Rue Wellington | La piétonnisation à l’année « divise la communauté », dit l’OCPM
La Presse05.29.2025
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TL;DR
The article discusses the debate over making Wellington Street in Montreal a permanent pedestrian zone. The Office de consultation publique de Montréal (OCPM) report reveals mixed reactions within the community. Some residents and businesses support the pedestrian-only plan for its potential to enhance urban living and local economy, while others express concerns about traffic congestion and accessibility issues. The OCPM suggests that the city conducts further consultations to find a compromise that addresses the concerns of all stakeholders.