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APPENDIX L

Public Information Centre Number 2

NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE NO. 2

CONLIN ROAD EAST, FROM EAST OF SIMCOE ST. N.

TO WEST OF TOWNLINE RD. N.

CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT STUDY

The Study

In response to growing traffic volumes related to proposed development, the Corporation of the City of Oshawa is conducting a Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA), and has retained AMEC Environment & Infrastructure to investigate the need for improvements to Conlin Road East, from east of Simcoe Street North to west of Townline Road North. In order to best address operational deficiencies and the need for additional east-west traffic capacity, the study has identified and evaluated a variety of alternatives to help improve traffic flow for all modes of travel along Conlin Road, including a combination of the following:

Addition of through lanes and turning lanes;

Intersection and entrance modifications;

Cycling and pedestrian facilities;

Intersection control upgrades, and

Landscape planting.

In addition to potential road capacity improvements, the study has identified and addressed other engineering aspects of the study area including drainage, storm sewers, pavement condition, utilities, illumination, and services.

The Process

The Class EA process includes public and agency consultation, an evaluation of road improvement alternatives, an assessment of the potential environmental effects of the proposed improvements and identification of reasonable measures to mitigate any adverse impacts.

KEY PLAN

A key component of the study is consultation with interested stakeholders (public and regulatory agencies) at two (2) Public Information Centres (PIC). The first Public Information Centre was held on October 2, 2013. Following PIC No. 1, staff reviewed input from the public and agencies and confirmed the preferred planning solution to be the widening of Conlin Road with intersection improvements and travel demand management where feasible.

The second Public Information Centre has been arranged for:

June 24, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Maxwell Heights Secondary School – Cafeteria

1100 Coldstream Drive, Oshawa, ON

PIC No. 2 will present:

A review of alternative design concepts;

The preliminary recommended design, and

Potential mitigation measures.

PIC No. 2 will be an informal drop-in centre format with information presented on display boards. Project Team members will be present to answer questions and discuss the next steps in the study.

Following PIC No. 2, the preliminary preferred alternative design concepts will be confirmed or modified taking into consideration the comments received. Upon completion of the study, a Notice of Study Completion and an Environment Study Report will be prepared. The material presented at the PIC will be posted on the City of Oshawa’s website (noted below). If you require accessibility accommodations for this meeting, please contact the project managers prior to the PIC.

Public Comments Invited

We are interested in hearing any comments, questions or concern, you may have, or if you wish to be added to the study mailing list, please contact the City of Oshawa, Engineering Services or the Consultant Project Manager at:

Mr. Kevin Wilson, Project Manager City of Oshawa, 50 Centre St. S. Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7 Phone: 905-436-3311 x 2462 Toll Free: 1-800-667-4292 Fax: 905-436-5694 Email: [email protected]

Mr. David Sinke, Consultant Project Manager AMEC Environment & Infrastructure 3215 North Service Road, Burlington, ON L7N 3G2 Phone: 905-335-2353 Toll Free: 1-866-751-2353 Fax: 905-335-1414 Email: [email protected]

Please also refer to the City’s web site at www.oshawa.ca for details related to scheduled project events.

Information will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

Ms. Susan Ashton City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Denny Boskovski City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Chris Leitch, Senior Planner Durham Region Planning and Economic Development Department 606 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, ON L1N 6A4

Mr. Michael Blake Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Doug MacKay, Project Manager for the Simcoe Street EA Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Ms. Lynda Motschenbacher Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Doug Robertson, Project Manager, Transportation Infrastructure Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Glen Severn, Engineering Planning and Studies Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Ms. Amanda Spencer, Traffic Engineer, Traffic Engineering and Operations Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Rich Tindall, Manager, Engineering Planning and Studies Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Warren J. Coulter, Environmental Engineering Analyst Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority 100 Whiting Ave Oshawa, ON L1H 3T3

Ms. Michelle Bates, Planning Assistant Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora District 50 Bloomington Road West Aurora, ON L4G0L8

Ms. Samantha Jefferis, Assistant Species at Risk Biologist Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora District 50 Bloomington Road West Aurora, ON L4G0L8

Ms. Daniel Delaquis, Environmental Resource Planner/EA Coordinator Ministry of the Environment Place Nouveau 5775 Yonge St, 9th Flr Toronto, ON M2M 4J1

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Mr. Bill De Geus, Geomorphology AquaLogic

Mr. Kevin Wilson, Proponent City of Oshawa

Mr. Phil Grubb, Traffic Assessment Paradigm

Ms. Erin Hellinga, Terrestrial Ecology XAMEC

Mr. Steve Chipps, SWM XAMEC

Mr. Daryl Rideout, Fisheries Biology XAMEC

Mr. David Sinke, Consultation XAMEC

Mr. Felix Wong, Consultation XAMEC

Mr. Darren Garvin, Director, Lands and Environmental Management Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada 25 St. Clair Ave. East, 8th Floor Toronto, ON M4T 1M2

Mr. Shawn Green, Environment Officer Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada 25 St. Clair Ave. East, 8th Floor Toronto, ON M4T 1M2

Chief Bob Marsden Alderville First Nation 11696 2nd Line Road, P.O. Box 46 Alderville, ON KOK 2XO

Anishinabek Nation/Union of Ontario Indians Nipissing First Nation 1 Miigizi Mikan North Bay, ON P1B 8J8

Chief Donna Big Canoe, Community Consultation Worker Chippewas of Georgina Island RR#2 PO Box N-13, Sutton West, ON L0E 1R0

Ms. Sylvia McCue, Lands Administrator Chippewas of Georgina Island Lands Department RR#2 Box N-13 Sutton West, ON L0E 1R0

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Chief Sharon Stinson Chippewas of Mnjikaning (Rama) 5884 Rama Road, Suite 200 Rama, ON L3V 6H6

Chief Phyllis Williams Curve Lake Curve Lake, ON K0L 1R0

Ms. Lori Loucks, Lands and Resources Coordinator Hiawatha First Nation 123 Paudash Street Keene, ON K0L 2G0

Chief Sandra Moore Hiawatha First Nation 123 Paudash Street Keene, ON K0L 2G0

Ms. Lynn Bernard, Director General, Comprehensive Claims Branch Indian and Northern Affairs Canada 10 Wellington Street, Room 1310 Gatineau, QC K1A 0H4

Mr. Don Boswell, Senior Claims Analyst Specific Claims Branch Indian and Northern Affairs Canada 10 Wellington Street, Room 1310 Gatineau, QC K1A 0H4

Mr. Ralph Brant, Director General Specific Claims Branch Indian and Northern Affairs Canada 10 Wellington Street, Room 1310 Gatineau, QC K1A 0H4

Ms. Shannon Doyle, Acting Director of Lands and Trust Services, Ontario Region Indian and Northern Affairs Canada 25 St. Clair Avenue East, 8th Floor Toronto, ON M4T 1M2

Environmental Assessment Coordination Environmental Unit Indian and Northern Affairs Canada 25 St. Clair Avenue East, 8th Floor Toronto, ON M4T 1M2

Mr. Daniel Johnson, Environmental Officer, Environment Unit Indian and Northern Affairs Canada - Ontario Region 25 St. Clair Avenue East, 8th Floor Toronto, ON M4T 1M2

Chief Kris Nahrgang Kawartha Nishnawbe First Nation P.O Box 1432 Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0

Consultation Unit Métis Nation of Ontario 500 Old St. Patrick Street, Unit D Ottawa, ON K1N 9G4

Mr. Richard Saunders, Director, Aboriginal and Management Branch Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs 720 Bay Street, 4th Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2K1

Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs Toronto, ON

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Mr. Martin Rukavina, Team Lead Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs Aboriginal and Ministry Relationships 160 Bloor Street East, 9th Floor Toronto, ON M7A 2E6

