Construction has begun on the Lazo Greenway Mutli-Use Path.

Construction of the path will follow the Comox Valley Sewer Conveyance Project, and will be completed at the same time. The path will follow Lazo Road. Crews from both projects have been working in tandem to reduce disruptions to residents, lessen project delays and find potential cost savings.

鈥淭he Lazo Greenway MUP represents another great collaboration with local, provincial and federal governments to improve an existing active transportation option in the Comox Valley,鈥� said Edwin Grieve, Electoral Areas Services Committee Chair. 鈥淎ccomplishing this project in line with the Comox Valley Sewer Conveyance Project ensures this work is completed in a more efficient manner while addressing two needs at once.鈥�

The upgraded path will extend from Butchers Road to Sand Pines Drive and will help residents and visitors connect to MacDonald Wood Park, Goose Spit, Lazo Marsh, and Point Holmes by foot or bike. The path will vary in width along the designed route to minimize environmental impacts and includes dedicated bike lanes along Lazo Road from Simba Road to Sand Pines. A pedestrian crossing at Sand Pines Drive has been installed to increase public safety.

鈥淭ogether with our community partners, we look forward to seeing the positive impact this trail will have on connecting communities and local neighbourhoods, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and creating safe, enjoyable spaces for everyone,鈥� said Comox Mayor, Nicole Minions. 鈥淭his project also provides a valuable opportunity to enhance our greenways by removing invasive species and replanting with native vegetation, supporting local wildlife and ecosystems.鈥�

The project is a partnership between the town of Comox, the Government of Canada and the Province.