Item - 2022.NY33.62
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by North York Community Council on June 28, 2022 and was adopted without amendment.
NY33.62 - Request for a Vulnerable Road User Safety Review of the Easterly Intersection of Thorncliffe Park Drive and Overlea Boulevard
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 15 - Don Valley West
Community Council Decision
North York Community Council:
1. Directed Transportation Services to undertake an urgent Vulnerable Road User Safety Review at the westerly intersection of Thorncliffe Park Drive and Overlea Boulevard with emphasis to increase pedestrian crossing safety, to be coordinated with the measures implemented through the Renewing Overlea Boulevard project.
2. Directed Transportation Services to review the feasibility of implementing a Leading Pedestrian Interval at the westerly intersection of Thorncliffe Park Drive and Overlea Boulevard.
Origin
Summary
Dear Chair and Colleagues,
On the evening of Thursday, June 16, an 11-year-old boy tragically sustained life-threatening injuries when he was struck by a vehicle at the westerly intersection of Thorncliffe Park Drive and Overlea Boulevard.
Thorncliffe Park is a vibrant and densely populated neighbourhood with more than 4 local schools and many young families. On a typical day, a significant number of pedestrians – including many children – use the local sidewalks and cross at the designated crosswalks.
I have been contacted by many local residents who are concerned about pedestrian safety at this intersection.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2022/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-228136.pdf