VANCOUVER
| Stat | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 662,248 | 2021 |
| Population | 631,486 | 2016 |
| Tax revenues | $1.748 billion | 2022 |
| Tax revenues | $1.727 billion | 2021 |
| Tax revenues | $1.597 billion | 2020 |
| Tax revenues | $1.844 billion | 2019 |
| Property tax | $1.000 billion | 2022 |
| Property tax | $0.942 billion | 2021 |
| Property tax | $0.891 billion | 2020 |
| Property tax | $0.873 billion | 2019 |
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The City of Vancouver is considering implementing a 30 km/h speed limit on residential streets to improve safety and promote active transportation. The council motion outlines the city's commitment to sustainable and equitable mobility, including goals to increase walking, biking, and low-power personal mobility device usage.
Key Highlights:- In 2019, the council approved a resolution for a 30 km/h residential street pilot and a UBCM resolution requesting an amendment to the Motor Vehicle Act (MVA) to allow for speed reduction pilot projects.
- The MVA was amended in 2019 to allow for speed reduction pilot projects, and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure clarified signage requirements.
- The city introduced Slow Streets and Neighbourhood Traffic Management Programs in response to COVID-19, and 72% of Vancouverites support a 30 km/h speed reduction on select residential streets.
- The city's 2023-2026 Strategic Priority and election commitments align with safer, slower streets, and the recent expansion of electric kick scooter use will increase active transportation road users.
- Report on Benefits: Staff are directed to report on the benefits of 30 km/h speed limits in residential areas.
- Clarity on MVA Requirements: Staff are directed to provide clarity on MVA speed limit sign requirements and report on phasing options for city-wide or neighbourhood implementation, and funding options.
- Reduce Motor Vehicle Traffic: Staff are directed to bring forward a strategy to reduce motor vehicle traffic on designated Local Street Bikeways through physical, traffic, and placemaking interventions.
The report recommends amendments to various by-laws for a Shared Electric Kick Scooter Pilot in Vancouver.
Council Authority/Previous Decisions
July 7, 2020: Council approved Transportation Safety Update Report.
April 5, 2021: Province's Electric Kick Scooter Pilot came into effect.
June 16, 2022: Council directed staff to seek public shared e-scooter operator.
City Manager's/General Manager's Comments
City Manager recommends approval.
Report Summary
Responds to Council resolution on electric kick scooters in Vancouver.
Identifies necessary by-law amendments for shared e-scooter system.
Recommends Council resolution for City's participation in updated Provincial electric kick scooter pilot.
City Council is moving forward with a pedestrian-first pilot on Water Street in Gastown for the summer of 2024.
- Recommendations: Council directs staff to proceed with the pilot in July and August, with a report back in fall 2024 on outcomes and future plans.
- Previous Decisions: Council motion "A People-Focused Gastown" (May 10, 2023) and $10M allocated in the 2023-2026 Capital Plan for Gastown Streets.
- Coordinated Approach: Traffic management plan includes changes to Cambie Street, Columbia Street, and Cordova Street, with the pilot launching in early July and running throughout August.
This Vancouver City Council report addresses funding applications for the B.C. Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program, focusing on two key projects:
- Granville Bridge Connector: A $19 million project for active mobility enhancements, including a larger walking area, a protected cycling path, and signalized pedestrian crossings. The city seeks $500,000 in funding to support signalization components.
- Drake Street Upgrades: A $4.4 million project to improve east-west connectivity in the Downtown Bike Network, enhancing safety and accessibility. The city has applied for $500,000 to support this project.
Both initiatives align with the city's Transportation 2040 and Climate Emergency Action plans, aiming to promote active transportation and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.