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City of Toronto 2006 Transportation Fact Book DRAFT DRAFT 2006 Transportation Fact Book Street Tree Program (Trees within the Public Right-of-Way)
Landscaping is a key issue along Regional roads and in medians. The use of trees and other plantings can enhance the streetscaping of Regional roads and the pedestrian environment, as well as reduce noise and air pollution. Landscaping increases real estate values and acts as a traffic calming measure.
Tree planting, tree maintenance, and other related streetscaping components along Regional roads will continue in accordance with the Region’s streetscaping policy and Regional standards for six lane roads. The planting of trees along arterial roadways continues to increase in conjunction with capital projects, local enhancements, infill planting and requests. Tree maintenance requirements also continue to increase. A tree health assessment was conducted in 2003, and a Street Tree asset inventory was completed in 2006. Natural Heritage and Forestry Services Staff will continue to refine tree planting guidelines, criteria, standards and review appropriate maintenance practices including: watering, soil modification, use of rodent guards, fertilization, and pruning.
Trees are typically placed a minimum of 2.5 metres back from the curb in order to protect them from salt spray, vehicle impacts, allow for proper sightlines and snow storage. Street Tree planting locations are often defined by a balance of tree health considerations, utility locations, streetscaping features, sidewalks and property limits. It is recognized that Street Trees are an integral part of communities and contribute to a sense of place.
In 2006, approximately 3,000 Street Trees were planted within the Regional road allowance. For more information on the Region’s streetscaping initiatives please contact: Roads Branch Transportation and Works Department Tel: (905) 895-1200 ext. 5272 Toll Free: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 5272
Illumination (Street lighting)
Providing street lighting is the responsibility of the Region at intersections of Regional roads and the responsibility of local municipalities between intersections. Appropriate lighting must address the needs of vehicles as well as pedestrians. Properly lit urban streets not only increase pedestrian safety, but attract pedestrian activity to an area. Consistent standards for well-designed lighting, like good building design, will enhance the aesthetics of the street. In 2006 the Region owned and maintained approximately 4500 streetlights, and maintained approximately 500 more for other jurisdictions including MTO and 407ETR along the Regional road network.
18 Transportation Infrastructure Transportation Infrastructure 19 2006 Transportation Fact Book DRAFT DRAFT 2006 Transportation Fact Book Sidewalks
There are 470 linear kilometres of existing sidewalks along
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Transportation Demand Management (TDM) In addition to expanding our transportation infrastructure through improvements to our road network and public transit system, York Region is also taking a lead role in implementing Transportation Demand Management (TDM) in the GTA and as a permanent program for York Region staff. TDM has the central objective of changing driver behaviour through the provision and promotion of transportation services that make more efficient use of the existing transportation infrastructure and public transit system by reducing single-occupant vehicle (SOV) trips. Examples of TDM programs are carpooling, vanpooling, discount transit pass programs, telecommuting, flexible work hours, compressed work hours and bus shuttles.
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Downtown The Regional Municipality of York is leading by example. In June 2006, York Region Mississauga Toronto launched a employee based trip reduction program offering ride matching, preferred carpooling spots, emergency ride home, bike storage facilities, compressed work week, flex time and a transit ticket discount to its employees. Lake Ontario
Halton For more information, please contact; Rosa Ruffolo Infrastructure Planning Branch . Planning and Development Services Department
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Email: [email protected]
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Smart Commute - North Toronto, Vaughan Smart Commute – North Toronto, Vaughan (NTV) is a not-for-profit organization that works in partnership with York Region, the City of Toronto, and the City of Vaughan to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality in the area. Serving businesses and organizations in Vaughan and North Toronto, Smart Commute NTV works directly with employers to encourage commuters to use more sustainable modes of transportation, such as carpooling, vanpooling, cycling, transit, shuttles, teleworking and walking.
Smart Commute NTV Programs: Supporting Businesses and Organizations in York Region
• Expertise on Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies/Employee Trip Reduction (ETR) programs • Site assessments and employee surveys • Parking management, carpooling, shuttles, flex-hours, telework and transit improvements • Cycling community and bike infrastructure development • Customized ride-matching to connect employees to carpools and vanpools • Emergency Ride Home programs • Educational materials and employee workshops • Workplace events to promote commuting options • Advocacy for sustainable transportation
Our ‘Vaughan Smart Commute’ program provides tailored activities, such as workshops, kiosks, commuter surveys and special events to employers to help kick-start Smart Commuting at their workplace. Smart Commute NTV helps your employees Travel Smarter. Cleaner. Better.
For more information, please contact; Tel: (416) 736.2100 ext. 70690 Email: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.smartcommutentv.ca/
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Smart Commute 404-7 (Markham-Richmond Hill)
The municipalities of Richmond Hill and Markham have joined forces with York Region, the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce, the Markham Board of Trade, local business leaders and land owners to help address traffic congestion.
Our purpose is to: • Help employers in Richmond Hill and Markham improve the quality of life of their employees, customers and visitors through the provision of transportation options. • Be a single source of information that shows employers and employees how to use commuting options to save time and money. • Represent the interests of our business community on transportation issues to relevant bodies.
For more information, please contact;
George Flint Manager, Smart Commute 404-7 PO Box 300 225 East Beaver Creek Richmond Hill, ON L4C 4Y5 Tel: (905) 771-2455 Email: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.smartcommute404-7.ca
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Traffic congestion and climate change are two leading challenges facing businesses today. Smart Commute Central York offers business leaders the opportunity to take action on reducing green house gas emissions and improving the economic health of York Region. Smart Commute Options: ��� ��� ������ ���� 1. Active Commute. Cycle, run or walk to work. It’s healthy and inexpensive. 2. Compressed Work Week. A longer work day, a shorter week. 3. Employee share a ride or drive. Log onto www.carpoolzone.ca today and find a ride-match. 4. Flexible Work Hours. 9 to 5. 8 to 4. 7 to 3. This may just work for your business. ��� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5. Parking Incentives. How about VIP parking spots for employees who ��� carpool? 6. Take Transit. Monthly transit passes are now tax deductible. ��� 7. TeleWork. Reduce overhead and real estate by having a few ������ employees work from home.
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