Very often, when we attempt to walk on Dundas Street West, we think about Xavier Morgan. Xavier was a 5 year old boy. He was riding his bicycle with his family on the Martin Goodman Trail, next to Lakeshore Blvd West in June 2017. He fell into the traffic, was struck by a car, and passed away. The City subsequently took steps to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety in this area.
We fear that another tragedy of this nature could easily happen on Dundas Street West between Islington & the Humber. The same lethal cocktail of factors is present: (i) very high vehicle speeds, (ii) very narrow sidewalks without separation from traffic, and (iii) an increasingly large number of children and cyclists trying to use the street.
Of course, Etobicoke also has its share of of traffic injuries and fatalities. In August of 2020, a three year old boy was struck by a car and died near East Mall and Burnhamthorpe. Better street design, and enforcement of traffic laws, SAVES LIVES. The City should act to PREVENT the next tragedy, instead of just REACTING to it after it happens.
Social justice demands complete streets. Dundas, between Islington and the Humber, is a typically diverse part of Toronto. Dundas already works well for people driving in cars -- and it should continue to do so. But 28% of Toronto housholds do not have cars, and those with less money are more likely to be in this group. If we make it more pleasant and safe to walk, ride a bike, or wait for a bus on Dundas, then we will be making our city a more equitable and just place to live.
Complete Streets help local businesses flourish. Our family lives within 200 feet of local businesses offering goods and services that are interesting and appealing to us. We shop at these businesses surprisingly INFREQUENTLY. Why? Because Dundas Street West lies between us and these businesses. If we could cross the street, without feeling like we're talking our lives into our hands, we would almost certainly spend more money in Dundas St. West businesses.
Please share your thoughts with the group by clicking the "Petition" link or emailing BetterDundasCoalition@gmail.com
We fear that another tragedy of this nature could easily happen on Dundas Street West between Islington & the Humber. The same lethal cocktail of factors is present: (i) very high vehicle speeds, (ii) very narrow sidewalks without separation from traffic, and (iii) an increasingly large number of children and cyclists trying to use the street.
Of course, Etobicoke also has its share of of traffic injuries and fatalities. In August of 2020, a three year old boy was struck by a car and died near East Mall and Burnhamthorpe. Better street design, and enforcement of traffic laws, SAVES LIVES. The City should act to PREVENT the next tragedy, instead of just REACTING to it after it happens.
Social justice demands complete streets. Dundas, between Islington and the Humber, is a typically diverse part of Toronto. Dundas already works well for people driving in cars -- and it should continue to do so. But 28% of Toronto housholds do not have cars, and those with less money are more likely to be in this group. If we make it more pleasant and safe to walk, ride a bike, or wait for a bus on Dundas, then we will be making our city a more equitable and just place to live.
Complete Streets help local businesses flourish. Our family lives within 200 feet of local businesses offering goods and services that are interesting and appealing to us. We shop at these businesses surprisingly INFREQUENTLY. Why? Because Dundas Street West lies between us and these businesses. If we could cross the street, without feeling like we're talking our lives into our hands, we would almost certainly spend more money in Dundas St. West businesses.
Please share your thoughts with the group by clicking the "Petition" link or emailing BetterDundasCoalition@gmail.com