Sidewalks

Complete Streets Policy Development Underway in Toronto and across the GTA!

allyson — Sun, 30 May 2010 22:56:02 -0400

One of TCAT's goals for last month's Complete Streets Forum was for the City of Toronto to adopt a complete streets policy. As such we were quite pleased that Gary Welsh, General Manager of Transportation Services and many other senior transportation staff attended the Forum. Mr. Welsh was quoted in the Toronto Star the day after the Forum that he will take a serious look at adopting a complete streets policy in Toronto.

Trinity Bellwoods Multi-use Path Upgrade Open House: Feb 24

nsmithlea — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:27:43 -0500

The City of Toronto's Cycling Infrastructure and Programs unit is hosting a Public Open House on proposed upgrades to the existing multi-use paths in Trinity Bellwoods Park. It will be important for cyclists and pedestrians to attend and share their feedback on the proposed realignment and resurfacing, both with City staff and fellow park users.

Date: Wednesday, February 24

Time: 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Location: Trinity C.R.C., 155 Crawford St., Assembly Hall

Bloor Corridor Visioning Study Public Meeting - Nov 10

nsmithlea — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:49:56 -0500

The City of Toronto is proposing an amendment to the Official Plan to introduce area-specific policies for properties on Bloor Street West, between Avenue Road and Bathurst Street. The draft amendment is intended to implement a vision for the area as determined through the Bloor Corridor Visioning Study process, in consultation with the local community and area representatives.

Date: Tuesday, November 10

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Committee Room 1, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 100 Queen St. W.

Research Finds Urbanites Healthier than Suburbanites Worldwide

nsmithlea — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:13:11 -0400

According to a June 16th SDSU NewsCenter article, "No matter which country you are in, new research finds those who live in an urban neighborhood are twice as likely to be physically active the those in the suburbs. According to a San Diego State University study published in this month's American Journal of Preventative Medicine, the biggest single factor influencing physical activity around the world is accessibility to sidewalks.

June 3: Public Works and Infrastructure Committee Considers Walking & Cycling Reports

nsmithlea — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:38:50 -0400

On June 3rd, TCAT will be addressing the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on the following four issues:

1. Motorized Bicycles on Sidewalks. TCAT supports the Toronto Pedestrian Committee's recommendation that no bicycle that includes a motor of any kind be allowed to travel on the sidewalk. For more info, see this recent Toronto Star article.

Roncesvalles Village Considers New Street Designs

nsmithlea — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:08:12 -0400

Roncesvalles will be reconstructed in 2009-10 and the community is actively involved in debating how to best balance the needs of everyone who uses the street. To find out more about the design proposals being considered and to comment on how to best incorporate walking and cycling into the process, go here.

Virginia takes aim at cul-de-sac

nsmithlea — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:36:54 -0400

As reported in a recent Washington Post article, Virginia is taking aim at one of the most enduring symbols of suburbia: the cul-de-sac. The state has decided that all new subdivisions must have through streets linking them with neighboring subdivisions, schools and shopping areas and will maintain only new subdivision streets that meet its connectivity, road and sidewalk requirements.

Jarvis Streetscape Improvement project -- TCAT weighs in

nsmithlea — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 22:12:56 -0500

As reported previously in TCAT news,
the City recently held a public meeting to present their plans for
improvements to Jarvis Street. TCAT was represented at the meeting and

Progress! Winter Improvements for Active Transportation

nsmithlea — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:26:08 -0500

Icy Sidewalks a Barrier to Walking

nsmithlea — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:58:32 -0500

Leaving the wheels at home and going by foot can be a pleasurable way
to get around in winter. Yet for many, especially the elderly and
disabled, this most basic form of mobility is jeopardized during the
winter in Toronto due to the state of the sidewalks. The current