HomeMy WebLinkAboutDSD-2023-152 - City of Kitchener Vision Zero Strategy - 2022 Update
Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca
REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee
DATE OF MEETING: April 24, 2023
SUBMITTED BY: Barry Cronkite, Director, 519-741-2200 ext. 7738
PREPARED BY: Faranak Hosseini, Project Manager, Transportation Safety,
519-741-2200 ext. 7665
WARD(S) INVOLVED: All Wards (1-10)
DATE OF REPORT: March 23, 2023
REPORT NO.: DSD-2023-152
SUBJECT: City of Kitchener Vision Zero Strategy 2022 Update
RECOMMENDATION:
That this report be received, which serves as a progress update on the Vision Zero
action items completed in 2022; and further,
That staff be directed to implement the hot spot improvements as outlined in
Appendix A (Proposed Hot Spot Improvements) of report DSD-2023-152 to support
implementation of the Vision Zero Strategy.
REPORT HIGHLIGHTS:
The purpose of this report is to provide a comprehensive update on the progress of
ummary of 2022
accomplishments and a review of planned action items in 2023. This report also
includes recommendations for hot spot improvements to reduce the likelihood of
serious injury or death at high-risk areas.
The key finding of this report is that in 2022, The City made progress towards the
goal of eliminating serious injury and fatal collisions on Kitchener streets through the
implementation of the planned 2022 action items in the five categories of Evaluation,
Engineering, Education, Engagement and Enforcement. As approved by Council and
described in staff report DSD-2021-210, the Vision Zero Strategy action items are
funded through reallocation of existing Formal Traffic Calming budget from the 2022-
2026 budget years.
Community engagement included consultations with advisory committees and the
launch of a Vision Zero webpage, dashboard and Engage page to provide tools for
residents to offer feedback on street safety. The dashboard is an essential tool to
track and communicate progress towards the goal of zero traffic fatalities and serious
injuries.
This report supports the delivery of core services.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
-year street safety plan that aims to
eliminate traffic-related serious injuries andfatalities. This plan focuses on evaluating the
street network and addressing the key contributing factors to serious injury and fatal
collisions by focusing on three emphasis areas including vulnerable street users, high risk
locations and high-risk driving. This report provides an update on the progress made
towards achieving the goals identified in the Vision Zero Strategy including 2022
accomplishments and planned actions for 2023.
Statistics indicate that there is a declining trend in collisions, although it should be noted that
changing travel patterns because of the COVID-19 pandemic may have had an impact on
this data. Additionally, the analysis showed that pedestrians and cyclists are
disproportionally represented in collisions that result in a serious injury or fatality, with
aggressive and inattentive driving being a significant contributing factor to these collisions.
To address these issues, initiatives are being implemented to prioritize vulnerable street
ing measures, and educate drivers on safe driving
practices. Progress toward these initiatives in 2022 are as follows:
Evaluation In partnership with the University of Waterloo, The City adopted a
proactive and systematic approach to identify high-risk locations. Through this
approach, The City identified 15 high-risk locations including intersections and mid-
blocks. The City also acquired a traffic safety module that will analyze data on an
annual basis beginning in 2023. Work completed under the evaluation category
prioritizes the highest risk locations and demonstrates a shift towards a more
proactive and data driven approach to street safety.
Engineering - Staff conducted a comprehensive analysis on the 14 hot spot locations
that pose a higher risk for serious injury and fatal collisions and identified physical
measures that can be implemented to enhance safety at each location. The City has
also continued to implement 40km/h neighbourhoods, of which approximately 70%
of the residential neighbourhoods in Kitchener are complete, with the remaining to be
completed in 2023. In addition, The City reviewed the existing pedestrian crossover
policies and guidelines as well as the existing accessibility requirements.
Education - The City launched a high-risk driving education campaign through a
collaborative effort between The City, WRPS, Region of Waterloo Public Health, and
City of Waterloo. The campaign targets high-risk driving behaviours that contribute to
traffic-related serious injuries and fatalities on Kitchener streets.
