Welcome. About the Proponent. About the Proposed Project. The Proposed Project is now in the Regulatory Review period of the schedule.

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1 Welcome Thank you for attending this Open House for the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) Pre-Application Public Comment Period. The B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (the Proponent) proposes to replace the George Massey Tunnel with a 10-lane bridge, decommission the Tunnel, and improve Highway 99 from Bridgeport Road in Richmond to Highway 91 in Delta. About the Proponent Community & Stakeholder Engagement About the Proposed Project Construct dedicated transit/hov lanes between Bridgeport Road in Richmond and Highway 91 in Delta Construct a transit-only ramp at Bridgeport Road Replace the Westminster Highway interchange Replace the Steveston Highway interchange, incorporating a new integrated transit stop Build a new 10 lane bridge (8 lanes plus two dedicated transit/hov lanes) that: - will provide navigational clearances similar to those at the Alex Fraser Bridge - includes a multi-use pathway for cyclists and pedestrians - will be built to accommodate potential future rapid transit Decommission the Tunnel and remove in-stream sections The Proponent is a Ministry within the British Columbia provincial government, with a mandate to plan transportation networks, provide transportation services and infrastructure, develop and implement transportation policies, and administer related acts and regulations as well as federal-provincial funding programs. Since 2012, the Proponent has engaged with the public, Aboriginal Groups, federal and provincial regulators, and local and regional governments to support Project planning and preliminary environmental assessment. The Proponent is committed to continuing such engagement, and providing ongoing updates throughout the environmental assessment and subsequent Project development. Background information about the Proposed Project is available at where interested parties can also sign-up to receive updates via . Planning Environmental Review Three Phases of Consultation Construction The Proposed Project is now in the Regulatory Review period of the schedule. This includes: Aboriginal Group Consultation Public Consultation Regulatory Agency Consultation Studies and Assessments Environmental Assessment Application Replace the Highway 17A interchange, incorporating a new integrated transit stop

2 About this Open House This Open House is part of EAO s first public comment period for the George Massey Tunnel Project s Environmental Assessment process, which takes place from January 15 to February 15, We are seeking input on the Project and the proposed studies to support the environmental assessment. Today we welcome you to: Meet members of the BC Environmental Assessment Office and the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project team Learn more about the Project and the Environmental Assessment process Ask questions about the Project and provide comments on the Project Description and Key Areas of Study Learn how to remain informed and involved throughout the Environmental Assessment process Provide your comments by: Learn about the Project: Complete an Online Form: At an ipad station during an open house or at home Mail Written Comments: Mike Shepard, Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9V1 Open Houses: Richmond Tuesday, January 26, :00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sandman Signature Hotel Vancouver Airport, Round Room St. Edwards Drive Richmond, BC EAO website: Delta Wednesday, January 27, :00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Delta Town & Country Inn, Ballroom 6005 Highway 17A Delta, BC Fax Written Comments:

3 Environmental Assessment Process Key Areas of Study Environmental Assessment Process The Proposed Project is deemed a reviewable project under the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Act (BCEAA) and requires assessment under BCEAA prior to project development. The environmental assessment of the Project under BCEAA must provide for consultation with Aboriginal Groups and the Public. Based on interests identified by the public, Aboriginal Groups, federal and provincial regulators, and local and regional governments during the 3 years of consultation to date, and the Ministry s experience on comparable projects in the Lower Mainland, the following valued components, or in the context of this project key areas of study, have been identified to support the assessment of potential environmental, economic, social, heritage, and health effects of the Project: River hydraulics and morphology Air quality To learn more about the BC EA process, or view the EA documents for this Project, please visit the EAO Project Information Centre website, at Other Permits and Approvals that may be required for the Project BC Water Act Approval BC Wildlife Act Permit BC Heritage Conservation Act permits Sediment quality and water quality Underwater noise Fish and fish habitat Marine mammals Vegetation Amphibians Terrestrial wildlife Atmospheric noise Marine use Land use Agricultural use Visual quality Human health Heritage resources Fisheries Act Authorization Navigation Protection Act Approval Agricultural Land Commission Act Approval Public input during this public comment period will be used to refine the list of Key Areas of Study, which will influence the environmental assessment for the Project. Project staff can assist with documenting your feedback on the Key Areas of Study listed above.