Chief Tracy Gauthier Mississauga’s of Scugog Island 22521 Island Road Port Perry, ON L9L 1B6

Mr. Dave Mowat, Community Consultation Specialist Mississauga’s of Scugog Island 22521 Island Road Port Perry, ON L9L 1B6

Chief Bryan LaForme Mississauga’s of the New Credit First Nation 2789 Mississauga Road Hagersville, ON N0A 1H0

Mr. Peter Jones, Regional Director Office of Federal Interlocutor Room 1218 Ottawa, ON K1A 0H4

President Oshawa & Durham Region Metis Council 1288 Ritson Road, North, Suite 356 Oshawa, ON L1G 8B2

Mr. Rob Pilon, President, ODRMC Oshawa and Durham Region Métis Council 1288 Ritson Road North, Suite #356 Oshawa, ON L1G 8B2

President Peterborough & District Wapiti Metis Council

Mr. Raynald Chartrand, Deputy Head and Registrar Specific Claims Tribunal 427 Laurier Avenue West, 4th Floor Ottawa, ON K1R 7Y2

Director, Policy and Relationships Branch The Ontario Secretariat for Aboriginal Affairs 10 Wellington Street, Room 1310 Gatineau, QC K1A 0H4

Ms. Karry Sandy-McKenzie, Barrister & Solicitor Williams Treaty First Nations 8 Creswick Court Barrie, ON L4M 2J7

Grand Chief Konrad Sioui Huron-Wendat Nation Council 255 place Chef-Michel-Laveau Wendake, QC G0A 4V0

Mr. Miguel Ladouceur, Director of Capital, Maintenance and Planning Conseil scolaire Viamonde 116 Cornelius Parkway Toronto, ON M6L 2K5

Ms. Katherine Johnson, Supervisor of Transportation Durham Catholic District School Board 605 Rossland Road West Oshawa, ON L1J 7C4

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Mr. Nevzat Gurmen Durham College

Ms. Rachel Calvelli, President, The Student Association at Durham College & UOIT Durham College/UOIT 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4

Mr. Mark Joel, Superintendent of Education/Operations/Transportation/Leadership Development Durham District School Board 400 Taunton Road East Whitby, ON L1R 2K6

Ms. Kelly Mechoulan, CAO Durham Student Transportation Services 400 Taunton Road East Whitby, ON L1R 2K6

Ms. Ginette Vincelette, Technicienne de transport Francobus, Durham 138, rue Main Est, bureau 205 Welland, ON L3B 3W6

Mr. Ken Bright, Director, Campus Infrastructure & Sustainability UOIT

Mr. Steve McNenly, Deputy Chief/Assistant Director Durham Region Emergency Medical Services 4040 Anderson Street Whitby, ON L1R3P6

Mr. Stan MacLellan, Chief Administrative Officer Durham Region Police Services 605 Rossland Road East, Box 911 Whitby, ON L1N 0B8

Mr. Rob Kobayashi, Staff Sergeant Ontario Provincial Police, Whitby Detachment P.O. Box 57 Whitby, ON L1N 5R7

Mr. Steve Meringer, Fire Chief Oshawa Fire Service Headquarters 199 Adelaide Ave. W. Oshawa, ON L1J 7B1

Fisheries Protection Program Department of Fisheries and Oceans Eastern Ontario District 867 Lakeshore Road Burlington, ON L7R 4A6

Mr. Anthony Ambra City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Denny Boskovski City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Gary Carroll City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

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Mr. Doug Duffy City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Bill Grylls City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Murray Lapp City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Phil Lyon City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Brad Rosnak City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Mohan Toor City of Oshawa 50 Centre Street South, P.O. Box 624 Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Mr. Joel Chinn, Design Technologist City of Oshawa Engineering Services 50 Centre Street South 8th Floor, Rundle Tower, City Hall Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

Ms. Margaret Kish, Senior Planner City of Oshawa Municipal Heritage Committee, Planning Services 50 Centre Street South 8th Floor, Rundle Tower, City Hall Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7

A.L. Georgief, Commissioner Durham Region Department of Planning and Economic Development 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Durham Region Environmental Advisory Committee 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Warren Jibb, President Durham Region Federation of Agriculture 4441 Malcolm Road, RR 1 Nestleton, ON L0B 1L0

T. Gulinis, General Manager Durham Region Transit 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. Martin Ward, General Manager Durham Region Transit 605 Rossland Rd. E. Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Durham Region Transit - Oshawa/Clarington 710 Raleigh Avenue Oshawa, ON L1H 3T2

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C. Curtis, Commissioner Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Ms. Nancy Rutherford, Senior Planner Planning Department Durham Region Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee 605 Rossland Rd. E., P.O. Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Mr. K.K. Malcolmson, General Manager & CEO Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce 44 Richmond St. W., Suite 100 Oshawa, ON L1G 1C7

Mr. Chris Darling, Director, Development Review and Regulation Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority 100 Whiting Ave Oshawa, ON L1H 3T3

Mr. Perry Sisson, Director, Engineering and Field Operations Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority 100 Whiting Ave Oshawa, ON L1H 3T3

Ms. Diane Stephen, Chair Heritage Oshawa Advisory Committee

Oshawa Cycling Club [email protected]

Ms. Tammy Chung, District Planner Ministry of Natural Resources Peterborough District 300 Water Street., 1st Floor N, PO Box 7000 Peterborough, ON K9J 8M5

Ms. Debbie Pella Keen, District Manager Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora District 51 Bloomington Road West Aurora, ON L4G0L9

Ms. Melinda Thompson, Species at Risk Biologist Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora District 50 Bloomington Road West Aurora, ON L4G0L8

Mr. Dave Fumerton, District Manager, York Durham District Office Ministry of the Environment 230 Westney Road South, 5th Floor Ajax, ON L1S 7J5

Mr. George Karlos, Manager, Environmental Assessment Services Ministry of the Environment 2 St Clair Ave W, 12A Flr Toronto, ON M4V1L5

Mr. George Karlow, Manager, Environmental Assessment Services Ministry of the Environment Environmental Approvals Branch Floor 12A, 2 St. Clair Ave. W. Toronto, ON M4V 1L5

Mr. Jim Sherratt, Archaeology Review Officer Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Culture Programs Unit 401 Bay Street, Suite 1700 Toronto, ON M7A 0A7

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Tija Dirks, Director, Transportation Planning Branch Policy and Planning Division College Park 777 Bay St Suite 3000 Toronto, ON M7A 2J8

Mr. Greg Fallows, IM Manager - Engineering Bell Canada 15 Victoria Street, Floor 2 Oshawa, ON L1H 8W9

Mr. John La Chapelle c/o, Development & Municipal services Control Centre Bell Canada 100 Borough Drive, 5th Floor - Blue Scarborough, ON M1P 4W2

Ms. Elaine Oakley Bell Canada 100 Borough Drive, 5th Floor - Blue Scarborough, ON M1P 4W2

Mr. Bob Culetta, Mark-up Administrator Enbridge Gas 500 Consumer Road North York, ON M2J 1P8

Mark-ups Enbridge Gas

Mr. Bill Coldicott, Manager Land Services Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. P.O. Box 650 Scarborough, ON M1K 5E3

Ms. Anne Newman, Crossing Coordinator Enbridge Pipelines Inc. 801 Upper Canada Drive, P.O. Box 128 Sarnia, ON N7T 7H8

Hydro One

Ms. Nicole Ireland, Supervising Distribution Engineering Technician Hydro One 913 Crawford Drive Peterborough, ON K9J 3X1

Real Estate Administrator on behalf of Secretary Hydro One Networks Inc. Real Estate Services, Land Use Planning P.O. Box 4300 Markham, ON L3R 5Z5

Mr. Doug Daniels, Project Supervisor, Network Engineering, Outside Plant MTS Allstream 50 Worcester Rd Etobicoke, ON M9W 5X2

Mark-Ups MTS Allstream

Executive Vice-President, Law & Development Ontario Power Generation Inc. 700 University Avenue, 14th Floor Toronto, ON M5G 1X6

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Oshawa PUC Networks Inc.

