The Silverthorn Cycling Connections project will see the addition of cycling connections, non-local traffic reduction measures, and road safety improvements to several area streets. This project is focused on reducing non-local motor vehicle trips and speed to create a safer neighbourhood street.
In 2024, road resurfacing is planned on Silverthorn Avenue from Rockwell Avenue to St. Clair Avenue West. Road resurfacing provides once in 25-year opportunity to make changes to improve road safety. The City of Toronto is proposing changes as part of the planned road resurfacing to fulfill the City’s commitment to the Vision Zero Road Safety Plan. The Plan’s goal is to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries by making our roads safer for everyone, especially for seniors, school children, pedestrians and people cycling.
The project has two phases, with Phase 1 concentrating on improvements between Rogers Road and Davenport Road. Phase 2 will explore options to extend cycling connections from Rogers Road to Eglinton Avenue West after completing the Fairbank Silverthorn Storm Trunk Sewer System works. Based on Phase 1 public consultation feedback, the project’s goals, as well as technical and policy considerations, a now-approved recommendation to Infrastructure & Environment Committee of City Council was developed to proceed with Option 2 in Segment 1, the proposed changes in Segment 2, and Option 1 in Segment 3. See individual tabs below for details.
The City of Toronto is planning changes for installation in the summer of 2024 including:
The proposed changes are presented in three segments:
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The City Council-approved 2022-2024 Cycling Network Plan’s Near-Term Program identifies Silverthorn Avenue, Laughton Avenue, and Hounslow Heath Road for cycling improvements to connect destinations and neighbouring cycling routes. The Cycling Network Plan is a comprehensive roadmap that outlines the City’s planned investment in the cycling network. It aims to connect gaps in the current cycling network and create safer and more comfortable cycling options.
The project is split into two phases. Phase 1 between Rogers Road and Davenport Road is the focus of 2024 consultation and implementation efforts. In Phase 2, the City will propose options for extending cycling connections from Rogers Road to Eglinton Avenue West after the Fairbank Silverthorn Storm Trunk Sewer System work in the area is complete. For more information visit toronto.ca/Fairbank.
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There are two options for installing a bikeway in this location. Though Phase 1 public feedback was mixed, there was stronger support for Option 2. Option 2 provides more significant road safety benefits than Option 1, particularly at the Rockwell Avenue and Silverthorn Avenue intersection. Option 2 is also being recommended in the final proposal to reduce non-local vehicle traffic and better achieve a Neighbourhood Greenway.
Neighbourhood Greenways are routes where people cycling and pedestrians are given priority through low motor vehicle volumes and speeds. Southbound infiltration and high motor vehicle volumes have been identified as key issues on these streets. Option 2 is anticipated to better address non-local motor vehicles, southbound infiltration, and intersection safety issues, while providing public realm improvements and maintaining access for residents and visitors to the community.
In addition, Rockwell Avenue and Silverthorn Avenue is an offset intersection, which has been identified for safety improvements.
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Option 1 and 2 are the same in Segment 1A. The following is being installed.
This intersection is currently offset with large corner radii and has noted issues with speeding, illegal stopping within the intersection and diagonal crossings. It has been identified for geometric safety improvements.
Option 1 and Option 2 are the same in Segment 1C. The following is being installed.
The following is being installed in Segment 2. Phase 2 of the project will also provide an opportunity to re-visit Segment 2 after Phase 1 is installed and monitored.
Three options were considered for Laughton Avenue. Option 1 proposed a wayfinding route with minimal changes to the road. Option 2 and 3 proposed changes to motor vehicle circulation to reduce non-local vehicle traffic and address speeding and safety concerns.
In Segment 3, staff recommended Option 1 due to concerns regarding driver circulation and because the traffic diversion in Segment 1 is anticipated to reduce vehicle volumes on these streets. Phase 2 of the project will also provide an opportunity to re-visit Segment 3 after Phase 1 is installed and monitored.
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Responses to Common Questions and Feedback, was created to provide responses to some of the most common questions and feedback received during Phase 1 of the public consultation process.
The comment period for this consultation has closed. The Public Consultation Report summarizes feedback received.
The Public Drop-In Event was held on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. at St. Paul VI Catholic School, 270 Laughton Avenue. This event provided an opportunity for the community to view the project information panels and speak with members of the project team one-on-one. A Portuguese-speaking language interpreter was available for translation services at the event.
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