Item - 2020.EY12.5
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on January 29, 2020 without amendments and without debate.
- This item was considered by the Etobicoke York Community Council on January 8, 2020 and adopted without amendment. It will be considered by City Council on January 29, 2020.
- See also By-law 642-2021
EY12.5 - Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals - Eglinton Avenue West, west of Pearen Street
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted on Consent
- Ward:
- 5 - York South - Weston
City Council Decision
City Council on January 29, 2020, adopted the following:
1. City Council authorize the installation of a mid-block pedestrian traffic control signal on Eglinton Avenue West, at a point approximately 105 metres west of Pearen Street.
Background Information (Community Council)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2020/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-141047.pdf
Communications (City Council)
EY12.5 - Proposed Installation of Traffic Control Signals - Eglinton Avenue West, west of Pearen Street
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 5 - York South - Weston
Community Council Recommendations
Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council authorize the installation of a mid-block pedestrian traffic control signal on Eglinton Avenue West, at a point approximately 105 metres west of Pearen Street.
Origin
Summary
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Eglinton Avenue West, City Council approval of this report is required. The TTC has been advised on this matter.
Transportation Services is recommending installation of a mid-block pedestrian signal on Eglinton Avenue West, west of Pearen Street. This installation is recommended based on the pedestrian activity in the vicinity and the long spacing to adjacent pedestrian crossing protection. A pedestrian signal will enhance safety for pedestrians but may increase delays for east-west motorists.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2020/ey/bgrd/backgroundfile-141047.pdf