling lanes, shoulder treatment and line painting

9. QUESTIONS? Zaina Alhillou, E.I.T. alhillouz@northumberlandcounty.ca (905) 372-3329 ext. 2344