Appendix A—Record of Consultation

IBI Group 5th Floor – 230 Richmond Street West Toronto ON M5V 1V6 Canada tel 416 596 1930 fax 416 596 0644

Memorandum

To/Attention Region of Peel AT Steering Date June 16, 2010 Committee From Neluka Leanage, IBI Group Project No 27691 cc Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group Steno nl Norma Moores, IBI Group Dylan Passmore, IBI Group

Subject Peel Region AT Study—Summary of Agency and Area Municipalities Workshop No. 1

Introduction A workshop with area municipalities and departmental representatives within the Region of Peel was held at the Region of Peel in Brampton on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 as part of the Region of Peel’s Active Transportation Study. The agenda was as follows: 9:30 AM Sign-in 9:35 AM Welcome and introductions 9:40 AM Opening remarks 9:45 AM Overview of AT Initiative: Phase 1 9:50 AM Overview of AT Initiative: Phase 2 • Purpose of the Plan • Policy Framework • Related Visions 10:00 AM Report on you and departmental activities • What are you doing to make active transportation safer, more comfortable and a viable choice to get around the Region? • Identify partners and discuss roles for the Region of Peel 10:45 AM Discuss opportunities and issues in the Region of Peel 11:15 AM Summation and next steps

Seventeen people participated in the meeting representing 12 different organizations from across the region in addition to IBI Group’s consulting team and the Region of Peel Project Manager. A list of participants and their affiliated organizations is shown in Table 1. IBI Group Memorandum 2

Region of Peel AT Steering Committee – June 16, 2010

Table 1: List of Participants and Affiliated Organizations

Name Organization Email

Chris Tschirhart Brampton Transit [email protected]

Louise Aubin Peel Public Health [email protected]

Kant Chawla Town of Caledon [email protected]

Jacqueline Svedas City of Brampton [email protected]

Vi Bvi York Region [email protected]

Steve Ganesh City of Mississauga [email protected]

Wayne Chan Region of Peel [email protected]

Peyun Kok Region of Peel Public Health [email protected]

Allethia Francis Peel Public Health - Injury Prevention [email protected]

Angela DeMaria Peel Public Health - School Health [email protected]

Keri Hyde-Baxter Region of Peel - Transportation [email protected]

Ashley North Region of Peel - Transportation [email protected]

Scott McIntyre City of Brampton [email protected]

Mike Bender Toronto and Region Conservation [email protected]

Richard Roberts City of Mississauga Community Services [email protected]

Kiran Ghai Peel Public Health [email protected]

Michael Canzi Ontario Ministry of Transportation [email protected]

Liz Brock Region of Peel [email protected]

Diane Stuart Region of Peel, CDIP-School Health [email protected]

Tom AppaRao provided a brief overview of the Region of Peel’s capacity for active transportation (AT), the study’s background, and main goals: • 2 in 10 trips currently are active modes yet 8 of 10 trips are less than 4km making them an easy cycling distance and potentially convertible to active modes • Peel Region AT Project Team is supported by Council and Council offers positive leadership and is cooperative • Peel Region AT Project Team is directing the AT Study – Phase I was the development of a marketing and communications strategy, with phase II being the development of an action plan (this is the phase currently underway) • Peel Region would like to build on what municipalities have already done or are doing and coordinate and plan development regionally • The deadline for the AT Study is Spring 2011 • This workshop is intended to hear about views, programs and policies, and to learn and adopt best practices IBI Group Memorandum 3

Region of Peel AT Steering Committee – June 16, 2010

Tom encouraged everyone to participate in bike to work week.

Overview of AT Initiative: Phase I Eric Chan explained that the Region of Peel has been implementing recommendations from Phase 1 (the marketing and communications strategy) including: • Walk and Roll Peel website • presenting recommendations to Council (who provided useful feedback) • launching an online interactive map to plan route Eric introduced Phase 2, the AT Study, as a region-wide plan to complement AT systems in municipalities.

Overview of AT Initiative: Phase 2 Norma Moores explained how regional AT plans differ from municipal AT plans and that remaining gaps and partnerships for implementation need to be identified. Norma Moores presented: • The AT Plan’s purpose and its three stages and its process • The provincial policy framework • Peel Region’s policies • Area municipalities policies and programs • Visions from other AT plans • The components of the pedestrian and bikeway system • AT-friendly policies, practices and programs A copy of the presentation is attached.

Report on Departmental and Area Municipalities Activities Activities reported by departments and area municipalities have been grouped under 30 categories shown in Table 2. A black circle indicates that an activity is being undertaken while a white circle indicates that an activity is under development or in the process of being approved.

Table 2: Summary of Departmental and Area Municipalities Activities

Activities

Department and Area Municipalities T or Bike Master Plan Group dvisory A Bikeway Network Promotional Programs Strategy Signage Quantitative Targets Coordination Policy Official Plan with AT/Health Multi-modal Planning TMP with AT Trail Network Safety Programs Winter Maintenance Planning Route/Trip A Transit Integration Review Planning Site Planning Trail/Pathway Ped-Cyclist View Partnerships Funding Audit/Design Trails Muni/Region Coordination Supportive Council Street Guidelines Educational Programs Walking School Bus/ASRTS Progress Monitoring Outreach/Events/Marketing New Ideas/Innovation Research and Data City of Brampton: • Pathways Planning ● ● ○ ● ● ● ● ○ ●

• Site plans and Subdivision Approvals • Transit City of Mississauga: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

• Cycling Master Planning • Strategic Policy Region of Peel: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● • Environmental Health

• Public Health • Transportation ● ● ● ● ● ●

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority ● ● ● ●

Town of Caledon Policy Planning ● ● ● ● ● ●

York Region ● indicates that an activity is being undertaken ○ indicates that an activity is under development or in the process of being approved

IBI Group Memorandum 5

Region of Peel AT Steering Committee – June 16, 2010

Issues, Opportunities, Potential Partnerships and Roles for the Region Throughout the discussion, representatives identified their top issues, and opportunities as well as partnerships and roles that they’d like to see from the study itself and from the Region of Peel. These are listed below.

Issues and Opportunities • Partnerships are important • Need for integration with nature • Show Councils that there may be funding from the health sector • Highway barriers pose a significant obstacle • Collaboration with health professionals is a positive experience • Need for funding • Need to work on societal change • Find “win-wins” • Opportunity to include air quality and benefits of emission reductions in promotion of the study • Funding is currently available from the Province, thus it will be important to complete the study on schedule in order to identify Peel Region funding needs as early as possible in case the fiscal climate changes

Potential Partnerships • Working with Regional Health.

