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Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Wyecroft Road Improvements from
Bronte Road to Kerr Street
Public Information Centre #2
June 13, 2019
4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Municipal Class “C” Environmental Assessment
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Purpose of PIC #2
Learn about the technically preferred design and provide comments on potential impacts and proposed mitigation measures.
We need your input!
• Complete a comment sheet and
drop it in a comment box
• Email or mail your comment
sheet to the project team
• Talk with a project team member
Syed Rizvi, P. Eng Margaret Parkhill, P. Eng
Project Manager Consultant Project Manager
Town of Oakville IBI Group
[email protected] [email protected]
(905) 845-6601 ext. 3981 (416) 596-1930 ext. 61578
For project updates, visit the project webpage at:
www.oakville.ca/residents/wyecroft-road-ea.html
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Welcome
Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Study Area
• Bronte Road to Kerr Street, including South Service
Road West between Third Line and Fourth Line
• Approximately 6.4 kilometres in length
• Designated as a multi-purpose arterial in the Livable
Oakville Plan, the Town of Oakville Official Plan
• Bronte Road and Dorval Drive are Regional roads
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Select Preferred Solution
• The study is following the Schedule ‘C’ process as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association “Municipal Class Environmental Assessment”, for Phases 1 to 4
• The process enables the planning and implementation of municipal infrastructure projects taking into account the environmental setting, local public interests and unique project requirements
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Problem / Opportunity
Alternative Solutions
Alternative Designs
Environmental Study Report
Implement
Identify Problem or
Opportunity
Public Consultation
Identify Alternative Solutions
Evaluate Alternative Solutions
Identify Alternative
Design
Evaluate Alternative
Design
Select Preferred
Design
Complete Environmental Study Report
Notice of Completion
Construction and Operation
Monitor Environmental Commitments
Inventory Existing
Conditions
We are here
Public Consultation
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Class EA Process
Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Problem and Opportunity Statement
Wyecroft Road and South Service Road West
between Bronte Road and Kerr Street is a multi-
purpose arterial that connects existing employment
lands to regional roads and the QEW. Corridor
improvements are required to meet the needs of the
town to 2041 and support future population and
employment growth.
Providing appropriate infrastructure will encourage
active transportation (walking, cycling) and transit,
in an attractive and safe way, in support of the
town’s vision to be the most livable town in Canada.
Corridor improvements are required that:
• Integrate planned facilities for pedestrians,
cyclists, and transit with regard for the movement
of trucks and general traffic
• Optimize traffic operations to increase capacity,
improve safety, and manage local access
• Protect or improve the natural environment,
including existing watercourse crossings,
treescape and natural areas
• Maintain existing access during construction and
protect for future land uses and access
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Existing Conditions PM LOS
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Several signalized intersections or turning movements operate
with long delays or queues:
• Wyecroft Road at Bronte Road
• Wyecroft Road at Third Line
• Wyecroft Road at Dorval Drive
Traffic signal delay during PM peak hour (2018):
Traffic Conditions Existing (2018)
Intersection Level of Service (LOS)
is a measure of traffic operations
based on the average delay per
vehicle.
Legend:
Average delay (seconds/vehicle)
LOS A/B 0 to 20
LOS C/D 21 to 55
LOS E/F 56 to 80+
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*Regional Road
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
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2031 Future Conditions PM LOS
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Traffic Conditions Future (2031)
2031 base condition with no improvements:
• Growing congestion throughout corridor with longer delays
at Bronte Road, Third Line and Dorval Drive
Traffic signal delay during PM peak hour (2031) base:
Intersection Level of Service (LOS)
is a measure of traffic operations
based on the average delay per
vehicle.
