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Toronto Eglinton Line 5 | ?m | ?s | Metrolinx | Arcadis

This is just pure comedy at this point: Metrolinx has delayed their announcement on how far delayed the project is?

I mean what are we even talking about anymore with this gongshow. I thought the Confederation Line was a laughing embarassment, but this project might even find a way of being even worse.
 
Amare said:
I mean what are we even talking about anymore with this gongshow. I thought the Confederation Line was a laughing embarassment, but this project might even find a way of being even worse.
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Now that I think about it, some companies are involved in the delivery of both systems. There’s a possibility they’re now fixing mistakes on Eglinton that were experienced in Ottawa. B I G Y I K E S !!
 
trtcttc said:
Work seems to be happening everyday at Eglinton now. It’s frustrating that it takes until a delay going years in the future for them to take it seriously. Did not see this level of work last summer when the line was supposed to open end of 2022.
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Mississauga is way behind on their LRT to the point that I will say ML has taken lessons learn from the Ottawa and Line 5 mess by applying then to the Hurontario Line. I hope that is the case, otherwise it will be another Line 5 mess. Don't see it opening as plan as well being complete by the end of 2024 as per contract.

Finch so far has seen better luck on its line, considering I was sure it would not be completed until early 2020 compared to be where it is today.

One lesson ML has learn and has apply it to the Line 5 Extension, break the contract up than do the one big one.

I feel Hamilton is on hold because of Line 5 mess with the province saying lets get it right from day one with lesson learn from Line 5 mess.

Time to find time to have a look at Line 5 again in detail for the east end.
 
drum118 said:
Mississauga is way behind on their LRT to the point that I will say ML has taken lessons learn from the Ottawa and Line 5 mess by applying then to the Hurontario Line. I hope that is the case, otherwise it will be another Line 5 mess. Don't see it opening as plan as well being complete by the end of 2024 as per contract.

Finch so far has seen better luck on its line, considering I was sure it would not be completed until early 2020 compared to be where it is today.

One lesson ML has learn and has apply it to the Line 5 Extension, break the contract up than do the one big one.

I feel Hamilton is on hold because of Line 5 mess with the province saying lets get it right from day one with lesson learn from Line 5 mess.

Time to find time to have a look at Line 5 again in detail for the east end.
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Breaking the contract up makes sense. Fingers crossed it gets better from here. I think the large part of the issue was Metrolinx just didn’t have the experience and expertise to properly manage the project, so left it all up to the contractor. When they messed up there was no one there to supervise. This seems to be common in a lot of other North American jurisdictions with heavy usage of consultants and little internal expertise.
 
trtcttc said:
Work seems to be happening everyday at Eglinton now. It’s frustrating that it takes until a delay going years in the future for them to take it seriously. Did not see this level of work last summer when the line was supposed to open end of 2022.
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Much of the visual work happening now is for things such as landscaping and signage - stuff that is very visible because it is happening around the stations and portals, and that could have been done once the line was up and running.

The work happening last year - and there was lots of it - was happening underground where it would be much harder to see at a glance.

Dan
 
The problem for me is that Metrolinx as this point should be giving a timeline with monthly updates where by the public at large can at least understand what the hold up is. I mean the thing is built. This should be a positive exciting time and with their silence they are creating such a negative outcome. What are they afraid of?, their reputations is already damaged beyond repair. Transparency would go some way to redeem themselves in my view.
 
grammin said:
The problem for me is that Metrolinx as this point should be giving a timeline with monthly updates where by the public at large can at least understand what the hold up is. I mean the thing is built. This should be a positive exciting time and with their silence they are creating such a negative outcome. What are they afraid of?, their reputations is already damaged beyond repair. Transparency would go some way to redeem themselves in my view.
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The finch west system has these no idea why they wouldn’t do it for eglinton
 
smallspy said:
Much of the visual work happening now is for things such as landscaping and signage - stuff that is very visible because it is happening around the stations and portals, and that could have been done once the line was up and running.

The work happening last year - and there was lots of it - was happening underground where it would be much harder to see at a glance.

Dan
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There’s definitely work happening underground at Eglinton that wasn’t happening last year. There’s crews visibly working along the street at the open sections almost everyday and machinery moving in and outs beyond station finishing and signage.
 

Eglinton Crosstown LRT​

Construction Notice
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Utility Reinstatement and Restoration Works on the South Side of Eglinton Avenue East​

As early as Thursday, September 28, 2023​

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What Work is Taking Place?

