Item - 2022.TE33.46

The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council authorize the installation of mid-block pedestrian signals on Eastern Avenue, approximately 67 metres east of Woodward Avenue, subject to the City of Toronto first being in receipt of and securing from the proponent of the development at 1050-1070 Eastern Avenue (1555 Queen Street East):

a. a letter of credit for the mid-block pedestrian signal construction in an amount acceptable to the General Manager, Transportation Services;

b. payment for the cost of the associated pavement markings in the public right-of-way, the signage in the public right-of-way, the timing card preparation, and the signal network integration, each in an amount acceptable to the General Manager, Transportation Services; and

c. permit, application, and the 5-year signal maintenance fees in accordance with City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 441, Fees and Charges.

As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Eastern Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required.

As part of the conditions of approval for the development located at 1050-1060 Eastern Avenue (also known as 1555 Queen Street), a mid-block pedestrian signal is to be installed on Eastern Avenue, approximately 67 metres east of Woodward Avenue.

Transportation Services supports the installation of the mid-block pedestrian signal on Eastern Avenue at approximately 67 metres east of Woodward Avenue. Mid-block pedestrian signals are technically justified under the forecasted conditions. All costs associated with the installation of the new mid-block pedestrian signals will be borne by the developer as it will provide enhanced safety for all road users.