Item - 2021.TE27.99

The Toronto and East York Community Council:

1. Requested the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review the situation and all options for the truncated portion of Gerrard Street and, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, to present options to the local residents and to report to the November 24, 2021 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.

For many decades Gerrard East ran along the south side of the tracks. It did not run straight through to Carlaw.

When Gerrard Street was extended easterly an intersection was created at Gerrard Street and Carlaw Avenue, in essence creating two Gerrard Streets.

In 2002 Transportation Services closed off the entrance from the original Gerrard Street onto the new Gerrard Street. Nonetheless because the original street is still signed as Gerrard Street many drivers try to cut through to avoid the intersection and many large vehicles - TTC buses and Semis included also see the sign and enter there only to find themselves completely stuck which creates a dangerous situation for residents.

For many years I have been working with local residents to try to fix this, but the problems continue.

A review of all options is required.