11 Street S - 3 Ave S to 4 Ave S Revitalization Planning
The purpose of this project is to enhance the livability and sustainability of a 11 Street S, between 3 and 4 Ave, by leveraging planned water main renewals in 2024 to incorporate public realm space and green infrastructure.
This project envisions 11 Street S, between 3 Avenue and 4 Avenue, as a green corridor in Lethbridge, connecting the Warehouse District and Downtown. The design will establish a vibrant place for people, support businesses, prioritize pedestrians and multi-model movement, maintain and add tree canopy coverage along the street, integrate sustainable stormwater management, and plan for future commercial frontage activation.
In addition to the public realm expansions, green infrastructure will be integrated into the project. This may include the installation of rain gardens, bioswales, or permeable pavements. These green features, coupled with the water main renewals, will help manage stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and contribute to the overall environmental sustainability of the area.
By combining water main renewals scheduled for 2024 with the development of public realm space and green infrastructure, this project aims to maximize the benefits for residents while minimizing disruption and cost.
The purpose of this project is to enhance the livability and sustainability of a 11 Street S, between 3 and 4 Ave, by leveraging planned water main renewals in 2024 to incorporate public realm space and green infrastructure.
This project envisions 11 Street S, between 3 Avenue and 4 Avenue, as a green corridor in Lethbridge, connecting the Warehouse District and Downtown. The design will establish a vibrant place for people, support businesses, prioritize pedestrians and multi-model movement, maintain and add tree canopy coverage along the street, integrate sustainable stormwater management, and plan for future commercial frontage activation.
In addition to the public realm expansions, green infrastructure will be integrated into the project. This may include the installation of rain gardens, bioswales, or permeable pavements. These green features, coupled with the water main renewals, will help manage stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and contribute to the overall environmental sustainability of the area.
By combining water main renewals scheduled for 2024 with the development of public realm space and green infrastructure, this project aims to maximize the benefits for residents while minimizing disruption and cost.
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MEmard19 days agoPlease do not reduce parking on 11 Street.
The two-way option does not support key areas identified in previous engagement. Southminster Hall and church is a busy evening and weekend venue and requires adequate parking. Requesting people to park further in an identified unsafe area is not respecting those concerns.
0 comment3Kris25 days agoI think a one way is a great idea. That would leave room for much needed parking, yet enough room for green space.
0 comment1Jenp19 days agoMaybe fix the roads we do have instead of making new projects. Our roads are worse than Calgary roads
0 comment0localareauser18 days ago11 street south hosts residential, business and community traffic. parking in the evenings while events are taking place is very difficult.
less parking would be awful for all the positive events in the area.
1 comment1Daphne20 days agoQuestions about 1 way option
I like the one way option for the amount of green space, plaza space for the restaurants, and parking it provides for large events at the church (such as concerts). Would there be any impact on emergency service access if this was reduced to 1 lane?
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MEmard19 days agoUneasy about reduced parking
I book the hall regularly and every event I cross my fingers that there isn't anything going on downtown or at the church so my patrons can have a close and safe space to park at night. This is better than the two-way option, but I'm hesitant to embrace this. If the church and businesses believe this will improve/increase their customer experience, then I defer to their preference.
0 comment0tylerjstewart714 days agoOne-way option seems like best compromise
I have a feeling that implementing a one-way road here will cause lots of complaints and confusion, but it seems like the best compromise in terms of only reducing the 39 current parking stalls down to 30, rather than being reduced to 23 with the two-way option. I think something to keep in mind for those concerned with parking here, is that it's just a reality that Southminster Church is a very large facility that does not provide its own parking lot for patrons. So there will never be "good parking" here. Sad but true reality. In the long term, I could see that the eventual Civic Block redevelopment master plan could benefit from having a large underground parking lot. This would address the need for extra parking in this area, also serving the church.
0 comment0randy20 days agoGreat redevelopment for this street
Although I think either the one-way or the two-way would be great development for the area and invite more pedestrian and public space, I think currently the one way is a good option for this street. I think, similar to others, this is not a super busy street so a one way is plenty, and hopefully this will help in traffic calming to protect people using the outdoor spaces. As well, one ways are often safer for pedestrians crossing the street, and since this project will increase pedestrian use as well as bring more people to the area, it is important to prioritize pedestrian safety. Great project overall! Hope to see more spaces like this in the future for Lethbridge.
