To: Chairman and Members of the North York Community Council

From: Jim S. Kinrade

Commissioner of Transportation

North York Civic Centre

Subject: Temporary Road Closure: Harlandale Avenue

Purpose:

Not applicable.

Recommendations:

That a by-law be enacted to provide for the temporary closure of Harlandale Avenue to vehicle and pedestrian traffic, for the purpose of construction of an emergency ventilation shaft associated with the Sheppard Subway.

Council Reference/Background/History:

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), Rapid Transit Expansion Program, requires the temporary closure of Harlandale Avenue starting immediately to June 1, 1998 in order to accommodate construction of the Harlandale Avenue emergency ventilation shaft.

A temporary closure was granted by the Commissioner of Public Works, North York City Centre, subject to the following conditions:

• That emergency services are notified (fire ambulance, police, etc.);
• That access to local businesses and deliveries be maintained;
• That a "Construction - No Access to Yonge Street" sign be posted on Harlandale Avenue at Beecroft Road; and

• The emergency closure is temporary to allow for current construction on Harlandale Avenue and TTC staff must make a formal application with the Transportation Department, North York Civic Centre, for a proper closure.

Discussions:

Given the extent of construction and excavation, the roadway must be closed to ensure the safety for both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Conclusions:

In view of the above, this department recommends that the appropriate by-law be enacted to ensure that Harlandale Avenue, from the westerly limit of Yonge Street to a point 25 metres west of the westerly limit of Yonge Street, be closed until June 1, 1998.

Contact Name:

Mr. Michael Frederick, Director of Operations (395-7484)

Jim S. Kinrade,

Commissioner of Transportation

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