Welcome. ngdale Terminal - Existing. What s Happening Tonight? Project Background. Purpose of the Public Information Session

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1 Welcome ngdale - Existing What s Happening Tonight? The purpose of this information session is to share details on the rezoning application that BC Ferries has submitted to the Sunshine Coast Regional District regarding the Langdale Ferry terminal. This is a drop-in open house with information on the rezoning application displayed on interactive panels. Project Background In 2013, BC Ferries created a Development Plan (TDP) to help improve the safety, efficiency and customer experience at the Langdale. This 25-year plan identified both short term and long-term improvements to the terminal. In April 2017, BC Ferries submitted a rezoning application to the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD). The purpose of this rezoning application is to bring the zoning into alignment with current and proposed uses and align it with the SCRD s Official Community Plan. More information about this application will be presented on the following panels. Now, BC Ferries is undertaking a series of engagement activities to get customer, employee, community and stakeholder input before progressing with design work and bringing the TDP to life. Purpose of the Public Information Session Ask questions about the rezoning application and the Langdale terminal development to BC Ferries staff Share your feedback on the rezoning application Learn how the SCRD will review this application Share your feedback on the key issues, key opportunities and what you would like to see improved at the Langdale Ferry

2 Setting the Scene The Goals of the BC Ferries Strategic Plan Our strategic goals focus on the broad outcomes we hope to achieve and our vision of a continuously improving West Coast travel experience that consistently exceeds customer expectations and reflects the innovation and pride of our employees. STRATEGIC GOALS Ensure Safe, Reliable and Efficient Operations Grow and Profitably Diversify Our Revenue Base Deliver a Customer Focused Travel Experience Drive Prudent Investment in Our Capital Assets Be a Leader in Environment -al and Social Governance Foster a Productive, Motivated and Engaged Workforce What is a Development Plan? A Development Plan (TDP) is a document that will set out a long term vision of how a terminal should develop over time. TDPs will provide the framework for the phased implementation of strategies, actions and projects over the next 25 years. The TDP helps BC Ferries achieve its strategic goals and respond to the terminal s functional requirements and future growth in a sustainable, cost effective, organized, phased and efficient way. The Langdale TDP In 2013, BC Ferries created a Development Plan (TDP) for the Langdale to help improve the safety, efficiency and customer experience. As part of the TDP process, key stakeholders were engaged to help identify key issues and opportunities at the Langdale. Flowing from the TDP, conceptual designs are being developed for the Langdale.

3 angdale - Existing Langdale Context Langdale Yesterday The Langdale terminal was originally constructed in the mid 1950s. Between 1961 and 1975, the Langdale terminal underwent several expansions including new berths, property purchase and expansion of holding compounds and parking areas. In the 1980s, Berth 1 was doubledecked, and other significant additions to the terminal were made such as the passenger waiting lounge, administration offices and public washrooms. Further expansions were undertaken in ooths & pre-ticket area the 1990s. Langdale building & passenger lounge The map below highlights some of the key features of the Langdale : ith Sm baggage area ad Ro Overflow Holding Suns hine Coa st H ighw ay Long Term Parking Washroom & food service Route 13 & Public Dock Short Term Pick Up and Drop Off Port M e llon H ighwa y Crew Parking Berth 1 Route 3 Exit Lanes Holding Compound Berth 2 Route 3 The Future - Traffic Growth Projections 1.15 Million Vehicles 1.32 Million Vehicles 2.64 Million Passengers 3.04 Million Passengers F2017 F2032

4 Langdale Rezoning Application Summary of the Rezoning Application In April 2017, BC Ferries submitted a rezoning application to the Sunshine Coast Regional District for the Langdale Ferry lands. This application is to revise the existing zoning to reflect current and proposed uses of the. The rezoning application will allow for the following permitted uses: Marine transportation including the temporary storage of marine vessels (private and/or public) Transportation centre including foot passengers, bicyclists, transit, car share, commercial trailer drop, float plane and emergency helicopter services Office Retail Commercial limited to 20% of building area up to a maximum of 835 sq. m. Food Services including mobile vendors Caretaker suite and vessel personnel accommodations Parking including, employee, short and long term public parking Park Existing Zoning Proposed Zoning The current zoning designation for the lands within the terminal is One (R1), a small portion is Rural Two (RU2)/ Park Assembly (PA2). The marine portion is zoned Water One (W1). Existing Uses The proposed zone is a new marine transportation zone that will reflect current and proposed uses of the Langdale and set the framework for future development Proposed Uses BC Ferries BC Ferries Existing Zoning Map Proposed Zoning Map New Zone

