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1 Public Information Centre 1 (PIC 1) MOSLEY STREET URBANIZATION TH 45 BEACHWOOD ROAD TO STREET Class Environmental Assessment November 29, 2016

2 Welcome 2 This Public Information Centre will: establish channels of communication with public & stakeholders detail the study area, study purpose & objective present the need & justification for the study and issues to be resolved identify alternative solutions & potential Public & Stakeholders should: sign the registry review the presentation material ask questions of the Town and/or Consultant submit a comment sheet & indicate whether or not you want to be kept informed of the process environmental impacts identify a recommended solution for public review seek input & comments for consideration in the selection of the final preferred solution

3 Background, Study Objective & Purpose 3 Town of Wasaga Beach 2012 Transportation Study Update noted Mosley Street east of 45 th Street has been improved to 4 s to address capacity deficiencies identified the need for 3 to 4 s from Highway 26 (now Beachwood Road) to 45 th Street The purpose of the study is to: develop alternative solutions to improving traffic operations and drainage facilities identify the location, extent and sensitivity of affected environments assess the alternatives given potential environmental impacts identify the preferred solutions establish measures to mitigate impacts The objectives of the study are to: satisfy the Class EA requirements 1. improve traffic operations on Mosley Street 2. eliminate road side ditches and ensure the proper conveyance of stormwater flows 3. provide opportunity to implement active transportation measures previously identified in the Active Transportation Plan

4 Municipal Class EA Process 4 The Class EA schedule is based on the type of work, potential impacts & $ value PHASE 1 PROBLEM OR OPPORTUNITY PHASE 2 PHASE 3 PHASE 4 PHASE 5 ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS ALTERNATIVE DESIGN CONCEPTS FOR PREFERRED SOLUTION ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY REPORT IMPLEMENTATION Mosley Street 1. Identify problem or opportunity 1. Identify alternative solution to problem or opportunity Approved may proceed 1. Identify alternative design concepts for preferred solution 1. Complete environmental study report (ESR) 1. Complete contract drawings & tender documents improvements will be undertaken as a Schedule C process Phases 1 to 5 will be completed Opportunities for public review & input Notices public info centres 30-day review of final report & 2. Discretionary public consultation to review problem or opportunity Determine applicability of master plan approach we are here Select Schedule 2. Inventory natural, social & economic environment 3. Identify impact of alternative solutions on the environment & mitigating measures 4. Evaluate alternative solutions: identify recommended solutions 5. Consult review agencies & public re: problem or opportunity & alternative solutions 6. Select preferred solution Review & confirm choice of schedule Order* granted, proceed with individual EA or abandon project Schedule A / A+ If no order*, may proceed Opportunity for order* request to Minister within 30 days of notification Notice of completion to review agencies & public Schedule B Schedule C Individual EA 2. Detail inventory of natural, social & economic environment 3. Identify impact of alternative designs on environment & mitigating measures 4. Evaluate alternative designs: identify recommended design 5. Consult review agencies & previously interested & directly affected public 6. Select preferred design Review environmental significance & choice of schedule 7. Preliminary finalization of preferred design Discretionary public consultation to review preferred design Order* granted, proceed as per Minister s direction or abandon project Indicates possible events 2. Environmental study report (ESR) placed on public record Notice of completion to review agencies & public Copy of notice of completion to MOE-EA branch 3. Opportunity to request Minister within 30 days of notification to request an order* Optional formal mediation Matter referred to mediation Order* denied with or without Minister s conditions 2. Proceed to construction & operation 3. Monitor for environmental provisions & commitments Mandatory public contact points findings Indicates mandatory events Indicates probable events Decision points on choice of schedule Optional * Part II order

5 Study Area 5 Study limits extend from Beachwood Road (roundabout) to 45 th Street beyond 45 th, Mosley Street has been widened to 4 s (2 per direction)

6 Traffic Volumes & Operations 6 Peak hour weekday volumes (source: 2016 Traffic counts, east and west of 58 th Street) Saturday & Sunday Peak hour volumes are comparable or only slightly higher 2016 traffic volumes 2036 traffic projections road capacity is 800 vehicles per hour per

7 Roadside & Area Drainage 7 Mosley Street currently has a rural cross-section with open ditches limited urbanization along the intersecting streets a drainage channel along the north side nd th of Mosley Street between 52 and 54 Streets With the proposed urbanization of Mosley Street it is anticipated that storm sewers shall ensure the proper conveyance of stormwater flows in addition to the proposed improvements along Mosley Street the recommendations from the Bay Sands Development Area study will be considered as part of the ultimate design The preliminary recommendations propose a drainage crossing of Mosley th Street at 67 Street

