Written Answer by Ministry of National Development on demarcation lines along park connectors

Jul 8, 2019

Mr Lim Biow Chuan: To ask the Minister for National Development what is the rationale for not wanting to draw demarcation lines along park connectors to provide for clear lines of division between cyclists and joggers using the same path.

Answer:

Based on experience and user feedback, NParks has found that drawing demarcation lines alone will not result in a meaningful separation of cyclists and joggers along the park connectors, or result in improved safety for park users. That is why NParks encourages a “keep left” etiquette on the park connectors – slower users should keep left, while faster users overtake on the right.

In areas where there is sufficient space, a better approach is to implement separate paths for the different user groups.  In other words, there will be a clear physical separator between the walking and cycling paths, and not just a demarcation line on the ground. This is already done in the recently revamped Lakeside Garden in Jurong, where the paths are 8m wide. In tandem, we will continue to introduce additional safety measures such as lighting, speed regulating strips, and advisory signs at high usage areas. NParks will also continue to work with LTA and the community to promote the safe and orderly use of our park connectors.