Engagement - The City made progress in this category through the launch of the
Vision Zero Dashboard, a tool for tracking and communicating progress towards the
goal of zero serious injury and fatal collisions. The City also enhanced its Vision Zero
webpage and Engage page to provide up-to-date information for public engagement.
Additionally, a Vision Zero sub-committee was established to obtain provide
community perspective and feedback on street safety policies, programs, and
strategies.
Enforcement - The Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) was re-
established through a collaborative effort with WRPS. This program identifies new
areas of concern for targeted enforcement through a more data driven approach.
Staff will continue to focus on action items initiated in 2022 while adding new objectives in
accordance with the Vision Zero action plan approved by Council in 2021. Staff will report
back to Council in summer 2024 with a progress update on the accomplishments in 2023.
BACKGROUND:
Vision Zero is a long-term street safety strategy aimed at eliminating all traffic-related serious
injuries and fatalities. It is based on the premise that collisions are preventable, and that
safety should be prioritized above all else. Vision Zero recognizes that traffic systems are
complex and reaching zero traffic serious injuries and fatalities requires a long-term, multi-
faceted approach to address the factors that contribute to collisions. Vision Zero also
recognizes the necessity of a shift in how the City approaches street safety and the role that
everyone plays in ensuring the safety of all street users.
The City of Kitchener-year plan aimed at evaluating
the street network, identifying the key contributing factors to serious injuries and fatalities,
and addressing these factors through a multi-faceted approach which includes evaluation,
engineering, education, engagement, and enforcement. While the current Vision Zero
strategy is being implemented through 2025, Vision Zero is a long-term strategy that will
take time and resources to achieve.
To identify trends and patterns in serious injury and fatal collisions on Kitchener streets, data
analysis was conducted to understand the main contributing factors and emphasis areas. It
is important to identify emphasis areas because these are the areas where the greatest
impact can be made in reducing serious injuries and fatalities. The emphasis areas identified
Strategy are vulnerable street users, high-risk locations, and high-
risk driving behaviour. To address these areas, action items are selected based on data
analysis, community feedback and best practices. For detailed information on the City of
-2021-210 and City of
Kitchener Vision Zero Strategy 2022-2025 (Kitchener.ca/VisionZero).
REPORT:
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Strategy. This includes an overview of the collisions on Kitchener streets over the past five
years as well as a summary of the progress made in 2022. This report also summarizes the
planned action items for 2023.
Collision Analysis Overview
An analysis of historical collision data from 2017-2021 was conducted to identify trends in
collisions resulting in injuries and fatalities. This analysis was focused on collisions that have
occurred on the streets under the jurisdiction of the City of Kitchener. Of the 2,217 lane-km
of roads and streets within the City of Kitchener boundary, 1,569 lane-km are under the
jurisdiction of the City of Kitchener, 499 lane-km are under the jurisdiction of the Region of
Waterloo, and 149 lane-km are under the jurisdiction of the Ontario Ministry of
Transportation. For this review, roads under the jurisdiction of the Region of Waterloo and
the Ministry of Transportation have not been included.
Graph 1 illustrates the trend of collisions on Kitchener streets since 2017 which shows a
declining trend in the number of property damage only (PDO) and injury collisions. However,
it should be noted that 2020 and 2021 collision data may be impacted by changing travel
patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic influenced by lockdowns, social distancing, and
travel restrictions.
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Graph 2 illustrates the trend of the collisions that have resulted in injuries and fatalities by
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Analysis has been conducted on the collisions that have resulted in injuries or fatalities to
identify the most common factors in the occurrence of these collisions. The data shows that:
30% of the collisions that have resulted in injuries and 50% of the collisions that have
resulted in fatalities include a pedestrian or a cyclist while only accounting for 4% of
the total collisions. This reinforces the statement that pedestrians and cyclists
are at a disproportionately higher risk of being involved in collisions resulting
in serious injuries or fatalities, which continues to highlight the need to
prioritize safety measures for vulnerable street users.
