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Kortright Road East Traffic Calming

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Consultation has concluded

Kortright Road East traffic calming background

Last year, temporary traffic calming measures were installed along Kortright Road East in line with the City’s Traffic Calming Policy. We installed temporary measures first to evaluate how well they work before permanent measures are installed.

Based on traffic data we collected the traffic calming plan for 2023 will be adjusted based on the data from fall 2022, community feedback and staff observations.

How to Participate

We’re holding an open house to share the modified plan with residents of Kortright Road East.

In person open house

Monday March 06th, 2023 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Ecole Arbour Vista Public School. You are invited to attend this drop-in style open house to:

  • Learn about Vision Zero and the traffic calming process in Guelph
  • Meet the project team
  • Ask questions

Online

Review the presentation and traffic calming plan map. Ask any questions below.

Kortright Road East traffic calming background

Last year, temporary traffic calming measures were installed along Kortright Road East in line with the City’s Traffic Calming Policy. We installed temporary measures first to evaluate how well they work before permanent measures are installed.

Based on traffic data we collected the traffic calming plan for 2023 will be adjusted based on the data from fall 2022, community feedback and staff observations.

How to Participate

We’re holding an open house to share the modified plan with residents of Kortright Road East.

In person open house

Monday March 06th, 2023 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Ecole Arbour Vista Public School. You are invited to attend this drop-in style open house to:

  • Learn about Vision Zero and the traffic calming process in Guelph
  • Meet the project team
  • Ask questions

Online

Review the presentation and traffic calming plan map. Ask any questions below.

Consultation has concluded

Do you have questions about the proposed traffic calming measure on Kortright Road East? Ask us here. We will do our best to answer your question in 3 business days. 

  • Share Traffic calming is to be considered when residents complain. How many people requested a traffic calming action? What is the cost of this specific study? on Facebook Share Traffic calming is to be considered when residents complain. How many people requested a traffic calming action? What is the cost of this specific study? on Twitter Share Traffic calming is to be considered when residents complain. How many people requested a traffic calming action? What is the cost of this specific study? on Linkedin Email Traffic calming is to be considered when residents complain. How many people requested a traffic calming action? What is the cost of this specific study? link

    Traffic calming is to be considered when residents complain. How many people requested a traffic calming action? What is the cost of this specific study?

    Bob.armstrong1 asked over 1 year ago

    When there is any resident concern for speed management, we verify and assess the claim through data collection and research before initiating any traffic calming measures. As recent as January, Guelph became a Vision Zero community which shifted our scope from traditional roadway safety measures to a more elevated strategy that aims to prevent serious injuries and fatalities. The final cost of this project has not yet been confirmed, however, historically improvements such as these fall well within the road safety budget approved by city council.

  • Share Yes Why is there next to NO speed limit signs posted on Kortright from Hey 6 to Gordon I see 1 at hwy 6. Then that’s it on Facebook Share Yes Why is there next to NO speed limit signs posted on Kortright from Hey 6 to Gordon I see 1 at hwy 6. Then that’s it on Twitter Share Yes Why is there next to NO speed limit signs posted on Kortright from Hey 6 to Gordon I see 1 at hwy 6. Then that’s it on Linkedin Email Yes Why is there next to NO speed limit signs posted on Kortright from Hey 6 to Gordon I see 1 at hwy 6. Then that’s it link

    Yes Why is there next to NO speed limit signs posted on Kortright from Hey 6 to Gordon I see 1 at hwy 6. Then that’s it

    Mike Kurnik asked over 1 year ago

    Hello Mike, The City of Guelph refer to the Ontario Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) to review the need for traffic control devices on City's Roadways. As per HTA, default regulatory speed limit within local municipality or built-up area is 50 km/h. For this reason, no additional speed limit signs are provided on Kortright Road West. 

