Walk Toronto’s Lee Scott and Daniella Levy-Pinto have written to the Infrastructure and Environment Committee (IEC) on behalf of Walk Toronto about congestion management and construction zone safety. They note that “congestion” does not capture the safety issues around construction sites, and that quick action is needed on their safety.
They also note that the increased fines for obstructive or dangerous driver behaviour do not include the fines for turning right on a red light where it’s prohibited. Such turns are dangerous and should be included in the revisions.
Finally, they note accessibility concerns and recommendations, and propose that sites that overlap the sidewalk or road be required to have a paid safety and travel coordinator to ensure safe passage and coordinate with City staff about changes and safety measures.
