Walking has always been the most fundamental of all transportation modes. While it may not be the primary mode for all trips, walking is usually a part of every trip whether it be at the beginning, the end, or as a connection between other modes.

The trend towards walking as a viable mode of transportation - for the entire trip - is changing however. People's attitudes are beginning to change and walking is being viewed as more than recreational - it is growing to be viewed as a healthy, cost-effective and enjoyable way of moving about the city.

In recognition of the growing importance of walking in developing a more balanced, multimodal transportation system, the City of Kamloops has developed a Pedestrian Master Plan. The Pedestrian Master Plan provides a comprehensive approach toward identifying pedestrian needs and deficiencies, examining optional improvements and prioritizing implementation strategies to develop safe and efficient pedestrian network.

The City of Kamloops is in the process of updating the Pedestrian Master Plan which will be taken to Council for adoption in 2011. This update will replace the 2002 Pedestrian Master Plan that was completed in partnership with ICBC.
The 2002 document is available here:

PDF Documents
These files document the approach, summarizes the recommended improvements and provide an implementation strategy.

Sections
Introduction
Approach and Method
Needs Assessment
Recommended Pedestrian Master Plan

Maps
Safety Issues Rating
Pedestrian Safety Index
Network Contribution Rating
Pedestrian Demand Rating
Pedestrian Aggregate Priorities
Aggregate Priorities < 400M of School
Aggregate Ratings > 400 M to School
Existing Sidewalk Coverage
Type of Parking
Curb Lane Width
Posted Speed
Total Demand Approach
Scaled Demand Approach
Maximum Demand Approach

Appendices
Sample Data Capture Inventories
PSI Sensitivity Analysis
Demand Rating Methodologies

Zip File
Pedestrian Master Plan