In 90% of the injury and fatal collisions, the driver was driving aggressively, and in
71% of the injury and fatal collisions the driver was inattentive. Aggressive driving
behavior includes speeding, following too closely, passing improperly, failing to yield
right of way, and disobeying traffic controls. This finding shows that aggressive
and inattentive driving behaviors are a significant contributing factor in a large
majority of injury and fatal collisions. Therefore, mitigating these behaviors
should be a priority in reducing the number of injuries and fatalities on
Kitchener streets.
In 55% of the injury and fatal collisions, the surface was wet because of rainy, snowy,
or icy weather conditions. These conditions can reduce visibility, increase stopping
distance and make it more challenging for drivers to maintain control of their vehicles.
This suggests that in addition to winter road maintenance, drivers need to
exercise extra caution when driving on wet surfaces and adjust their driving
behavior according to the weather condition. Initiatives to educate drivers on
safe driving practices in weather conditions can help raise awareness about
these challenges.
In 62% of the injury and fatal collisions among pedestrians, the pedestrian was
crossing the street legally and with right of way. This suggests that street design,
infrastructure and driver behavior are not adequate to ensure pedestrian
safety, even when pedestrians are following the rules. Designing streets that
prioritize pedestrian safety, implementing traffic calming measures, and
educating drivers are some of the strategies being implemented to help
address this issue.
2022 Vision Zero Progress
The City has taken steps towards achieving the vision of zero traffic-related serious injuries
and fatalities through the implementation of its 2022 action items. These initiatives
encompass a range of measures aimed at enhancing street safety and are grouped into five
categories, which include Evaluation, Engineering, Education, Engagement and
Enforcement. A summary of these action items is provided below.
Evaluation
The evaluation category includes action items related to collecting and analyzing traffic and
collision data to assess the safety of the existing street network, identifying safety gaps and
opportunities and to track progress towards the goal of eliminating traffic related serious
injuries and fatalities. Evaluation is a major step in ensuring that resources are being utilized
in effectively and decisions are based on available data. The street safety improvements
made in the evaluation category in 2022 are as follows:
Network Screening
Prior to adopting Vision Zero, traffic safety efforts were primarily reactive, relying on historic
collision data and complaints from the public. However, with the implementation of the Vision
Zero Strategy, The City has shifted to a more proactive approach. A systematic method has
been adopted to identify and help predict locations with high collision risk, or "hot spots,"
using multiple factors such as site characteristics, traffic volumes, speeds, and historical
collisions.
Analysis to identify high-risk locations was conducted in 2022 through a partnership with the
University of Waterloo. The purpose was to identify locations with a higher risk for collisions
resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. After the initial analysis, staff selected 15 of the top
high-risk locations for further investigation to identify potential improvements to enhance
safety. The analysis of high-risk collision locations included both intersections and mid-
blocks.
Due to the complexity of intersections, staff installed lidar devices in partnership with
Velodyne Lidar to better understand the safety issues at these locations. The lidar devices
use laser technology to measure the distance between objects, providing data on vehicle
movements. This technology enabled staff to collect conflict data, including near misses and
potential collisions, which are not typically captured in traditional collision data. By analyzing
this data in collaboration with the University of Waterloo, staff gained more insight into how
to improve safety at these high-risk locations. The list of the high-risk locations along with
the proposed improvements are summarized under the Engineering section.
City staff have also acquired a traffic safety module that will automatically analyze data on
an annual basis, starting in 2023. This will allow staff to prioritize street safety efforts based
on the most up-to-date data available. This shift towards a proactive data-driven decision-
making, represents a shift in how traffic safety is approached, and emphasizes the use of
data to identify high-risk locations and prioritize safety improvements.
Collision Investigation Program
In partnership with the WRPS and the Region of Waterloo Public Health, staff have
established a program that assesses any collision that results in serious injuries and/or
fatalities within three months of the time the collision occurs. This program is a valuable tool
in helping to identify high-risk infrastructure gaps that require immediate attention.
