SHORES waterfront transit update

Prioritizing transit to support In addition, the Waterfront This study aims to optimize our growing community is more Transit Reset is also underway. movement in the area through important than ever. This is a comprehensive project improved signal timing, that looks to connect waterfront and opportunities for new I continue to work with all levels transit from east to west. road, cycling and pedestrian of government in - networks. Lakeshore in support of a Park I also called for a Transportation Lawn GO station. The owners Master Plan for the Park Lawn Phase two community meetings of the Christie site, First Capital and Lake Shore area, which is for both projects will take place Realty, have also confirmed currently underway. this fall. Please stay tuned for that they are open to a potential details. transit hub on the property. marine parade pedestrian crossing

Pedestrian safety is extremely I am pleased to confirm that the important in our growing motion was supported by Council, community. and the location will be proposed in the fall. During the May session of City Council, I moved a motion I know this is an important priority asking Transportation to study for the community, and it is for me the installation of a pedestrian as well. crossing on Marine Parade Drive. Example of a pedestrian crossing (source: Ministry of Transportation) waterfront trail improvements summer 2017

Trail safety improvement work is now underway in The first phase of this project will focus on two key the Humber Bay Shores portion of the Waterfront areas: Palace Pier Court and Trail. East entrance. Work will include pavement marking, speed signage, tree and shrub planting, seating and I have heard from many residents regarding circulation improvements. speeding cyclists along the trail, and I have been in frequent communication with the 22 Division The second phase of will see the cycling and multi- Police, City Parks staff and the Humber Bay Shores use trails completely separated. Condominium Association regarding changes to the All efforts are being made to minimize impacts to the trail to improve safety. trail and for residents and park users.

humber bay bird protection

On May 23, I met with Parks, Toronto and Region MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK Conservation (TRCA), Toronto Water, Toronto Police Marine Unit and Friends of Humber Bay Park (FOHB) SMURFS: THE LOST VILLAGE regarding the storm water pond in Humber Bay Park. THURSDAY Park This is a popular area of the park for many residents, Smith and it is also a space for nesting red-neck grebes. AUGUST Sam 10, 2017 I have heard from both FOHB and many residents dusk regarding issues with jet skis and other motorized Colonel at watercraft entering this area. After this meeting, staff replaced signage prohibiting motorized watercraft, in addition to installing additional canada day in humber bay park west buoys to prevent access to this area.

On July 1st, South Etobicoke hosted one of several official City of Toronto celebrations in honour of Canada 150. It was a great day filled with music, art, food and community!

Improved signage & buoys in the storm water pond area

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Canada Day Festivities at Humber Bay Park West

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