What They’d Like from the Study • General recommendations and directions on how to best shape land use planning at a regional level that would impact transportation planning • Highway treatments and crossings, interchange standards • How this study will connect to all municipalities nearby despite different standards • Need a well integrated network • Need a comprehensive implementation plan

What Roles They’d Like to See the Region of Peel Play • Facilitating partnerships • Providing funding • Facilitating knowledge sharing, idea exploration/innovation and implementation • Facilitate the development of an integrated network • Facilitate the development of a united front to address behaviour shift • Facilitating the development of consistent messages across the region • Working in partnership to develop a base of knowledge that is shared • Facilitate information-sharing on what is occurring across the region IBI Group Memorandum 6

Region of Peel AT Steering Committee – June 16, 2010

Next Steps Norma Moores summarized the workshop and identified the contact information for the project managers the following locations and dates for the public information sessions:

Caledon Brampton Mississauga Albion Bolton Century Garden Mississauga Valley Community Centre Community Centre Community Centre Tuesday June 15, Wednesday June 16, Thursday June 17, 2010 2010 2010 6 - 9 p.m. 6 - 9 p.m. 6 - 9 p.m.

Welcome!

Agency and Area Municipal Staff Workshop No. 1 9:30 to 11:30 AM, June 1, 2010

Region of Peel AT Study

Agenda

9:30 AM Sign-in 9:35 AM Welcome and introductions 9:40 AM Opening remarks 9:45 AM AT Initiative: Phase 1 9:50 AM AT Initiative: Phase 2—Purpose of the Plan, policy framework and related visions 10:00 AM Report on you and your department: What are you doing to make active transportation safer, more comfortable and a viable choice to get around the Region? Identify partners and discuss roles for the Region of Peel 10:45 AM Discuss opportunities and issues in Region of Peel 11:15 AM Summation and Next Steps

Region of Peel AT Study

1 Phase 2: Active Transportation Plan

• Develop a regional vision and goals for active transportation • Recommend regional policies and guidelines • Recommend an integrated pedestrian and cycling network • Develop an implementation plan including “Quick Wins” and phasing of improvement • Develop guidelines for ongoing maintenance and monitoring

Region of Peel AT Study

Three Study Stages

• Stage 1: Background Working Paper (June 2010) • Stage 2: Active Transportation Plan (November 2010) • Stage 3: Implementation Strategy (January 2011) • Consultation Strategy and Liaison – 2 Agency / Municipal staff meetings – Stakeholder Workshop – 2 rounds Public Information Sessions – Local and Regional Council presentations (February - April 2011)

Region of Peel AT Study

2 Provincial Policy Framework

• Provincial Policy Statement 2005 • Places to Grow: Growth Plan for the GGH (2006) • The Big Move: Transforming Transportation in the GTHA (2008) • Ontario’s Action Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living (2006) • ACTIVE2010: Ontario’s Sport and Physical Activity Strategy • Ontario Trails Strategy

Region of Peel AT Study

The Big Move

“In 25 years, the GTHA will have an integrated transportation system that enhances our quality of life, our environment and our pppyrosperity…”

“Our vision by the numbers… … ONE in FIVE trips to work will be taken by walking or cycling, 60% of children will walk or cycle to school. There will be SIX times more bike lanes and trails than today.”

Region of Peel AT Study

3 Region of Peel Visions

Strategic Plan - Fast Forward Peel: Building a Strong Community Together: • Healthy, vibrant, and safe community that values its diversity and quality of life

Region of Peel AT Study

Region of Peel Visions

Planning Initiative - Liveable Peel • Promote an efficient and sustainable land use pattern • Develop partnerships with all levels of government and working with industry partners to create an accessible, affordable and integrated transportation system while also improving goods movement throughout the Region

Region of Peel AT Study

4 Region of Peel Visions

Region of Peel Official Plan Themes: • Ecosystem approach • Sustainable development • Healthy communities Goals: • Create a healthy community • Recognize the importance of the environment • Recognize the importance of a vibrant economy • Support balanced growth and development

Region of Peel AT Study

Region of Peel Visions

Draft ROPA 22 Transportation intentions: Provide a system that serves the needs of the people who reside or work in Peel or who travel through it: • Consider all modes of travel (with a focus on moving people by modes other than single-occupant automobiles) • Maximize the use of existing infrastructure • Increase travel choices to meet diverse needs • Minimize the environmental and health impacts • Support economic development • Consider social and cultural objectives • Promote the integration of transportation and land-use planning • Develop predictable and sustainable funding

Region of Peel AT Study

5 Area Municipalities

• Mississauga Cycling Master Plan • Brampton’s PathWays Master Plan • Caledon’ s Draft Trails Master Plan and Pedestrian Charter • Design Guides • Safety Strategies • Others?

Region of Peel AT Study

The Pedestrian System

• Trails • Sidewalks • Street crossings • Bridges / tunnels • Amenities—rest areas, shade, lighting, signage • Accessible system for the mobility, cognitively and visually impaired • Quality of the public realm

Region of Peel AT Study

6 The Bikeway System

• Trails • Bike lanes, shared-use lanes • Bicycle boulevards / local bicycle streets / bicycle priority streets • Cycle tracks / segregated bike lanes • Bridges / tunnels • Intersections, interchanges and street crossings • End-of-trip facilities • Signage

Region of Peel AT Study

Policies, Practices and Programs

• Maintenance—conditions, hazards and seasonal • Performance monitoring—safety and use • Pedestrian and bicycle-friendly communities and sites • Education • Promotion • Behavioural shift strategies

Photo credit: Mikeal Covlille / Andesen

Region of Peel AT Study

7 Agency / Area Municipalities Scan

What are you doing to make active transportation safer, more comfortable and a viable choice to get around the Region?

What are the roles for the Region of Peel?

Opportunities and issues for AT In Peel Region…

Region of Peel AT Study

Next Steps

We want to hear from you…

Agency and Area Municipal Staff Network opportunities workshop: Last week of September 2010

Region of Peel AT Study

8 Next Steps

Public Information Sessions #1, 6 to 9 PM: • Caledon: Tuesday, June 15, 2010 Albion Bolton Community Centre, 150 Queen Street South, Bolton • Brampton: Wednesday, June 16, 2010 Century Garden Community Centre, 340 Vodden Street East, Brampton • Mississauga: Thursday, June 17, 2010 Mississauga Valley Community Centre, 1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd, Mississauga

Eric Chan, P.Eng. Ms. Norma Moores, P.Eng. Transportation Division IBI Group PbliWPublic Wor ks Department 200 East Wing, 360 James Street Nort h Region of Peel Hamilton, ON L8L 1H5 [email protected] [email protected] (905) 791-7800 ext. 4417 (905) 546-1010 ext. 2106

Region of Peel AT Study

9 IBI Group 200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Memorandum

To/Attention Steering Committee Date October 18, 2010 From Marian Saavedra, IBI Group Project No 27691 cc Eric Chan, Region of Peel Steno wu Norma Moores, IBI Group Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group

Subject Peel Region Active Transportation Study - Summary of Agency Workshop No. 2

Introduction The second of two agency workshops was held on October 15, 2010 in Brampton as part of the Peel Region Active Transportation (AT) Study. The workshop agenda was as follows: 9:30 a.m. Sign in and introductions 9:40 a.m. Region of Peel’s AT Initiative 9:50 a.m. Presentation: Purpose of the AT Plan and the development of the Regional AT Network 10:10 a.m. What we heard from the Stakeholder Workshop No. 2 10:20 a.m. Discussion of the draft AT network: Are there other opportunities / designs that should be looked at? Are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network? What lessons can we learn from other municipalities? What should be built first / in the longer term? What municipal priorities should be considered in the Regional implementation plan?