Ms. Lori Bootsma, Manager, Design Oshawa PUC Networks Inc. 100 Simcoe Street South Oshawa, ON L1H 7M7

Mr. Mark Turney Oshawa PUC Networks Inc. 100 Simcoe Street South Oshawa, ON L1H 7M7

Mr. Stuart McAllister, Capital Utilities Coordinator Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rosslad Road East Whitby, ON L1N 0B7

Mr. Paul Gillespie, Land Agent Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department 605 Rosslad Road East Whitby, ON L1N 0B7

Ms. Cindy Ward Rogers Cable TV 301 Marwood Drive Oshawa, ON L1H 1J4

Mr. Glen Thompson, Systems Planner Rogers Telecommunication 301 Marwood Drive Oshawa, ON L1H 1J4

Ms. Adam Sheldon, Land Agent TransCanada Pipelines 11200 Weston Road, PO Box 790, Maple, ON L6A 1S7

Mr. Walter Watt Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. 45 Vogell Rd Richmond Hill, L4B 3P6

Stephen Vrantsidis Wellness & Information Coordinator Oshawa Senior Citizens Centres

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Conlin Road East from East of Simcoe Street North to West of Townline Road North

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study June 24,2014

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Welcome to

Public Information Centre No. 2

for

Conlin Road East from East of Simcoe Street North

To West of Townline Road North

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study

June 24, 2014

Please “sign in” so we can keep you updated on this study.

Please review the display materials and discuss your questions and ideas

with the Study Team.



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Purpose of the Environmental Assessment (EA) Study The purpose of the EA Study is to conduct a Schedule ‘C’ Class Environmental Assessment to identify short and long term

improvements to meet the anticipated travel needs along the corridor.

Study Objectives • To consider, evaluate and document improvement alternatives for Conlin Road East.

• Consulting with stakeholders to identify and resolve or mitigate issues of concern.

• To meet the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process to permit the City of Oshawa to proceed with

detail design and construction.

Purpose of the Public Information Centre The purpose of this Public Information Centre (PIC # 2) is to update the public on the study progress and provide interested and/or

potentially affected stakeholders with an opportunity to review the alternative design concepts and to provide input on the planning

and decision making process. This PIC will present information on the following:

• Class Environmental Assessment process.

• Review of problems/opportunities and preferred alternative solution.

• Alternative designs considered for the preferred alternative solution.

• Assessment and identification of the recommended alternative design.

• Next steps in the process.

Study Background



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• Many projects related to municipal water supply, sewers and transportation systems that are similar in nature are

carried out routinely, and have predictable and mitigable environmental effects, are investigated according to the

Municipal Engineers Association "Municipal Class Environmental Assessment” (Class EA) (2013).

• The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) process categorizes proposed municipal projects

according to their anticipated environmental impact, and requires increasingly stringent review requirements as

the magnitude of the anticipated environmental impact increases.

• This project will be conducted in compliance with Schedule C of the Municipal Engineers Association Class EA.

Phase 1

Identify

and Describe

the Problem(s)

Phase 2

Alternative

Planning

Solutions

Phase 3

Alternative Design

Concepts

For the Preferred

Solution

Phase 4

Environmental Study Report

Phase 5

Implementation

• Compile an Environmental Study

Report (ESR).

• Place ESR on public record for

review for 30 days.

• Notify the public and

government agencies of

completion of the ESR and of

the Part II Order provision in the

EA Act.

• Proceed to construction of the

project.

• Monitor environmental

provisions and commitments.

Problem Statement Preferred Solution ESR

Agency and

Stakeholder

Consultation

Agency and

Stakeholder

Consultation

• Identify reasonable alternative

planning solutions.

• Evaluate the alternative

solutions, taking into

consideration environmental and

technical factors.

• Identify a preferred solution to

the problem(s).

• Identify alternative designs to

implement the preferred

solution.

• Inventory natural, social/cultural

and economic environments.

• Identify the impact of the

alternative designs after

mitigation.

• Evaluate alternative designs.

• Identify a preferred design.

We Are Here

Preferred Design

Municipal Class EA Process



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Existing Key Features of Conlin Road East • Conlin Road East is designated as “Type B” arterial roadway, providing east-west travel on a two lane roadway with a posted

speed limit of 50 km/h through the Study Area.

• Currently, pedestrian facilities are discontinuous, with no cycling facilities within the Study Area.

• Conlin Road East at Grandview Street North, Harmony Road North and Wilson Road North are currently stop controlled

intersections.

• The intersection of Conlin Road East at Ritson Road North is signalized.

• Conlin Road has an urban cross section for 385 m east of the Simcoe Street North intersection, and a rural cross section to the

east study limit.

Study Area and Key Features



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Investigations in the following fields of study have been completed as part of

the Class EA: • Traffic

• Stage 1 Archaeology

• Built Heritage Property and Cultural Heritage Landscape

• Drainage & Hydrology / Storm Water Management

• Fisheries / Aquatic Habitat & Terrestrial Ecology

• Geomorphology

• Geotechnical / Pavement

• Landscape Design

• Structural

• Traffic Noise

Summary of Background Studies



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Problem/Opportunity Statement

Based on the review of existing and future conditions, as well as preliminary consultation with stakeholders, the following problems / opportunities have been identified:

Address existing and future traffic congestion;

Address the need for roadway geometrics to meet or exceed City design standards for an arterial road and address traffic

safety and operational deficiencies;

Consider lack of consistent pedestrian and cyclists facilities through the corridor;

Address intersection operations;

Address pavement condition;

Investigate watercourse crossings to address structural conditions, hydraulics and fish/animal passage needs;

Consider phased construction for interim horizon to meet the needs of Highway 407 opening;

Consider future transit facilities; and

Accommodate future municipal services and utilities within the ultimate right of-way.

Preferred Alternative Solution

The Preferred Alternative Solution to Widen Conlin Road East includes a combination of the following alternatives:

Intersection improvements

Cross section improvements

Improve pedestrian and cycling facilities.

Summary of PIC # 1



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Stormwater Management

Existing Drainage:

There are 6 watercourse crossings of which 2

are storm sewers and the remainder are culverts

or bridges.

There is an existing storm sewer servicing the

urbanized portion of Conlin Road between the

western study area limit and Ritson Road North.

East of Ritson Road North, drainage is via

roadside ditches.

Proposed Drainage:

There will be an increase in storm runoff peak

flows and drainage volumes where the road is

widened.

Stormwater management (SWM) for ultimate

land use and road conditions is to be

accommodated with development SWM facilities,

apart from the existing urbanized section which

would drain to existing SWM Facilities, proposed

Oil / Grit Separators or other innovative

technologies for managing stormwater.



