Dear residents, neighbours and friends of Ward 5,
Markham City Council has been asked by staff to consider a temporary measure that would see a selection of 4 lane roadways reduced to 2 lanes to accommodate dedicated cycling lanes. This issue will be discussed at the upcoming Development Services Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 8th. The full staff report can be reviewed at this link: Traffic Operational Changes Related to COVID-19
Markham Roads Being Considered
Markham staff has prepared a list of 21 potential sections of Markham roads that could be considered for this program, totalling 40.6km of roadway. Staff is recommending that two of these locations be implemented. The two streets are 1.8km of Bullock Rd between Hwy 7 and Laidlaw, and 2.2 km of Enterprise Blvd between Warden and Main St Unionville. The estimated cost for these two closures, over the 5 month period from June to October is $105,000. This would convert to approximately $26,250 per km of road.
Design for Temporary Bike Lanes
As mentioned, the recommended closures are temporary, and staff is recommending orange traffic pylons and temporary signage be installed along the routes.
Have your say
In light of the financial pressures the City is experiencing, which I recently wrote about, I feel it’s important to hear from residents on this issue. It’s your money, after all. Please take a moment to complete the Poll below and let me know your thoughts.
Andrew
P.S. At Markham’s next Electronic Development Services Committee meeting staff will be presenting their recommendations. The meeting begins at 9:30am on Monday, June 8th. There are also opportunities for you to speak. Instructions on how to do so are on the weblink.