8 Active Transportation 8 As per the Town s Active Transportation Plan: Mosley Street is to have on road bicycles s and sidewalks on both sides wayfinding and transit stops are to be provided at 45 th and 58 th Streets typical road cross-sections were provided for Mosley Street, as below 4-Lane Urban Section (21.6m) side walk 1.8m bike 1.5m vehicular 3.5m vehicular 3.5m vehicular 3.5m vehicular 3.5m bike 1.5m side walk 1.8m 3-Lane Urban Section (18.1m) side walk 1.8m bike 1.5m vehicular 3.5m centre turn 3.5m vehicular 3.5m bike 1.5m side walk 1.8m

9 Problem Identification 9 Existing conditions: designated as a Primary Arterial, the purpose of which is to serve high traffic volumes & provide a through travel route shoulders are gravel or partially paved areas of distressed pavement conditions the right-of-way (ROW) varies from 20 to 26 metres serves 500 to 850 vehicles per hour per direction during the peak hours (approximately 16,000 vehicle per day under average conditions) Future needs: ensure appropriate traffic operations for future traffic volumes on Mosley Street (the need to widen Mosley Street to 3-4 s was identified in the 2012 Transportation Plan Update) provide an improved road surface implement an urban cross-section (eg. curb and gutter) to improve drainage and properly convey stormwater flows implement an urban cross-section to provide an opportunity for active transportation That existing traffic and infrastructure needs and deficiencies along the subject length of Mosley Street (from Beachwood road to 45 th Street) be addressed in an environmentally Problem Statement sound manner, in consideration of future traffic needs, current Town standards, active transportation opportunities and surface drainage requirements, with the objective of providing safe and efficient travel for all road users.

10 Alternative Solutions 10 Alt A: Do Nothing maintain existing conditions with no improvements Alt C: Alternative Travel Route promote use of other roads to alleviate demands on Mosley Street Alt B: Reduce Travel Demand reduce travel demand on the road and negate the need for improvements increase use of other travel modes & shift peak hour demands Alt D: Operational Improvements maintain existing 2- road with intersection improvements provide active transportation facilities urbanize and provide drainage improvements Can the alternatives fully address the need for improved traffic operations? Alt A - no improvements, therefore future travel demands cannot be satisfied Alt B - while this will have a positive effect, the extent of such is not considered Pre-Screen Alternatives adequate to address future travel demands and operations Alt C - there are limited alternative routes, none of which can adequately accommodate the future demands Alt D - some benefits are expected, although not sufficient to adequately accommodate future travel demands

11 Alternative Solutions (cont d) 11 Alternative E: Widen to 3 Lanes widen road from 2 to 3 s to increase road capacity & improve operations (1 per direction + centre turn ) widening recommended in the 2012 Transportation Plan Update urbanize road to improve drainage provides opportunities for active transportation facilities in the form of multi-use trails, bicycle s, sidewalks or a combination of these elements Alternative F: Widen to 4 Lanes widen road from 2 to 4 s to increase road capacity & improve operations (2 s per direction, no centre turn ) widening recommended in the 2012 Transportation Plan Update urbanize road to improve drainage provides opportunities for active transportation facilities in the form of multi-use trails, bicycle s, sidewalks, or a combination of these elements Can the alternatives fully address the need for improved road capacity and drainage Pre-Screen Alternatives improvements? Alt E & F - each will improve drainage and increase road capacity, and hence will accommodate future travel demands each will be considered further

12 Alternative Solutions D, E & F 12 Alt D 2 s + bike s Alt E 3 s + bike s Alt F cannot be accommodated as shown within a 20m ROW (remove bike s and/or sidewalk) 4 s + bike s

13 Alternative Solutions D, E & F 13 Alternative D: Operational Improvements m ROW 20m ROW Alternative E: Widen to 3 Lanes Alternative F: Widen to 4 Lanes

14 Alternative Solutions D, E & F 14 Alternative D: Operational Improvements 20m ROW 20m ROW Alternative E: Widen to 3 Lanes Alternative F: Widen to 4 Lanes

15 Alternative Solutions D, E & F 15 Alternative D: Operational Improvements 23m ROW 23m ROW Alternative E: Widen to 3 Lanes Alternative F: Widen to 4 Lanes