Engineering
The engineering category includes action items related to the design and physical
improvements of the transportation infrastructure to reduce the likelihood of serious injury
and fatal collisions. The improvements made in this category in 2022 are described below.
Hot Spot Improvements
15 locations have been identified through data driven analysis that pose a higher risk for
collisions resulting in a serious injury or fatality. Staff conducted a review of these locations
to identify potential safety improvements. Staff have identified measures that can be
implemented to improve safety at each of the hot spot locations. The recommended
measures are summarized and included in Appendix A.
40km/h Neighbourhoods
In October 2021, Council approved the implementation of a speed limit reduction from
50km/h to 40km/h, and to 30km/h within school zones and along signed neighbourhood
bikeways. The speed limit reduction implementation started in January 2022 and to the date
approximately 70% of the City has been converted. The remaining neighbourhoods are
expected to be completed by end of 2023.
Pedestrian Crossover Review
As a part of the Vision Zero Strategy, staff have reviewed the existing pedestrian crossover
(PXO) guidelines and practices followed by the City of Kitchener. This review was conducted
to ensure City of Kitchener is in line with best practices. The main findings of this review are
summarized below.
Staff recommend following the OTM (Ontario Traffic Manual) Book 15 warrant
requirements to determine location eligibility. Where pedestrian volume does not
meet the minimum OTM requirements, staff suggest using engineering judgment in
combination with the connectivity requirement of the OTM to identify location
eligibility. This approach considers broader pedestrian connectivity in addition to
volumes and allows for a more flexible selection process that considers specific
needs of the community.
To increase compliance, staff recommend using flashing beacons and/or raised
crossings for all level 2-D PXOs. Compliance studies conducted by staff show that
PXO level 2-D have a higher compliance rate when flashing beacons or raised
crossings are present. Locations with flashing beacons and/or raised measures
locations achieved a 90% compliance rate. Locations without these measures
achieved a 72% compliance rate.
To prioritize locations eligible for PXOs, staff recommend using a scoring system
based on proximity to high pedestrian areas, collision history and speed, and volume
of vehicular traffic. Up to three PXOs are recommended to be installed per year at a
cost of approximately $50,000 in total which is proposed to be funded through the
Vision Zero Hot Spot Improvement program. The following locations will be studied
for PXOs, and the results will be reported back to Council in 2023.
o Henry Sturm Trail at Belmont Ave W Ward 9
o Henry Sturm Trail at Lawrence Ave Ward 8
Seasonal Traffic Calming
In 2018, Transportation Services launched a Seasonal Traffic Calming program that
included installing approximately 40 flexible delineators and 5-speed advisory signs
throughout The City. The program has been met with general acceptance from the
community and has resulted in many more requests. As a result, there has been annual
increases of the seasonal traffic calming program in 2019 and 2021.
For 2023 the Seasonal Traffic Calming program will grow by an additional 10 in-road flex
signs per ward. This will result in a total of 23 signs per ward and will include 11 single in-
road flex sign locations and four (4) seasonal narrowing locations. Planning and design for
the 2023 program has been complete and staff are working on an installation plan which will
commence in April 2023.
Education
Educational campaigns are a critical component of a Vision Zero program. The purpose of
these campaigns is to raise awareness among street users about safe street behaviors and
the importance of following traffic rules. The improvements made in the education category
are summarized in this section.
High Risk Driving Education Campaign
Staff have launched an educational campaign focused on high-risk driving behaviors
through a collaborative effort between the City of Kitchener, City of Waterloo, WRPS and
Region of Waterloo Public Health. The purpose of this campaign is to raise awareness
among street users about the dangers of high-risk driving behaviors and to promote safe
o strategy as
data shows that high-risk driving behaviors are major contributors to traffic fatalities and
serious injuries in Kitchener.
