Banff - Bear Street may feature woonerf

On May 27, Town council unanimously directed administration to develop design concepts and preliminary pricing for a woonerf, a space where vehciles are allowed, but pedestrians and cyclists have priority. “I’ve walked on lots on woonerfs in European cities and they work, and I think Bear Street is a good place for this,” said Councillor Leslie Taylor. “This will deal with the people who ask why we can’t make Banff Avenue into a pedestrian mall. This is a nice alternative.” Read more.