As early as Thursday, September 28, 2023, crews at Eglinton Station will be performing utility reinstatement and restoration works on the south side of Eglinton Avenue East between 1 Eglinton Avenue East and 35 Eglinton Avenue East. To perform work safely, the sidewalk on the south side of Eglinton Avenue East will be closed between 1 Eglinton Avenue East and 35 Eglinton Avenue East. Pedestrians will be directed to use the north side of the street. Access to properties and businesses will be maintained at all times. This work is expected to take place on Monday - Saturday between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. until approximately mid-November 2023. Overnight work may be required to facilitate special activities. Upon completion of this work, short term lane reductions may be required on Eglinton Avenue East to facilitate special activities. Please review the complete notice or visit www.metrolinx.com/eglintoncrosstownlrt for more information.​


What to Expect
Noise from construction activity including concrete breaking and truck staging can be expected. Periodic use of a hydro-vacuum truck will be required to facilitate certain works. Concrete barriers, fencing, and signage will be in place to delineate the work zones. One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained at all times on Eglinton Avenue East. Occasional overnight work may be required for special activities. Access to properties will be maintained at all times. Expect delays while traveling through the area.

HOURS OF WORK
• As early as Thursday, September 28, 2023, until approximately mid-November.
• Work is expected to take place on Monday – Saturday between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
• Overnight work may be required for special activities.
• Work may be rescheduled due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.
• Work may be longer or shorter than expected.

TRAFFIC DETAILS
• No changes to the current traffic configuration are expected as a result of this work.

PEDESTRIAN DETAILS
• The sidewalk on the south side of Eglinton Avenue East will be closed between 1 Eglinton Avenue East and 35 Eglinton Avenue East.
• Pedestrians will be directed to use the north side of the street.
• Access to properties and businesses will be maintained at all times.

TRANSIT INFORMATION
• Access to TTC will be maintained at all times.
• Please visit www.ttc.ca for more information.

Eglinton Crosstown LRT​

Construction Notice
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Sidewalk Restoration Works on Berwick Avenue at Yonge Street​

As early as Monday, Septmeber 25, 2023​

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What Work is Taking Place?
As early as Monday, September 25, 2023, crews at Eglinton Station will be performing sidewalk restoration works on the south side of Berwick Avenue between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. This work will be carried out in two phases, refer to maps. Work is expected to take place seven days a week between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for approximately one (1) month. Upon completion of this work, short term lane reductions may be required on Eglinton Avenue to facilitate special activities. Please review the complete notice or visit www.metrolinx.com/eglintoncrosstownlrt for more information.

Phase One: The eastbound and westbound lanes on Berwick Avenue will be narrowed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. Access to the Berwick Avenue/Hillsdale Avenue laneway will be restricted at Berwick Avenue. Access to this laneway will be maintained from Hillsdale Avenue. The south sidewalk on Berwick Avenue will be closed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. Pedestrians will be directed to the north side of the street.

Phase Two: The eastbound and westbound lanes on Berwick Avenue will be narrowed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. Access to the Berwick Avenue/Hillsdale Avenue laneway will be reinstated. The south sidewalk on Berwick Avenue will be closed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. Pedestrians will be directed to the north side of the street.

What to Expect
Noise from construction activity including concrete breaking and truck staging can be expected. Periodic use of a hydro-vacuum truck will be required to facilitate certain works. Concrete barriers, fencing, and signage will be in place to delineate the work zones. Access to properties will be maintained at all times. Expect delays while traveling through the area.
HOURS OF WORK
· As early as Monday, September 25, 2023, and ongoing for approximately one (1) month. The duration of each phase is listed below:
o Phase One: One (1) week
o Phase Two: Three (3) weeks
· Work is expected to take place seven days a week between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
· Work may be rescheduled due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.
· Work may be longer or shorter than expected.

TRAFFIC DETAILS
· Phase One: The eastbound and westbound lanes on Berwick Avenue will be narrowed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. Access to the Berwick Avenue/Hillsdale Avenue laneway will be restricted at Berwick Avenue. Access to this laneway will be maintained from Hillsdale Avenue.
· Phase Two: The eastbound and westbound lanes on Berwick Avenue will be narrowed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street. Access to the Berwick Avenue/Hillsdale Avenue laneway will be reinstated.

PEDESTRIAN DETAILS
· The south sidewalk on Berwick Avenue will be closed between 29 Berwick Avenue and Yonge Street.
· Pedestrians will be directed to the north side of the street.
 
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