This education campaign has two phases. The first phase which commenced in January
2023 aims to educate the public Vision Zero concept and the importance of achieving zero
traffic fatalities and serious injuries in our community. This phase underscores the fact that
traffic collisions are not random occurrences, but rather preventable incidents that can be
averted with the adoption of proactive measures and education. The initial phase of the
campaign seeks to raise awareness among street users about the pressing need to reduce
the incidence of traffic collisions, particularly those that result in fatalities or serious injuries.
By emphasizing the preventable nature of these incidents, the campaign aims to foster a
sense of shared responsibility among all stakeholders to work towards achieving the Vision
Zero goal.
To reach a wide audience, a variety of multimedia strategies are used including social media
posts on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram as well as ads on radio,
YouTube, Spotify, and Google display. The content of the campaign includes a combination
of written messages, voice ads, posters, and videos, which have been carefully developed
to maximize their impact and effectiveness. These materials have been designed to deliver
a clear and compelling message that emphasizes the importance of adopting safe driving
habits to reduce the incidence of traffic collisions.
The second phase of the educational campaign, scheduled to commence in September, will
focus on addressing high-risk driver behavior and specific actions such as speeding and
aggressive driving. The campaign's second phase will be timed with the beginning of the
2023 school year to help reach a larger audience and further highlight the importance of
safe driving habits.
Active Transportation Education Campaign
The City has been actively promoting active transportation through various educational
programs such as campaigns, events and materials including bike maps and information on
bike parking locations to help navigate cyclists through the safest and most convenient
route. The City has also been regularly sending out a monthly e-newsletter to provide
updates on on-going cycling projects and new cycling facilities to promote cycling and
educate all street users on best practices.
In 2023, staff will further enhance active transportation educational programs by
collaborating with The City of Waterloo to launch an educational campaign that focuses on
active transportation. The campaign aims to raise awareness and educate street userson
the proper use of pedestrian and cycling facilities and how to navigate them safely.
The primary objective of this campaign is to promote street safety, especially for pedestrians
and cyclists, and encourage the adoption of sustainable transportation modes. Staff are
currently in the planning phase of this campaign and anticipate its launch in the summer of
2023.
School Children Educational Programs
School Travel Planning of Waterloo Region manages dedicated programs that educate
students and families on pedestrian skills and traffic awareness in school zones. These
programs cover different types of environments such as crossing in roundabouts and are
delivered through various models. The service also supports third-party safety programs
such as Walking School Bus, Cycling into the Future, CAA School Safety Patrol program,
and Children's Safety Village. Through collaboration with School Travel Planning of
Waterloo Region. The enhancement plan includes the following:
Expand the Sidewalk Smart program: This program prepares children transitioning
from primary to junior grades (Grades 3-4) to safely walk to school and other
destinations in their community. This program is currently offered to two schools in
Kitchener but is proposed to be expanded to 10 schools in a two-year period (2023
and 2024 school years). An additional $5,000 per year is required to support the
expansion, which will be funded through the Vision Zero budget.
Introduce a pedestrian skill sheet to teach children about pedestrian skills. This will
contain valuable information about crossing the street safely, looking both ways,
identifying hazards, and making safe decisions when crossing the street or walking
on the sidewalk. The sheet can be used by teachers and parents to supplement
safety education for children, making it a valuable resource in promoting pedestrian
safety.
Provide a Vision Zero Parents Skill Sheet to remind parents of the best practices for
keeping their children safe while commuting to school and covers topics such as safe
driving practices in school zones, parking etiquette, and pedestrian safety. The skill
sheet is expected to provide parents with a clear understanding of their role in
ensuring the safety of children in school zones.
Reintroduce the Cycling into the Future program to improve cycling skill training.
School Travel Planning of Waterloo Region is working on restoring this program.
Further updates are expected by end of Summer 2023.
Engagement
Engagement is critical to the success of a Vision Zero program by fostering community
ownership and involvement in improving street safety. The 2022 accomplishments in this
category are summarized below.
Vision Zero Webpage and Dashboard
The recently launched Vision Zero Dashboard is an essential tool for tracking and
communicating progress towards the goal of zero traffic fatalities and zero serious injuries.
