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Ah yes. 16% more density than North York and you suddenly qualify for 3-4 subways! So what's the level that you need for 2 subways in your opinion? 8% more? 10% more? Be specific.
When did I write that made North York qualify for a subway? I actually wrote the opposite in a previous post.
I agree. Which is why it's entirely moronic to hold Scarborough to the same standard as North York. Indeed, the fact that North York has so many subways and is only 16% denser says a lot....about North York. But since you guys insist on using that standard....
North York is not just 16% denser - it has greater employment density. You're complaining because Scarborough isn't on Yonge Street and there's really nothing we can do about that. If individuals don't like living in Scarborough then move closer to the city.
It's like someone living in a condo downtown whining that they don't have the backyard space of Scarborough residents.
What exactly are these steps? I want you to cite specific policies with sources. I am sick of these fucking circular discussions with generics. Let's have actual policy examples. Sourced from city documents. You are saying North York has done better. Put up or shut up.
Compare Yonge and Sheppard to STC.
You'll get your answer.
There were reasons for a short extension of the Yonge Line back in the 70s that don't exist for Scarborough. I'm pretty sure you can figure out what they are.
This is how I know you guys are losing it. You're defending Mississauga densifying one corridor while leaving the rest of the suburb a auto paradise while chastising Scarbrough for development spread along several avenues and not all concentrated at SC or Kennedy.
This is exactly why people in Scarborough think a lot of these discussions are unfair. This nonsense. Right here.
I don't think we're the ones losing it lol.
When did I suggest Mississauga should be getting a subway? They shouldn't.
Just as Scarborough doesn't need anymore subways.
There is no question that Mississauga has been doing a better job for decades in terms of attracting business and densifying their core. Mississauga is very far from perfect - I certainly wouldn't use it as any kind of development model for the GTA.
Here's a question - what is the business case for Scarborough actually getting another subway stop? What are the ridership numbers that justify this investment?