March 11, 1999
To:Toronto Community Council
From:Andrew Koropeski, Director, Transportation Services, District 1
Subject:University Avenue at Adelaide Street West - Proposed designation of an exclusive southbound left turn lane
(Downtown)
Purpose:
To designate the southbound median lane on University Avenue at Adelaide Street West for left turns only.
Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:
Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $900.00 are contained in the
Transportation Services Division 1999 Current Budget request.
Recommendations:
1. That the easterly southbound lane on University Avenue at Adelaide Street West be designated for left-turning vehicles
only, between Adelaide Street West and a point 30.5 metres north thereof; 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:
In response to a request from the public, and in consultation with Downtown Councillors Olivia Chow and Kyle Rae,
Transportation Services reviewed the feasibility of designating the southbound median lane for left turns only on University
Avenue at Adelaide Street West to provide better guidance for southbound motorists.
The intersection of University Avenue and Adelaide Street West is controlled by traffic signals. The southbound approach
to this intersection consists of a left-turn lane and three through lanes. Southbound right turns are prohibited because
Adelaide Street West is a one-way eastbound roadway at this intersection. Three southbound discharge lanes are provided
on the far side of this intersection.
The southbound left-turn lane is currently marked with pavement markings only. Designation of the southbound median
lane for left turns only and the associated installation of the lane designation sign will provide better guidance for
southbound motorists approaching this intersection. Also, due to the high volume of traffic and the wide nature of
University Avenue, we will install an advance warning "Left Lane Exits" sign along with addition pavement markings to
further reinforce the lane designation.
Contact Name and Telephone Number:
Frank Bozzo, Traffic Investigator, District 1 - Central Area, 392-5346
Director.
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