  • Share This request was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Please provide speed data for Kortright Road East prior to implementation of temporary traffic calming measures in 2022 and during the traffic calming measures were implemented. on Facebook Share This request was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Please provide speed data for Kortright Road East prior to implementation of temporary traffic calming measures in 2022 and during the traffic calming measures were implemented. on Twitter Share This request was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Please provide speed data for Kortright Road East prior to implementation of temporary traffic calming measures in 2022 and during the traffic calming measures were implemented. on Linkedin Email This request was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Please provide speed data for Kortright Road East prior to implementation of temporary traffic calming measures in 2022 and during the traffic calming measures were implemented. link

    This request was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Please provide speed data for Kortright Road East prior to implementation of temporary traffic calming measures in 2022 and during the traffic calming measures were implemented.

    almost 2 years ago

    Based on traffic data that was collected on Kortright Road East prior to year 2022, average speed for the roadways was 56 km/h. In 2022, traffic data was collected while the traffic calming measures were in place. During this time we saw on average 9 km/h reduction in speed on Kortright Road East.  

  • Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why not install all-way stop’s and speeding enforcement camera’s along Kortright Road East to solve all the speeding issues on Facebook Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why not install all-way stop’s and speeding enforcement camera’s along Kortright Road East to solve all the speeding issues on Twitter Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why not install all-way stop’s and speeding enforcement camera’s along Kortright Road East to solve all the speeding issues on Linkedin Email This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why not install all-way stop’s and speeding enforcement camera’s along Kortright Road East to solve all the speeding issues link

    This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why not install all-way stop’s and speeding enforcement camera’s along Kortright Road East to solve all the speeding issues

    almost 2 years ago

    The City of Guelph utilizes Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) an industry standard to review the need for traffic control devices. Transportation Engineering staff reviewed the feasibility of installing all-way stop control along Kortright Road East. Based on the provincial warrants, only Kortright Road east at Sweeney Drive met the warrant criteria. 

    As part of the Community Road Safety Strategy, The City is working towards installing Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) camera’s later this year. As per provincial regulations, ASE will only be installed within community safety zones (i.e. School zones). For this reason, Speed cameras will not be installed on Kortright Road East.

  • Share Living on Kortright road I found that the speed humps provided last year as well as the road narrowing techniques used made it more difficult to enter the roadway as instead of a consistent speed of oncoming traffic, it was varying speeds. (some travelling near 40, others travelling in excess of 80 km/h). The additional speed humps may slow down traffic, however my observation was that the majority of traffic was travelling at full speed within one or two houses. Additionally I noticed a lot more traffic travelling up Kaitlyn and out through Lorna and Hands. Some additional ideas to improve the design: - no turns off of Kortright onto Kaitlyn. Right turn only off of Kaitlyn - Separated bike lane in both directions along westbound lane (like what is in front of Mc Donalds on Gordon) forcing all parking to be on eastbound side. - instruct city employees when driving city vehicles to not short-cut through the neighbourhood and instead to use Gordon/Stone/Victoria to reduce traffic. Simillarly we need to work with the School bus company to avoid the area. In addition, there needs to be a review of the subdivision plans for the development south of Kortright to be able to allow the neighbourhoods direct access to Gordon/Arkell roads. There is a significant high density development planned for the corner of MacAlister and Victoria. How are we going to encourage those residents to use Victoria and not cut through the neighbourhood? on Facebook Share Living on Kortright road I found that the speed humps provided last year as well as the road narrowing techniques used made it more difficult to enter the roadway as instead of a consistent speed of oncoming traffic, it was varying speeds. (some travelling near 40, others travelling in excess of 80 km/h). The additional speed humps may slow down traffic, however my observation was that the majority of traffic was travelling at full speed within one or two houses. Additionally I noticed a lot more traffic travelling up Kaitlyn and out through Lorna and Hands. Some additional ideas to improve the design: - no turns off of Kortright onto Kaitlyn. Right turn only off of Kaitlyn - Separated bike lane in both directions along westbound lane (like what is in front of Mc Donalds on Gordon) forcing all parking to be on eastbound side. - instruct city employees when driving city vehicles to not short-cut through the neighbourhood and instead to use Gordon/Stone/Victoria to reduce traffic. Simillarly we need to work with the School bus company to avoid the area. In addition, there needs to be a review of the subdivision plans for the development south of Kortright to be able to allow the neighbourhoods direct access to Gordon/Arkell roads. There is a significant high density development planned for the corner of MacAlister and Victoria. How are we going to encourage those residents to use Victoria and not cut through the neighbourhood? on Twitter Share Living on Kortright road I found that the speed humps provided last year as well as the road narrowing techniques used made it more difficult to enter the roadway as instead of a consistent speed of oncoming traffic, it was varying speeds. (some travelling near 40, others travelling in excess of 80 km/h). The additional speed humps may slow down traffic, however my observation was that the majority of traffic was travelling at full speed within one or two houses. Additionally I noticed a lot more traffic travelling up Kaitlyn and out through Lorna and Hands. Some additional ideas to improve the design: - no turns off of Kortright onto Kaitlyn. Right turn only off of Kaitlyn - Separated bike lane in both directions along westbound lane (like what is in front of Mc Donalds on Gordon) forcing all parking to be on eastbound side. - instruct city employees when driving city vehicles to not short-cut through the neighbourhood and instead to use Gordon/Stone/Victoria to reduce traffic. Simillarly we need to work with the School bus company to avoid the area. In addition, there needs to be a review of the subdivision plans for the development south of Kortright to be able to allow the neighbourhoods direct access to Gordon/Arkell roads. There is a significant high density development planned for the corner of MacAlister and Victoria. How are we going to encourage those residents to use Victoria and not cut through the neighbourhood? on Linkedin Email Living on Kortright road I found that the speed humps provided last year as well as the road narrowing techniques used made it more difficult to enter the roadway as instead of a consistent speed of oncoming traffic, it was varying speeds. (some travelling near 40, others travelling in excess of 80 km/h). The additional speed humps may slow down traffic, however my observation was that the majority of traffic was travelling at full speed within one or two houses. Additionally I noticed a lot more traffic travelling up Kaitlyn and out through Lorna and Hands. Some additional ideas to improve the design: - no turns off of Kortright onto Kaitlyn. Right turn only off of Kaitlyn - Separated bike lane in both directions along westbound lane (like what is in front of Mc Donalds on Gordon) forcing all parking to be on eastbound side. - instruct city employees when driving city vehicles to not short-cut through the neighbourhood and instead to use Gordon/Stone/Victoria to reduce traffic. Simillarly we need to work with the School bus company to avoid the area. In addition, there needs to be a review of the subdivision plans for the development south of Kortright to be able to allow the neighbourhoods direct access to Gordon/Arkell roads. There is a significant high density development planned for the corner of MacAlister and Victoria. How are we going to encourage those residents to use Victoria and not cut through the neighbourhood? link

