The BCA initiated a study to address residents’ concerns regarding the back alley, between 110 and 111 Avenues, commonly used to access the off-leash dog park. In December, Robert and Doug canvassed the 42 affected homes, leaving pamphlets at those not at home, and appreciate the 55% who readily voiced their experiences and concerns. The alley is a high-traffic, paved corridor, with three access/egress points (west-end at 111 Ave, east-end at 110 Ave, and the midpoint at Bradford Street) and a parking lot at the off-leash dog park, all of which we think makes this a “unique alley” within the city.
100% agreed that volumes are very high, with 73% indicating speeding to be excessive and unsafe, and 82% declaring that alley traffic failing to stop or at least yield to the incoming traffic at the Bradford Street junction has resulted in near misses.
The results were presented to Jenna, Braeside’s Neighbourhood Partnership Coordinator, our liaison to the city departments that will ultimately be involved in implementing changes and mitigating problem. The aim is to have the city address high-speed driving and parking issues affecting residents. Additional data (e.g., prowlers, dogs, trash) were included in our report.
Please call 9-1-1 or the CPS Non-Emergency number (403-266-1234) to report any suspicious activity.
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