The platform provides valuable information to residents including collision statistics and
progress updates on the action items of the Vision Zero Strategy. The dashboard can be
accessed through Kitchener.ca/VisionZero. In future phases, additional elements and
features will be added to provide progress updates on all components of the Vision Zero
Strategy.
In addition, the City of Kitchener has updated the Vision Zero webpage and the Vision Zero
Engage page at Kitchener.ca/VisionZero. The platforms provide tools to engage and inform
the public about the Vision Zero Strategy and its progress. The Vision Zero webpage is
designed to educate the public about the importance of safe transportation practices to
achieve zero fatalities and zero serious injuries. The Vision Zero Engage page provides an
streets safer for everyone.
Vision Zero Sub-Committee
A sub-committee of the Active Transportation and Trail Advisory Committee was established
to provide community perspective on street safety policies, programs, and strategies. This
sub-committee serves to advise staff on street safety issues, act as an advocate for street
safety in the city and promote public awareness of street safety initiatives and the Vision
Zero Strategy.
Enforcement
The purpose of enforcement in Vision Zero is to help ensure that all street users are following
traffic rules and to deter unsafe behaviors that could lead to collisions. In collaboration with
the WRPS staff have made improvements to help allocate enforcement resources to the
highest-risk locations. The accomplishments in this category are summarized below.
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) is an enforcement initiative that is designed
to systematically identify and target high-risk areas based on traffic data including speed,
volume, and collision history. The previous approach to the STEP program relied more
heavily on traffic complaints from the public. A more data-driven approach is being now
being used to help WRPS target enforcement where the highest risk driving behaviours are
occurring based on network screening and empirical data.
To improve collaboration and data sharing, quarterly meetings with WRPS and area
municipalities have been re-
areas of concern for targeted enforcement. STEP members are currently working towards
more data driven decision making for enforcement locations by leveraging traffic data and
network screening analysis.
Next Steps
Staff will continue to focus on action items initiated in 2022 while adding new objectives in
accordance with the Vision Zero action plan approved by Council. The action items are
summarized in Appendix B. Staff will report back to Council in summer 2024 with a progress
update on the accomplishments in 2023.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
This report supports delivery of core services.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
As approved by Council and outlined in staff report DSD-2021-210, the Vision Zero Strategy
action items will be funded through reallocation of existing budget from the 2022-2026
Formal Traffic Calming Budget.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
INFORM
the council / committee meeting.
CONSULT In 2020, 2021 and 2022 staff met with advisory committees including Mayor's
Advisory Council for Kitchener Seniors, Kitchener Active Transportation and Trails Advisory
Committee, Kitchener Youth Action Council, Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee,
Safe and Healthy Communities Advisory Committee and Vision Zero Sub-committee. The
intent of these meetings was to raise awareness about Vision Zero and to receive feedback
on the development of the strategy and community priorities for safety.
In 2022, staff launched the Vision Zero Dashboard to track and communicate progress
towards the goal of zero traffic fatalities and major injuries. The dashboard can be accessed
through Kitchener.ca/VisionZero. Additional features will be added to the dashboard in
future phases. The City also updated its Vision Zero webpage and Engage page, to engage
and inform the public about the Vision Zero Strategy.
PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES:
DSD-2021-210 Vision Zero Strategy
DSD-20-035 Vision Zero Review
APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager
Development Services Department
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A Proposed Hot Spot Improvements
Attachment B 2023 Action Items
APPENDIX A Proposed Hot Spot Improvements
# Location Proposed Measures Expected Outcome Next Steps Est Cost
1 Activa Ave between - Install two speed cushions at the - Reduction in operating speed on 2023 $15,000
David Bergey Dr and following locations: Activa Ave Activa Ave within the school installation
Blush Clover Cres between Copper Leaf St and zones
(Ward 5) Cotton Grass St, Activa Ave
between Berry Moss St, and Max
Becker Dr
2 Old Zeller Dr - Install three speed humps at the - Reduction in operating speeds 2023 $15,000
between Fairway Rd following locations: Old Zeller Dr on Old Zeller Dr installation
N and Zeller Dr between Fairway Rd N and
(Ward 2) Grand Flats Trail, Old Zeller Dr
between Watervale Dr and Eden
Oak Trail, and Old Zeller Dr
between Eden Oak Trail and
Valebrook St
3 Robert Ferrie Dr - Install two speed cushions at the - Reduction in operating speeds 2023 $15,000
between Thomas following locations: Robert Ferrie on Robert Ferrie Dr installation
Slee Dr and Doon S Dr between Mossgrove Dr and
Dr Marigold Ct, and Robert Ferrie Dr
(Ward 4) between Topper Wood Cres and
Doon South Dr
4 Thomas Slee Dr - Install three speed humps at the - Reduction in operating speeds 2023 $15,000
between Robert following locations: on Thomas Slee Dr installation
Ferrie Dr and Doon Thomas Slee Dr between
South Dr (Ward 4) Terrington Cres and Terrington
Cres, and Thomas Slee Dr
between George Ayres Dr and
Doon South Dr
5 Shirley Ave between - Install a pedestrian refuge island - Improvement in visibility of 2023 $15,000
Bingemans Centre in the two-way-left-turn lane at 68 pedestrians and the crossing installation
Dr and Riverbend Shirley Ave at the GRT bus stop location to drivers
Dr location (location selected based - Shorter crossing distance for
(Ward 1) on consultation with GRT) pedestrians by breaking up the
crossing into two smaller
segments
6 Bingemans Centre - Install a pedestrian refuge island - Improvement in visibility of 2023 $15,000
Dr between Shirley in the two-way-left-turn lane at pedestrians and the crossing installation
Ave and Shirley Dr 400 Bingemans Dr at the GRT location to drivers
(Ward 1) bus stop location (location - Shorter crossing distance for
selected based on consultation pedestrians by breaking up the
with GRT) crossing into two smaller
segments
7 Wabanaki Dr - Install a pedestrian refuge island - Improve visibility of pedestrians 2023 $15,000
between Kevco Pl on Wabanaki at the trail crossing and the crossing location to installation (refuge
and Manitou Dr (approx. 220m from the drivers island)
(Ward 3) intersection of Manitou Dr and - Shorten the crossing distance
Wabanaki Dr) for pedestrians and provide a
- Install a boulevard multi-use trail refuge island for trail users
from Wilson Ave to Manitou Dr - Provide a dedicated facility for
(this work will be funded through pedestrians and cyclists
sidewalk infill capital budget)
separated from arterial roadway
traffic
8 Driftwood Dr at - Install two raised crosswalks at - Reduction in operating speeds 2023 $30,000
Forest Heights the following locations: Driftwood on Driftwood installation
Community Trail Dr and Forest Heights - Improve safety for trail users
(Ward 7) Community Trail (north of Royal crossing Driftwood Dr
Orchard Dr), and Driftwood Dr
and Forest Heights Community
Trail (south of Rolling Meadows
Dr)
9 Royal Orchard Dr at - Install one raised crosswalk at - Reduction in operating speeds 2023 $15,000
Forest Heights this location on Royal Orchard Dr installation
Community Trail - Improve safety for trail users
(Ward 7) crossing Royal Orchard Dr
10 Lawrence Ave at - Install a raised flush crosswalk - Improve visibility of pedestrians 2023 $15,000
Henry Sturm Trail at this location and the crossing location to installation
(Ward 8) (This location has also been drivers
selected for a PXO study, as - Improve safety for trail users
highlighted in the pedestrian crossing Lawrence Ave
crossover review section of this
report)
- Install flashing beacons t o
11 West Ave at Henry - Improve visibility of pedestrians 2023 $20,000
Sturm Trail PXO enhance the existing Type D and the crossing location to installation
(Ward 8) PXO drivers
- Improve safety for trail users
crossing West Ave by raising
driver awareness a PXO is
present.