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Structure No. Creek Structure Location Drainage

Area (ha) Existing Size / Type Proposed Size / Type

C1 East Oshawa Tributary

(sewered) West of Bridle Road NA 450 mm sewer +/- N/A

C2 East Oshawa east

Branch

East of Bridle Road and west of

Avalon Street 3871.08

15.5 m by 8 m Bridge

(+/-)

Extend existing to

21.5 m by 8 m (+/-)

C3

(Tributary 1)

East Oshawa Tributary

(sewered) West of Ritson Road North 122.32

1650 mm diameter

storm sewer N/A

C3

New

East Oshawa Tributary

(culvert)

East of Ritson Road North

132.84 N/A

Twin 3.33 m by 1.2 m

Box Culverts

(or equivalent)

C4 East Oshawa Tributary East of Wilson Road North 237.29 3.6 m by 3 m Closed

Box Culvert

New header walls at

each culvert end

C5 Harmony West of Grandview Road North 203.6 8.0 m by 1.7 m Open

Box Culvert N/A

C6 Harmony East of Grandview Street North and

west of Townline Road North 432.40

7.32.m by 1.65 m Open

Box Culvert

New header walls at

each culvert end




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The following Alternative Design Concepts were considered as ways of implementing the preferred solution of Widening

Conlin Road East:

1. Intersection Control Alternatives

Alternative 1: Signalized Intersections

Alternative 2: Roundabouts

2. Cross Section Alternatives

Alternative 1: Rural Cross Section

Alternative 2: Urban Cross Section

3. Active Transportation Facility Alternatives

Alternative 1: Maintain existing with no facilities

Alternative 2: On Road Bike Lanes

Alternative 3: Off Road Multi - use Path (MUP)

Alternative Design Concepts



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C2 - Oshawa Creek East Branch

Glover Bridge is proposed to be widened to the north by 6.0 m to accommodate the additional through traffic lanes

and the proposed sidewalk on the north side.

Structural



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The following intersection control alternatives were considered at the Conlin Road East and Wilson

Road North intersection:

Intersection Control Alternatives

Alternative 1: Signalized Intersection Alternative 2: Roundabout.



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The following intersection control alternatives were considered at the Conlin Road East and Grandview

Street North intersection:

Alternative 1: Signalized Intersection Alternative 2: Roundabout.




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Evaluation Criteria Alternative 1 Signalized Intersections Alternative 2 Roundabouts

Transportation / Technical Partially Preferred Preferred

Corridor Capacity and Level of Service Meets LOS requirements for capacity. Requires through traffic to stop when signal is red. Minor traffic delays during construction.

Meets LOS requirements for capacity with fewer delays. Requires traffic to yield at times.

Slower speeds through intersection vs. signalized intersection when light is green for through traffic. Higher delays during construction.

Safety Potential for more severe (head-on or t-bone type) collisions at higher speeds. Less severe (side swipe type) collisions at lower speeds.

Accommodation for Pedestrian and Cyclists Design will accommodate both pedestrian and cyclist usage. Design will accommodate both pedestrian and cyclist usage.

Construction Disruption Some minor disruption to traffic at the intersection during construction. Considerable disruption to traffic at the intersection during construction

Stormwater Management Impacts Slight increase in stormwater runoff and potential for impacts on water quality which can both

be effectively mitigated through design controls.

Slight increase in stormwater runoff and potential for impacts on water quality which can both be effectively mitigated through design controls.

Socio-Economic Partially Preferred Preferred

Noise Impacts Planned residential and community land uses at the quadrants of the intersection. Residences

closer to the intersection may experience slightly higher sound levels as compared to that near a roundabout.

Planned residential and community land uses at the quadrants of the intersection.

Residences closer to the roundabout may experience slightly lower sound levels as compared to that near a signalized intersection.

Aesthetics and Streetscape Minor potential to improve aesthetics and streetscaping. More potential to improve aesthetics and streetscaping within roundabout circle

Air Quality Marginal improvement to future air quality due to reduction in congestion. Higher emissions and fuel consumption during red signal.

Improvement to future air quality due to reduction in congestion. Traffic not required to stop for signals thus lower emissions and fuel consumption.

Natural Environment Partially Preferred Partially Preferred

Impact on Provincially Significant Wetlands,

Areas of Natural or Scientific Interest, or Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs)

No naturally significant areas were identified at Wilson St. N.

Minor hedgerow, tree and shrub removal required at Grandview St. N.

No naturally significant areas were identified at Wilson St. N.

Minor hedgerow, tree and shrub removal required at Grandview St. N.

Wildlife, Vegetation, Aquatic Species and Habitat

Eastern Meadowlark and Barn Swallows were reported in the area. The works would cause

minimal disturbance.

Eastern Meadowlark and Barn Swallows were reported in the area. The works would cause


Costs Partially Preferred Partially Preferred

Utility Relocation Utility relocation would be required Utility relocation would be required

Capital and Operating Costs Slightly lower capital cost, but higher operating cost. Slightly higher capital cost but lower operating cost.

Property Requirement Similar overall property requirements Similar overall property requirements

Recommendation Not carried forward for further consideration Carried forward as part of the recommended solution



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The following cross section alternatives were considered along Conlin Road:

Alternative 1: Rural Cross Section Alternative 2: Urban Cross Section

Cross Section Alternatives



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Assessment of

Cross Section Alternatives

Evaluation Criteria Alternative 1 Rural Cross Section Alternative 2 Urban Cross Section

Transportation / Technical Less Preferred Preferred

Corridor Capacity and Level of Service Meets LOS requirements for capacity. Minor traffic delays during construction. Meets LOS requirements for capacity. Minor traffic delays during construction.

Safety Potential for vehicles to veer off-road into the ditch. Provides curb and gutter to act as physical barrier for slow moving vehicles.

Accommodation for Pedestrian and Cyclists Cyclists will travel on the paved shoulders of the road separated by a paint line. Sidewalk to

be provide behind the ditch.

Provides physical separation between vehicles with cyclist/ pedestrians with opportunities for

implementation of sidewalks and multi-use paths.

Stormwater Management Impacts Stormwater to be conveyed via roadside ditches. Stormwater to be conveyed via storm sewers.

Socio-Economic and

Natural Environment Partially Preferred Preferred

Archaeological / Cultural Heritage Resources Potential impacts to archaeological and built heritage where widening would occur Potential impacts to archaeological and built heritage where widening would occur

Aesthetics and Streetscape Minor potential to improve aesthetics and streetscaping Improve aesthetics and streetscaping within boulevard area.

Impact on Provincially Significant Wetlands,

Areas of Natural or Scientific Interest, or

Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs)

Minor impacts with road widening More impact dues to wider roadway platform.

Wildlife, Vegetation, Aquatic Species and

Habitat

Eastern Meadowlark and Barn Swallow were reported in the area. The works would cause


Eastern Meadowlark and Barn Swallow were reported in the area. The works would cause


Costs Preferred Partially Preferred

Utility Relocation Utility relocation would be required Utility relocation would be required

Capital Costs Lower capital costs Higher capital costs compared to Alternative 1

Property Requirement Potential property acquisition required Potential for more property requirements compared to Alternative 1

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The following active transportation facility alternatives were considered along Conlin Road:

Active Transportation Facility Alternatives

Alternative 2: On Road Bike Lanes

Alternative 3: Off Road Multi - use Path (MUP)

Alternative 1: Maintain Existing With No Facilities



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Active Transportation Facility Alternatives

Evaluation Criteria Alternative 1 No Facilities Alternative 2 Bike Lanes Alternative 3 Off Road MUP

Technical/ Transportation Less Preferred Partially Preferred Preferred

Roadway Constraints/

Constructability

No constraints. Construction to be completed as part of roadway

reconstruction on Conlin Road.





Vehicle/ Cyclist Separation

Bicycle Traffic Operations Forces cyclists to share the road with vehicles. Vehicles and cyclists separated by pavement markings. Physical separation between vehicles and cyclists.

Vehicular Traffic Operations More impact to traffic operations as cyclists share the road with

vehicles.

Minor impact to vehicle operation with cyclists adjacent to traffic

lanes. No impact to vehicle operation as cyclists operate off road.

Environmental Impacts Preferred Partially Preferred Partially Preferred


Impacts

No increase in stormwater runoff and potential for impacts on

water quality.

Slight increase in stormwater runoff and potential for impacts on

water quality which can both be effectively mitigated through

design controls.

Slight increase in stormwater runoff and potential for impacts on

water quality which can both be effectively mitigated through

design controls.

Environmental/ Vegetation

Impacts No vegetation removal will be required. Vegetation removal will be required .

Similar requirements as compared to Alternative 2.

