September 2, 1998

To:Toronto Community Council

From:Andrew Koropeski, Director, Infrastructure Planning and Transportation Division, City Works Services

Subject:Lane System bounded by Rhodes Avenue, Danforth Avenue, Coxwell Avenue and Hanson Street - Removal of existing speed bumps (Ward 26 - East Toronto)

Purpose:

To remove the existing speed bumps and all associated signs at the laneway location as noted above.

Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:

Not Applicable

Recommendations:

1) That the by-law authorizing speed bumps in the laneway system bounded by Rhodes Avenue, Danforth Avenue, Coxwell Avenue and Hanson Street, as shown on Drawing Nos. 421F-3047 and 3048, attached, be rescinded; and

2) That the appropriate City Officials be requested to take whatever action is necessary to give effect to the foregoing including the introduction in Council of any Bills that may be required.

Comments:

Councillor Tom Jakobek has requested that the existing speed bumps in the laneway system as noted above be removed. This request has been made on behalf of local residents who have expressed concerns to the Councillor that their vehicles are being damaged when travelling over the existing speed bumps.

Contact Name and Telephone Number:

Elio Capizzano, Transportation Administrator

392-7878

Director

EC/sah

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