    Living on Kortright road I found that the speed humps provided last year as well as the road narrowing techniques used made it more difficult to enter the roadway as instead of a consistent speed of oncoming traffic, it was varying speeds. (some travelling near 40, others travelling in excess of 80 km/h). The additional speed humps may slow down traffic, however my observation was that the majority of traffic was travelling at full speed within one or two houses. Additionally I noticed a lot more traffic travelling up Kaitlyn and out through Lorna and Hands. Some additional ideas to improve the design: - no turns off of Kortright onto Kaitlyn. Right turn only off of Kaitlyn - Separated bike lane in both directions along westbound lane (like what is in front of Mc Donalds on Gordon) forcing all parking to be on eastbound side. - instruct city employees when driving city vehicles to not short-cut through the neighbourhood and instead to use Gordon/Stone/Victoria to reduce traffic. Simillarly we need to work with the School bus company to avoid the area. In addition, there needs to be a review of the subdivision plans for the development south of Kortright to be able to allow the neighbourhoods direct access to Gordon/Arkell roads. There is a significant high density development planned for the corner of MacAlister and Victoria. How are we going to encourage those residents to use Victoria and not cut through the neighbourhood?

    kevin asked almost 2 years ago

    Hello Kevin, Thank you for your feedback. Staff anticipate the improved traffic calming proposal for Kortright Road East will address your concerns. 

    As part of the evaluation process, traffic data will be collected on adjacent street to determine how traffic patterns have been affected by the traffic calming devices. Thank you for your recommendations to traffic on adjacent roadway. The City will evaluate the traffic data and will consider improvements to adjacent roadways. 