Costs Preferred Partially Preferred Partially Preferred

Utility Impacts No Utility relocation required. Utility relocation would be required. Utility relocation would be required.

Capital Cost No capital costs. Highest capital cost. Highest capital cost: >1, <2.

Property Impacts No property impacts. Similar property requirements as compared to Alternative 3. Similar property requirements as compared to Alternative 2.

Recommendation Not carried forward for further consideration Not carried forward for further consideration Carried forward as part of the recommended solution



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Key Elements of the preliminary Recommended Alternative Design include:

Widen Conlin Road East to 4 through lanes between Simcoe Street North and Grandview Street North

Intersection improvements including roundabouts at Wilson Road North and Grandview Street North

Reconstruct Conlin Road with an urban cross-section (curb and gutter).

Provide continuous cycling and pedestrian facilities, including multi-use paths and sidewalks

Widening of the existing Oshawa Creek East Branch bridge structure by 6m to the north to accommodate

proposed roadway platform

Stormwater management /drainage system improvements

Landscaping / Streetscaping / Streetlighting

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Methodology

A Noise Impact Assessment was undertaken by computing noise levels at the outdoor living area (OLA) of a

number of existing and future residence locations, based on the following:

Noise model used for the assessment of MOE STAMSON (ORNAMENT procedure).

Noise assessment completed based on future traffic forecast year of 2031 (i.e., using traffic data 10 years after the completion of

the project as minimum).

Two scenarios modelled for the assessment:

1. Traffic noise impact without project.

2. Traffic noise impact with project.

Noise assessment include 248 dwellings, including dwellings in the future subdivisions, represented by 11 noise receptors along

Conlin Road East.

Criteria Used for the Assessment

Ontario Ministry of Environment (MOE) and Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Noise Protocols were used as guidance to

determine impacts and need for mitigation.

Mitigation is required only if the increase in sound levels is >5 dB or the absolute sound level predicted at the receptors is >65

dBA

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Noise Receptor Locations

PLACE HOLDER

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Noise Assessment Results

Expected increase in traffic noise levels (With Project - Without Project) along with the absolute sound levels are

predicted at all modelled noise receptors.

Noise mitigation measures are not required as the predicted sound levels meet the criteria limits.

Future Noise Levels With and Without the Undertaking

Receptor

ID Description

Approx. # of

Residences

Represented

Future “Build”

Leq(16h) dBA

Future “No-Build”

Leq (16h) dBA

Change (“Build” -

“No-Build”) dB

NR01 Single Family Home N. of Conlin Rd at Simcoe Rd N 41 59.6 56.5 3.1

NR02 Single Family Home S. of Conlin Rd at Simcoe Rd N 5 64.6 62.9 1.7

NR03 Single Family Home North of Conlin Rd at Avalon Ct 14 59.4 55.9 3.5

NR04 Single Family Home South of Conlin Rd at Elmwood Ct 25 57.6 57.0 0.6

NR05 Single Family Home North of Conlin Rd at Ritson Rd N 22 60.0 58.3 1.7

NR06 Single Family Home South of Conlin Rd at Ritson Rd N 17 60.4 58.7 1.7

NR07 Single Family Home South of Conlin Rd between Ritson Rd N

and Wilson Rd N 9 55.9 53.0 2.9

NR08 Single Family Home South of Conlin Rd in the New

Subdivision East of Wilson Rd N 31 57.0 54.9 2.1


Subdivision West of Harmony Rd N 35 58.9 56.8 2.2


Subdivision East of Grandview Rd N 18 55.8 54.9 0.8


Subdivision West of Townline Rd N 31 49.9 49.9 0.0

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Improvements on Conlin Road East are determined based on forecast years 2016, 2021 and 2031.

2016 Improvements

Widening of Conlin Road East to 4 lanes between Simcoe Street North and Ritson Road North.

Intersection improvements including roundabouts at Ritson Road North, Wilson Road North and Grandview Street

North.

2021 Improvements

Improvements completed for 2016 are sufficient for the forecast year. No additional work required.

2031 Improvements

Widen Conlin Road East to 4 lanes between Ritson Road North and Grandview Street North.

Intersections improvements including addition of turning lanes at all major intersections.

Other improvements including urbanizing between Grandview Street North and Townline Road North will be

completed as development proceeds and as funding is available.

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Potential Impact Commitments

Natural Features

• Detailed design to comply with storm water management plan.

• Schedule vegetation removal to avoid disturbance to breeding birds

and nests.

• Develop and apply erosion and sedimentation control strategy.

• Restore disturbed areas/habitat to natural or better conditions.

• Apply Best Management Practices to minimize impacts.

• Temporary in-water works will be completed during the open timing

window for fish.

Species of

Concern

• Rare plants (if any) are to be marked on design drawings to ensure

that proposed project activities do not potentially impact the plants.

• Design considerations at proposed roundabouts will be

reviewed to provide the least impact to Barn Swallow and Eastern

Meadowlark habitat.

Traffic and access to

residences & businesses

during construction

• Minimize construction duration (working days).

• Traffic Management Plans will be developed.

• Construction will be staged to maintain road access.

• Affected road users and property owners will be notified in advance

(e.g. signage, notices), as to construction schedule/ duration.

• Access to adjacent properties will be maintained during construction.

Temporary impacts (e.g.

noise, dust, vibration) to

adjacent properties.

• Contractor will be required to adhere to local noise by-laws.

• Dust control by spraying water/calcium chloride/street sweeping.

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Receive public comments by July 8, 2014

Review and confirm design alternatives and assessment in light of comments received from the

public and agencies to date, and confirm or modify designs

Complete detailed impact analysis

Develop proposals for mitigation of negative effects

Prepare and file Environmental Study Report - late summer early fall 2014.

Next Steps



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• Complete a comment sheet

• By Mail

• By Phone

• By Fax

• By e-mail

Please submit comments no later than

July 8, 2014

Thank you for your participation!

Mr. Kevin Wilson, P. Eng.

Project Manager

City of Oshawa

50 Centre Street South

Oshawa, Ontario L1H 3Z7

Phone: 905-436-3311 x 2462

Toll Free: 1-800-667-4292

Fax: 905-436-5694

Email: [email protected]

Mr. David Sinke, P. Eng.

Consultant Project Manager

AMEC Environment & Infrastructure

3215 North Service Road

Burlington, ON L7N 3G2

Phone: 905-335-2353

Toll Free: 1-866-751-2353

Fax: 905-335-1414

Email: [email protected]

How to Provide Your Comments

August 28, 2014 Our File: 113039-12

Grant and Lynn Alexander 500 Conlin Road East Oshawa, ON L1H 7K5 [email protected]

Dear Sir and Madam,

RE: Conlin Road East East of Simcoe Street North to West of Townline Road North Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study

Thank you for submitting your comments related to the Conlin Road East Municipal Class

Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study. Your comments are an important part of the

Class EA process, and will be considered throughout the refinement of the preferred design.

In your comments you expressed a concern about the loss of two very large mature trees on the

front of your property. We have reviewed proposed limit of grading relative to the location of the

trees and have confirmed that based on the current preliminary design it should be possible to

avoid impact to or removal of the trees. A more detailed review by a qualified arborist, in

conjunction with the preparation of a tree preservation plan, will be prepared at the detailed

design phase of this project.

In your comments, you noted that you expect the proposed changes will make it more difficult to

exit your driveway. With widening of Conlin Road from two lanes to four lanes, conditions for

turning from and entering into the traffic lanes to and from your home on the north side of Conlin

Road should be improved, as traffic volumes will be split between two lanes. Should you

continue to have a concern regarding exiting your driveway, the City may consider construction

of a “hammer head” turnaround bay, on your property, at your request.