Legend:
Average delay (seconds/vehicle)
LOS A/B 0 to 20
LOS C/D 21 to 55
LOS E/F 56 to 80+
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* *
*Regional Road
Wyecroft Road Improvements
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2031 Traffic Conditions with Improvements
Improvements are proposed:
• New traffic signal at Bronte GO Station bus loop
• New pedestrian signal at Community Living Oakville
• Additional through lanes on Wyecroft Road from Bronte to Third
and turn lanes at key intersections
• New traffic signal at Kerr Street (recommended by Kerr Street
Grade Separation EA)
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Intersection Level of Service (LOS)
is a measure of traffic operations
based on the average delay per
vehicle.
Legend:
Average delay (seconds/vehicle)
LOS A/B 0 to 20
LOS C/D 21 to 55
LOS E/F 56 to 80+
* *
*Regional Road
Traffic signal delay during PM peak hour (2031) with improvements:
The proposed cross-section can accommodate demand in 2041.
New
Pedestrian
Signal NewNew
Wyecroft Road Improvements
Class Environmental Assessment
Evaluation Criteria
• Traffic capacity
• Traffic network
• Transit service
• Transit network
• Active transportation
• Emergency managementresponse
• Roadway safety
Transportation
• Supports appropriate intensification
• Community building
• Construction phase impacts
• Noise and vibration impacts
• Travel time
• Cultural heritage impacts
• Emergency access
Social Environment
• Areas of natural and scientific interest
• Woodlots
• Treescape
• Creeks
• Wetlands
• Wildlife and birds
• Vegetation
• Floodplains
• Resilience
Natural Environment
•Stormwater management•Utilities•Structures•Illumination•Policy framework
Technical
•Capital costs
•Operating and life-cycle .costs
Cost
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
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Segments
For the purposes of evaluating the design alternatives, the corridor
was split into three segments: West, Middle, and East.
These segments were selected based on the existing and future
conditions of the corridor.
West Segment – Bronte Road to Fourteen Mile Creek
Middle Segment – Fourteen Mile Creek to 1146 South Service Rd
East Segment – 1146 South Service Road to Kerr Street
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
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Alternative 2:
Multi-use Trail
and Sidewalk
Alternative 3:
On-Road
Buffered Bike
Lanes and
Sidewalks
Alternative 4:
Raised Cycle
Tracks and
Sidewalks
Alternative 5:
Multi-Use Trail
Alternative #1:
Multi-use Trail
and Buffered
Bike Lanes and
Sidewalks
Active Transportation Typical Alternatives
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RoundaboutsPotential roundabout intersections were reviewed:
1. South Service Road #1
2. South Service Road #2 / GO Station Entrance
3. 1140 South Service Road (Central Operations Depot)
4. South Service Road #3
5. South Service Road #4
Intersections were screened considering property, safety
and operations.
Intersection Key Findings Carry
Forward
1 South Service Road #1 • Constrained by Hydro One
transformer station
• Proximity to Bronte Road
No
2 South Service Road #2
/ GO Station Entrance
• High proportion of turning traffic
• Property and driveway impacts No
3 1140 South Service
Road (Central
Operations Depot)
• Critical access for fire and road
maintenance vehicles
• Proximity of buildingsNo
4 South Service Road #3 • Proximity to Fourth LineNo
5 South Service Road #4 • Proximity to Dorval DriveNo
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West Segment –Bronte Road to
Fourteen Mile Creek
Supports active transportation by accommodating cyclists of various
abilities
Better supports future density around the Bronte GO Station Major Transit
Station Area
Accommodates street trees on both sides of Wyecroft Road
Better visibility between modes
Supports Town’s existing policy framework
Proposed typical cross-section:
• 4-lanes (two eastbound, two westbound)
• Centre two-way left-turn lane
• On-road buffered bike lanes
• Multi-use trail on the south side
• Sidewalk on the north side
• Street trees on both sides
• Urban cross-section
*Physical barriers may be installed to separate bike lanes from traffic, with consideration for
operational and cost issues. The type of barrier will be determined during detail design.
