Rotary Crosstown Greenway (5th - 8th Street)

Project Details

The City of New Westminster is enhancing the Rotary Crosstown Greenway along Seventh Avenue between Fifth and Eighth Streets to provide a safer, more comfortable, and attractive route for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, and roll.

As part of this work, the corridor will be upgraded with protected bike lanes, improved pedestrian crossings, new landscaping, and refreshed road surfaces. A mid-block raised crosswalk between Sixth and Eighth Streets will increase safety and visibility for pedestrians. The design reflects feedback gathered through public engagement and supports the City's broader goals for active transportation and accessibility.

Construction is now underway and will be completed in phases to minimize disruption.

Project Update

December 23, 2025

Prior to the holiday break, crews successfully completed the majority of the curb and sidewalk installations across the project site. This significant progress ensures a solid foundation for the final stages of the greenway and best possible site conditions over the holiday break.

Work is scheduled to resume on January 5th, with the team focusing on the north side of the corridor. Upcoming tasks include the completion of the dedicated bike lanes, remaining curb and sidewalk segments, and the final landscaping, planting, and site restoration to integrate the greenway into the surrounding environment.

Project Timeline

• Holiday Maintenance: While active construction is paused, the contractor will periodically visit the site to inspect safety fencing, security, and environmental controls.
• January 2026: Full mobilization begins on January 5th to finalize the north side infrastructure and greenway amenities.
• Substantial Completion: The project is on track to reach Substantial Completion by the end of January 2026.
   

What's Next

• Resume Construction: Crews will return to the site on January 5th.
• Milestones: Substantial completion is expected by the end of January 2026.
• Final Paving: The "top lift" (final layer) of pavement will be scheduled as soon as weather conditions are warm and dry enough to ensure a smooth, durable finish.

Traffic Impacts

Duration: September to December 2025

Hours of Work: 7:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Current Impacts (Until Mid-December): Expect minor traffic impacts as crews finalize landscaping and prepare to demobilize.

Two-Way Traffic Reinstatement: Two-way traffic will be fully reinstated after GB Projects demobilizes in mid-December.

2026 Impacts: Minor disruptions will return in Spring 2026 when crews are back on-site to complete the final north-side infrastructure and place the top lift of pavement.

Access Concerns: If you have any ongoing or specific access concerns related to the remaining work, please notify us immediately so we can address them before crews demobilize.

Waste Collection Issues: Stratas or residents experiencing issues with waste collection should reach out directly to their designated waste collection provider to coordinate service.

Contact Information

For more information please contact Erika Pollmuller, Project Manager, at , or visit the Projects on the Go page.