Issue and proposed solutions

A young leader who is part of the City of Vaughan Transportation Youth Ambassador Program is advocating for improved pedestrian safety at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Major Mackenzie Drive, specifically at the southwest pedestrian corner island at the channelized right turn. During their morning commute to Vaughan City Hall, they noticed the absence of a pedestrian pushbutton for those turning left to cross, creating confusion and increasing the risk of pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. To address this, the changemaker contacted York Region Transportation and proposed installing an additional pedestrian pushbutton to ensure safe crossings.

Outcome:

York Region staff visited the site of concern and put a work order in place to fix the pedestrian pushbutton at the northwest corner.

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