Charles St GRT terminal redevelopment

[tomh009]

When we did the drive-through test in October, many/most people were shutting off their engines while waiting in line. Probably less so now, though, given the outside temperatures.

[danbrotherston]

When we did the drive-through test in October, many/most people were shutting off their engines while waiting in line. Probably less so now, though, given the outside temperatures.

Yeah, I mean, I can see which ones are at least, not in drive (given brake lights), and most vehicles are in drive.

I imagine the weather is a big deal.

[tomh009]

I would have had my car's engine off but still a foot on the brake pedal (manual gearbox ...) so the brake lights would have been on. Mind you, most people do drive automatics ...

[danbrotherston]

I would have had my car's engine off but still a foot on the brake pedal (manual gearbox ...) so the brake lights would have been on. Mind you, most people do drive automatics ...

Fair enough, I am assuming an automatic.

[Acitta]

Here's a photo. The lineup has grown some, it is now about 2.5 aisles long, but still not exceeding capacity, which is good.

The GO Bus is stopping in the same place as before, you get to wait by the sign. Honestly, in some ways, it's an improvement, since there is no longer any parked cars in the Bus Stop. On the other hand you get to breath in the exhaust from 20-30 idling cars.

They moved the GO Bus stop onto Joseph St.

[Rainrider22]

Does it work ok there for you ?

[robdrimmie]

If a person has a vehicle, would using transit to get tested meet the threshold for essential trip? Does that threshold change as we move between zones?

[danbrotherston]

If a person has a vehicle, would using transit to get tested meet the threshold for essential trip? Does that threshold change as we move between zones?

I don't think there has ever been a specific definition of "essential trip".

A person who needs a test, obviously would qualify as an essential trip. But it would also be reasonable for that person to drive instead.

[Acitta]

Does it work ok there for you ?

It is not a problem. It is probably a better location. They only pick up 1 or 2 people there anyhow.

[KevinL]

Yeah, I think the King/Victoria stop is more popular because it has easier access to both directions of Ion.

[Coke6pk]

I don't understand why all of these people don't take public transit. There is an ION stop right there. People are selfish.

So if you have no chance of having COVID, you shouldn't be going to a testing centre.

If you do have a chance of being exposed to the virus, why (if there are alternatives) would you get into an enclosed area with a group of others to possibly contaminate [and add the problems with contact tracing after the fact].  I'd say that would be selfish.

I just got back from an International trip, and will be getting tested next week [I am exempt from the quarantine before you jump down my throat for leaving the house].  I will travel alone in my car to the testing to avoid any possible contact with others.  I think that's the opposite of selfish.

Coke

(I also drive a Prius... so I won't be idling either)

[Acitta]

Public consultation on future of old Kitchener bus terminal starts this fall

[Chris]

Public consultation on future of old Kitchener bus terminal starts this fall

It would be great to see the park extended but I don't think that will ever happen.

[catarctica]

I hope they will turn the area into public housing with groceries and local shops. One can certainly dream :,)

[panamaniac]

I could see public and/or “affordable” rental housing being incorporated into the redevelopment of the block to some extent, but I’ll be surprised if most of it isn’t market freehold or rental apartments. Perhaps a small office tower? Not sure what might work in terms of public amenities - how about an indoor swimming pool? A very small concert or multipurpose hall? A new home for KWAG? There may be a temptation to try to squeeze too much into it.