4 River hydraulics Water and sediment quality Tunnel decommissioning and related activities could influence river processes in the vicinity. Changes in water levels, velocities and flow conditions, and consequent changes in sedimentation and erosion patterns have the potential to affect fish and fish habitat, marine mammals, and land and marine use. Changes in water and sediment quality, and re-suspension of river sediments have the potential to affect fish and fish habitat, marine mammals, and vegetation along shorelines. The Project involves activities such as removal of Tunnel components and installation of bridge components that could disturb river sediments. Sediment generation during Tunnel decommissioning Change in water levels, speed, movement of (tidal) saltwater and flow and rate of infill of the trench following Tunnel removal Review literature, aerial photographs, and existing riverbed profile data Model changes in current distributions, water levels, sedimentation processes, and movement of the salt wedge estuary boundary Induced turbidity and re-suspension of potentially contaminated sediment during Tunnel removal Influence of stormwater runoff on areas adjacent to the new Bridge Field studies to characterize sediment and assess water quality

5 Fish Marine Mammals The Project involves in-river activities, such as removing Tunnel components and installing bridge components, which have the potential to affect fish and fish habitat. Effects of the following on fish and fish habitat, with a specific focus on Salmon, Sturgeon (White and Green), Eulachon, Trout, and Char: Underwater noise generated by activities such as pile driving and Tunnel decommissioning Increase suspended sediment and turbidity levels due to construction within or adjacent to water Overlap of Project components with fish habitat Influence of stormwater runoff on fish habitat Field studies to address gaps in data Underwater noise modelling to predict noise conditions during construction Project construction-related activities such as Tunnel removal and pile driving could affect marine mammals that may be present in the Project area. Potential Project-related effects to be studied Effects of the following on marine mammals: Underwater noise generated by activities such as pile driving and Tunnel decommissioning Underwater noise modelling to predict noise conditions during construction

6 Vegetation Amphibians Wildlife The Project is located largely within an active transportation corridor; however, small portions of the Project alignment support native vegetation, which may include at-risk plant species and communities. Potential Project-related effects to be studied Disturbance of at-risk plant species or ecosystems during site preparation Introduction of invasive plants into sensitive ecosystems through construction activities Overlap of Project components with at-risk ecosystems Terrestrial ecosystem mapping to provide a baseline map of vegetation types Rare plant surveys Project related construction activities have the potential to affect at-risk amphibians within the Project alignment. Potential Project-related effects to be studied Anticipated interactions of Project components and activities with amphibians that will be studied include: Physical injury during vegetation grubbing and clearing Change in area of at-risk amphibian habitat Change in habitat conditions associated with potential changes in water quality Review literature existing data Habitat suitability assessment Field sampling and environmental DNA analysis to identify presence Terrestrial wildlife species and their habitat have the potential to be affected by activities associated with highway widening and interchange replacements, and Deas Slough Bridge decommissioning. Potential Project-related effects to be studied Temporary disturbance during site-preparation and construction Noise and light disturbance during construction Temporary loss of nesting habitat Change in available habitat Habitat suitability assessment Field surveys for a variety of bird species, a well as bats Environmental DNA analysis to identify small mammal presence

7 Air Quality Noise Project-related changes in traffic conditions in the Highway 99 corridor are anticipated to result in changes in traffic related air emissions within the Highway 99 corridor and potential changes in local and regional air quality. Change in air quality due to construction-related emissions Change in the amount and distribution of traffic emissions along Highway 99 during operation Modelling to estimate emissions from traffic along the Project alignment under existing and projected future conditions with and without the Project Project-related construction and operations activities have the potential to change existing noise conditions. Noise from construction-related activities Potential change in noise conditions at sensitive locations due to Project-related changes in traffic conditions during operation Noise monitoring at noise-sensitive sites Computer modelling to predict potential changes in noise conditions with and without the Project Analyze ambient air quality monitoring data from Metro Vancouver monitoring stations

