University Avenue at Adelaide Street West - Proposed
Designation of an Exclusive Southbound Left Turn
Lane (Downtown)
The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report
(March 11, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1:
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