robmausser
Senior Member
Ah yes, and they expressed this by putting someone on a bike in their graphic.
So their answer is that the pathways are poorly designed because they want them to be poorly designed. Got it
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Green Line Parks System - Midtown Toronto
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Ah yes, and they expressed this by putting someone on a bike in their graphic.
So their answer is that the pathways are poorly designed because they want them to be poorly designed. Got it
robmausser
Senior Member
I implore everyone who posted concerns about the pathways to please hit that link and make a comment about it so they are aware its a large concern had by many.
Thanks
TossYourJacket
Senior Member
That would inconvenience a very small number of drivers so it was never gonna happen.
AlbertC
Superstar
Community Consultation: New Park on Macpherson Avenue
The City of Toronto’s Parks, Forestry and Recreation division invites you to learn more about a new park on Macpherson Avenue, which is a part of the Green Line Implementation Plan.
Early concept plan options have been created for this new park coming to the Lower Davenport neighbourhood, and staff are hosting a virtual community meeting to:
- Provide a project update
- Present early concept plans for feedback
- Identify community perspectives and priorities
Details:
Date: November 17, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Macpherson Avenue Park - Public Meeting #1. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Learn more about the development of Macpherson Avenue Park at the corner of Macpherson Avenue and Davenport Road, during our first virtual public meeting on November 17th, 2020 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm on Zoom. We will present the concept plan options for the future park, and discuss how this new...
Meeting Registration
Macpherson Avenue Park - Public Meeting #1
Learn more about the development of Macpherson Avenue Park at the corner of Macpherson Avenue and Davenport Road, during our first virtual public meeting on November 17th, 2020 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm on Zoom. We will present the concept plan options for the future park, and discuss how this new park can serve the needs of community members.
Pre-register for this event now, or check back here for the meeting link on November 17, 2020.
Go to https://zoom.us/join then input the following when prompted
MEETING NUMBER: Check back on November 17
EVENT PASSWORD: Check back on November 17
Nov 17, 2020 6:30 PM
AlbertC
Superstar
Virtual Public Meeting for New Park at Macpherson Avenue and Davenport Road
A virtual public meeting for the new park at Macpherson Avenue and Davenport Road will be held on November 17, 2020, from 6:30 to 8PM. Preliminary concept plans for one of the first new parks in the Green Line will be presented for feedback to help inform a preferred concept plan. Feedback will be collected during the virtual public meeting and an online questionnaire. Learn more here
Following the successful completion of the Green Line Implementation Plan, DTAH has been selected by the City of Toronto to lead the design and construction of the first two Green Line parks. The new park at Macpherson Avenue and Davenport Road will mark the eastern gateway to the Green Line, and together with the Geary Avenue Park Expansion the two new parks will transform the Dupont hydro corridor.
Patch
Active Member
Highlights from Public Meeting. Online questionnaire here until Dec 6: https://www.toronto.ca/city-governm.../new-parks-facilities/macpherson-avenue-park/
Northern Light
Superstar
Looks like the bulk of the work for this one will be in 2022, based on the proposed Capital Budget for Toronto Parks.
Total Budget: 1.93M
Total Budget: 1.93M
Patch
Active Member
Looks like they are continuing with the "flow" design concept. Latest public presentation shared here.
And folks can provide feedback by March 14.
And folks can provide feedback by March 14.
vic
Senior Member
Part of the hydro corridor at the end of Talbot St., behind the Tavora grocery store on St. Clair is being proposed to turn into a space for parking 7 cars. That sucks....
But they're also leaving space for a trail as part of a future Green Line connection.
More info with plans etc.: http://app.toronto.ca/AIC/index.do?folderRsn=oweTDpYTXsEafEj3u6ZFmA==
Streetview: https://goo.gl/maps/1sH9dM7kKgQ6A5xx6
robmausser
Senior Member
I stopped caring about this project when it was obvious the trail/bike path is going to be a discombobulated mess.
rdaner
Senior Member
It looks like the two parcels mentioned above are either going to be bought or if already city owned will be worked on this year.
A little question: I know that burying power lines can be expensive but what about a utilidor like they use up north? Maybe less costly and potentially much better aesthically (especially if an artist gets involved!)
A little question: I know that burying power lines can be expensive but what about a utilidor like they use up north? Maybe less costly and potentially much better aesthically (especially if an artist gets involved!)
Northern Light
Superstar
Greenline work is proceeding.
I'm not sure what you're asking here. You want to bury the Hydro One pylons? What are you suggesting as a preferred concept from 'up north'? Please include an example.
rdaner
Senior Member
yoo-til-i-dawr ] show ipa. nounCanadian. an aboveground, insulated network of pipes and cables, used to convey water and electricity in communities situated in areas of permafrost. (Wiki)
As these are high voltage wires carrying hydro for the whole region I don’t know if it is feasible but I dislike the pylons in an urban area; bad in Scarborough and worse downtown. Another advantage is that they aren’t affected by harsh weather and are easier to repair. These systems are common in permafrost areas (Inuvik, Norilsk) and are still common in Eastern Europe. Just a thought.
Northern Light
Superstar
I understand the idea of 'Utliidor'
The thing is, there are different variations.
This one exists in Inuvik:
Credit as per the above.
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I can't say I find that version particularly appealing.
So I'm wondering precisely what you have in mind.
There are different cost models depending on what one proposes and different spacial issues.
rdaner
Senior Member
Taking the idea of what a utilidor does and coming up with a 'made in Toronto' solution would be the best course of action. The current configuration is, I imagine, something that came about in the 1950s and could use a rethink. The biggest problem in Quebec with the big Ice Storm was downed wires due to ice buildup which would be solved if the wires were enclosed. I get that burying electricity wires may be too costly in low density areas but the Davenport Corridor goes through areas of high density. As I live nearby I have had the opportunity to walk much of Davenport and as it begins to develop more intensely these pylons are going to become a bigger issue.
The timing may be good to start thinking about this as the electricity grid is going to need an overhaul to handle the drastic increase in energy required to operate just about everything now that batteries are becoming economical for wide use. Or maybe changing economics will make burial the best option?
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