You noted a concern with respect to a possible increase in traffic noise as a result of the

improvements. A Noise Impact Assessment was undertaken by computing noise levels at the

outdoor living area (backyards) of residence locations. Two scenarios were modelled for the

assessment: traffic noise impact without the project and traffic noise impact with the project.

The noise assessment included 248 dwellings, represented by 11 noise receptors along Conlin

Road East. Mitigation is required only if the increase in sound levels is >5 dB or the absolute

sound level predicted at the receptors is >65 dBA. The results of the analysis indicate an

increase in noise levels from 58.3 dBA to 60.0 dBA, at your house, which does not warrant

noise mitigation.

With respect to your concern regarding high speeds on this section of road, the City of Oshawa

will continue to monitor the situation, in conjunction with police enforcement. Should conditions

not improve the City will consider installation of additional signage including the use of radar

speed signs.

Improvements to Conlin Road are being considered as a result of planned growth approved in

the City of Oshawa’s Official Plan. The study is following the Municipal Class EA process,

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which requires comprehensive consultation with stakeholders, consideration of issues raised,

and avoidance or mitigation of impacts where possible. The intent of the study is to balance the

interests of all stakeholders, including but not limited to long standing and new property owners,

local institutions, businesses, roadway users and environmental review agencies. The City will

continue to consult with stakeholders through the remainder of the study process and into the

detailed design phase to hear and address their concerns.

Your comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA. We trust that this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited Per: David Sinke, P. Eng. Principal, Transportation Engineering c.c. Kevin Wilson City of Oshawa Felix Wong AMEC Danny Stone AMEC P:\Work\TP113039\corr\Letters\Response Letters\PICNo.2\14-07-07 Alexander Rspns.doc re: 14-07-024 CS Alexander

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Mark Bassingthwaite 973 Ormond Drive Oshawa, ON L1K 3C1 [email protected]

Dear Mr. Bassingthwaite:





In your comments you inquired about the need to expand Conlin Road to four lanes. The

preferred design as presented at the Public Information Centre is to widen Conlin Road to four

lanes from east of Simcoe Street to Grandview Street North, and to construct a two lane urban

roadway from Grandview Street North to west of Townline Road. The project team has

completed a review of projected traffic conditions, based on traffic projections for future

development, for various lane configurations for Conlin Road. The review has concluded that

significant congestion will occur with future build out of the Kedron and Windfields developments

plus the additional traffic related to the opening of Highway 407, if Conlin Road is not widened to

four lanes. This assessment takes into account planned improvements to other City and

Regional roads within the local network.

In your comments you noted your concern regarding pedestrian crossing safety, particularly in

the vicinity of Camp Samac. The City has confirmed that traffic signals are currently being

installed at the intersection of Conlon Road and Bridle Road. This new traffic signal will provide

an additional opportunity for controlled pedestrian crossing of Conlin Road. The City shares

your concern regarding pedestrian safety and will monitor pedestrian volumes following

construction to determine if additional facilities could be warranted. One possible additional

solution could be a potential pedestrian crosswalk near the camp Samac entrance.

In your comments you inquired about the proposed posted speed limit, and expressed concern

with regards to excessive speeds. The posted speed limit will remain at 50 kph throughout the

limits of the project. This is the typical speed for Type ‘B’ Arterial roads in an urban environment

across the City and the Region. With respect to your concern regarding high speeds, the City of

Oshawa will continue to monitor the situation, in conjunction with police enforcement. Should

conditions not improve the City will consider installation of additional signage including the use

of radar speed signs.

You also note a concern regarding the proposed lane widths. The proposed four lane cross

section consists of 3.5 m inside lanes and 3.3 m curb lanes. The curb lane widths are

measured to the edge of pavement. With the width of the concrete gutter included, the total

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width of the curb lane is 3.75 m. This standard is the standard for a four lane cross section

applied by both the City of Oshawa and Region of Durham.

In your comments you suggested that bus bays should be constructed along the corridor. The

study team has been corresponding with Durham Transit. To date, no recommendation for bus

bays has been received; however, the study team has requested confirmation of Durham

Transit’s preference.

You also expressed a concern regarding the ability of buses to safely and comfortably negotiate

roundabouts. Roundabouts are designed to accommodate buses without encroaching on the

apron in the centre of the roundabout. Modern roundabouts are designed to slow traffic, and

consequently, bus traffic will negotiate the roundabout at slow speeds, maintaining the stability

of the bus.

Finally, you note a concern regarding potential closure of the Camp Samac on Simcoe Street,

and the consequent impact to the operation of the Conlin Road entrance. The study team has

corresponded with representatives of Camp Samac to confirm plans for access to this site.

Scouts Canada has confirmed that neither the Simcoe Street nor the Conlin Road entrances are

planned to be closed.








detailed design phase to hear and address their concerns. Your comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA. We trust that this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited Per: David Sinke, P. Eng. Principal, Transportation Engineering c.c. Kevin Wilson City of Oshawa

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Isiah Joseph 1985 Secretariat Pl Oshawa, ON L1L 1C8 [email protected]

Dear Mr. Joseph:

RE: Conlin Road East, from East of Simcoe Street North to West of Townline Road North

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study




In your comments you inquired about provision of safe crosswalks on Conlin Road, particularly

at the west end of the project. The City has confirmed that traffic signals are currently planned

for the intersection of Conlin Road and Bridle Road. The City shares your concern regarding

pedestrian safety and will monitor pedestrian volumes following construction to determine if

additional facilities could be warranted. One possible additional solution could be a potential

pedestrian cross-walk near the Camp Samac entrance.









Your comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA. We trust that this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited

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Tracy Manko 316 Conlin Road, East Oshawa, ON L1H 7K5 [email protected]

Dear Tracy Manko:











You also noted a concern regarding snow storage with a widened four lane cross section. In

general, a boulevard will be provided between the sidewalk and the roadway, to accommodate

snow storage. Where it is not possible to provide a boulevard, and the sidewalk must be located

immediately adjacent to the curb, a widened sidewalk will be provided.







In your comments you question the need for the multi use trail proposed along the south side of

Conlin Road. Active Transportation is a key component of the City of Oshawa’s Integrated

Transportation Master Plan (ITMP). Conlin Road East from its western terminus (beyond

Anderson Street), to west of Townline Road North is identified as a local secondary cycling

route in the City and Regional Cycling Plans. Based on future development, provisions for

cycling and pedestrian facilities, such as multi-use paths and sidewalks, are recommended as

part of the proposed improvements. Although the current numbers of pedestrians and cyclists is

low, these numbers will increase significantly with the future University of Ontario Institute of

Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) expansion and other area developments (e.g.

Windfields, Kedron, Samac and Taunton Planning Area and Northwood Industrial Park) in and

around the study area.

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Finally, you note a concern regarding traffic to and from Camp Samac. The study team is

corresponding with representatives of Camp Samac to confirm plans for access to this site, and

to determine the need for appropriate changes to the Conlin Road entrance, if any. Scouts

Canada has confirmed that neither the Simcoe Street nor the Conlin Road entrances are

planned to be closed.









Your comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA. We trust that this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited Per: David Sinke, P. Eng. Principal, Transportation Engineering c.c. Kevin Wilson City of Oshawa Felix Wong AMEC Danny Stone AMEC P:\Work\TP113039\corr\Letters\Response Letters\PICNo.2\14-08-22 Manko Rspns.doc re: 14-06-25 Manko

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Ron Siblock 366 Conlin Road, East Oshawa, ON L1H 7K5

Dear Mr. Siblock:





In your comments you inquired about high speeds on this section of road. The City of Oshawa

will continue to monitor the situation, in conjunction with police enforcement. Should conditions

not improve the City will consider installation of additional signage including the use of radar

speed signs.

