Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative (CARI)

The City of Armstrong is excited to launch the Comprehensive Armstrong Revitalization Initiative (CARI), aimed at reimagining the Project Area as outlined in the map below. This project will set the stage for updating the look, feel and function of the study areas. We are focusing on enhancing safety, creating inviting public spaces, improving landscaping, promoting active transportation, designing wayfinding signage, and integrating rail trail connections. This ambitious undertaking is funded by the Province of BC’s Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP) and the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior (ETSI) .

uPDATES - aUGUST 12, 2024

On August 12^th Council endorsed a concept plan for Pleasant Valley Boulevard North to move into engineering design phase. – Estimated date for Council consideration Spring 2025

Council also directed that team develop concept plans and 3 Dimensional renderings of sections of the revitalization project that are on Pleasant Valley Boulevard/Road. – Estimated completion date Fall 2024

This includes the area from the start of Pleasant Valley Road at Smith Drive through to City Hall.
The downtown park in the City Parking lot which will include some parking and a downtown washroom.
The design for roads will keep the current angle parking, show improvements to the public spaces, particularly the intersections, show the pathway that connects from the Rail Trail through to the Taylor Van Diest Memorial Trail and preserve some of the parallel parking across from the Post Office.

Council also directed Staff to bring forward in future workplans developing a downtown parking strategy, a cash in lieu of parking fee and a sidewalk patio policy. Additionally, a truck route and speed reduction will be reviewed for this section of the plan. – Estimated to be brought for council consideration in 2025 and beyond strategic planning.