{"id":178,"date":"2023-07-13T21:35:56","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T21:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/avenueroadsafetycoalition.ca\/abcra\/?page_id=178"},"modified":"2023-12-08T04:34:38","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T04:34:38","slug":"traffic-transportation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/avenueroadsafetycoalition.ca\/abcra\/traffic-transportation\/","title":{"rendered":"Transportation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Collectively, the streets in our area comprise the largest percentage of our public space. We\u00a0think that\u00a0getting around our\u00a0neighbourhood should not be\u00a0just\u00a0about going from one place to the next, but enjoying the journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABCRA advocates\u00a0for\u00a0streets and sidewalks that are safe and accessible, with animated and green\u00a0streetscapes that add to the vibrancy of the neighbourhood, and\u00a0that offer a choice of travel modes that contribute to economic vitality in commercial areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Transportation News<\/h2>\n\n\n
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ABCRA provides comments to the City\u2019s Bloor Yorkville Heritage Assessment<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

City of Toronto Heritage Planning utilizes Cultural Heritage Resource Assessments (CHRAs) to document and analyze an area\u2019s history and ensure that properties of potential cultural heritage value or interest are appropriately identified, understood and conserved. Read our submission to the City (below), providing input and\u00a0recommendations for the CHRA field study of the Bloor-Yorkville\/North Midtown Area.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Finally, a plan for Avenue Road<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

In a significant development last month, the City of Toronto unveiled new designs for Avenue Road at an open house event, signalling progress in addressing the long-standing issues. The designs aim to transform Avenue Road into a more pedestrian-friendly, people-friendly environment, prioritizing safety, comfort and connectivity.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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City could shut down Yonge bike lanes and sidewalk for years for one condo<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Cycling enthusiasts from various communities are gearing up to challenge the construction plan for a 50-storey condo along a stretch of Yonge Street, challenging the proposed closure of bike lanes and sidewalks for nearly three years.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Eye-popping 11-storey tower proposed for site of historic Toronto homes<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

A row of homes dating back almost 125 years could be transformed by an impressive 11-storey tower, if a new development application is approved by the city. Not surprisingly, local residents have questions about the growing intensity in a quiet section of one of the city\u2019s oldest neighbourhoods where a number of proposals to increase density are piling up.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Bloor-Yorkville Historic Context Statement<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

City of Toronto Heritage Planning utilises Cultural Heritage Resource Assessments (CHRAs) to document and analyse an area\u2019s history and ensure that properties of potential cultural heritage value or interest are appropriately identified, understood and conserved. In December 2020, Heritage Planning engaged Common Bond Collective to prepare the Bloor-Yorkville Cultural Heritage Resource Assessment (CHRA). The Bloor-Yorkville CHRA is being undertaken as part of, and coordinated with, the Bloor-Yorkville Secondary Plan Study. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Winners Announced for the 2023 Heritage Toronto Awards<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Canadian architects and urbanists were at the helm of five projects that were among the winners of the the 2023 Heritage Toronto Awards. The Heritage Toronto Awards bring together leaders, innovators and emerging professionals from across cultural, development, and policy-making sectors to celebrate achievements in Toronto\u2019s heritage. The event is also Heritage Toronto\u2019s major fundraiser of the year and raises monies in support of its public programming.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Cycling network input wanted<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

The City of Toronto wants to hear from you to help make recommendations on which bikeways to build, upgrade and study in 2025 to 2027. Please fill out the survey and submit it by December 10.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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City survey on micromobility<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

The City of Toronto is seeking public feedback on the use of micromobility, e.g. bikes, e-bikes and other small vehicles. The results from this survey will be used to develop a city-wide strategy for micromobility, including what new forms might be allowed in future. The survey will be open until December 13, 2023.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Give the City your input on Avenue Rd. plans<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

A safer, friendlier, and quieter Avenue Road between Bloor Street and St. Clair Avenue is almost within reach \u2013 but we need your help for a final push! Complete the City\u2019s Avenue Road Study by November 2, 2023.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Collectively, the streets in our area comprise the largest percentage of our public space. We\u00a0think that\u00a0getting around our\u00a0neighbourhood should not be\u00a0just\u00a0about going from one place to the next, but enjoying the journey. ABCRA advocates\u00a0for\u00a0streets and sidewalks that are safe and accessible, with animated and green\u00a0streetscapes that add to the vibrancy of the neighbourhood, and\u00a0that offer … <\/p>\n

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