Information from the Alberta government:

Alberta Transportation and the City of Calgary began a planning study for the Calgary Southwest Ring Road in December, 2009. The planning study's objective is to determine a ring road connection along Calgary's west side between Highway 8 (Glenmore Trail) and Highway 22X.

Planning studies provide the information needed to make decisions on the design and actual construction of a road. This particular study will look at potential route options, land requirements, connection points, geotechnical issues, and potential environmental and social factors. This study is more complex than other studies for the Calgary ring road because there is not an established corridor to work with. Therefore, gathering the necessary information required to consult with the public will take time.

No decisions can be made until the necessary information is gathered.

Public consultation will occur several times before the study is completed. The public, affected landowners, and other stakeholders will have an opportunity to provide input before any decisions are made.

Project Update - January 29, 2011 Community Workshop

Public consultation activities began January 29 with a workshop that included representatives from communities in southwest Calgary. The workshop's purpose is to provide information on what is included in a functional planning study, provide the communities with an update on the work done to date and collect feedback from the communities with regards to the various route options. This workshop is only one part of the consultation process and there will be many opportunities to provide input as the study progresses.

Click on the links for copies of the workshop presentation (PDF) and Frequently Asked Questions (PDF).

Public open houses will take place in the near future. Please check this page for project updates.

Memorandum of Understanding for Southwest Ring Road (PDF).

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