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Highlights of the final design of Hwy 15 and Gore Rd intersection prioritizes:

  • Increasing pedestrian facilities with the addition of sidewalks and pedestrian refuge areas at all four corners of the intersection
  • Making it safer for cyclists with the creation of off-road cycling facilities and cross rides so cyclists can move through the intersection easier
  • Providing more travel options by building a multi-use pathway for multi-modal users on both Gore Rd and Hwy 15
  • Expanding transit infrastructure in all directions by allowing for transit queue-hopping and providing bus stops at the intersection in all directions for future service
  • Supporting various methods of commuting around Kingston that encourage sustainable transportation



Slide 1

Slide describing Hwy 15 & Gore Rd. intersection final design that reads: Overview In September 2019, the Third Crossing project team provided a draft concept design of Hwy 15 & Gore Rd intersection based upon preliminary work on the Highway 15 Class EA. Since then, there have been City-wide decisions based on global and municipal interests which have influenced the final design. These are: 1. City of Kingston Council approves a Climate emergency declaration 2. Council strategic priorities for transportation which means a greater focus on: • Sustainable transportation system for active transportation for cyclists, pedestrians and other multi-modal users • Support for transit service and ridership growth • Considerations for express transit service and ridership growth As a result, the final design improvements for Hwy 15 & Gore Rd intersection prioritizes: • safety for pedestrians and cyclists by focusing on active transportation and future connectivity • focuses on transit infrastructure by creating opportunities for enhanced transit service • improves connectivity for multi-modal uses • expanding transit and improved alternatives for active transportation movement at the intersection The Highway 15 Class EA This engagement is not about the Hwy 15 Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) that looked at the current and future transportation needs of pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and motorists. For information about the Hwy 15 road corridor, visit the Highway 15 project page at CityofKingston.ca/city-hall/projects-construction/highway-15/updates


Slide 2

Table of the design changes to Hwy 15 and Gore Rd intersection design to show how the design will affect pedestrians, cyclists, transit and motor vehicles.


Slide 3

Aerial photo of the existing hwy 15 and gore rd intersection.


Slide 4

Aerial view of the hwy 15 and gore road intersection showing the draft concept as of September 2019, highlighting where the roadway, multi-use trails, bus stop, sidewalk and bike lane will be located using a legend.


Slide 5

Aerial view of gore road and highway 15 showing the final design as of June 2020 highlighting the location of roadways, sidewalks, multi-use trails, cycle facilities, and bus stops using a legend.


Slide 6


Illustration showing the users view of the roadway and active transportation on gore road west and highway 15.


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