City to reopen Lakeshore Drive after added space failed to get used fully

Reopening will allow for more parking as more businesses open back up too

Barrie City Hall plans to reopen northbound lanes of Lakeshore Drive as of Friday after the added space brought about by its closure wasn’t used as planned.

Barrie Council closed Lakeshore Drive from the Tiffin Boat Launch to Victoria Street in early May, as a pilot project designed to allow pedestrians and more cyclists space for physical distancing.

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City Hall said in a media release Thursday morning the added space was not being used as much as anticipated, and that the road will be reopened to vehicles as a result.

The City adds this will allow for increased parking spots and traffic flow as more businesses reopen under the province’s phase two of restarting the economy.

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