0 comment2Mwallocha25 days agoGeneral thoughts and feedback
I think making the street one-way is a great way to balance the green space and need for parking for local businesses/the church. However, I would want some information on how this would impact traffic or congestion on the street. I am curious if the city has any information they could provide from past implementation of one way streets. Is the boulevard space going to be maintained by the city or the businesses adjacent to the space? I would be concerned if some of the businesses/home owners would maintain the greenery in the way the city would intend. I am thinking that having the street being a one-way may cause traffic going the opposite direction to be redirected to the alleyways surrounding. Is there any evidence that my thoughts may be accurate? This would lead to additional wear and tear on the alleyways and I am unsure who maintains them and how frequently. If the re-routed traffic is being pushed to the street to the east, it may be beneficial to have 4 way lights to address the potential congestion. I would also like more clarification on what the "programmable parking space" is. I am very happy to see the safety concerns of the alleyways being addressed. Thanks for listening to our feedback!! I am excited to see what comes of this.
0 comment1keilan22 days agoI like the one-way
Giving this a bit more thought, I think this is a great place to put a one-way street. It's not high traffic enough to cause a ton of disruption as people get used to the idea, and that might help us ease into more one ways throughout downtown. It also preserves more parking spaces while moving us in the direction of more walkability. A gentle transition will be easier on surrounding businesses.
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Kris3 months agoThis is terrible! We have no performing arts centre, and the parking at Southminster/Yates is already crowded.
Has nobody in the planning dept ever gone to any performance in this area?? I’m in shock and disbelief. Symphony, Vox, brass band, and a myriad of others rehearse here weekly. Whomever planned this needs to take a trip to this area on a weeknight.
0 comment0Mwallocha3 months agoThis is a wonderful idea!
What a great way to stimulate business in the area and make it safer. The more pedestrian traffic on the streets, the more eyes watching out for eachother, just makes the space safer. Sitting outside of the church under the trees while the symphony plays will be beautiful. Eating a 2 Guy's Pizza from a patio on a safe walkable street with tree cover will be awesome. The best part is: the more beautiful we make our city, the more people do not mind walking to their destination as they will enjoy the journey. I'm not worries about the changes that may happen to parking.
0 comment3Khlewis3 months agoMove this to a different street. It is already an inadequate area for parking demands.
Parking is absolutely at a Prius in that area this compromises all patrons on activity nights or days. These include Southminster church services , Symphony which rehearses there, loads equipment through east doors, LCBS Brass Band rehearses there Sunday evenings and hauls equipment ( by trailer to the east doors weekly, fitness classes at various times, Yates events demand every available parking stall as it is. . Close off 4th avenue in front of City Hall and help expand the front entry to Southminster to create a proper lobby area since it is a HIGH TRAFFIC facility for the multiple facilities in immediate proximity and expand parking in front of the old courthouse and the city hall building.
0 comment1jane.edmundson843 months agoI love the idea of more trees and pedestrian/bike friendly pathways!
Attending the Wide Skies Music Festival on this street a few years ago was so awesome and a great example of using the space in new ways to activate the street.
0 comment4keilan3 months agoRemove Angle Parking, Lower Speed Limits
This street provides an interesting link between the 4th avenue bike routes through downtown and the eventual 3rd avenue route farther into the warehouse district. I think we need to consider the cycling link here, while still prioritizing foot traffic and outdoor seating for Two Guys, Tops, and Southminster Church. One option could be forgoing a dedicated bike lane in favor of a wide multiuse path, similar to that seen in pedestrianized streets. Narrowing car lanes as much as possible and a speed limit reduction to 30 km/h would make this more appealing. This is an exciting opportunity and I love the idea of a green corridor!
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Key Dates
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February 13 2024
Lifecycle
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Community Engagement
11 Street S - 3 Ave S to 4 Ave S Revitalization Planning has finished this stageFebruary 2024
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Analysis
11 Street S - 3 Ave S to 4 Ave S Revitalization Planning has finished this stageFebruary - March 2024
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Community Engagement
11 Street S - 3 Ave S to 4 Ave S Revitalization Planning is currently at this stageSpring 2024
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Final report
this is an upcoming stage for 11 Street S - 3 Ave S to 4 Ave S Revitalization PlanningSpring-Summer 2024