Intersection of Keystone Avenue and Beck Avenue - Installation
of a Northbound "Stop" Sign (East Toronto)
The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report
(March 10, 1999) from the Director, Transportation Services, District 1:
Purpose:
To establish clear right-of-way and improve the overall operating safety of this intersection.
Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:
Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $250.00 are
contained in the Transportation Services Division 1999 Current Budget request.
Recommendations:
(1)That a "Stop" sign be installed for northbound traffic on Beck Avenue at Keystone
Avenue; 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 are
required.
Comments
At the request of Councillor Sandra Bussin and in consultation with East Toronto Councillor
Tom Jakobek staff have investigated installing a northbound "Stop" sign at this intersection to
improve operational safety.
Keystone Avenue and Beck Avenue form a T-type intersection with Keystone Avenue being
the through road. Both streets operate two-way. No "Stop" signs are posted at this intersection
at the present time.
Based on our assessment, the intersection of Keystone Avenue and Beck Avenue satisfies the
requirement for a northbound "Stop" control, specifically, to clearly establish right-of-way. In
addition, sight lines at the intersection are reduced (because of bushes and fence) for
northbound motorists exiting Beck Avenue.
Contact Name and Telephone Number:
David G. Dignard, 392-7771
Traffic Investigator