Voters say ‘no’ to pedestrian crossing at Portage and Main
Posted October 24, 2018 9:23 pm.
Last Updated October 24, 2018 9:38 pm.
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WINNIPEG (CITY NEWS) – Do you support the opening of Portage and Main to pedestrian crossings? Winnipeggers answered this question with a resounding ‘no’ on a very busy voting day in the city.
Concrete barriers have kept the downtown corner off-limits to crossings on foot for 39 years, and some residents said opening it would make the area more vibrant and more accommodating to people with mobility issues.
The plebiscite is not binding, but Bowman, who was re-elected as mayor, said from the start he will respect the outcome. He reiterated that stance in his speech to supporters at his election headquarters.
WATCH: Vote on Portage and Main
