5th Street Complete Street
The 5th Street Complete Street Pilot Project included a substantial overhaul of above-ground and below-ground infrastructure on 5th Street between Fitzgerald and Menzies Avenues. The project significantly improves walking and cycling infrastructure in the area. Along with new landscaping, other improvements include innovative stormwater management through the installation of rain gardens throughout the corridor.
100 percent of eligible project costs up to $3.253 million will be covered through the federal Gas Tax Fund, under the Strategic Priorities Fund - Local Roads, Bridges and Active Transportation category.
What is a Complete Street?
"A Complete Street is designed for all ages, abilities, and modes of travel. On Complete Streets, safe and comfortable access for pedestrians, bicycles, transit users and the mobility-impaired is not an afterthought, but an integral planning feature." Complete Streets for Canada
The project includes:
- Two freshly paved 3.3 metre vehicle lanes
- Bike lanes physically separated from vehicle traffic
- Improved accessibility for strollers, scooters, and wheelchairs
- Parking between Fitzgerald and Harmston, and alternating parking and rain gardens throughout the remainder of the corridor
- Innovative stormwater management to improve drainage
- New water, sewer, and storm utility mains
Frequently Asked Questions - 5th Street Complete Streets Pilot Project
Project Updates
June 10, 2019: Tour Highlights Innovative Features of 5th Street Complete Street
March 28, 2019: Periodic 5th Street Construction Touch-Ups this Spring
Rain garden plant list - 5th Street Complete Street
November 30, 2018: More Finishing Touches on 5th Street Early Next Week
November 23, 2018: 5th Street Set to Reopen
November 2, 2018: Finishing Touches on 5th Street Taking Shape
October 11, 2018: Upcoming Paving on 5th Street
October 5, 2018: Intersection at 5th and Fitzgerald Will Reopen Before the Weekend
September 10, 2018: 5th Street Upgrades Between Fitzgerald and Harmston Avenues Underway This Week
July 12, 2018: Upcoming Early Morning Shifts at 5th Street and Fitzgerald Avenue
July 4, 2018: Temporary Four-Way Stop at Fitzgerald Avenue & 6th Street
June 29, 2018: Overnight Work Expected at 5th and Fitzgerald from July 8 - 10
June 6, 2018: Progress Continues on 5th Street Complete Street Pilot Project
April 27, 2018: Construction Set to Begin Next Week on 5th Street Complete Street Pilot Project
March 29, 2018: 5th Street Complete Street Construction Contract Awarded
Complete Street Open House
The City of Courtenay hosted an Open House on January 26, 2018 to present the final design for the 5th Street Complete Street. View the display boards:
January 26, 2018 Complete Street Open House Display Boards [PDF - 6.5 MB]
Past Consultation:
Public information sessions and surveys seeking feedback on options for the 5th Street Complete Streets Pilot Project were offered in both the spring and fall of 2016.
October 26, 2016 Public Information Session Display Boards [PDF - 6 MB]
May 5, 2016 Public Information Session Display Boards [PDF - 6.2 MB]
Past Media Releases:
January 17, 2018: Significant Upgrades to 5th Street Set to Start this Spring
October 19, 2017: 5th and Fitzgerald Intersection Traffic Study Complete
April 10, 2017: Temporary Intersection Changes at 5th Street and Fitzgerald Avenue
October 18, 2016: Complete Streets Pilot Project Information Session
April 22, 2016: Complete Streets Project Public Information Session [PDF - 108 KB]
February 12, 2016: Federal Gas Tax Fund Contribution for "Complete Streets" Pilot Project [PDF - 234 KB]
Reports and Publications:
January 15, 2018 Briefing Note: Update on 5th Street Complete Streets Pilot Project [PDF - 8.7 MB]
May 9, 2017 Briefing Note: 5th Street Complete Streets - Project Update [PDF - 727 KB]
October 3, 2016 Staff Report: Cross Section Options and Public Engagement Next Steps [PDF - 573 KB]
October 3, 2016 Staff Report: 5th Street and Fitzgerald Avenue Pop-up Intersection [PDF - 476 KB]
July 4, 2016 5th Street Complete Streets Pilot Project Public Engagement Summary [PDF - 289 KB]
February 12, 2016 Neighbourhood Flyer [PDF - 234 KB]
October 20, 2014 Staff Report: Complete Streets Pilot Project - Options Evaluation [PDF - 246 KB]