If you drive in the Garibaldi Estates behind Your Independent Grocer today, you will notice a traffic flow change.
Tantalus Road South has been changed to a one-way southbound.
This is part of the District of Squamish's long-planned Garibaldi Way and Tantalus Road Intersection Improvement project.
"These upgrades are being completed in order to increase safety and improve traffic flow in this area," according to a District news release.
"The need for safety and traffic flow improvements at this intersection has been an ongoing concern. With increasing traffic congestion in the area, combined with numerous reports of near misses and unsafe conditions, the District began a traffic study to identify possible improvements."
Feedback from residents collected for the study resulted in the project, which includes several traffic-flow changes in the area.
Other changes include:
•A new multi-use path will be added, which will run from Highway 99 to Diamond Head Road
•A second crosswalk with flashing beacons will be installed on Garibaldi Way at Tantalus Road
•A left-hand turn bay will be added from Garibaldi Way onto Tantalus Way (Northbound)
•One of the 7-11 access points on Garibaldi Way will be removed
•A left-hand turn lane will be added from Garibaldi Way into the 7-11
•Shoulder widening on Diamond Head Road (from Garibaldi Way to Diamond Road)
In terms of the one-way road, the District says the transition to one-way will support local businesses.
"Changing the vehicle traffic flow on the street will create short-term and long-term opportunities to support businesses in the area. Key features that support vibrant commercial areas include adequate sidewalks, attractive green space, and street furnishings that enable gathering and eating outside. These features create a safe and enjoyable experience, attracting visitors to the area," reads the release.
All of the work is expected to take through June to complete.
This approximately $750,000 District project is funded by the Capital Projects budget and Development Cost Charges (DCCs).
Find out more on the District's website.
