Kitchener: Bleams Road Road Improvements

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This project supports the Region of Waterloo's strategic focus area(s):


Project overview

The Region of Waterloo has completed a Schedule "C" Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Class EA) and preliminary design for improvements to Bleams Road from Fischer-Hallman Road to Trussler Road in the City of Kitchener. The study was undertaken to investigate current and projected traffic patterns and determine the need for improvements to the roadway such that it can accommodate the existing and proposed intensification of the land uses along Bleams Road. All road corridor users (pedestrians, cyclists and motorists) were considered throughout the study to ensure efficient and desirable interconnections between existing and proposed developments on both sides of the roadway. The results of this study have determined the required intersection improvements, such that these improvements can be incorporated into the upcoming reconstruction project.

Public consultation
The project team has developed a recommended alternative taking into consideration public input and based on technical studies, best practices, and staff expertise. The recommended alternative was approved by Planning & Works Committee on December 6, 2022. The Environmental Study Report (ESR) was placed on the public record for a 30-day review period (May 2 to June 1) in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. Comments received were incorporated into the ESR and the project is expected to commence construction in spring 2024 with completion in fall of 2025. The ESR is available to review under Key Documents on the right side of this page.

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Greg Proctor, C.E.T. | Project Manager | Region of Waterloo | 150 Frederick Street, 6th Floor | Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3 | Telephone: (519) 575-4729 | Email: gproctor@regionofwaterloo.ca





This project supports the Region of Waterloo's strategic focus area(s):


Project overview

The Region of Waterloo has completed a Schedule "C" Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Class EA) and preliminary design for improvements to Bleams Road from Fischer-Hallman Road to Trussler Road in the City of Kitchener. The study was undertaken to investigate current and projected traffic patterns and determine the need for improvements to the roadway such that it can accommodate the existing and proposed intensification of the land uses along Bleams Road. All road corridor users (pedestrians, cyclists and motorists) were considered throughout the study to ensure efficient and desirable interconnections between existing and proposed developments on both sides of the roadway. The results of this study have determined the required intersection improvements, such that these improvements can be incorporated into the upcoming reconstruction project.

Public consultation
The project team has developed a recommended alternative taking into consideration public input and based on technical studies, best practices, and staff expertise. The recommended alternative was approved by Planning & Works Committee on December 6, 2022. The Environmental Study Report (ESR) was placed on the public record for a 30-day review period (May 2 to June 1) in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. Comments received were incorporated into the ESR and the project is expected to commence construction in spring 2024 with completion in fall of 2025. The ESR is available to review under Key Documents on the right side of this page.

Project update
For the latest project update, please see the project update tab below.

Please refer to the information and documents posted on the right side of this page. Feedback can be provided online by asking a question under the Questions Tab below.

Please use the Subscribe Button on the right side of this page to receive email notifications of future project updates.

Please submit any questions or comments to:

Greg Proctor, C.E.T. | Project Manager | Region of Waterloo | 150 Frederick Street, 6th Floor | Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3 | Telephone: (519) 575-4729 | Email: gproctor@regionofwaterloo.ca





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    When can we expect street lights on Bleams Rd leading towards Trussler. Currently the entire stretch from Fischer Hallman/Bleams to Bleams/Forestwalk St. is completely dark and it’s very difficult and dangerous for pedestrians residing in Wildflower community.

    Tania Ghosh asked 4 months ago

    The Region of Waterloo planning to reconstruct Bleams Road from Fischer Hallman Road to Trussler Road, starting in 2024 at Fischer-Hallman Road and continuing in 2025 toward Trussler Road.  The new Bleams Road design includes multi use trails with street lights on both sides of Bleams Road.  It is anticipated that the road construction will commence in May 2024.  Early hydro pole relocations on the north side of Bleams Road are expected to start in January, so street lights on the north side of the roadway could be installed on the new poles by this spring.

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    When can we expect street lights on Bleams Rd leading to Trussler Rd from Fischer Hallman? The entire stretch of road from Fischer Hallman/Bleams to Bleams/Forestwalk St is dark and it becomes extremely dangerous for pedestrians after sunset. The entire residential community of Wildflower faces this problem.

    Tania Ghosh asked 4 months ago

    The Region of Waterloo planning to reconstruct Bleams Road from Fischer Hallman Road to Trussler Road, starting in 2024 at Fischer-Hallman Road and continuing in 2025 toward Trussler Road.  The new Bleams Road design includes multi use trails with street lights on both sides of Bleams Road.  It is anticipated that the road construction will commence in May 2024.  Early hydro pole relocations on the north side of Bleams Road are expected to start in January, so street lights on the north side of the roadway could be installed on the new poles by this spring.

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    re: Roundabouts and Pedestrian safety. Ongoing controversy on this topic, as they typically do not mix. Personally, I find that slower speeds approaching and within roundabouts dramatically improves safety for all situations. Reaction time is key. I suggest, consideration be made to "rumble" strips well before each crosswalk, and possibly in the middle of the highest-volume passages in the roundabout. And, a posted warning-speed sign typically used in many curves and dangerous corners.

    GeoffK2015 asked over 1 year ago

    Thank you for your interest in this project.  Your comments will be compiled with others that are received and consideration will be given, by the Project Team, to all comments when completing the study and subsequent roadway design.

     

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