(from the article Steeltown Posted in 'one-way streets')
Gore Park
It's still up for discussion what parts of King Street East would be closed to make a pedestrian-friendly area around Gore Park. This city is seeking input on how large that area should be and how the space should be structured. Here's a look at the three concepts the city is seeking input on tonight.
Pedestrian mall: Vehicles would be prohibited from the street. Opportunities for delivery vehicles at designated times, transit and cycling would all be considered.
Shared space: Pedestrians and vehicles would share the space, with those on foot taking priority. There would be no boundaries, like hard curbs, to separate traffic and pedestrians, and a lesser priority would be placed on signs and lights to direct traffic. Rather, the concept relies heavily on person-to-person signals to navigate the road. City staff cite Hess Street between King and Main streets and university campuses as an example of the concept.
Pedestrian Sundays: Part of the street would be closed for a designated time and open to pedestrians only. City staff say the concept is already used in several cities, including Buffalo, Toronto and Vancouver.
Which way is the best way?
The two sides of the two-way conversion argument: Pros: * Two-way traffic offers increased access to neighbourhoods and shops * Makes the area more pedestrian-friendly by slowing traffic down * It's easier to navigate Cons: * The one-way system has been working for more than 50 years * Conversion is an unnecessary expense when council is pinched for cash * One-way traffic moves faster
http://thespec.com/News/Local/article/341323