The City of Moose Jaw is inviting and encouraging residents to learn more about and offer their input on the future of transportation, with a Transportation Master Plan Open House event at the Moose Jaw Events Centre from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24.
The Open House will be presented in a come-and-go format by KGS Group, hired by the City as the Transportation Master Plan study consultant. KGS will present information on the work completed so far for the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). There will also be opportunities for discussions on the TMP, including roadways, walking and cycling infrastructure, and transit options.
The TMP is a fully comprehensive plan with guidelines for all future investments in transportation in Moose Jaw. It addresses travel by all modes, including pedestrian traffic, cycling, scooting, public transit, passenger cars, commercial trucks, and more. It addresses issues such as safety, operational costs and staffing, capacity issues, environmental impacts, and future tech.
The plan matters because transportation is central to daily life — poorly planned transportation options cause frustration and delays, increase costs, decrease safety, and disrupt access to jobs, schools, healthcare, and recreation opportunities.
A well-planned transportation network helps to:
- Improve Mobility - Develop strategies to reduce congestion and improve the flow of traffic.
- Enhance Safety - Focus on safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.
- Promote Sustainability - Identify opportunities to reduce emissions and make transportation more eco-friendly.
- Increase Accessibility - Ensure that transportation options are accessible and inclusive for all members of our community.
- Support Economic Growth - Enhance transportation networks to foster economic development and job creation.
- Quality of Life - Promote a high quality of life through efficient, reliable, and sustainable transportation options.
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