11:45 a.m. Summation and Next Steps Noon Adjournment

Approximately 71 government stakeholders were invited to participate in the second workshop, which was held between 9:30 am and 12:00 pm at the Conference Centre, Suite B, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton. Twenty-nine (29) people registered for the workshop along with project representatives: Eric Chan (Region of Peel), Norma Moores (IBI Group) and Marian Saavedra (IBI Group). The 12 governmental agencies represented at the meeting are listed in Exhibit 1.

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

Exhibit 1: List of Governmental Agency Present at Workshop No. 2

City of Brampton): Metrolinx: Transportation Policy and Parks and Recreation Planning Special Projects Traffic Services Ministry of Transportation Ontario: Brampton Transit Highway Engineering, Peel and Halton City of Mississauga: York Region: Transportation Planning Community Services Transportation Planning City of Toronto: Cycling Infrastructure and Traffic Engineering & Operations Programs Town of Caledon: Parks Services County of Simcoe Region of Peel Public Health: Public Works: Chronic Disease & Injury Prevention Education and Outreach Environmental Health Transportation Planning Planning: Transportation Planning Traffic Services

Purpose The purpose of the second workshop was to introduce the draft AT networks, to solicit feedback on the proposed network regarding potential opportunities, specific designs, missing corridors and to learn from experiences in other municipalities. Eric Chan, Region of Peel, presented a summary of the Region of Peel’s AT Initiative, which include the AT Study. Norma Moores, IBI Group, made a presentation regarding the study background, timeline and introduced the draft proposed AT networks. The presentation included a status update, review of pedestrian and cycling facilities suitable for Regional roads; key elements to the development of the plan; and outline of the network strategy for the pedestrian network and cycling network in Caledon, Brampton and Mississauga. Additionally, feedback from the second stakeholder workshop, held on October 13, 2010 was included. A copy of the presentation is attached. Each participant was supplied with draft maps of the proposed cycling network and proposed pedestrian network for the Town of Caledon, City of Brampton and City of Mississauga.

Discussion Following the presentation, the participants were asked three general questions to guide their feedback: i) Are there other opportunities or designs that should be looked at? ii) Are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network; and iii) What lessons can we learn from other municipalities? Additional secondary questions were also presented for consideration: i) What should be built first or in the longer term? ii) What municipal priorities should be considered in the Regional implementation plan? IBI Group Memorandum 3

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

The discussion was in a roundtable format. Several issues were identified by the government agencies to improve the draft AT networks and policies regarding the proposed AT master plan. The comments are categorized into seven groups: promotion, education and programming; multiple jurisdictional issues; ideas from other municipalities; implementation strategies; the AT networks and design; and policy-related issues. The comments are summarized in Exhibit 2 to Exhibit 7. Note that check-marked comments denote similar comment or support from more than one participant. Following the discussion, participants were notified of the next public consultation and encouraged to forward further comments to project representatives by the end of October 2010.

Promotion, Education and Programming The discussion regarding user education focused on programs to promote a shift in mode choice behaviour, and programs that support or facilitate the use of active modes through convenient amenities and safety-related initiatives. Ideas included partnership with the school boards and outreach to different cultural groups.

Exhibit 2: Summary of Agency Comments on Promotion, Education and Programming

Trails: Message how they work, focusing on awareness and acceptance Cycling: • Encourage the use of bicycles not just for short trips but in combination with other modes • Promote availability of bicycle parking at private and public destinations; bicycle rentals could be available at parking locations for use for part of trip • CanBike cycling skills courses will be rolling out in Brampton • ✓Educate through recreation programming and partner with Safe City, Regional police to provide safe cycling skills training • ✓Role of the workplace: make is easier to ride a bike to work; Region and local municipalities can be role models Youth education / engagement: • Increase the number of cyclists by working with youth • We need to get kids back on bikes, and cycling as part of their lifestyle by making it a habit. There needs to be a cultural change. • Focus on next generation with skill building; engage school boards • School board transportation people have to be engaged; they just reduced bus/walk distances. Funding could be shifted from bussing to AT • Cycling is often discourage by school boards; connect to school planning • Bicycle parking at school is discouraged because of the risk of theft • ✓ “Last child on the Bike (in the Woods)”: children’s parental leash is less than a block and their attempt to commute are stifled by parents, need to reach children through school boards • Safety village: children already use bicycles in this traffic safety training facility • Need a separate AT Plan for under 18 years of age • Suburban youth do not ride on roads; they may ride on trails IBI Group Memorandum 4

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

Events: • The Tour de Mississauga is a model event and benchmarks progress and uses local and Regional roads. Participation grew from 30 to 1,000 people • Promote walking and cycling with “Open Streets” events where streets are closed to motorists and open for AT only. Also apply to when new roads or bridges open, allowing pedestrians and cyclists to experience it first without motorists Social market to different cultural groups; provide promotional items, i.e., helmets, bike pumps, etc. ✓✓Promote everything every time we build something for AT with positive messages to the media

Multiple Jurisdictional Issues The discussion about multiple jurisdictions was often tied to funding. Concerns were raised regarding pedestrian and cycling crossings at interchanges; and funding strategies that involved integration of local and regional plans. York Region provided lessons learned from the development of their Pedestrian and Cycling Master Plan. Several participants pointed out the need for clarification on the role of the Region, the Province and the local municipalities.

