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Pedestrian-related improvements at University and Union, Library Square

Posted: June 17th, 2015

Stauffer intersection

At the June 16, 2015 City of Kingston council meeting, a report was presented to council examining the feasibility of a pedestrian “scramble” crossing at the intersection of University Avenue and Union Street, a key crossing point at Queen’s and a gateway to campus.

Council unanimously approved the installation of the scramble, and the changes are targeted to be in place for September. The planned improvements at the Library Square intersection include audible signals, a right-turn-on red ban and thermoplastic “brick pavers” crosswalk markings. These changes prioritize pedestrian movement, accessibility and safety at the intersection.