Temporary Changes to Pedestrian Crossings at New Orchard Avenue and Richmond Road
As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project and the Revitalizing Richmond Road projects, changes are being made to pedestrian crossings at New Orchard Avenue North and Richmond Road because traffic configuration is changing in the area.
What:
Pedestrians crossing at New Orchard Avenue North and Richmond Road will be crossing at the westernmost crosswalk as the easternmost crosswalk will be closed.
When:
Starting as early as November 24.
Why:
The roadway is being redesigned to accommodate construction for upcoming utility work.
Where:
New Orchard Avenue North and Richmond Road
Detour
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To access Byron Avenue pedestrians will travel westbound across the New Orchard Avenue North crosswalk, then southbound crossing the Richmond Road crosswalk, then following the pedestrian pathway provided and crossing southbound to the south sidewalk of Byron Avenue, as shown in the image above.
Accessibility
Accessibility is an important consideration for the Stage 2 LRT project. The Stage 2 team makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require special accommodation, please contact stage2@ottawa.ca.
Future work is required in this area. Additional construction updates, such as changes to work sequencing and the duration or impact of this work will be communicated via the Stage 2 project e-newsletter. To receive these electronic updates please sign up at octranspo.com/o-trainx and select updates for “Moodie Station”. For other accommodations, or questions, please contact:
Stakeholder Relations,
Rail Construction Program,
City of Ottawa
The construction work outlined in this notice is subject to change. Work may be delayed or extended due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