Exhibit 3: Summary of Agency Comments on Multiple Jurisdictional Issues

Potential Regional roles: • Define Regional position on AT in the vision; especially competing priorities regarding goods movement, moving cars at higher speeds, etc. • ✓The Region as a role model can help with compiling appropriate design guidelines that could be universally applied across municipalities, and can promote “new/best practices” • Region’s role versus that of local municipalities regarding promotion / education: need an understanding of who does what Funding of boulevard trails [and sidewalks]: local municipalities have funded them in the past; how will they be funded in the future? The Highway Traffic Act needs updating, i.e. cannot ride a bicycle through crosswalks; pedestrian right-of-way is ambiguous Freeway interchanges: • Arterial / freeways are a challenge for accommodating pedestrians and cyclists; need to balance the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and motorists • Freeways are still a barrier, even if accommodating AT within a specific interchange is not recommended. Thus pedestrian only bridges are needed! How much will MTO fund? Is MTO designing bike lanes into new interchanges? Need help in finding alternative crossings • The Minister is supportive of AT • MTO is undertaking a study of vulnerable users at interchanges • MTO included bicycle lanes and an alternative off-road ramp crossing (jug-handle) in the Fairview Boulevard interchange project in Burlington • MTO expects local municipalities to be responsible for pedestrians and cyclists and thus expects cost-sharing of infrastructure at interchanges with local roads • Highway 407 is a separate entity form the MTO • Attendees expressed a need for the MTO to be more willing to move AT forward IBI Group Memorandum 5

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

Ideas from Other Municipalities Representatives from both the City of Toronto and York Region discussed experiences from their AT initiatives. Main discussion points include lessons learned from York Region’s Pedestrian and Cycling Master Plan and the implementation of Toronto’s BIXI public bike- sharing.

Exhibit 4: Summary of Ideas from Other Municipalities

City of Toronto: • Working on new design applications, i.e., sharrows, bike boxes; awareness / promotion and information how they work is published by the City and provided through new media BIXI public bicycles in Toronto: • Planned for the “former / old city” of Toronto where it is expected to work because target density is 20,000 people / km2 (first 30 mins. free). • Less successful at lower densities and membership structure / fees may have to change, i.e., longer initial period for which the bicycle is free. Washington DC has a denser downtown but is implementing the program region-wide with 24 hour use integrated with the commuter rail stations • BIXI is open to integrating the program with other Regions in the GTHA; perhaps possible for sections near Lakeshore in Mississauga • The pilot project for segregated bicycle lanes on University Avenue (not approved by Council) was in anticipation of the BIXI program: some infrastructure has to be in places York Region: • Recognized that there are differences between utilitarian and recreation AT; adults and children: the master plan cannot target all. They have partnered with Education and Health to fill gaps • Regional roads are part of the AT network because users want to get to destinations; want to help relieve congestions on these corridors • Local municipalities focus on recreational users, trails, collectors roads • Region has annual budget of $5K for local projects that align with Regional interest, both infrastructure and programming City of Portland: Undertook a cost analysis of household expenditures to push for infrastructure funding

Implementation Strategies Discussion of implementation strategies highlighted the need for senior management and councillors to support active transportation initiatives. Several ideas were presented to increase public support including pilot projects, demonstration tours, promotion of successful projects and partnerships with Public Health.

Exhibit 5: Summary of Agency Comments on Implementation Strategies

Creating success: • Give the AT master plan a high profile: success must be seen and then leveraged • Work together, keeping dialogue open and find a political champion • Try implementing a “complete trip” corridor that is not discontinuous • ✓Identify pilot projects that do not need political approval to implement; then use their success to sell other projects IBI Group Memorandum 6

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

Quick wins: • Implement “crossrides” at boulevard trail crossings along Regional roads • Try-out a bike box on a local road intersecting a Regional road Efficiencies: • Implement AT facilities when roads are being reconstructed, i.e., Britannia, watermain along Burnhamthorpe, The Queensway • ✓Implement AT projects with capital and resurface programs: review projects and build it in; need senior management buy-in and political support • Connect existing routes (gaps) first! For example, on Mississauga Road, there is one 500 m long gap left between Stanfield and Dixie. A sewer / watermain construction project will provide an opportunity for the City to cost share and implement the boulevard trail / sidewalk • Regional road Class EAs considered AT but need to assess “quick wins”: what can be implemented in the short term within the Region’s capital works program Undertake cycling and walking audits to investigate improvements required at the micro- scale, i.e. curb cuts, maintenance “kill” strips being used as facilities for walking and cycling, etc. Initial a “litmus test” for the quality of the commute. Focus on “softer” programming that is not fixed to a location within the Region, i.e. mapping

AT Networks and Design Discussion about the proposed AT networks incorporated both general design strategies and specific connections on the draft maps. Network-wide suggestions include: supporting local alternative routes where Regional routes are not possible; integrating AT with transit; and intersection improvements such as bicycle detection and “crossrides”. There was some debate regarding the use of trails versus on-road facilities and the intended users.

Exhibit 6: Summary of Agency Comments on the AT Networks and Design

Overall network approach: • ✓Where on-road bike lanes or boulevard trails are not feasible on Regional roads, establish parallel local route and measure if it is being used • How do you make the system safe and consistent for all? • Find safe places to encourage more cycling / walking • Fill the gaps and connect existing routes first! Boulevard trails: • Recommended on both sides of some sections of Regional roads: is there space within the right-of-way? • How does one cater to all types of cyclists? People are riding on sidewalks, so provide boulevard trails for them? Transit integration: • Make very strong links to GO stations: Metrolinx will change the station layout / operation but need all roads leading to station to support AT • Transit stops and rail stations: • Integrate signage to nearest trails and vice versa • Review the network more closely in terms of integrating with bus / rail stations • Provide bicycle parking at transit stops and stations IBI Group Memorandum 7

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

Intersection Improvements: • Mississauga is working with MTO on the development of “cross-rides” for boulevard trails where they cross unsignalized intersections. They are intended to warn motorists of the crossing, and make it legal for cyclists to remain riding instead of dismounting to cross through a crosswalk, as required by the Highway Traffic Act. Mississauga is seeking permission from MTO to try these out at signalized intersections. City of Toronto has something similar for the path along Eglinton Avenue and the crossings along Lakeshore Boulevard are even raised • Consider bicycle detection options and implement at signalized intersections on Regional roads • Channelized right-turn lanes: the local municipalities have been trying to get these removed at local / Regional road intersections without luck; consider the new “smart channel” design that improves the operation for motorists and pedestrians • At boulevard trail crossings at traffic signals and stop signs, remind motorists to look for trail users; incorporate messages / signs into the signs and signals at the intersection Specific corridors / locations: • Check status of Class EAs: some may have approved facilities already that this master plan should be compatible with • Address the uncontrolled Caledon Trailway crossing of Airport Road; many complaints from users • Dixie / Cawthra: high traffic / trucks volumes so a boulevard trail would be considered / perceived as safer • Dixie / Highway 401 interchange: avoid; not recommended for AT

Policies Policy discussions centred on the general need for policies that support AT, the important role that land-use and site planning can have on mode choice for trip making; and the need to provide end-of-trip facilities.

