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1 WELCOME Please sign in Representatives are available to answer questions Please complete a comment sheet Place it in the box or send it to the Consultant undertaking the study or to the Town of Wasaga Beach at the address provided on the comment sheet 1

2 This Project is being planned in accordance with the Municipal Engineers Association s (MEA) Municipal (October 2000, as amended in 2007 & 2011) document. The MEA Planning and Design Process Flow Chart is provided for public information. At the present time, the Wasaga Beach West End Water Storage Facility and Maintenance Depot Class Environmental Assessment is in Phase 3. WE ARE HERE 2

3 Phase 1 - Problem Statement In order to enhance potable water delivery in the west end of the community, the Town of Wasaga Beach is undertaking a planning process (Schedule C) to consider storage options and sites for a new water reservoir. The assessment will investigate all aspects of the water system including water pressure, fire flow volumes, adequate storage volume, existing servicing and future development. The Town intends to ensure that all areas within the current Town boundary limits are adequately serviced by the municipal water system. In addition, the Town is also considering layout options and site locations for a new (satellite) maintenance depot in the west end of Town. Given the geographic layout of the Town, the current Public Works Maintenance Facility located in the east end, does not efficiently support present operations. Projected growth in demand for services will further overload the current facility and diminish current levels of service. 3

4 Phase 1 - Map of Study Area The study area for the project is described as the Town limit west of 58 th Street. 4

5 Phase 2 - Potential West End Sites All potential site options within the study area were considered. 7 sites were identified as feasible options and were short listed for additional consideration, shown on the map. Options 2 5

6 Phase 2 - Recommended Preferred Site A comparison of site options was presented in the Public Information Centre held on July 22, Comments received were taken into consideration to confirm the recommended preferred site. Site 2 was established as the recommended preferred site Overall Site 2 presented the best alternative based on the evaluation criteria. This site is considered to have the least impact on development in Wasaga Beach with minimum impact to the surrounding area. This site is considered to provide increased water security and performance as well as increased maintenance and service to the residents located in the west end of Wasaga Beach. Studies were undertaken during Phase 3 to confirm the recommended preferred design solution. 6

7 Phase 2 - Maintenance Depot Requirements A Needs Assessment was conducted which determined the need for a satellite maintenance depot in the west end of Wasaga Beach. The Assessment identified that the depot will allow for more timely repairs and services, improved winter maintenance and is necessary to service the proposed developments in the west end. The area necessary to provide these services was identified as 3.5 hectares. To adequately serve the Wasaga Beach community, the new satellite maintenance depot requirements are as follows: Office Area For office staff and dispatch Will include meeting/training room and washrooms Utility Area For building utilities, cleaning materials and storage Staff Facilities Incudes kitchen, lunch room, locker rooms and washrooms Depot Includes storage and vehicle bays for parking, truck washing and repair Sand and Salt Shed - Storage Yard Fuel station, parking, material storage and a communication tower 7

8 Phase 2 - Water Storage Requirements The need for additional water storage was identified in a Report titled: Ultimate Water Supply and Distribution System Model Update prepared by Ainley & Associates Limited, March A total water storage requirement of 24,641 m 3 was identified for full build out of the Town (27,012 units) The additional storage requirement was derived as follows: Location of Storage Available Storage (m 3 ) East End Elevated Tank 2,841 Veterans Way (formerly Powerline Road) 3,410 In-Ground Reservoir Sunnidale Elevated Tank 9,550 Total Existing Storage 15,801 Additional Storage Required 8,840 8

9 Phase 2 - Water Storage General Alternatives Six water storage alternatives were considered for the additional required capacity as follows: Alternative 1 9,000 m³ elevated tank in the west end Alternative 2 9,000 m³ in-ground tank in the west end built in 2 stages Alternative 3 4,500 m³ elevated tank in the west end and 4,500 m³ inground at Veterans Way (formerly Powerline Road) site Alternative 4 4,500 m³ in-ground tank in the west end and 4,500 m³ in-ground at Veterans Way (formerly Powerline Road) site Alternative 5 Do Nothing Alternative 6 Limit Growth Recommended Preferred Alternative Alternative # 3 is the recommended water storage solution (4,500m³ elevated tank in the west end and 4,500m³ inground reservoir on Veterans Way (formerly Powerline Road)) 9

10 Phase 3 - Site Assessment Studies Desktop studies and field surveys were conducted by industry specialists for the proposed site. The following information and site studies were analyzed to confirm Site 2 as the preferred site for this project: Natural Environment Natural heritage information, amphibian survey, bird survey, bat survey, vegetation and vascular flora surveys, wildlife survey and fish survey Archaeological Stage 1 (review geomorphological conditions, government files, literature and historical maps and complete a field review), Stage 2 (field survey with test pits) Noise Sound level testing at existing maintenance depot, sound level testing at preferred site and sound level modeling Geotechnical Field work including 4 boreholes Drainage in the area of this site was examined to ensure that site development would have no negative impacts. Site Boundaries The extent and boundaries of the site were examined to minimize impacts on neighbouring properties, to comply with Highway setbacks and to retain frontage on Joan Avenue for existing property owners. 10

