Objection to the Proposed Relocation and Downsizing of the Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge

We object to relocating and downsizing this bridge. Retaining a full-sized bridge in its original location will work much better for the community over the long term.

• The original location provides a direct, uninterrupted route connecting the Grand Canal Greenway, South Link Street, Northern Link Street, and the Urban Core. Moving the bridge forces pedestrians and cyclists through local residential roads, creates unnecessary detours on a primary transit route, and pulls foot traffic further away from local schools.
• We anticipate this bridge will be heavily used by cyclists, runners, families with buggies, dog walkers, and wheelchair users. A downsized bridge will inevitably create bottlenecks and won’t be fit for purpose during busy periods.