Exhibit 7: Summary of Agency Comments on Policies

Land-use / site planning: • Land use is impediment to generating some short trips • ✓Integrate AT with land-use planning and control processes Policies need to be in place first at the Regional level and then down to local municipalities; many guidelines available Need to consider cultural needs of rural versus urban Peel Region Consider a “Complete Streets” policy that takes into consideration all modes from project inception or identify strategic locations for AT improvements Ministry of Health Promotion’s policy to support better health will have funding available for grassroots / advocacy to push changes in policy that look at built environment policy. Consultation on this new policy will occur on November 2 and 3, 2010 IBI Group Memorandum 8

Steering Committee – October 18, 2010

End-of-trip facilities: • Improve at Regional buildings • Local governments control end-of-trip facilities at private developments through zoning an site plan review processes; planners must be at the table • Provide secure parking at destinations including schools

Welcome!

Agency Workshop No. 2, October 15, 2010 Draft Network and Priorities Agenda: 9:30 AM Sign-in and Introductions 9:40 AM Region of Peel’s AT Initiative 9:50 AM Presentation: Purpose of the AT Plan and the development of the Regional AT network 10:10 AM What we heard from the Stakeholder Workshop No. 2 10:20 AM Discussion of the draft AT network: Are there other opportunities / desdesignsigns that should be looked at? Are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network? What lessons can we learn from other municipalities? What should be built first / in the longer term? What municipal priorities should be considered in the Regional implementation plan? 11:45 AM Summation and Next Steps Noon Adjournment Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Active Transportation Initiative

Provincial Policy Framework

Regional Official Plan

Peel Active Transportation Initiative

Phase 1 Phase 2 Current Partnership Communication Peel Active Practices and TttiTransportation Public Social Marketing Study Other Engagement Strategy Plans

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

1 Phase 2: Active Transportation Plan

• Develop a Regional vision and goals • Recommend Regional policies and guidelines • Recommend an integrated pedestrian and cycling network with focus on Regional roads and complementing local plans • Develop an implementation plan with “Quick Wins” and phasing • Develop guidelines for design, maintenance and monitoring of the Regional network

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Study Schedule

2010 2011 April April

Background Active Implementation Working Transportation Strategy Paper Plan

April June We are here January 2011 April Timeline October

Stakeholder Stakeholder Workshop Workshop 1 2

Public Agency Public Consultation Workshop Consultation 1 2 2

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

2 Developing the Network

• Existing local trails and bikeways • Sidewalks on Regional roads • Local land use and growth areas • Local and rapid transit

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Developing the Network

• Short work / school trips and pedestrian demand potential • Constraints: freeway crossings, truck routes, high truck volumes • Opportunities: adjacent networks, capital works program, future services easements, partnerships (e.g. conservation areas, utility companies such as Enbridge, Hydro)

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

3 The Draft Networks

Type of Facilities:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Sidewalk:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

4 The Draft Networks

Multi-use Boulevard Trail:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Paved Shoulder:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

5 The Draft Networks

Shared Lane Marking (“Sharrow”):

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Bike Lane:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

6 The Draft Networks

Segregated Bike Lane:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Pedestrian Amenity Improvements:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

7 Caledon Draft Cycling Network

• Provide bike lanes in settlement areas when Regional roads urbanized • Marked / signed shared lanes in Forks of the Credit area

• Pave shoulders on all rural Regional roads

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Caledon Draft Pedestrian Network

• Fill in sidewalk gaps on both sides of the road in settlement areas • Replace paved shoulders with sidewalks in settlement areas when Regional roads urbanized

• Improve Regional road trail crossings • Improve pedestrian amenities in south Bolton

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

8 Brampton Draft Cycling Network

• Fill in gaps in boulevard trails on both sides where possible / development occurs •Improve crossings for local routes on sections of Kennedy, Dixie and Airport • Queen (Mississauga to Chinguacousy) and Mississauga growth areas—Sidewalks and segregated bike lanes • Queen intensification area: Hwy 401 to Bramalea—Segregated bikes lanes with BRT Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Brampton Draft Pedestrian Network

• Fill in gaps in sidewalks and boulevard trails including where maintenance strips are used as sidewalks • Provide boulevard trails in growth and employment areas • Improve pedestrian amenities along sections of Bovaird, Queen, Steeles, Kennedy and DixieRegion of Peel Active Transportation Study

9 Mississauga Draft Cycling Network

• Fill in gaps in boulevard trails and on both sides where possible • Re-stripe / minor widening for bike lanes on a section of Cawthra • Improve crossings for local routes on a section of Dixie

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Mississauga Draft Pedestrian Network

• Fill in gaps in sidewalks and boulevard trails including where maintenance strips are used as sidewalks • Improve pedestrian amenities along sections of Derry, Britannia, Cawthra, Dixie and The Queensway

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

10 Region-wide Improvements

• Improve freeway crossings / interchanges • Develop Region-wide way-finding signage strategy • Apply best practices in accessibility, street crossings, signage and intersection designs • Develop AT policies for growth and intensification areas

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Quick Wins

• Signage strategy! • Demonstration area in each municipality of pedestrian amenity improvements: benches, shade, landscaping, etc. • End-of-trip facilities at Regional buildings • Cawthra (QEW to Lakeshore) apply shared-use lane markings (“sharrows”) on 4 m w ide lanes

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

11 What the Stakeholders Said

• Cyclists do not want to ride on 6- lane roads; except portions of Queen and Airport • Use local streets for bike lanes • Pair behavioural shift programming with skills training • More civility messaging / education required

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

What the Stakeholders Said

• Pedestrians, particularly those with impairments are concerned about sharing boulevard trails • Boulevard trails do not serve commuter cyclists well; concerned with safety • Have to ride on sidewalks in some locations because no facilities

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

12 What do you think of the draft networks?

Are there other opportunities or designs that should be looked at?

Are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network?

What lessons can we learn from other municipalities?

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

What do you think are the priorities?

What should be built first or in the longer term?

What municipal priorities should be considered in the Regional implementation plan?