5 The Rezoning Application Process The diagram below briefly outlines what the rezoning application process looks like. Prior to Application Conversations with SCRD Planning Staff regarding basic service impacts of proposed rezoning such as: water sewage vehicle access Rezoning Application is Submitted APRIL 2017 Review by SCRD Staff SCRD Summary Report Prepared Public Information Session October 26, 2017 WE ARE HERE Outcomes of todays event will be summarized and submitted to the SCRD prior to Second Reading. First Reading JUNE 2017 Application Referred to Parties with Interests Affected by Proposal Such as: West Howe Sound Advisory Planning Commission Squamish Nation Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Islands Trust, Gambier Island Local Trust Area Town of Gibsons Gibsons and District Volunteer Fire Department Public Hearing & Second Reading Third Reading (Approval in Principle) Approvals and Final Adoption If approved, the bylaw amendment (rezoning) is complete. What s Next? In November 2017, the rezoning application will go back to Council for a Public Hearing. Members of the public will be given the opportunity to speak in favour or in opposition to the proposed rezoning. If the application is approved by Council, BC Ferries will begin the detailed design for the terminal upgrades and then apply for the development permit from the SCRD. There will be further opportunities for public engagement during the detailed design and development permit process.

6 The Official Community Plan What is an Official Community Plan (OCP)? An Official Community Plan (OCP) is a policy document that influences how people live, work, shop, play, and move around in the community. An OCP is one of the most powerful tools a municipality has to manage growth and change in a way that helps a community meet its goals. What does the West Howe Sound OCP say about the Langdale? As shown below, the OCP of the SCRD identifies the Langdale as a unique land use. The objectives within the OCP include supporting the continued operation of the Langdale. The policy supports a Upgrade and allows for auxiliary commercial uses. The SCRD Staff Report states that The proposed uses of the rezoning application are consistent with the West Howe Sound OCP. They relate to the site s current use and supports the OCP objective and policy for the Langdale terminal. OCP Land Use Map Plan Area Boundary Land Parcels Band Lands Local Roads BC Ferries Route Settlement Containment Boundary Granthams Landing Community Area General Land Use Agricultural IR 26 Chekwelp Gateway CD Neighbourhood Centre CD Waterfront Area Sunshine Coast Hwy Granthams Crown Properties Future Park Dedication Grantham's Landing IR 26A Soames Point Langdale Gateway Corridor Green Infrastructure Public Heritage Properties Heritage Neighbourhood Commercial Industrial Williamsons Landing Public Institution Hopkins Landing Langdale Ferry Park Soames Point Hopkins Landing Private Recreation Camp RV Park Langdale Ferry Langdale Williamsons Landing Rural A Rural B Mobile Home Park Resource Walkabout Rd Skyline Rd Meters ,000 Area F - West Howe Sound Official Community Plan 2011 Map 1 Land Use

7 Langdale Key Issues The following map highlights some of the challenges of the terminal today. These issues were identified, in part, through engagement done during the development of the Development Plan. Access and queuing for vehicles arriving from the Sunshine Coast Highway Parking Capacity Security of baggage handling area Parking lot traffic merging with ferry-offloading traffic Loading and unloading of foot passengers on the Main Deck Pedestrian crossing areas What have we missed? Leave a sticky note below:

8 Langdale Key Opportunities The following map highlights some of the opportunities at the terminal today. These opportunities were identified, in part, through engagement done during the development of the Development Plan. Improved parking lot flows. Improved transit, taxis, bicycle pick-up and drop-off areas. Providing new indoor spaces for ticketing, baggage holding, waiting area, and customer amenities. New Toll Plaza with improved queing. Public access to floating dock and Route 13 Keats and Gambier Islands. Upgrades to amenities building and public washroom. New mid-lot public washroom. What have we missed?

9 What are your priorities? What are your priorities for the redevelopment of the Langdale? Leave a sticky note below:

10 Have we missed anything? What other suggestions do you have? Have we missed anything? Leave a sticky note below:

11 Thank you! Thank you for taking the time to participating in our community information session. What s Next? In the coming weeks we will be producing a summary of the input we received during this public information session and other public engagement activities. This report will be presented to the SCRD in November and posted on the BC Ferries Langdale project website. Project Timeline Preliminary Development Plan Site Investigations Understanding Priorities Refined Design Reviewing the Plan Development / Construction Planning & Stakeholder Engagement Conceptual Design Development Rezoning Application Community Engagement Commissioner Approval Community Engagement Design Development Complete Development October March 2018 Fall Spring 2018 Spring 2018 Winter 2018/19 - Summer 2021 WE ARE HERE Stay in Touch! Share your input in the following ways: Online Survey Please complete the survey before October 31, For questions, feedback and suggestions, tdpinfo@bcferries.com For more information please visit If you have any further questions, please contact: SCRD File Manager The Applicant (BC Ferries) David Rafael, Senior Planner SCRD Michael Pearson, Senior Project Manager BC Ferries ext David.Rafael@scrd.ca Michael.Pearson@bcferries.com