Biker love new pathssome clarification, specifically with
regards to the bike path along Paris St.
The bike path, which runs from the Bell Park parking lot near
the  amphitheatre to the base of the hill (in front of
Science North), was not constructed by the city. 
This project was planned, and the funds were raised by Rainbow
Routes Association, a volunteer, not-for-profit group dedicated
to developing non-motorized trails in Greater Sudbury and was
built during the fall of 2005. 
 I can tell you that we are very proud of this project,
which is the first phase of a trail to get  bicyclists
safely through Bell Park, and keep them off the Jim Gordon
Boardwalk. Bikes aren't allowed on the boardwalk.  City
council and  city staff have been very supportive of this
ongoing project, and have provided our organization with a
great deal of assistance in making it happen. The city was also
one of many organizations that provided  financial support
for this project.
This summer, watch for the second phase of this project, which
will improve the bike path through the park.
On a personal note, I'd also like to commend the city for the
development of the bike lanes along Howey and Bancroft. 
As someone who lives in this area of town and is on these roads
every day, I can tell you that these new lanes are getting
used. 
Anyone who travels this area  in the morning when kids are
on their way to school, or in the evenings and weekends when
parents and kids are out getting some exercise, has seen the
results.  I'm also pleasantly surprised to see more people
commuting to work on their bikes now that the lanes are in
place.
To find out more about Rainbow Routes, contact us at 674-4455
ext. 4603, or on the web at
www.rainbowroutes.com
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Kirk Dopson
Treasurer
Rainbow Routes Association