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• Repair & repainting followed by phased reinstatement
overall cycle network; Reduce traffic volumes on the road network. The works commenced in mid-2020 and were substantially complete in late 2020.
• Replacement of timber decking
• In-situ repair and repainting of existing lattice towers
Donovan’s Road & College Road
Cork City Council, with funding from the National Transport Authority, provided a dedicated outbound cycle lane on Donovan Road and provision of new lining, new signage and renewal of surfacing on Donovan Road and College Road. These will serve the increasing number of people choosing to cycle as a result of changing travel patterns and COVID-19 providing a much- improved environment for cycling. The new cycle lane on Donovan Road is fully separated from the adjoining carriageway by means of bollards and lining. Description of Project Benefits: Create an environment which will encourage modal shift to sustainable forms of transport. Provide a safe and direct segregated cycle lane for commuters, school and leisure users. Improve quality of life for residents in the area. Enhance connectivity for cyclists. Expand overall cycle network. Reduce traffic volumes on the road network. The works commenced in late 2020 and are due for completion in early 2021.
• Replacement of suspension cables
• Upgrade of approach ramps including railings, surfacing, and landscaping
• Removal and repair of cast iron railings (south bank)
• Installation of new public lighting to approach ramps and bridge structure
Cycle infrastructure Centre Park Road & Monahan Road
Cork City Council, with funding from the National Transport Authority, provided dedicated inbound and outbound cycle infrastructure within the Docklands area to serve the increasing number of people choosing to cycle as a result of changing travel patterns and COVID-19. The cycle lanes provide for East/West dedicated cycle infrastructure on the northern side of Centre Park Road and the southern side of Monahan Road. The proposed work included adjustments to traffic lanes, new lining, new signage, installation of edge protection, adjustments to vehicle parking and renewal of surfacing. The new cycle lanes are fully separated from the adjoining carriageway by means of bollards and lining. Description of Project Benefits Create an environment which will encourage modal shift to sustainable forms of transport; Provide a safe and direct segregated cycle lane for commuters, school and leisure users; Improve quality of life for residents in the area; Enhance connectivity for cyclists; Provide a connection between the City Centre and the Marina; Expand
Cycle infrastructure Lower Glanmire Road & Horgan’s Quay
Horgan’s Quay and Water Street have attracted increased numbers of pedestrians and cyclists in recent times. In order to provide for the safety and convenience of these vulnerable road users Cork City Council, with funding from the National Transport Authority, completed various measures in 2020 to provide a safe high-quality route with an increased level of service and increased safety for pedestrians and cyclists. The main features of the scheme are as follows: An inbound cycle lane on Horgan’s Quay and Water Street to complement the existing lane on Lower Glanmire Road and Penrose Quay;
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