12 Intersection of - Move the school crosswalk to - Reduction in conflicts between 2023 $30,000
Spadina Rd E and left turning vehicles from Spadina installation
Queens Boulevard Rd E and add a ladder crosswalk
(Ward 9) to the crossing
- Add pedestrian crosswalk Blvd on the south side of Spadina
pavement markings on Spadina Rd E
Rd W - Reduction in speed of vehicles
- Extend the curbs on both sides turning at the new school
to tighten the corner radius for the crosswalk location
new school crosswalk location
13 Intersection of - Install a traffic signal at this - Reduction in conflicts at this 2023/24 $20,000
Wabanaki Dr and intersection (The new layout of intersection by providing installation (not
Wilson Ave the intersection will be designated time and clear including
(Ward 3) determined through collaboration guidance on when each user can signal
with the Region of Waterloo) move through the intersection cost)
14 Intersection of - Reconfigure and simplify the all-All-way-stop option 2023/24 $20,000
Strasburg Rd and way-stop control intersection by - Reduction in conflicts at this installation (not
Old Country Dr removing the left turning lanes intersection by simplifying the including
(Ward 6) OR intersection configuration signal
- Install a signal at this - Decrease in crossing distance cost)
intersection (the new layout of the for pedestrians on Strasburg Rd
intersection will be determined Signal option:
through collaboration with the - Reduction in conflicts at this
Region of Waterloo) intersection by providing
designated time and clear
guidance on when each group
can move through the
intersection
15 Intersection of - Convert to a three-lane cross - Reduction in conflicts between 2024 TBD
Charles St E and section between Ottawa and vehicles travelling on Charles and installation
Sydney St S Preston vehicles crossing or turning onto
(Ward 9) - Install crossing facility for Charles from Sydney St.
pedestrians crossing Charles - Decrease in conflicts between
Street vehicles and pedestrians crossing
- Public engagement to be held in Charles St at Sydney St
2023 regarding the proposed
cross section changes and report
back to Council in 2024 Vision
Zero update
APPENDIX B 2023 Action Items
Category Action Item Title Status Launch
Key Stakeholders
Year
Evaluation Collision Network Screening and Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Transportation
Hot Spot Identification since 2022 UW Transportation Group
Evaluation Severe Injury and Fatal Collision Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Transportation
Investigation Program since 2022 WRPS
ROW Public Health Services
Engineering Neighbourhood Speed Limit Ongoing 2022-2024 COK Transportation
Review since 2022
Engineering Hot Spot Improvements Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Transportation
since 2022
Engineering Formal Traffic Calming Policy New 2023 COK Transportation
Update
Engineering Seasonal Traffic Calming Policy New 2023 COK Transportation
Update
Engineering Fleet Safety Improvements New 2022 COK Fleet
Education High Risk Driving Educational Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Communications
Campaign since 2022 COK Transportation
ROW Public Health
City of Waterloo
Education Active Transportation Educational Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Communications, COK
Campaigns and Events since 2022 Transportation
City of Waterloo
Education Active School Travel Educational Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Communications, COK
Programs since 2022 Transportation,
ROW School Travel Planning
Education Educational Programs for Fleet New 2023-2025 COK Fleet,
Drivers COK Communications
Engagement Vision Zero Sub-Committee Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Transportation
since 2022
Engagement Public Awareness and Ongoing 2022-2025 COK Communications,
Engagement since 2022 COK Transportation
Engagement Vision Zero Day New 2023-2025 COK Communications,
COK Transportation
Engagement Community Partnerships New 2023-2025 COK Transportation
ROW School Travel Planning
Engagement Advocacy and Engagement with New 2023-2025
Provincial and Federal Agencies Office, Council
Enforcement Targeted Enforcement (STEP Ongoing 2022-2025 WRPS, COK Transportation
Program) since 2022
Enforcement WRPS Traffic Management Plan New 2022-2025 WRPS, COK Transportation
Enforcement Automated Speed Enforcement New 2023 ROW Transportation, COK
(explore the expansion of the Transportation
program)