Greenways Plan information - City of Surrey
Greenways Plan information - City of Surrey
Greenways Plan information - City of Surrey
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A Greenway is …<br />
a paved multi-use pathway separated from motor vehicles for<br />
pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorized users. Ideally it<br />
is a 4 m wide paved pathway in a separate <strong>of</strong>f-street corridor.<br />
Where a separate corridor is not possible, it may be built<br />
adjacent to, but separated from, the roadway.<br />
GREENWAYS MATTER<br />
Walking for pleasure or exercise is the #1 outdoor recreation activity in<br />
the Vancouver region (Outdoor Recreation Opportunities Study,<br />
Metro Vancouver, March 2011)<br />
Walking and cycling trails top the list <strong>of</strong> outdoor facilities requested by<br />
<strong>Surrey</strong> residents (Parks, Recreation and Culture Strategic <strong>Plan</strong>, 2008-<br />
2013)<br />
<strong>Greenways</strong> encourage physical fitness and healthy lifestyles<br />
<strong>Greenways</strong> create new outdoor recreation and ‘active living’<br />
opportunities<br />
<strong>Greenways</strong> provide safe and sustainable transportation alternatives<br />
<strong>Greenways</strong> provide physical connections and encourage social<br />
interaction among community members<br />
Hook Greenway, <strong>Surrey</strong>, B.C.<br />
Nicomekl Greenway, <strong>Surrey</strong> BC
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