The name of St. Patrick’s Road was used for decades on the sign at Rte 2 just west of Hunter River, but four years ago they changed it to Rte 239. As it ends up the province had made a mistake because further down on Rte 239 is another section called “St. Patrick’s Road” and there […]
Need transportation-specific energy incentives
The transportation sector is the biggest contributor to PEI’s carbon emissions at around 40% – and about 36% of total energy consumption on the Island. Energy incentives are needed to encourage consumers to move to transportation options that produce less carbon emissions. For example, the Ontario government has an Electric Vehicle Incentive Program. References Office of […]
Stanley Bridge roundabout – a four-way stop was all that was needed
The 3-way stop at the Stanley Bridge intersection (St. Mary’s Road and Rattenbury Road) was confusing for tourists. To solve the problem the Department of Transportation designed and issued a tender for a roundabout – without consulting any local residents or businesses (they found out by reading the tender notice in the newspaper). A cheaper […]
Seam on bridge has shifted causing large bump
The “new” bridge (beside Joey’s Deep Sea Fishing) has a large bump likely caused by frost heaves at the seam where it meets the mainland on the north side. This should be fixed as it is becoming a problem in the summer too. Maintenance should not be scheduled during the summer season because it will […]
Busing for Bluefield
“Hello, I have just moved into North Rustico and wondered if you could look into the busing for Bluefield. I live in Hilltop and have two children having to walk to Robins to catch the bus. I know it’s not overly far but when it’s storming and I am work I do not want them […]
Need safer North-South and coastal routes for cycling
Safer north-south corridor and coastal bike routes; increased tourism focus Resolution This issue has been brought up a number of times in the legislature by MLA’s of all political stripes. Indications from the Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy are that the federal money available for collector roads like Rte 13, Rte 6 and Rte […]
Hunter River Sidewalk
Rte 13 north of the main intersection of Rte 2 in Hunter River needs a sidewalk, or at the very least wider shoulders. It is very dangerous and many people walk the stretch from Karla’s Country Villas into the town to access various service (Royal Bank, Pharmacy, By the River Bakery, Irving, Post Office, Community Centre, […]
Traffic safety on Rte 2 east of Hunter River
“Traffic safety is issue on Rte 2, especially East of Hunter River. For example, see video with cars not stopping for school bus. Another specific problem is accessing the driveways on the downside of the hill going into Charlottetown from Hunter River – I have a letter from former MLA Bertram indicating she would look […]
Keep Rte 246 Breadalbane Road open year round
Keep Rte 246 Breadalbane Road open year round, and improve its condition, as it is the direct route between communities of Breadalbane and Emerald. Only an additional 1.6km of road that needs to be plowed. The alternative to traveling between the communities requires several additional km on either the North or South alternative routes. […]
How do private roads become public?
What is the process by which private roads eventually become public roads that are maintained by the province? (grading, paving, plowing, etc.) Resolution The following written questions were submitted to the Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy – please see answers below. Question 75 & 76 – Private to Public Road Transfer (PDF) 75) What […]
