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Manchester Road Traffic Calming Review

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This project is now complete. Please note that no final survey will be administered. In summer 2024, it was determined by Council that we will no longer implement safety improvements through a formal traffic calming program. We have moved to a hot spot improvement model instead. For more information, please visit kitchener.ca/TrafficCalming. 


An image showing study area along Manchester Road and properties that may be affected.


Traffic calming helps reduces the negative effects of traffic on neighborhood streets, communities, and public facilities like parks and schools.


We use traffic calming techniques when we cannot address concerns like these any other way:

  • Speeding
  • Collisions
  • Through traffic issues
  • Pedestrian safety
  • General traffic issues

City Council approved Manchester Road to be considered for traffic calming. Their decision was based on complaints, our review of traffic issues on Manchester Road, traffic data, and a comparison with other roadways. Before considering traffic calming measures, we will do a review. This review includes extensive public engagement. We will share information through a public meeting, called a Public Information Center (PIC). We will also assess different alternatives, based on social, economic, and environmental effects.

Above is a map of the study area we will review. This includes addresses on Manchester Road and other properties that may be affected.

Looking for more information?

Please read the Traffic Calming Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section below. It describes the traffic calming process and different types of traffic calming measures.

For more information about traffic conditions on Manchester Road, please refer to the documents section.

For examples of traffic calming measures on other roadways in Kitchener, please refer to the documents section.

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An image showing study area along Manchester Road and properties that may be affected.


Traffic calming helps reduces the negative effects of traffic on neighborhood streets, communities, and public facilities like parks and schools.


We use traffic calming techniques when we cannot address concerns like these any other way:

  • Speeding
  • Collisions
  • Through traffic issues
  • Pedestrian safety
  • General traffic issues

City Council approved Manchester Road to be considered for traffic calming. Their decision was based on complaints, our review of traffic issues on Manchester Road, traffic data, and a comparison with other roadways. Before considering traffic calming measures, we will do a review. This review includes extensive public engagement. We will share information through a public meeting, called a Public Information Center (PIC). We will also assess different alternatives, based on social, economic, and environmental effects.

Above is a map of the study area we will review. This includes addresses on Manchester Road and other properties that may be affected.

Looking for more information?

Please read the Traffic Calming Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section below. It describes the traffic calming process and different types of traffic calming measures.

For more information about traffic conditions on Manchester Road, please refer to the documents section.

For examples of traffic calming measures on other roadways in Kitchener, please refer to the documents section.

Remember to subscribe for updates by clicking the ‘Subscribe’ button.

This project is now complete. Please note that no final survey will be administered. In summer 2024, it was determined by Council that we will no longer implement safety improvements through a formal traffic calming program. We have moved to a hot spot improvement model instead. For more information, please visit kitchener.ca/TrafficCalming. 


  • Manchester Road traffic calming measures installed

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    The traffic calming measures were installed on Manchester Road this past fall. With construction completed, staff will now monitor the new traffic calming measures and collect updated traffic data. Residents will have the opportunity to share feedback through a with a final survey on this page. To be notified when that survey is available, please subscribe for email updates. Add your email to the Stay Informed box on this page, then click 'Subscribe'.

  • Council gives go ahead for traffic calming measures

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    After extensive consultation with residents of Manchester Road, Council has directed staff to implement traffic calming measures. The measures are expected to help reduce automobile speeds and improve safety for street users. Speed humps proposed for the road will be installed after 92 per cent of respondents to a neighbourhood survey agreed with the recommended plan. The cost of the project is estimated at $30,000. Read the report.

  • June 5 report to be presented to Council

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    Thank you to all who took the time to respond to the final survey for the Manchester Road traffic calming survey!

    Please be advised that staff report “DSD-2023-209 – Manchester Road Traffic Calming Review” will be presented to the Community and Infrastructure Services Committee on:

    • Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
    • Time: To be determined
    • Location: Council Chambers – Hybrid meeting
    • Address: City Hall (200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7)

    To see the agenda and report once available, visit calendar.kitchener.ca/council

    Staff report DSD-2023-209 will summarize the results of the Manchester Road Traffic Calming Review. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Steven Ryder at 519-741-2200 ext 7152 or by email Steven.Ryder@kitchener.ca.