In your comments you also inquired about of crosswalks on Conlon Road at Manor Drive. The

City has confirmed that traffic signals are currently being installed at the intersection of Conlin

Road and Bridle Road. In addition, signals are planned at the intersection of Conlin Road and

Ritson Road, however signals are not planned at this time at Manor Drive. The City shares your

concern regarding pedestrian safety and will monitor pedestrian volumes following construction

to determine if additional facilities could be warranted. One additional possible solution could be

a potential crosswalk at Camp Samac.

You also noted a concern with respect to bus stop traffic with the addition of added lanes. By

widening the roadway from two lanes to four lanes, interference with traffic flow from stopping

buses will be reduced, resulting in less traffic congestion.









Your comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA.

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William Skribe 490 Conlin Road, East Oshawa, ON L1H 75K [email protected]

Dear Mr. Skribe:





In your comments you noted that you find the width of the proposed roadway excessive. The

preferred design as presented at the Public Information Centre is to widen Conlin Road to four

lanes from east of Simcoe Street to Grandview Street North, and to construct a two lane urban

roadway from Grandview Street North to west of Townline Road. The project team has

completed a review of projected traffic conditions, based on both traffic counts of existing traffic

and on traffic projections for future development, for various lane configurations for Conlin

Road. The review has concluded that significant congestion will occur with future build out of

the Kedron and Windfields developments plus the additional traffic related to the opening of

Highway 407, if Conlin Road is not widened to four lanes. This assessment takes into account

planned improvements to other City and Regional roads within the local network.

As part of our review of comments provided at the second Public Information Centre, the study

team has reviewed the design of the west approach to Ritson Road. The need for the left turn

lane has been reviewed, and it has been confirmed that without the eastbound left turn lane,

congestion will occur for future conditions. The study team has reviewed the length of the

eastbound left turn lane and has been able to reduce the total length, minimizing widening for

several properties west of Ritson Road North. We note, however, that this is a Regional

intersection and any further improvements would be decided at the Regional level.







In your comments you question the need for the multi use trail proposed along the south side of

Conlin Road. Active Transportation is a key component of the City of Oshawa’s Integrated

Transportation Master Plan (ITMP). Conlin Road East from its western terminus (beyond

Anderson Street), to west of Townline Road North is identified as a local secondary cycling

route in the City and Regional Cycling Plans. Based on future development, provisions for

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cycling and pedestrian facilities, such as multi-use paths and sidewalks, are recommended as

part of the proposed improvements. Although the current numbers of pedestrians and cyclists is

low, these numbers will increase significantly with the future University of Ontario Institute of

Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) expansion and other area developments (e.g.

Windfields, Kedron, Samac and Taunton Planning Area and Northwood Industrial Park) in and

around the study area.

In your comments you question if coordination with utility companies has been completed. The

study team has circulated all project correspondence to the various utility companies to keep

them up to date on the preliminary design development. Drawings have been received back

from utility companies and a preliminary assessment of impacts has been completed. A more

detailed conflict plan will be completed at the detailed design phase of the project.





additional facilities could be warranted. One possible solution could be a potential pedestrian

cross-walk near the Camp Samac entrance.

In your comments you inquired about the proposed posted speed limit, and expressed concern

with regards to excessive speeds. The posted speed limit will remain at 50 kph throughout the

limits of the project. This is the typical speed for Type ‘B’ Arterial roads in an urban environment

across the City and the Region. With respect to your concern regarding high speeds, the City of

Oshawa will continue to monitor the situation, in conjunction with police enforcement. Should

conditions not improve the City will consider installation of additional signage including the use

of radar speed signs.

You also expressed a concern about the loss of a mature tree on the front of your property. We

have reviewed the proposed limit of grading relative to the location of the tree and have

confirmed that based on the current preliminary design it should be possible to avoid impact to

or removal of the tree. A more detailed review by a qualified arborist, in conjunction with the

preparation of a tree preservation plan, will be prepared at the detailed design phase of this

project.

You have also enquired about compensation for purchase of property required for the

improvements. Typically during the detailed design phase, property purchase representatives

would contact you to discuss and negotiate purchase of any required property. The value paid

would be based on the appraised fair market value.

Finally, you have raised a question regarding moving traffic up to Winchester Road. Conlin

Road is designated as an arterial roadway in the City’s Official Plan. Traffic from local roads in

the area, including current traffic and traffic generated from future development, will use Conlin

Road for direct access to and from these local roads. The traffic forecast completed as part of

the study shows that widening Conlin Road to 4 lanes is necessary to accommodate the traffic

volumes. Widening of Winchester Road will not satisfy this requirement for direct access and

even without improvements, traffic will continue to use Conlin Road in preference to Winchester

Road or Taunton Road, leading to significant congestion.

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Your comments provided for this study and this response will be incorporated into the

Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be

notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing

of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of

the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in

accordance with the requirements of the Class EA. We trust that this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited Per: David Sinke, P. Eng. Principal, Transportation Engineering c.c. Kevin Wilson City of Oshawa Felix Wong AMEC Danny Stone AMEC P:\Work\TP113039\corr\Letters\Response Letters\PICNo.2\14-08-22 Skribe Rspns.doc re: 14-06-29 Skribe

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Rob Templeton 535 Sandalwood Court Oshawa, ON L1G 7X9 [email protected]

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Your comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA.

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We trust that this addresses your concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited Per: David Sinke, P. Eng. Principal, Transportation Engineering c.c. Kevin Wilson City of Oshawa Felix Wong AMEC Danny Stone AMEC P:\Work\TP113039\corr\Letters\Response Letters\PICNo.2\14-08-22 Templeton Rspns.doc re: 14-06-24 CS Templeton

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PETITION FOR PROJECT: CONLIN ROAD EAST FROM EAST OF SIMCOE STREET NORTH TO WEST OF TOWNLINE ROAD NORTH AS PRESENTED AT PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE 2 ON JUNE 24,2014 5., '"' 6 ::i q / f 'I

NOTE: RESIDENTS OF SAID AREA OBJECT TO THE OUTLINED PROPOSAL FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:

1. Current 3 lane road with abnormally high traffic flow forces many residents to back into our driveways as re-entry, by backing out into traffic, impedes dangerously on traffic flow.

2. Presently, traffic speeds are not being controlled even though the posted speed of 50 KPH is displayed. 3. Large gravel trucks (along with attached pups), school and city buses and emergency vehicle traffic fly by at all hours of

the night as well as through the daytime hours. 4. Bus stops located on both sides of Conlin Road where children need to cross 3 lanes are already hazardous. While you

propose increasing the road width to 4 - 6 lanes you have made no allowances for automatic or manual pedestrian controls anywhere on Conlin Road.

5. A high pressure, 12 inch, natural gas line flows along the full length of this area, 3 1h feet off the north sidewalk, down approx. 10 feet in depth. Will the large heavy traffic flow create potential danger to pipe damage.

6. Why are both left and right turning lanes necessary at the Ritson Road intersection causing major destruction of the front yards of the first 7 homes west of Ritson Road as well as destroying long, established 40 year old trees?

7. Why are changes proposed for Conlin Road when Britannia Road already has been widened and connected to Simcoe Street with a proposal to extend Britannia further westward to Thickson Road, Anderson Ave. and eventually, Highway 12 (Baldwin Ave.) within Whitby?

8. Why is a 12 foot wide, multi purpose sidewalk being included in this proposal when property is not readily available without expropriation?

9. What accommodation has been made for snow removal from Conlin Road? It is currently plowed onto the boulevards. 10. You have not coordinated with Hydro, the Region or the School Board in any of this proposal.

In closing, we feel you have not done due diligence concerning the project and more time is necessary to come up with a plan that will benefit not only UOIT but also the residents of this community who have been paying taxes for 50 - 60 years.

NOTE: The following Conlin Road residents object to the designed proposal as presented.