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

13 Next Steps

We want to hear from you…

CttContact us! [email protected] [email protected]

Visit: www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca/projects Public Information Session #2: January 2011 Feedback on the study recommendations

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

14 IBI Group 1

200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Memorandum

To/Attention Steering Committee Date July 13, 2010 From Dylan Passmore, IBI Group Project No 27691 cc Norma Moores, IBI Group Steno nl Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group

Subject Summary of Stakeholder Workshop No. 1

Introduction

As part of the Peel Region Active Transportation Study, the first of two stakeholder workshops was held on June 16, 2010, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Century Garden Community Centre, 340 Vodden Street East, Brampton. About 30 stakeholders were invited to participate in the workshop. The workshop agenda was as follows: 4:00 p.m. Sign in and introductions 4:15 p.m. Purpose of the Plan, Provincial, Region and Local Context (presentation) 4:30 p.m. Discuss a Vision for the Region of Peel Active Transportation Plan: Vision, Goals and Outcomes 5:00 p.m. Regional Issues and Opportunities 5:20 p.m. Summation and Next Steps 5:30 p.m. Adjournment Three people along with two Region of Peel staff and two of the study’s consultants attended the workshop. Comments were also received by email from two stakeholders who could not attend. Organizations represented include: • Peel District School Board • Brampton Cycling Club • Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association (HVHTA) • Hike Ontario (HO) • City of Brampton • Region of Peel Health Services Department Norma Moores, IBI Group made a presentation regarding the study background, policies and visions in Provincial, Regional and local related plans that support or inform the study. A copy of the presentation is attached. IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – July 13, 2010

Discussion

Each participant was asked in turn to identify what they thought the Region of Peel Active Transportation Study should address leading to a draft vision for the overall study. Below is a summary of the discussion • Safety, from a parent’s perspective, is key. The school board is looking to identify safe walking routes for children. The board is currently working to encourage more children to walk to school, but is having difficulty with many parents who feel that the easiest way to make sure their children arrive at school safely is by driving them to the door. The issue is also intertwined with concerns over personal security. There is a transportation consortium that works with both school boards (further information could be obtained from Tom Howe, Wendy Dobson-Heinke, or Brian Woodland). They have established a program, Take One Step, which encourages staff to identify safe access routes near their school. Since there are fewer high schools, distances for high school students are longer and it is therefore felt that crossing Regional roads will be more of an issue for this demographic. • Connectivity is important to cyclists. Existing cyclists face the challenges of accessing good facilities. Generally, the Mississauga and Brampton roads are avoided for training and touring rides at all costs since there are much better cycling routes further away from the busy, urban centres. • Connectivity is important in Brampton with respect to the trail network. Crossing major arterials is a major issue, including freeway crossings. Collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation, Ontario is needed along with working with neighbouring municipalities. • There was interest a role for the Region to help with data collection. For example, there are perhaps already some initiatives in Brampton that could be examined for their impacts on cycling. The lack of accurate data is a major issue for municipalities. • Brampton’s current policy for road reconstruction is to install a sidewalk on one side and a boulevard multi-use trail on the other. This approach needs some attention; finding space within the right-of-way is not an issue. • Hope was expressed regarding the recent private member’s bill that, if adopted, would require 3 ft. of clearance by vehicles passing bikes. The media attention has been good and such legislation may be an important lever for installing bikeways. • Trail conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians are becoming increasingly common. Where the Region implements trails, separate facilities should be developed to avoid conflicts and improve the experience for both users. • Several HVHTA trails are only suitable for pedestrians/hikers and this study should be careful not to encourage cyclists to use these trails. • The region contains many highways, which frequently pose major barriers for many trips. Even where distances are reasonable, it is often impossible to travel by walking or cycling between communities, such as between Mississauga and Brampton. Gaps in trails are also currently an issue and where there are gaps in the trails, there are significant wayfinding problems, with participants frequently mentioning getting lost even with maps in hand due to missing signs. Although the IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – July 13, 2010

Region typically has limited control over the latter, some collaboration would be required. Bovaird was singled out for being the only Brampton bike-friendly E/W route, yet the Highway 410 crossing needs considerable work. Draft Vision A draft vision for the Peel Active Transportation Plan based on discussion with stakeholders is as follows:

The Region of Peel Active Transportation Plan will develop policies and create pedestrian and cycling networks that are: • Safe and secure • Connected—inter-connected / intra-connected • More comfortable • Make it easy to choose walking and cycling for a wide variety of users • Create partnerships that target audiences to shift behaviour • Message safety and skills Welcome!

Active Transportation Study: Stakeholder Workshop No. 1, June 16, 2010: Vision and Objectives Agenda: 4:00 p.m. Sign in and introductions 4:15 p.m. Purpose of the Plan, Provincial, Region and Local Context 4:30 p.m. Discuss a Vision for the Region of Peel Active Transportation Plan: Vision, Goals and Outcomes 5:00 p.m. Regional Issues and Opportunities 5:20 p.m. Summation and Next Steps 5:30 p.m. Adjournment

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Phase 1: Active Transportation Plan

Communication and Social Marketing Strategy: www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca Other: • Adding sidewalks, multi-use trails and paved shoulders • Stepping It Up • Smart Commute Peel • Peel Safe and Active Routes tShlto School • Road Watch

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

1 Phase 2: Active Transportation Plan

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Pedestrian System Examples

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

2 The Bikeway System Examples

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Policies, Practices and Programs

• Maintenance—conditions, hazards and seasonal • Performance monitoring—safety and use • Education • Promotion • Behavioural shift strategies

Photo credit: Mikeal Covlille / Andesen

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

3 Three Study Stages

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Provincial Policy Framework

Healthy, complete and sustainable communities: • Provincial Policy Statement 2005 • Places to Grow: G rowth Pl an f or th e GGH (2006) • The Big Move: Transforming Transportation in the GTHA (2008) • Ontario’s Action Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living (2006) • ACTIVE2010: Ontario’s Sport and Physical Activity Strategy • Ontario Trails Strategy • Adapting to Climate Change in Ontario • Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and Plan

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

4 Region of Peel Visions

Regional Strategic Plan: Fast Forward Peel: Building a Strong Community Together: • Healthy,,, vibrant, and safe community that values its diversity and quality of life

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Region of Peel Visions

Planning Initiative - Liveable Peel • Promote an efficient and sustainable land-use pattern • Develop partnerships with all levels of government and working with industry partners to create an accessible, affordable and integrated transportation system while also improving goods movement throughout the Region

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

5 Region of Peel Visions

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Region of Peel Visions

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

6 Area Municipalities

Caledon’s Draft Trails Master Plan and Pedestrian Charter: High quality and variety of trails, accessing and connecting points of interest while protecting, preserving and enhancing community health and the envitironment Brampton Pathways Master Plan (2002): Expansion of the system beyond recreational trails and advocate for a heightened “design” of the trail system. Mississauga Cycling Master Plan (Draft 2010): Cycling will become a way of life… that supports vibrant,,p safe and connected communities. …a place where people choose to cycle for recreation, fitness and daily transportation needs enhancing our overall health and quality of life.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

What we’ve heard…

Summary of Agency and Area Municipalities Workshop #1 – What they’d like from the Study: • Direction on how to best shape land-use planning at a regional level that would impact transportation planning • Support for improved highway / interchange crossings and treatments • Connect to all adjacent municipalities • Facilitate creating an integrated network • Need a comprehensive implementation plan

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

7 What we’ve heard…

Summary of Agency and Area Municipalities Workshop No. 1 – What roles they’d like to see the Region of Peel play: • Facilitate partnerships • Provide funding • Facilitate knowledge sharing and innovation • Facilitate the development of strategies to address a shift in behaviours • Facilitate consistent messaging across the Region • Share information on what is occurring across the Region

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Next Steps

We want to hear from you…

CttContact us! Visit: www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca/projects Stakeholder Workshop #2 September 2010 Network and implementation strategies Public Information Session #2: January 2011 Feedback on the study recommendations

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

8 Next Steps

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Your thoughts!

