Hickory Street Right-of-Way Re-instatement

Can you provide more detail on the planned Pedestrian Cross-Over (PXO) at the intersection of Hickory Street and Champagne Avenue please?

Thank you - M Connolley .

Hello Folks. It is such a good feeling to be able to comment in only a positive way. I love everything that you are planning here. I did notice that in one of the comments that the care and watering of the trees and plants is essential. Some years ago the city put in some sod, watered it once and it died. It is indeed hot and sunny there all day long. I am so grateful that you are putting in a crosswalk for pedestrians. It solves the 'I wonder if I will survive getting across Champagne problem'. One last suggestion: Maybe a spot for some kids to operate a lemonade stand during summer holidays would be nice. Could be profitable too. (Just kidding)

This is a great plan. Nothing negative to say at all. Creating a public space in this location is a huge improvement for the residents of the new highrises, and all existing residents of the neighbourhood.

This is such a good approach. Nothing negative to say at all.

It's great to see public space and a focus on non-motorized travel here. Strongly support!

For the public space, are the tables and chairs fixed? It would be good to consider making some tables accessible and child-friendly if so. It would also be nice to see some small fun elements (for climbing, jumping, etc.) for children included here.

I strongly support this plan for the creation of an enjoyable public space and a safe connection between Champagne Ave and the O-Train pedestrian bridge. I endorse the focus on non-motorized vehicles. Access by vehicles should be limited and carefully planned.

While I love the idea of having lots of trees planted, it is a very hot environment surrounded by concrete. Prevision must be made for the trees to be watered regular. Without this, they may not survive.

I will also mention that it is important that this be viewed entirely as public community space, rather than as an amenity for the adjacent Soho building.

Finally, I would suggest that there be a pedestrian cross walk across Champagne Avenue. The traffic on Champagne will increase as the two large buildings on the street open.

Great concept. Would like to see more delination at the intersection of Hickory and Champagne.
Possible solution could be to remove the curve in the sidewalk and have it go straight through to emphasize that it is a pedestrian area