Continuous cycling infrastructure from Bronte to Kerr
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Continuous cycling infrastructure from Bronte to Kerr
Provides separation between pedestrians and cyclists
Supports Town’s existing policy framework
*Physical barriers may be installed to separate bike lanes from traffic, with consideration for
operational and cost issues. The type of barrier will be determined during detail design.
Proposed typical cross-section:
• 2-lanes (one eastbound, one westbound)
• New westbound left-turn lane at Progress Court
• On-road buffered bike lanes
• Sidewalk on the south side
• Street trees on the south side
• Semi-urban cross-section
Better visibility between modes
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Supports active transportation
Middle Segment –Fourteen Mile Creek to 1146 South Service Rd
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Proposed design: New horizontal alignment
Higher construction cost
Improves road safety through the curves and on approach to Third Line
Shorter duration and less impact to traffic during
construction, can keep both lanes open
More impacts to natural environment, with opportunity for
improvements after construction.
More property take required, avoids existing building
More impact to potential future developable employment lands along QEW
Middle Segment –Horizontal Curve
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Continuous cycling infrastructure from Bronte to Kerr
Better visibility between modes
Supports Town’s existing policy framework
Proposed typical cross-section:
• 2-lanes (one eastbound, one westbound)
• Centre two-way left-turn lane and dedicated left-turn lanes at intersections
• Buffered bike lanes on both sides
• Sidewalk on both sides
• Street trees on both sides
• Urban cross-section
East Segment –1146 South Service Rd
to Kerr St
Supports active transportation
Provides separation between pedestrians and cyclists
*Physical barriers may be installed to separate bike lanes from traffic, with consideration for
operational and cost issues. The type of barrier will be determined during detail design.
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East Segment - Fourth Line to Dorval Drive
South Service Road Right-in Right-out
Roundabout at Oakville Transit
Cul-de-sac at South Service Road
Realign South Service Road westerly to align with Weller
Court Cul-de-sac OR
New north-south road between Fourth Line and Dorval
Drive, west of Weller Court Cul-de-sac at South Service
Road
Technically Recommended:
Other Options Considered:
Recommended for Future Study:
Wyecroft Road Improvements
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Drainage and Stormwater
There are seven structures and culverts within the corridor.
All require modifications:
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• Replacements are recommended to improve hydraulic capacity.
• Rehabilitation is recommended to improve durability of the
structure.
• Corridor improvements will result in a minor increase in
impervious area.
• Low Impact Development treatments will be considered to treat
stormwater and offset increase in impervious area.
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Natural EnvironmentThe culvert at Fourteen Mile Creek will be replaced with a
20 metre span bridge, which will:
• Slightly increase shading which benefits Redside Dace
• Provide more room for wildlife passage
• Allow the creek to meander
• Require compensatory mitigation for
species such as Redside Dace
• Not have significant impacts to vegetation
and vegetation communities
Four other culverts will be rehabilitated or replaced.
These modifications will:
• Remove barriers to fish movement
• Not have significant impacts to wildlife and vegetation
• Improve hydraulic capacity
Through detail design, efforts will be made
to minimize impacts to the natural
environment.
Trees will be replanted along the corridor
where opportunities exist and replace canopy
cover at other sites as needed.
Fourteen Mile Creek
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Wyecroft Road Improvements
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Thank you for Attending!
Next Steps
• Review all comments and suggestions received
from the public, stakeholders and agencies
• Confirm recommended design option based on
public, stakeholder and agency input
• Prepare the Environmental Study Report
• Present Environmental Study Report to Council
• Issue Notice of Study Completion
• Environmental Study Report on public record for
30-days for review and comment
Provide your comments or questions to:
Syed Rizvi, P. Eng Margaret Parkhill, P. Eng
Project Manager Consultant Project Manager
Town of Oakville IBI [email protected] [email protected]
(905) 845-6601 ext. 3981 (416) 596-1930 ext. 61578