AMEC Environment & Infrastructure A division of AMEC Americas Limited 3215 North Service Road Burlington, Ontario Canada L7N 3G2 Tel (905) 335-2353 Fax (905) 335-1414

September 9, 2014 Our File: 113039-12

MACMILLAN, ADRIANA MARIA H 80 SAMAC TRAIL OSHAWA, ON L1G 7W1

Dear Madam:

RE: Conlin Road East East of Simcoe Street North to West of Townline Road North Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study The City of Oshawa received a petition itemizing ten concerns regarding the proposed improvements to Conlin Road. Your name and signature were listed on the petition. The Petition was presented to the Development Services Committee by Mr. Bill Skribe on Monday September 8, 2014. At the direction of the Committee, Oshawa staff will be consulting further with Mr. Skribe and any other stakeholder to address the concerns expressed. In the interim, the following responses have been prepared to explain the rationale for the design changes made through the study, and to inform you how the City will be addressing your concerns. 1. Current 3 lane road with abnormally high traffic flow forces many residents to back

into driveways, impeding traffic: With widening of Conlin Road from three lanes to four lanes, conditions for turning from and entering into the traffic lanes to and from the homes on Conlin Road will change. Should the change to four lanes not address the current difficulty, the City may consider construction of a “hammer head” turnaround bay, on your property, at your request.

2. Traffic speeds are currently not being controlled even though posted speed of 50kph is displayed: The posted speed limit will remain at 50 kph throughout the limits of the project. This is the typical speed for Type ‘B’ Arterial roads in an urban environment across the City and the Region. The City of Oshawa will continue to monitor the situation, in conjunction with police enforcement. Should conditions not improve the City will consider installation of additional signage, including the use of radar speed signs.

3. Large gravel trucks, buses and emergency vehicles fly by in daytime and night-time hours:

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Conlin Road is classified as an arterial roadway. The City has a mandate to accommodate trucks, buses and emergency vehicles on an arterial roadway. However, measures have been taken in the design to reduce truck speeds along Conlin Road. This includes the use of roundabouts at key intersections, which have been shown to be effective in slowing traffic.

4. Pedestrian crossing is hazardous. No provisions are made for safe crossing of the widened roadway. The City has confirmed that traffic signals are currently planned for the intersection of Conlin Road and Bridle Road. The City shares your concern regarding pedestrian safety and will monitor pedestrian volumes following construction to determine if additional facilities could be warranted. One possible solution could be a potential pedestrian cross-walk near the Camp Samac entrance.

5. A high pressure gas main exists in the north boulevard. Heavy traffic flow could result in pipe damage: The pipeline is located on the north side of Conlin Road and will mainly be located in the proposed boulevard (between the proposed curb and sidewalk). In some areas, the pipeline will be located under the proposed pavement. The study team has received information on the pipeline from Enbridge. During the detailed design phase, the pipeline will be exposed at intermittent points to confirm the location and elevation of the pipeline. The detailed design team will consult further with Enbridge to confirm if the location of the proposed roadway, relative to the pipeline is acceptable. If necessary, protection or relocation of short sections of the pipeline will be considered. This issue is a common issue that occurs on most roadway widening projects. In no case will a situation be accepted that compromises the pipeline integrity.

6. Why are both left and right turn lanes needed at Ritson Road, causing major destruction of the first 7 homes west of Ritson Road as well as destroying long established 40 year old trees. The need for the left turn lane has been reviewed, and it has been confirmed that without the eastbound left turn lane, congestion will occur for future conditions. The study team has reviewed the length of the eastbound left turn lane and has been able to reduce the total length, minimizing widening for several properties west of Ritson Road North. We note however that this is a Regional intersection and any further improvements would be decided at the Regional level. We have reviewed proposed limit of grading relative to the location of trees on the first 7 lots west of Ritson Road and have confirmed that based on the current revised preliminary design it should be possible to avoid impact to or removal of the trees. A more detailed review by a qualified arborist, in conjunction with the preparation of a tree preservation plan, will be prepared at the detailed design phase of this project.

7. Why are changes proposed for Conlin Road when Britannia Avenue already has been widened and connected to Simcoe Street with a proposal to extend Britannia further westward? The project team has completed a review of projected traffic conditions, based on both traffic counts of existing traffic and on traffic projections for future development, for various lane configurations for Conlin Road. The review has concluded that significant congestion will

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occur with future build out of the Kedron and Windfields developments plus the additional traffic related to the opening of Hwy. 407, if Conlin Road is not widened to four lanes. This assessment takes into account planned improvements to other City and Regional roads within the local network, including Britannia Avenue.

8. Why is a 12 foot wide multi use trail proposed along the south side of Conlin Road when property is not readily available? A 3.0m wide multi use path (9.8 feet, not 12 feet as stated in the petition) is proposed on the south side of Conlin Road. Active Transportation is a key component of the City of Oshawa’s Integrated Transportation Master Plan (ITMP). Conlin Road East from its western terminus (beyond Anderson Street), to west of Townline Road North is identified as a local secondary cycling route in the City and Regional Cycling Plans. Based on future development, provisions for cycling and pedestrian facilities, such as multi-use paths and sidewalks, are recommended as part of the proposed improvements. Although the current numbers of pedestrians and cyclists is low, these numbers will increase significantly with the future University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College (DC) expansion and other area developments (e.g. Windfields, Kedron, Samac and Taunton Planning Area and Northwood Industrial Park) in and around the study area. To provide the continuous facility along Conlin Road, some property taking is unavoidable due to the width of the existing roadway right-of-way. However, the design was reviewed to minimize property impact wherever possible. Further review will be undertaken during the detailed design phase to determine precise requirements for property purchase and if further reduction of property requirements can be achieved.

9. What accommodation has been made for snow storage within the widened four lane cross section. In general, a boulevard will be provided between the sidewalk and the roadway, to accommodate snow storage. Where it is not possible to provide a boulevard, and the sidewalk must be located immediately adjacent to the curb, a widened sidewalk will be provided.

10. The petition questioned if coordination with utility companies, the Region and the School Board has been completed. A key component of the study has been consultation with interested stakeholders (public and regulatory agencies) to provide an opportunity to review and discuss issues related to the project. All pertinent utilities, stakeholders and regulatory agencies have been contacted. The study team has circulated all project correspondence to the various utility companies to keep them up to date on the preliminary design development. Drawings have been received back from utility companies and a preliminary assessment of impacts has been completed. A more detailed conflict plan will be completed at the detailed design phase of the project.

11. Finally, the petition’s closing statement commented that the study benefits only UOIT

and not the residents of the community. Improvements to Conlin Road are being considered as a result of planned growth approved in the City of Oshawa’s Official Plan. The study is following the Municipal Class EA process,

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which requires comprehensive consultation with stakeholders, consideration of issues raised, and avoidance or mitigation of impacts where possible. The intent of the study is to balance the interests of all stakeholders, including but not limited to long standing and new property owners, local institutions, businesses, roadway users and environmental review agencies. The City will continue to consult with stakeholders through the remainder of the study process and into the detailed design phase to hear and address their concerns.

The petition comments and this response will be incorporated into the Environmental Study Report (ESR). Having expressed an interest in the project you will be notified by letter, at the address you provided, regarding the completion of the project, and filing of the ESR. The Notice of Study Completion will be placed in the local newspaper and copies of the ESR will be made available for viewing at locations to be determined for 30 days, in accordance with the requirements of the Class EA. We trust that this addresses the concerns. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions. Yours very truly, AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE a division of AMEC Americas Limited Per: David Sinke, P. Eng. Principal, Transportation Engineering c.c. Kevin Wilson City of Oshawa Felix Wong AMEC Danny Stone AMEC P:\Work\TP113039\corr\Letters\Response Letters\PICNo.2\Petition Letter\14-09-09 Conlin Petition Response.doc

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