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Street light replacement on St Paul St to match the ones on Bright St

From "2023 PB Cluster 6"

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This idea proposes to install Corktown-themed heritage street lamps throughout Corktown.

Transportation Services staff have reviewed and stated the project would cost $30,000 each including material and labour. For a total of 10 lamps, $300,000 will be allocated. Additional fees may apply. 

Internal ID: TS-14

*Note: Ideas that proceed to the voting stage are edited by my office to ensure they are clear, concise, and is complete with images. For accountability and transparency purposes, the original description, as input by the resident, can be found below.


Original Description:

Goal:

Being one of Toronto's oldest neighbourhoods and part of regular walking tours it would be nice to put our best foot forward and upgrade our street lights to match the ones on Bright Street. This would help to preserve and represent the character of Corktown.

Note: This is one idea which can be scoped in a range of cost brackets, with associated investments ranging from large to very significant. It is hoped that there will be ongoing dialogue with the Councillor’s office to qualify and shape this idea further as design and cost input is received from staff experts at the City, and prior to it being submitted for voting.

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Posted by:unknown author
3 years ago
You’ve brought up an interesting fact. The current heritage lights, as shown in the picture, were installed through a grant primarily for the St. Lawrence. At the time Michael Comstock (as in: Michael Comstock Pavilion at St. James Park) lived in Corktown and it was through his efforts that a few lights were extended into Corktown. Personally, I think they add character but some locals have informed me that they don’t like them. It would be great to have lighting that is unique to the area. Yes! St. Paul Street cottages are within the Corktown district.
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Posted by:Cory Lemos
3 years ago
Yes, at the time Michael Comstock lived in Corktown. Unfortunately, about 10 days ago Hydro was working on a couple of King Street lights and replaced two with the standard round encasement. This happened on King at the intersection of Trinity Street, north and south side. If this light project gets funded, it's important to know if replacements of the same type are guaranteed.
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Yes, I completely agree as St Paul Street is also in the historic area of Corktown.
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