Item - 2022.TE30.35
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by Toronto and East York Community Council on January 6, 2022 and was adopted without amendment. City Council has delegated authority for this matter to the Toronto and East York Community Council and therefore, the decision is final.
TE30.35 - Bollard Installations - Ward 9 (Davenport)
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 9 - Davenport
Community Council Decision
The Toronto and East York Community Council:
1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, install bollards in the first east/west public lane on the east side of Lisgar Street north of Queen Street West along the flankage of 105 Lisgar Street.
2. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, install bollards on both sides of the first east/west public lane on the west side of Dovercourt Road, north of Geary Avenue at the flankages of 1102 and 1104 Dovercourt Road.
3. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, install a bollard in the north-south public lane on the south side of Dupont Street, east of Symmington Avenue, at the flankage of 1493 Dupont Street.
Origin
Summary
Over the past year, I have heard from residents across Ward 9 (Davenport) requesting bollard installations and replacements on account of safety concerns. Bollards act as both a physical and visual barrier, protecting people and property from damage without impeding the public right of way.
In the reported cases, residents have incurred significant property damage and a diminished quality of life. Commonly used applications such as signage and traditional police enforcement have been ineffective and do not provide enough of a deterrent against vehicle impact.
As a result, I am recommending the installation of rigid, impact resistant, fixed-in-place bollards at the following locations to protect property and enhance community safety.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2022/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-174643.pdf