16 Alternative Solutions D, E & F 16 Alternative D: Operational Improvements 26m ROW 26m ROW Alternative E: Widen to 3 Lanes Alternative F: Widen to 4 Lanes

17 Natural Environment 17 Existing conditions study area is comprised of a mix of wooded areas & residential lands natural area of environmental quality, significance and/or Potential impacts extension or replacement of drainage channel crossing culverts will be required road widenings may be required adjacent to Natural Heritage System Lands other impacts are considered minor (loss of habitat, vegetation, etc.) sensitivity to the north of Mosley Street source: Town of Wasaga Beach Official Plan no endangered or threatened species were observed in the Mosley Street right-of-way no regionally or provincially rare species were documented in the Mosley Street right-ofway. Road Section of Interest

18 Cultural/Heritage & Social Environments 18 Existing conditions assessment based on Stage 1 Archaeological/Heritage assessment no archaeological potential for pre-contact and Euro-Canadian archaeological materials: existing road platform, shoulders and ditches Existing conditions land uses include commercial development institutional uses (Fire Hall, utilities etc.) residential most residences front adjacent streets areas of deep land alteration moderate-high potential in some areas: in proximity to potable water in proximity to navigable water near recorded archaeological sites early settlement areas Potential impacts to Cultural/Heritage Env no known impacts however, additional studies are recommended in those areas to be disturbed Potential impacts to Social Environment potential property impacts potential noise impacts by the preferred solution

19 Mosley Street- Assessment of Alternatives 19 Evaluation Alternative D Alternative E Alternative F Criteria 2 Lanes with Operational Improvements Widen to 3 Lanes Widen to 4 Lanes Physical Environment urbanization provides opportunity to implement active transportation elements (bicycle s and sidewalks) eliminates road side ditches and ensures the proper conveyance of stormwater flows least impact to abutting existing hydro/utility poles road capacity will not adequately accommodate future travel demands urbanization provides opportunity to implement active transportation elements (bicycle s and sidewalks) eliminates road side ditches and ensures the proper conveyance of stormwater flows greater road capacity will be realized through the use of opposing left turn s, but will not accommodate projected future travel demands potential impact to abutting existing hydro/utility poles dependent final road corridor configuration increased road capacity will adequately accommodate future travel demands urbanization provides opportunity to implement active transportation elements (bicycle s and sidewalks) eliminates road side ditches and ensures the proper conveyance of stormwater flows greatest impact to abutting existing hydro/utility poles Natural Environment no appreciable impacts from either alternative given built nature of area potential for impacts in areas that may be widened beyond existing right-of-way (dependant on final road corridor configuration). Social Environment no impacts to existing abutting lands no change to noise impacts as road remains in original location no impacts to existing abutting lands greater noise impacts as travelled road s shift closer to property lines through implementation of opposing left turn s potential for impacts to abutting commercial and residential lands dependent on final road corridor configuration greatest noise impacts as travelled road s shift closer to property lines with an additional travel in each direction Cultural/Heritage Environment no known archaeological or cultural/heritage impacts as all works with the existing ROW or within previously disturbed/constructed areas additional studies to be undertaken as necessary greater potential for pre-contact and Euro-Canadian archaeological materials should works extend beyond existing ROW or previously disturbed/constructed areas additional studies to be undertaken as necessary Economic Environment least overall construction costs least cost for relocation of hydro/utility poles greater overall construction cost greater cost for relocation of hydro/utility poles greatest overall construction costs greatest cost for relocation of hydro/utility poles

20 Next Steps 20 Mosley Street Urbanization review/address stakeholder comments identify the preferred solution for the road urbanization (and widening) to study further (Phase 3 of the Class EA process) Before you leave: have your questions been addressed? have you signed the registry to be informed of the next phase of the study? have you completed a comment sheet? further develop the preferred solution with details for implementation & mitigation address natural environment/water crossing requirements & mitigation 2 nd public meeting prepare final report for public review prepare Notice of Study Completion design & implementation contacts Mike Latimer, C.E.T. Town of Wasaga Beach 30 Lewis Street Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z 1A1 t: (705) ext 2342 f: (705) e: m.latimer@wasagabeach.com Michael Cullip, P. Eng. C.C. Tatham & Associates Ltd. 115 Sandford Fleming Drive, Suite 200 Collingwood, ON L9Y 5A6 t: (705) ext265 f: (705) e: mcullip@cctatham.com