11 Phase 3 - Site Assessment Recommendations Natural Environment The preliminary Environmental Impact Study identified no concern of affecting Provincially Significant Wetlands, Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest, Significant Woodlands, Local Wildlife Habitat or Fish Habitat. Archaeological Stage 1 identified the need for a Stage 2 assessment. No archaeological resources were encountered during Stage 2 and no further investigation is required. Noise To meet Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change s noise criteria, a 5.5m high acoustic barrier is likely required along the north limit of the preferred site. Geotechnical The boreholes identified that the soil will be adequate for construction of the maintenance depot at any location on the site. The water tower will need to be constructed on the west side of the site to allow for sufficient geotechnical bearing resistance at serviceability limit state. Additional boreholes will be required before construction of the water tower. Drainage Develop a storm water management plan that mitigates impacts on the site and eliminates impacts on adjacent properties and addresses existing drainage issues in the area. 11

12 Maintenance Depot Site Layout Evaluation 12

13 Recommended Preferred Site Layout 13

14 Proposed Maintenance Depot Office and Garage 14

15 Storm Water Management A storm water management pond will be required on the site to properly attenuate stormwater flows. Site development will change the existing natural stormwater management. To ensure no negative effect on the downstream drainage area a stormwater management pond is needed. The storm water management pond will provide both water quality and water quantity control. Four alternative locations were considered for the stormwater management pond and evaluated to determine the preferred location. 15

16 Storm Water Management Pond Alternative Locations Alternative 1 Located in the existing unevaluated wetland Alternative 2 Located south of the existing unevaluated wetland 16

17 Storm Water Management Pond Alternative 3 Located along the north side of the maintenance depot Alternative Locations Alternative 4 Only services the maintenance depot and located on maintenance depot site 17

18 Storm Water Management Pond Location Evaluation 18

19 Recommended Stormwater Management Pond Location Alternative 3 is the recommended preferred location for the stormwater management pond. Takes into account future development in the surrounding area. Will help mitigate existing storm water management problems in the surrounding area. Provides a solution to the existing drainage problem. 19

20 Stormwater Management Pond Drainage Path Exact drainage paths and method of conveyance (pipe vs ditch) to be decided during detailed design 20

21 Phase 3 - Elevated Water Storage Design Alternatives Based on the water storage requirements for the Town of Wasaga Beach and the analysis completed during Stage 2 a 4,500 m 3 elevated storage tank is to be constructed in the west end. Three design alternatives for elevated water storage were considered for the additional required capacity as follows: Alternative 1 Composite Elevated Water Storage (Steel Tank with Concrete Pedestal) Alternative 2 Glass Lined Composite Elevated Water Storage Alternative 3 Glass Lined Composite Partially Elevated Water Storage 21

22 Alternative 1 Composite Elevated Water Storage (Steel Tank with Concrete Pedestal) 22

23 Alternative 2 Glass Lined Composite Elevated Water Storage 23

24 Alternative 3 Glass Lined Composite Partially Elevated Water Storage

25 Comparison of Elevated Water Storage Alternatives A criteria assessment table was developed rating each of the options as best (3), moderate (2) or least preferred (1) Alternatives 1 and 2 are the recommended elevated water storage solutions Composite Elevated Water Storage Glass Lined Composite Elevated Water Storage Glass Lined Composite Partially Elevated Water Storage Land Requirement Construction Time Maintenance Aesthetics Opportunity to Create Landmark Security of Supply (Need for Standby Power) Water Quality * Access to Storage Capital Cost * Long Term Operation and Maintenance Cost Normal Operation and Maintenance Total *A weighting of 2 has been applied because this criteria is of higher importance resulting in ratings of least preferred = 2, moderate = 4 and best = 6. 25

26 Timing and Phased Construction Plan The water tower and maintenance depot project will be phased to allow for each aspect of the site to be constructed as needed. The following is the phased construction timing as indicated in the Development Charges report: Purchase Land Elevated Water Storage Construction Additional Water Storage at Veterans Way (formerly Powerline Road) Stormwater Management Pond and Joan Avenue Construction Maintenance Depot Office and Garage Construction Salt and Sand Storage Construction 26

27 Phased Construction 27

28 Next Steps Phase 3 1. Review PIC #2 comments 2. Confirm recommended preferred design option Phase 4 3. Draft ESR 4. Publish Notice of Completion of Class EA 5. Public and Agency review of DRAFT Environmental Study Report 6. Finalize Environmental Study Report based on comments received 7. Memo to Ministry of Environment Completion of Class EA 28

29 What Can you Do? Fill out a comment sheet Send your comments to: Mike Latimer, C.E.T. Project Coordinator Town of Wasaga Beach 30 Lewis Street Wasaga Beach L9Z 1A1 Tel: (705) Fax: (705) m.latimer@wasagabeach.com Gary Scott, P.Eng. Project Manager Ainley Group 280 Pretty River Parkway Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 4J5 Tel: (705) Fax: (705) scott@ainleygroup.com 29

30 The Town of Wasaga Beach West End Storage Facility and Maintenance Depot Public Information Centre August 18, :00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wasaga Rec Plex, 1724 Mosley Street COMMENT SHEET NAME OF RESPONDENT: Please print all responses. REPRESENTING (Agency, Municipality, Property Owner, Tenant, etc.): ADDRESS (Including Postal Code, Telephone Number & Address): COMMENTS (Please use the back of this sheet if necessary) Do you wish to be informed of the publication of the Notice of Study Completion? Yes No Please submit this comment sheet by September 19, 2016 to: Mr. Michael Latimer, C.E.T. Project Coordinator Wasaga Beach Public Works 30 Lewis Street Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z 1A1 Tel: (705) Fax: (705) Mr. Gary Scott, P. Eng. Project Manager Ainley Group 280 Pretty River Parkway Collingwood, ON L9Y 4J5 Tel: (705) Fax: (705)

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