The high-rise neighbourhood surrounding the Yonge and Eglinton intersection is one of the most densely populated areas of Toronto. A count taken by the City on May 24 of this year found that 40,372 pedestrians crossed the intersection in one day-the highest total observed at any intersection in Toronto between 2020-2024. During peak periods there are often queues at corners leading to residents waiting more than one traffic light phase just to cross the street. While the local community is still waiting for Metrolinx to open the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, construction is finally finished at the Yonge and Eglinton intersection. Now is the right time to start the process to install a pedestrian scramble to provide safety and convenience for pedestrians at this intersection. This motion requests staff to report on the feasibility of implementing a pedestrian scramble after the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is operational.
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