What are your ideas on a vision, goals and outcomes for a Regional Active Transportation Plan?

What else could the Regggion of Peel do to encourage more walking and cycling?

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

9 IBI Group 200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Summary of Stakeholder Workshop No. 2

To/Attention Steering Committee Date October 14, 2010 From Marian Saavedra, IBI Group Project No 27691 cc Norma Moores, IBI Group Steno wu Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group

Subject Peel Region Active Transportation Study – Summary of Stakeholder Workshop No. 2, October 13, 2010

Introduction The second of two stakeholder workshops was held on October 13, 2010 in Brampton as part of the Peel Region Active Transportation (AT) Study. The workshop agenda was as follows: 4:00 p.m. Sign in and introductions 4:10 p.m. Region of Peel’s AT Initiative 4:20 p.m. Presentation: Purpose of the AT Plan and the development of the Regional AT Network 4:45 p.m. General questions regarding the AT Strategy and Study 5:00 p.m. Discussion: What do you think of the draft networks? Are there other opportunities that should be looked at? Are there some Regional corridors that should not be a part of the AT network? 5:40 p.m. Summation and Next Steps 6:00 p.m. Adjournment Approximately 75 stakeholders were invited to participate in the second workshop, which was held between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm at the Conference Centre, Suite B, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton. Twenty (20) people registered for the workshop along with project representatives: Eric Chan (Region of Peel), Norma Moores (IBI Group) and Marian Saavedra (IBI Group). Exhibit 1 is a list of represented 10 organizations at the workshop plus staff from Region of Peel Public Works Deaprtment.

Steering Committee – October 14, 2010

Exhibit 1: List of Stakeholder Organizations and Units

350.org (Solutions for Climate Change) Brampton Cycling Club Brampton Safe City Association Bruce Trail Conservancy City of Mississauga Accessibility Advisory Headwaters Communities in Action Committee Region of Peel Accessibility Advisory Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Committee Sierra Club Ontario Town of Caledon Parks and Recreation

Purpose The purpose of the second workshop was to introduce the draft AT networks, to solicit feedback on the proposed network and to indentify priority areas. Eric Chan, Region of Peel, presented a summary of the Region of Peels’ AT Initiative, shich include the AT Study. Norma Moores, IBI Group, made a presentation regarding the study background, timeline and introduced the draft proposed AT network. The presentation included a status update, review of suitable pedestrian and cycling facilities, key elements to the development of the plan and outline of the network strategy for the pedestrian network and cycling network in Caledon, Brampton and Mississauga. A copy of the presentation is attached. Each participant was supplied with draft maps of the proposed cycling network and proposed pedestrian network each for the Town of Caledon, City of Brampton and City of Mississauga

Discussion Following the presentation, the stakeholders were asked three general questions to guide their feedback comments: i) are there other opportunities that should be looked at; ii) are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network; and iii) what should be built first. The discussion was in a roundtable format. Several issues were identified by the stakeholder to improve the draft AT networks.

Exhibit 2: Summary of stakeholder comments

Accessibility • Consistency at intersections is very important from an accessibility perspective • Consider more visible markings such as zebra crossings, longer cross times for pedestrian walk and louder audible signals (which are difficult to hear at 6 lanes intersections). Plan should help with design consistency across municipalities • Signage may be too high for sight-limited pedestrians, consider on-surface markings instead IBI Group Memorandum 3

Steering Committee – October 14, 2010

Different • Road cyclist will ride on Regional roads with paved shoulders, but tend to needs use local roads with less than 1000 vehicles/day different • Multi-use trails are for a certain cycling population user groups • Cyclist don’t want to be on 6-lanes roads, local roads are available for travel but make crossings at 6-lane roads work • As a commuter, I prefer the road but as a mother, I like the availability of multi-use trails for safer family use Education • Need education for drivers about passing cyclists on roads and share the road programming • With encouragement / behavioural shift programming, there needs to be skills training for cycling in particular General • Maintenance strips are attractive for cyclists, but uncomfortable with no curbs network cuts. Can they be converted to bike lanes? comments • Agree with paved shoulders on Regional roads and integration with local plans • Midblock crossings for trails at Regional roads are not bike friendly: no ramps / curb cuts, hard to get across the roads • Plan should help with design consistency across municipalities • Find local roads parallel to the 6-lane roads for cycling and provide funding assistance to local municipalities to implement facilities • Need integrated network to local municipal plans and more share the road signage • Brampton: north-south links are served by trails, but east-west links are poor Maintenance • Chingaucousy multi-use trail has a poor surface condition issues • Prefer to use road because trails are not well maintained in terms of surface condition, debris, seasonal maintenance, etc. • Paved shoulder also need maintenance: swept of gravel Safety on • Cyclists (kids, seniors, newcomers) on sidewalks create conflicts with slower Multi-Use moving pedestrians, in particular those with impairments. How do we Boulevard encourage on-road cycling? Or is segregating users possible? Trails • Hamilton Beachfront Trail is wide but not well shared on very high-use days • Trails and centrelines: it works in Ottawa • Sidewalk/trail users should be aware who is using the facility • Drivers turning across boulevard trails do not see higher-speed users such as cyclists. They are dangerous for cyclists. Drivers are looking left while turning right, or looking for gaps in traffic and not for users of the trail. IBI Group Memorandum 4

Steering Committee – October 14, 2010

Specific • Rutherford Rd in Brampton: extend network to Steeles connections • Queen St in Brampton: bike lanes downtown to Hwy. 410 and trail or bike lanes to connect from Hwy. 410 to Goreway. Edgelines were discussed but do not provide enough space for cyclists and thus are not recommended • Island Lake trail to Caledon trailway: How to connect these two? BIG GAP. This is a priority • Burnhamthorpe boulevard trail in Mississauga: works well • Alton Main St and Airport Rd: for pedestrians • Hwy 410 – Etobicoke trail: new section through airport needs some work; extend into Caledon • Airport Rd in Mississauga / Brampton: cycling commuter demand, is there room for bike lanes? • Airport Rd south of Steeles through to Malton: there are planters but no plants that provide traffic calming

Following the discussion, participants were notified of the next public consultation and encouraged to forward further comments to project representatives by the end of October 2010. Welcome!

