Part 2: Parking Access, Speeding Concerns, and Traffic Planning –05/29/2024
- PECConnect
- May 29, 2024
- 3 min read
Carl Satarsky spoke as a business owner and resident, explaining that parking turnover is broken. He said customers are leaving because they cannot park close enough for short visits, especially seniors visiting the pharmacy. He formally asked for three 15-minute parking spots in front of 219 and 211 Main Street and a broader review of short-term parking.
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Kimberly Laird, a bank manager, backed this up, saying older clients struggle to access services and that parking is already full early in the morning.
Councillor Prinsen, Councillor Maynard, and others asked questions about enforcement, fairness, and how meters currently work. There was clear agreement that this is a real problem.
The committee voted to receive the deputations and referred the request to staff to explore options for 15-minute parking. This affects locals by starting a formal review that could improve short visits, accessibility, and business health on Main Street.
Union Road speeding
Pam Belli presented detailed speed data showing dangerous driving levels on Union Road. She argued that past measures failed and called for a Community Safety Zone and photo radar.
Sam Grosso strongly supported the request, saying residents have waited years and safety risks continue.
David MacPherson confirmed seasonal speed humps are being installed and that data will be collected afterward.
The committee received the comments, acknowledged the urgency, but did not vote on safety zone designation at this meeting. For locals, this means the issue stays active, data is being gathered, and further enforcement tools remain on the table.
Demorestville event safety
Sam Grosso raised concerns about a popular charity event where children and families gather along a fast road. He requested temporary safety measures, not permanent changes.
Staff confirmed temporary signs and warning boards are possible.
The committee voted to refer the request to the Director of Operations for staff recommendations. This affects locals by improving short-term safety during high-risk seasonal events.
Delhi Park active transportation plan
Ashley Stewart presented the project background, funding source, and public consultation. She emphasized accessibility gaps and how the plan fixes them.
Victoria Taylor explained the design, showing fully accessible primary routes, nature-focused materials, lighting, seating, and year-round use.
Councillor Maynard raised serious concerns about cost, maintenance, and priorities, saying she could not support endorsing the plan at this time.
Despite that, the committee voted to endorse the Delhi Park plan, with Kevin Morris moving and Shadi seconding. This affects locals by formally supporting a long-term accessibility and active transportation vision, even though construction is not immediate.
Traffic calming policy work
Kevin Morris presented research on other municipalities and explained how a standardized policy could work.
Councillor Prinzen supported the idea but wanted clarity on the committee’s role.
Councillor Maynard strongly supported creating a policy to reduce one-off requests and staff burden.
Troy Gilmour and David MacPherson said staff support the idea but need to review workload impacts and learn from other municipalities first.
The committee voted to receive the discussion, with members agreeing to continue working with staff between meetings. For residents, this means future traffic complaints may be handled more fairly, more clearly, and more efficiently.
Final decisions
The committee approved multiple motions, received all deputations and comments, endorsed the Delhi Park plan, referred safety requests to staff, and confirmed continued work on traffic calming policies.
Overall, the meeting focused heavily on real-world safety, accessibility, and day-to-day usability of roads and public spaces, with clear impacts for seniors, families, businesses, and neighbourhoods across the county.
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