TRANSFORMING TRANSIT IN YOUR AREA

STOUFFVILLE STATIONS RER PROJECT – EAST UNDERPASS PROJECT UPDATE – INFORMATION AS OF MARCH 2019

Metrolinx, an agency of the Province of , is working to transform the way the region moves by building a seamless, convenient and integrated transit network across the Greater and Hamilton Area (GTHA). Over the next 10 years, is transforming the existing GO rail system to deliver a whole new rapid transit experience to your community. With more frequent train service you’ll have more options to get you where you need to go.

PROJECT BENEFITS Once the Project is complete in 2021, you’ll have:

• A new grade separated pedestrian bridge and underpass at the Steeles Avenue East intersection between Kennedy Road and Midland Avenue. Vehicles will be able to pass under the railway, without having to stop or wait for trains.

• The new pedestrian bridge across Steeles Avenue East will connect to both platforms at Milliken GO Station.

• A new second track and platform at Milliken GO.

• A renovated existing platform at Milliken GO.

• Two new pedestrian tunnels with elevators.

• Canopies and integrated shelters on the platforms to protect GO customers from the elements.

• A canopy-covered walkway to Steeles Avenue.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE Work is well underway to make major improvements to the existing , which includes infrastructure upgrades to the Agincourt GO, Milliken GO, and Unionville GO Stations and to construct a new underpass at the railway crossing Steeles Avenue East. EllisDon Transit Infrastructure (the Contractor) is undertaking the construction of the Stouffville Regional Express Rail Project on behalf of Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx. This notice is to provide you with an update of planned work happening along Steeles Avenue East and what you can expect in the next few months.

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WEEKEND FULL CLOSURE - STEELES AVENUE EAST (BETWEEN REDLEA AVENUE AND SILVER STAR BOULEVARD)

Our Contractor will implement a full closure of Steeles Avenue to conduct construction on the Stouffville line railway. The date of the full closure will be determined in the coming months and businesses will receive a notice in advance. Here’s what you can expect:

• The full closure will occur from Friday at 8 p.m. until Monday at 6 a.m. (Dates to be confirmed)

• During the closure, we will need to close Steeles Avenue East between Redlea Avenue and Silver Star Boulevard to construct a temporary diversion railway track through Steeles Avenue.

• For this weekend, vehicles and pedestrians will not be able to access businesses between Redlea Avenue and Silver Star from Steeles Avenue East.

• Business access will be available through alternate routes (See map above).

• You will notice more heavy equipment and cranes in the construction area. THELMA AVENUE

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STEELES AVENUE EAST TEMPORARYWORK AREA ROAD DIVERSION (BETWEEN REDLEA AVENUE AND OLD KENNEDY ROAD)

Our Contractor will construct a temporary road diversion north of Steeles Avenue East between Redlea Avenue and Old Kennedy Road. This work will allow crews to build the new railway overpass bridge and pedestrian bridge at Steeles Avenue while maintaining traffic flow. Here’s what you can expect:

• The temporary roadway will be in place for approximately one year. (Start date to be confirmed)

• Business access will be available from Redlea Avenue and Silver Star Boulevard. (See map above).

• Pedestrians will travel along the temporary roadway via new, temporary pedestrian sidewalks.

• Drivers are asked to watch for traffic control personnel, obey posted speed limits at all times, and look out for signs directing drivers along the detour route. Early Draft Renderings

CONTACT US VISIT US Should you have any questions concerning Stouffville Community Office the project or this upcoming work, please 4142 East, Scarborough contact: Prince Hall at 416-202-1516 [Steps away from Agincourt GO Station] or email [email protected]. Hours of Operation: Tuesdays & Wednesdays (11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)

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