  • Share Is anything being done to address the community's safety concerns re: the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone, and the proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox? - both of which are preceded by blind curves. Many people have had near pedestrian / vehicle collisions at the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone due to the blind curve and ineffective lighting. The proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox will be even more dangerous. on Facebook Share Is anything being done to address the community's safety concerns re: the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone, and the proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox? - both of which are preceded by blind curves. Many people have had near pedestrian / vehicle collisions at the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone due to the blind curve and ineffective lighting. The proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox will be even more dangerous. on Twitter Share Is anything being done to address the community's safety concerns re: the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone, and the proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox? - both of which are preceded by blind curves. Many people have had near pedestrian / vehicle collisions at the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone due to the blind curve and ineffective lighting. The proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox will be even more dangerous. on Linkedin Email Is anything being done to address the community's safety concerns re: the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone, and the proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox? - both of which are preceded by blind curves. Many people have had near pedestrian / vehicle collisions at the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone due to the blind curve and ineffective lighting. The proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox will be even more dangerous. link

    Is anything being done to address the community's safety concerns re: the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone, and the proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox? - both of which are preceded by blind curves. Many people have had near pedestrian / vehicle collisions at the existing crosswalk at Kortright and Fieldstone due to the blind curve and ineffective lighting. The proposed crosswalk at Kortright and Cox will be even more dangerous.

    jnewsom asked almost 2 years ago

    Transportation Engineering staff will be conducting field review to verify sight line concerns that were raised during the open house. Upon field review, City to consider improvements for any sight line constrains.

  • Share This question was originally asked at the open house on March 6. Why wasn't Zaduk Place traffic data utilized to design more effective traffic calming design for Kortright Road East? on Facebook Share This question was originally asked at the open house on March 6. Why wasn't Zaduk Place traffic data utilized to design more effective traffic calming design for Kortright Road East? on Twitter Share This question was originally asked at the open house on March 6. Why wasn't Zaduk Place traffic data utilized to design more effective traffic calming design for Kortright Road East? on Linkedin Email This question was originally asked at the open house on March 6. Why wasn't Zaduk Place traffic data utilized to design more effective traffic calming design for Kortright Road East? link

    This question was originally asked at the open house on March 6. Why wasn't Zaduk Place traffic data utilized to design more effective traffic calming design for Kortright Road East?

    almost 2 years ago

    Transportation Engineering staff utilizes Council approved Traffic Calming Policy to review, design and implement traffic calming measures on City's roadways. Kortright Road East traffic calming measures are proposed in accordance with the City's Traffic Calming Policy. 

  • Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. What is the purpose of the open house? on Facebook Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. What is the purpose of the open house? on Twitter Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. What is the purpose of the open house? on Linkedin Email This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. What is the purpose of the open house? link

    This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. What is the purpose of the open house?

    almost 2 years ago

    Open house was conducted for following reasons:

    • To learn about Vision Zero and the traffic calming process. 
    • To learn about revised traffic calming plan for Kortright Road East.
    • Meeting the project team and ask questions.
  • Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why don't Guelph Police Services provide enforcement along Kortright Road East? on Facebook Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why don't Guelph Police Services provide enforcement along Kortright Road East? on Twitter Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why don't Guelph Police Services provide enforcement along Kortright Road East? on Linkedin Email This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why don't Guelph Police Services provide enforcement along Kortright Road East? link

    This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. Why don't Guelph Police Services provide enforcement along Kortright Road East?

    almost 2 years ago

    The Resident may reach out to Guelph Police Services for enforcement. Police services will provide enforcement as their resources permit. Request for enforcement can be made via:

    https://www.guelphpolice.ca/en/reporting/non-emergency-reporting.aspx

  • Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. With the proposed measures traffic will use adjacent roadways to avoid Kortright Road East. What measure will the City take to address speeding and volume on adjacent roadways? on Facebook Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. With the proposed measures traffic will use adjacent roadways to avoid Kortright Road East. What measure will the City take to address speeding and volume on adjacent roadways? on Twitter Share This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. With the proposed measures traffic will use adjacent roadways to avoid Kortright Road East. What measure will the City take to address speeding and volume on adjacent roadways? on Linkedin Email This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. With the proposed measures traffic will use adjacent roadways to avoid Kortright Road East. What measure will the City take to address speeding and volume on adjacent roadways? link

    This question was originally asked at the March 6 open house. With the proposed measures traffic will use adjacent roadways to avoid Kortright Road East. What measure will the City take to address speeding and volume on adjacent roadways?

    almost 2 years ago

    As part of the evaluation process, traffic data will be collected on adjacent street to determine how traffic patterns have been affected by the traffic calming devices. Based on the results of the evaluation, City will consider improvements to adjacent roadways.