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Overview
The Fraser Valley is one of the fastest growing regions in British Columbia and the need for efficient transit services is growing along with the population.
Transit Vision for the Fraser Valley
In November 2008 Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Kevin Falcon announced a comprehensive study of the transit needs of the Fraser Valley. It will identify and assess options for transit services within the Fraser Valley and how to best provide transit service between the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver. The Fraser Valley Transit Study will explore all options available to address future demand, including the viability of using the Southern Rail Corridor (Interurban Line, Chilliwack to Surrey) for commuter rail.
This study encompasses the communities within the boundary of the Fraser Valley Regional District (Mission, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Kent, Harrison Hot Springs, and Hope). The result of this study will be a series of working papers that will shape the future of transit in the valley as we approach the benchmark years of 2020 and 2030 identified in the province’s Provincial Transit Plan. The working papers will focus on establishing a foundation for future transit services at both the municipal and regional scales and a final concept plan will outline an implementation strategy to deliver effective and reliable transit in the Fraser Valley.
The Fraser Valley Transit Study is largely funded by the Province and is being developed in partnership with the Fraser Valley Regional District, BC Transit and TransLink. The $400,000 study was awarded to Urban Systems. An initial assessment of transit demand will be completed by April 2009 with stakeholder and public consultation to follow. A final report is expected in early 2010. |
