Segment 2 of 14 Avenue N.W. spans approximately 500 metres from 20 Street N.W. to the North Hill Centre Pedestrian Overpass. Segment 2 encompasses key intersections and destinations including the Lions Park Strip Mall, Louise Riley Library, Lions Park LRT Station, North Hill Centre, Hounsfield Heights Briar Hill Community Centre, transit stops, residential building access, and pathway connections to Lions Park.

We heard from community members that it is important to consider safe access to the Lions Park Strip Mall, improve traffic light timing at 19 Street N.W., maintaining left turn capabilities at 19 Street N.W. and at the North Hill Centre complex area, sidewalk improvements and safety enhancements at crossing points, traffic calming, and clear connection points to Lions Park.

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Option 1 proposes maintaining the current functionality of the existing intersection and improves traffic flow for westbound traffic on 14 Avenue N.W. by removing the on-street transit stop and consolidating it east on 14 Avenue N.W. Enhancements have also been made to improve crossing for pedestrians. Option 1 will have limited improvements for traffic signal timing due to the maintained vehicle turning capabilities and LRT crossing constraints.

Estimated construction costs for Option 1 will be less than Options 2 and 3.

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Option 2 proposes maintaining the current functionality of the existing intersection and acknowledges queuing for vehicles while improving traffic flow by removing the on-street transit stop and consolidating it east on 14 Avenue N.W. Moderate enhancements in the pedestrian environment are being proposed to remove the turn island situated on the northeast corner of the intersection to slow the speeds of turning vehicles and reduce pedestrian conflicts. While the removal of the island improves pedestrian safety by creating a shorter, more direct crossing, it may result in some queuing in the westbound lanes of 14 Avenue N.W. While this change may impact the low volume of westbound drivers on 14 Avenue N.W., northbound right-turn movements would be permitted at red lights after yielding to traffic and pedestrians. Option 2 will have limited improvements for traffic signal timing due to the maintained vehicle turning capabilities and LRT crossing constraints.

Estimated construction costs for Option 2 will be more than Option 1, and less than Option 3.

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Option 3 proposes a roundabout to allow for the continuous flow of traffic and reduced vehicle queuing caused by the existing intersection signalization to accommodate the LRT crossing priority conditions. Option 3 addresses intersection signalization by allowing traffic to flow through the intersection at more consistent volumes compared the existing and proposed signalized options. Option 3 allows for potential placemaking opportunities in the centre of the roundabout.

Estimated construction costs for Option 3 will be more than Options 1 and 2. Option 3 will require additional funding to complete.

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Option 1 proposes maintaining the existing lane configuration and vehicle turning capabilities while exploring opportunities to enhance pedestrian crossings. Calgary Transit will be involved in decision-making processes to advance design options proposed near the Lions Park LRT Station and nearby Transit Zones.

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Option 2 proposes expanding the station area to accommodate pedestrians accessing the Lions Park LRT Station and nearby Transit Zones. This option proposes one lane of east-bound traffic on 14 Avenue N.W. to allow for dedicated through traffic, enhanced pedestrian crossings, and dedicated Transit Zones that do not stop traffic. Calgary Transit will be involved in decision-making processes to advance design options proposed near the Lions Park LRT Station and nearby Transit Zones.

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