Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Essex County Road 50 West - Paved Shoulders: Historic Scenic component of the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail
Agreement Number:
-
Agreement Value:
$2,268,444.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 30, 2023 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
The proposed project includes the construction of paved shoulders supporting bike lanes and pedestrian access along County Road 50 W. County Road 50 is an East-West connecting route along the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail spanning the Southernmost region of Essex County. The project will span approximately 5.7km from the municipality's border at County Road 41, to Dahinda Drive at the edge of historic Colchester village. The project includes the construction of a 1.5 metre wide paved shoulder on the eastbound and westbound lanes, with appropriate pavement markings and cross walks. These elements will be constructed within the existing road right-of-way and utilize existing drainage corridors. In addition, the project will include additional features such as benches, AODA compliant wayfinding signage, and high visibility pavement markings.
Organization:
Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
Location:
Essex, Town of, Ontario, CA
Reference Number:
278-2023-2024-Q3-00034
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Multi-year award for fiscal years 2023-24 to 2025-26.
Recipient's Legal Name:
Corporation of the County of Essex
Program:
Active Transportation Fund