Twinning Highway 8 is already planned. I also think the circumstances of recent accidents aren't helping the cause of speeding up the construction. I know the loss of life is tragic, especially for people so young, but contributing factors (distracted driving) need to be taken into consideration.
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Highway 8
- Long term planning study was undertaken to determine the ultimate twinning and access management requirements.
- Long term planning study was undertaken to determine the ultimate interchange requirements at 149 Street.
- Design is underway for the twinning of 16.5 kms of Highway 8 from Highway 22 to 101 Street SW at the Calgary City Limit.
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