Traffic Calming of Carlton Road (between Kennedy Road and McCowan Road)

Concerns Regarding Traffic Calming Proposals for Carlton Road, Markham.

Dear Fellow Residents, I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the proposed traffic calming measures for Carlton Road, specifically the plans to reduce lanes from 4 to 2 and introduce bike lanes between Kennedy Road and McCowan Road. While I understand the importance of enhancing safety on our roads, I believe these options may exacerbate existing traffic issues rather than alleviate them. Reducing the lanes and adding bike lanes could potentially worsen congestion on Carlton Road, particularly during peak hours and times of increased traffic flow. This could lead to frustration among commuters and encourage reckless driving behaviors as motorists attempt to navigate through limited space. Moreover, I am concerned about the implications of such changes on emergency vehicle response times. Carlton Road serves as a crucial artery for our neighborhood, and any measures that impede the flow of traffic could have serious consequences for public safety. In cases of accidents or road closures on major routes like Kennedy or McCowan, diverting traffic onto Carlton Road could create gridlock and hinder the ability of emergency services to reach those in need in a timely manner. Instead of reducing lanes and adding bike lanes, I propose exploring alternative solutions that prioritize both safety and traffic flow. Some potential alternatives include: 1. Implementing smart traffic signal systems to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion. 2. Increasing police presence and enforcement of speed limits to deter reckless driving behaviors and speed cameras. 3. Enhancing pedestrian crossings and school zone safety measures without compromising road capacity similar to the ones recently installed on Copper Creek Road near 9th Line. I urge the city council and relevant authorities to consider these alternative solutions and engage with the community to find a balanced approach that addresses safety concerns without unduly burdening residents with traffic congestion. Thank you for considering my perspective on this important issue. Together, we can work towards solutions that benefit our entire community.

STOP INCREASING POPULATIONS IN MARKHAM SO NO TRAFFIC CLAMING IS NEEDED - SOLVE THE CORE ISSUE ON HWY 7 AND 16TH

Adding traffic signal at Central Park and Carlton will only divert traffic to Manhattan Dr. Solve your core traffic issues "Hwy 7 and 16th congestion first", will take traffic away from Carlton Road. You can add a traffic signal at ever intersection but will not make our road safety.

Horrible idea. Will create major traffic and congestion

There is already tons of traffic and congestion along the stretch of the road during school rush hours making it difficult for individuals travelling through that area. There are not many exits for connecting neighborhoods to other major streets so further reducing lanes will just exacerbate the problem. Busses also run along Carlton and will cause further congestion should cars be unable to pass during each stop.

Tree trimming near intersections

Trees currently obstruct visibility of the stop sign at the first intersection west of McCowan (the one getting the light). Ensuring the trees do not block the signs/signals is critical. I have seen many cars drive right through that intersection with no recognition there was a stop sign. These vehicles always stop at the next sign because they can see it.

How is YRT being accommodated by this plan.

I'm not sure how YRT is being impacted. Is the bus being routed off to another road? Are bus stop pull-off spots being planned so traffic can continue as currently or is the plan to block the traffic while bus is stopped?

Reducing speed and lanes are bad ideas

Current vehicle posted speed at 40/KM is the minimum driving speed in my opinion. Due to growing population in this neighbourhood, reducing speed and lanes on Carlton Road is a ridiculous idea for calming traffic. By doing that, it will slow down the traffic instead of increasing safety. Adding stop signs and/or traffic lights signals are better solutions.

please add a stop sign in front of quantztown park

there should always be safe and easy access to parks

Please install a stop sign in front of the Quantztown park (the intersection of Fawnbrook Circle and Carlton).

This will not only provide a safer access to the Quantztown park but also a safer area for the school buses that pick up and drop off school aged kids daily on Carlton road at this intersection. I have seen so many times the incoming vehicles ignore the school bus's stop signal and rush through the intersection while the kids are getting off from the school bus and crossing Carlton road.

Putting traffic lights cause greater danger to the community as cars will not reduce speed while passing the intersection.

OBJECTION! Reducing 4 lanes to 2 lanes in Carlton will only make traffic worse!

Carlton road already suffered huge traffic burden, especially during rush hours - specifically around 8am / 3pm when the Markville Secondary School opens/closes in weekdays. Reducing 4 lanes to 2 lanes will only make it even worse!!! More students will be late to school due to traffic around the school corner, just imagine how frustrating it will be for young kids and parents! The "No-turning-right signal" at carlton/mccowan slows traffic. ---- Is it possible to limit the time slots for "No-turning-right signal" to some specific slots, e.g., around 8am/3pm/5pm only? The crossroad at Carlton/Kennedy hardly has any walking passenger, the "No-turning-right signal" hugely slows traffic in Kennedy, which does not allow vehicles flowing into Carlton road and ends up with more serious traffic in Kennedy road. Highly recommend remove this "No-turning-right signal". Please put more focus on expanding the road efficiency on Kennedy and McCowan, instead of make traffic worse by reducing Carlton.