The top 10
questions that Metrolinx will be responded to at their townhall based on votes received are below. In a tweet they've also said they'll take questions from people there and the livestream.
1. USRC East Noise Mitigation
Sabina Dec 8, 2017 - 15:58
USRC East, south of Longboat Avenue, has train operations noise levels far above max recommended levels. Constant train yard and 6-9 tracks maintenance + construction work, overnight during the work week, and on weekends, on top of regular traffic, make it unbearable for residents. This construction will last 8-10 years. Metrolinx is adding a new track, just 15m from our bedrooms. When will Metrolinx finally construct a noise wall and/or provide noise-proofing of the adjacent residences?
Vote[d] for this question: 29
Down vote[d] this question: 1
[An issue that the local
neigbourhood association has been raising]
2. Limiting Track Maintenance Noise
captainbully_1379 Dec 8, 2017 - 16:46
What will Metrolinx do to mitigate track maintenance noise levels along the USRC East so that they fall within published regulations/guidelines?
Vote[d] for this question: 24
Down vote[d] this question: 1
[see No. 1]
3. Can we get a breakdown of where our fare dollars go?
ThisCrazyTrain Dec 6, 2017 - 14:25
More transparency is needed to understand just what we are paying for. Thank you.
Vote[d] for this question: 25
Down vote[d] this question: 5
4. Why is Burlington GO Station renovation entering its 6th year?
ThisCrazyTrain Dec 7, 2017 - 20:16
Renovation has stalled. No communication. Timelines not posted in timely manner. Massive station with little seating. Customers fed up with delays.
Vote for this question: 18
Down vote[d] this question: 3
5. What is Metrolinx doing to limit government interference?
rhanna_5551 Dec 6, 2017 - 14:05
Just this year it was discovered that Metrolinx had approved building Kirby GO Station, even though it had initially recommended against building it for at least another 10 years. What is Metrolinx doing to prohibit/limit government and politicians from interfering in, and rigging decisions in their favour?
Vote[d] for this question: 16
Down voted[d] this question:3
6. Promised money for local transit agencies. No longer promised.
nciv_99 Dec 7, 2017 - 09:28
The previous "The Big Move" had promised many millions of dollars to local transit agencies. Now, up to $1.3 Billion go to parking garages! Seems like Metrolinx is only interested in having its passengers drive the first or last km to/from their GO Stations/Bus Terminals. Why is this the case as there's a stronger case toward using those funds to fund local transit?
Vote[d] for this question: 11
Down vote[d] this question: 0
7. Park Lawn Station
John Dec 7, 2017 - 10:48
Given the huge condo population at Lakeshore and Park Lawn, a GO station at Park Lawn would be profitable
Vote for this question: 12
Downvote this question: 3
8. Express Tains [sic]
Young Toronto P...
Dec 7, 2017 - 17:29
Thanks to urban sprawl/pricey GTA housing, many of us are faced with lengthy commutes. What are the plans (if any) to introduce more express trains in order to get people to and from work at a faster pace?
Vote[d] for this question: 11
Down vote[d] this question: 2
9. When will Presto funds loaded online be immediately accessible?
gilbertr71_5554 Dec 6, 2017 - 15:05
Totally unacceptable that we have to wait up to 24 hours to access funds.
Vote[d] for this question: 12
Down vote[d] this question: 3
10. When will the Ontario Northlander Train be reinstated?
Andrew MacLeod Dec 7, 2017 - 09:31
Vote for this question: 12
Down vote[d] this question: 4