    How to delegate

    Council and Committees of Council are now being offered in a hybrid format and welcome delegate participation either in-person or electronically. Those people interested in participating in this meeting can register online using the delegation registration form at www.kitchener.ca/delegation or via email at delegation@kitchener.ca.

    For in-person delegations, registration can be facilitated until the start of the meeting. For those who are interested in participating electronically, registration will be required two (2) hours prior to the scheduled start of the meeting. The meeting live-stream and archived videos are available at www.kitchener.ca/watchnow.

  • Final Survey is active!

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    Transportation Services has assessed the existing traffic conditions along Manchester Road and developed and evaluated alternative solutions in order to address resident concerns. A draft version of the preferred traffic calming plan was presented to area residents through a virtual public information centre held on February 1, 2023. Based on feedback from residents, the draft preferred plan has been finalized.

    The preferred alternative will include the following measures:

    1. A speed hump located between #144 and #150 Manchester Rd
    2. A speed hump located at the intersection of Wedgewood Drive
    3. A speed hump located between #262 and #268 Manchester Rd
    4. A speed hump located between #336 and #364 Manchester Rd
    5. A speed hump located between #424 and #430 Manchester Rd

    Proposed Manchester Road Traffic Calming Plan

    To indicate your support or opposition to the proposed traffic calming plan, please complete our final survey. We require that 50% of residents respond, with 60% in support of the preferred plan before work can proceed. Please note that each address will only have one vote. All directly affected residents of Manchester Road, as well as neighbouring roadways, are eligible to take part in this survey.

    To request a paper copy of the survey, please contact Steven Ryder at 519-741-2200 ext 7152 or by email Steven.Ryder@kitchener.ca

  • Resident feedback form now open!

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.


    Thank you to all neighborhood residents who were able to attend the virtual Public Information Centre on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. We hope that it was informative for everyone and that we were able to answer and respond to all of your questions and concerns.

    The feedback form for residents to comment on the preferred design alternative for the Manchester Road traffic calming plan is now available. It will be open to residents until March 1, 2023.

    If you were unable to attend the meeting and would like to view a copy of the presentation, it can be found in the Documents widget on the main page.

    If you have any questions and concerns, please feel free to email me directly at anjul.chauhan@kitchener.ca or give me a call at (519) 741 2200 ex. 7374.

    Thank you,

    Anjul Chauhan

  • Feb. 1 Information Session

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.


    Join us on Zoom at: https://kitchener-ca.zoom.us/j/86320592743


    On June 13th, 2022, the Community and Infrastructure Services Committee approved a recommendation for a formal traffic calming review of Manchester Road, which was ratified by Council in June 2022. As part of the Traffic Calming Policy, we require a minimum of 25% community support before a formal traffic calming review can be initiated. Residents directly affected by the traffic calming review were surveyed in fall 2022 and the minimum support was achieved to initiate the review.


    The purpose of the review is to address traffic issues and concerns on along Manchester Road. Based on a comprehensive review and input received from residents through the initiation survey, we have evaluated traffic calming measures and developed a draft preferred traffic calming plan.


    To obtain your feedback on the draft plan, there will be a virtual Public Information Centre scheduled for Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM.


    If you wish to attend this Public Information Centre, please use the Zoom meeting link below to access the virtual meeting.


    If you are unable to attend the virtual meeting the presentation and draft traffic calming plan will be available on this page after the meeting for your review and feedback. Staff will also be available to connect with residents who wish to discuss the project and the draft traffic calming plan by their preferred means of communication.


    Zoom Meeting Invitation


    When: Feb 1, 2023 6:30-9:00p.m.

    Topic: Manchester Road Formal Traffic Calming - Public Information Centre (Feb 2023)

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