Now that new signage and markings are up along the road downtown, residents are having their say about the changes.

New safety measures for cyclist have been installed on laurier avenue but it's not being received well by some residents.

A new stop sign has replaced the yield sign for commuters merging onto laurier, and flexi-posts have been installed to reduce the risk of contact between cars and bikes.

The new safety measures are causing frustrations for some, with one twitter user calling it 'terrible,' saying they've witnessed more close calls with bikers being hit by cars than what it was originally.

Councillor Jeff Leiper told 1310 NEWS he understands the frustration, but it's a step to creating better roads for users.

"The people who are through that corridor, are probably through that corridor everyday, and I have no doubt that everyone will come to an understanding of how it works soon," he explained.

"Honestly, when I look at it, it is really clear," he added regarding how to use the new road markings. "If we simply remember rules of the road -- about crossing white lines -- everyone should be okay."

These are only temporary measures with a permanent plan set to be implemented in 2020. The measures were introduced after a cyclist died as a result of a hit and run back in May.