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Hamilton Road is getting its own flex street, as the city is looking to create a “focal point” for community engagement in the east London neighbourhood, Coun. Michael van Holst said Thursday.

The city is poised to approve a $4.1 million improvement for a portion of Hamilton Road, and most of that is for sewers, water and infrastructure work.

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But what residents will also see is improved walkways in an area and a small stretch of Sackville Street becoming a community gathering spot, known as a flex street, much like downtown’s Dundas Street is becoming Dundas Place.

The time for renewal has come. It will improve the look and feel of the corridor. Coun. Michael van Holst

“Hamilton Road is a gateway to downtown London from the east, from Toronto. It is our first impression to visitors and we want to make sure, it is a good one,” said van Holst.

Sackville Street, beside the Crouch Library branch, will see a stretch from Hamilton Road covered in pavers – a stone for the roadway – and sidewalks will also be paved. It will feature rounded curbs and planter boxes that include seating areas. Bike racks will be added and lighting will be enhanced.