Latest Posts From Ridge Meadows
New High-Tech Secure Bike Locks in Downtown Maple Ridge
Worried about your bike getting ripped off while parked in downtown Maple Ridge? The city has recently installed smart, sleek looking and secure bike locks to ease your worries. The new secure smart-lock bike racks by Bikeep are internet connected and can be operated via a smartphone app. For instructions on how to download […]
North 256 Street Industrial Lands Area Plan: Open House & survey
The City is looking for your input for the future of the North 256 Street Industrial Lands as part of a new Area Plan aimed at attracting new businesses, creating jobs, diversifying the property tax base, and supporting long-term economic growth. Why does this matter for people on bikes? 256 Street used to be part […]
More Storage Space for Bikes in Apartments: A Smart Move for Maple Ridge
A recent development proposal for a 175-unit, 1- and 2-bedroom apartment complex located between Dewdney Trunk Road and Lougheed Highway in downtown Maple Ridge presents a golden opportunity to rethink how we allocate space for transportation. The developer is asking to reduce the number of required car parking spaces, as they feel the required number […]
How Last-Mile Bike Connections Vastly Extend Public Transit Network
Why should cities invest in cycling infrastructure, bike parking, and bike-sharing as first/last-mile solutions? Because doing so vastly extends the reach of public transit, reduces congestion, and creates more equitable access to opportunities—especially for those who don’t have the privilege of living near transit hubs. A recent webinar organized by HUB Cycling delved into this […]
Safety Concerns at Hammond Road Multi-Use Path Intersection
A newly constructed multi-use path along Hammond Road in Maple Ridge has sparked significant safety concerns, particularly at its intersection with 203rd Street.
Making Golden Ears Park Safer and More Accessible for Cyclists: Feedback
Our feedback to BC Ministry of Environment and Parks on its Golden Ears Provincial Park Recreation Facility Plan.
Maple Ridge Bike to School Week and Active School Travel
Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadowns 2024 Bike to School Week Congratulations to the 10 schools in Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge that participated in Bike to School Week which was held June 3-7th. This is up from 6 schools that participated last year in our school district so this is fantastic! Bike to School Week is […]
‘A lot of work to do’ to Improve Maple Ridge Cycling Infrastructure: Interview
My recent interview with Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News, and some clarifications on multi-use paths.
First Look: Multi-use Path on Hammond at 203rd
We checked out the recently opened multi-use path on Hammond Road at 203rd Street.
240th at Albion Elementary Gets a New Protected Bike Lane
A new protected bike lane has been added along 240th Street leading to Albion Elementary School, albeit with some controversies.