8 Visual Quality Marine Use The Project will introduce a new structure into some viewscapes within this area of the Lower Mainland. Effects of the introduction of the new Bridge on local visual quality Review existing information Identify key viewpoints based on review of land use information, consultation input, and viewer sensitivity Field surveys to characterize existing visual conditions at key viewpoints Computer modelling to create simulated images showing anticipated views from key viewpoints Bridge construction and Tunnel decommissioning activities have the potential to affect use of the Fraser River South Arm and Deas Slough by commercial and recreational vessels as well as interfere with food, social and ceremonial fishing activities by Aboriginal Groups. Temporary interference with marine use in and along Fraser River South Arm and Deas Slough during barge-based bridge construction, pile driving within or adjacent to Deas Slough, Deas Slough Bridge decommissioning, and Tunnel decommissioning Consult with key marine and water-based land users and agencies Consider how use of the Fraser River South Arm and Deas Slough by commercial and recreational vessels and Aboriginal Groups may be affected by specific construction activities

9 Land Use Agriculture Land use in the vicinity of the Project could be affected by the Project during and after construction. The majority of the Project borders properties within the Agricultural Land Reserve and Project related activities will have the potential to interact with adjacent property uses. Temporary disturbance due to changes in traffic patterns and access to facilities Potential overlap of Project alignment with small portions of land parcels adjacent to the existing right-of-way Review the Official Community Plans and Regional Growth Strategies Review land ownership, community planning, and bylaws Analyze information gathered through the public and stakeholder consultation process Potential overlap of Project components with agricultural land resulting in effects on farm infrastructure Map Agricultural Land Reserve boundaries Field studies and farmer interviews to collect information on existing infrastructure

10 Human Health Heritage Resources Project-related changes in air quality and noise conditions have the potential to affect human health. The Project involves ground works that could potentially affect heritage sites or artifacts. Health-related effects of exposure to noise and air emissions from construction equipment, machinery, and traffic Health-related effects of potential changes in noise and air quality conditions due to changes in traffic conditions during operation Review predicted Project-related change in ambient noise and air quality conditions Potential disturbance of sites or objects of archaeological or historical significance during Project-related activities Compile and review of information on known archaeological and heritage sites Field surveys to determine if any previously unidentified archaeology and heritage sites may exist within Project Area Determine changes in human health risk associated with changes to noise and air quality

11 Cumulative Effects Cumulative Effects Refers to changes to the environment that are caused by the effects of a proposed project in combination with the effects of other present and foreseeable future projects and activities Cumulative effects assessment Considers potential incremental effects of other present, and reasonably foreseeable projects that could interact with potential effects of construction and operation of the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project Will be included in the environmental assessment A preliminary list of present and reasonably foreseeable projects to be considered in the Cumulative Effects Assessment for this Project includes Tilbury Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Facility Expansion Project Maintenance Dredging of the Lower Fraser River Fraser Surrey Docks Direct Transfer Coal Facility (Texada Coal) Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project WesPac Tilbury Marine Jetty Project Pattullo Bridge Replacement Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project Ladner Harbour Revitalization Project

12 Feedback and Next Steps Your feedback is important during this public comment period. What s Next Comments will be considered in the development of the Environmental Assessment Application. Members of the Public will be invited to review and provide comments on the Application. Anticipated timing for this consultation is Spring You are invited to submit comments to EAO until Monday, February 15, EAO accepts public comments through the following ways: How to submit your feedback: Staying Informed There are a number of ways for people to remain informed throughout the Environmental Assessment Review: By Online Form at: By Mail: Mike Shepard, Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9V1 By Fax: Online: Visit the EAO website at: to view Project Environmental Assessment documents Visit the Project Website at: to view Project background documents, find out about current status and register to receive Project Updates by In Person: Drop in at the Project Office in Richmond at: Steveston Highway (Ironwood Plaza) Plan to attend upcoming Open Houses for EAO's Application Review Public Comment Period Thank you for your participation and for providing your input. The Proponent, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, will provide responses to comments, as directed by EAO, and will prepare a Public Consultation Report for EAO following the public comment period. The report will be posted to EAO s website when complete.