Stakeholder Workshop No. 2, October 13, 2010 Draft Network and Priorities Agenda: 4:00 PM Sign-in and Introductions 4:10 PM Region of Peel’s AT Initiative 4:20 PM Presentation: Purpose of the AT Plan and the development of the Regional AT network 4:45 PM General questions regarding the AT Strategy and Study 5:00 PM Discussion: What do you think of the draft networks? AththAre there other opport titiththldblkdt?unities that should be looked at? Are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network? What should be built first? 5:45 PM Summation and Next Steps 6:00 PM Adjournment

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Active Transportation Initiative

Provincial Policy Framework

Regional Official Plan

Peel Active Transportation Initiative

Phase 1 Phase 2 Current Partnership Communication Peel Active Practices and TttiTransportation Public Social Marketing Study Other Engagement Strategy Plans

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

1 Phase 2: Active Transportation Plan

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Study Schedule

2010 2011 April April

Background Active Implementation Working Transportation Strategy Paper Plan

April June We are here January 2011 April Timeline October

Stakeholder Stakeholder Workshop Workshop 1 2

Public Public Consultation Consultation 1 2

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

2 Developing the Network

• Existing local trails and bikeways • Sidewalks on Regional roads • Local land use and growth areas • Local and rapid transit

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Developing the Network

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

3 The Draft Networks

Type of Facilities:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Sidewalk:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

4 The Draft Networks

Multi-use Boulevard Trail:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Paved Shoulder:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

5 The Draft Networks

Shared Lane Marking (“Sharrow”):

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Bike Lane:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

6 The Draft Networks

Segregated Bike Lane:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Draft Networks

Pedestrian Amenity Improvements:

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

7 Caledon Draft Cycling Network

• Provide bike lanes in settlement areas when Regional roads urbanized • Marked / signed shared lanes in Forks of the Credit area

• Pave shoulders on all rural Regional roads

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Caledon Draft Pedestrian Network

• Fill in sidewalk gaps on both sides of the road in settlement areas • Replace paved shoulders with sidewalks in settlement areas when Regional roads urbanized

• Improve Regional road trail crossings • Improve pedestrian amenities in south Bolton

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

8 Brampton Draft Cycling Network

Brampton Draft Pedestrian Network

9 Mississauga Draft Cycling Network

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Mississauga Draft Pedestrian Network

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

10 Region-wide Improvements

• Improve intersections • Improve freeway crossings / interchanges • DlRiDevelop Region-wide way-fin ding signage strategy • Apply best practices in street crossings, signage and intersection designs • Develop AT policies for growth and intensification areas

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Quick Wins

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

11 Next Steps

We want to hear from you…

CttContact us! Visit: www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca/projects Public Information Session #2: January 2011 Feedback on the study recommendations

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

What do you think of the draft networks?

Are there other opportunities that should be looked at?

Are there some Regional corridors that should not be part of the AT network?

What should be built first?

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

12 IBI Group 1

200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Memorandum

To/Attention Steering Committee Date July 13, 2010 From Norma Moores, IBI Group Project No 27691 cc Dylan Passmore, IBI Group Steno nl Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group

Subject Summary of Public Workshop No. 1

Introduction

As part of the Peel Region Active Transportation Study, the first of a series of two public consultation sessions were held in June 2010 from 6 to 9 p.m., one in each of the Region’s area municipalities as follows • Caledon—Tuesday, June 15, Albion Bolton Community Centre, 150 Queen St S, Bolton • Brampton—Wednesday, June 16, Century Garden Community Centre, 340 Vodden Street East • Mississauga—Thursday, June 17, Mississauga Valley Community Centre, 1275 Mississauga Valley Boulevard The purpose of this first series of public consultation sessions was to generate public interest in the study, inform them about the study scope, and discuss with attendees what improvements need to be made for pedestrians and cyclists in Peel Region. At each venue there was a registration sheet, comment form, bookmarks advertising the WalkandRollPeel.ca web site, and the following displays: • Welcome and agenda • Why promote walking and cycling? • Purpose of the study • Building on existing Initiatives • Supportive Provincial policies • Region of Peel policies • Local municipal plans • Walkable communities—a checklist to evaluate the walkability of communities. Attendees were asked to place a “sticker dot” next to the top 5 that they liked and thought could be done better in Peel Region. • Bicycle-friendly communities—criteria for the bicycle-friendly communities awards (program of the League of American Bicyclists). Attendees are asked to place a IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – July 13, 2010

“sticker dot” next to the top 5 that they liked and thought could be done better in Peel Region • The pedestrian system • The cycling system • Study contacts • Ideas board—sticky notes were supplied and attendees could write down their ideas and stick them to the board • Map of the Region and of the area municipalities highlighting existing trails and bikeways and Regional roads A presentation at 7 p.m. was planned at each venue but only conducted in Brampton due to sporadic attendance at the other locations. Copies of the displays and presentation are attached. At all three venues, a few displays, bookmarks, comment forms and a map were set up in the lobby for passer-bys. In total, 13 people signed the registration sheets. However, likely up to 50 people passing by were introduced to the study.

Ideas for Improving Walking and Cycling Walkable and Bicycle-friendly Communities Criteria The results of attendees selecting walkable and bicycle-friendly community criteria that need to be improved in Peel Region are provided in Exhibit 1 and Exhibit 2. Walkable community criteria related to connectivity and comfort were popular. Bicycle-friendly community criteria regarding providing bikeways / network on Regional roads and safety enforcement / messaging were popular.

Exhibit 1: Top Walkable Communities Criteria Selected by Attendees

No. of attendees who Criteria from the Walkable Communities Checklist selected criteria as needing improvement in Peel Region Neighbourhoods are connected to destinations by sidewalks, trails 3 and paths 3 There are interesting things to see while walking 2 Sidewalks are wide enough for 2 or 3 people to walk side-by-side 2 Walking routes are attractive and well maintained Attractive landscaping (e.g. trees and flowers) offering shade or 2 protection from the wind 2 Sidewalks are separated from the road 1 Wheelchairs and strollers can navigate easily Frequent locations to cross streets safely (e.g. crosswalks, traffic 1 lights, light/slow traffic) 1 There are benches and other places to rest along walking routes 1 Shops and businesses are well-maintained and accessible IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – July 13, 2010

No. of attendees who Criteria from the Walkable Communities Checklist selected criteria as needing improvement in Peel Region 1 Car drivers obey pedestrian crossings and signals 1 Car drivers obey the posted speed limit in the area

Exhibit 2: Top Bicycle-friendly Communities Criteria Selected by Attendees

No. of attendees who Criteria from the Bicycle-friendly Community Awards selected criteria as needing improvement in Peel Region Routinely accommodate cycling in all roadway planning, design, 5 construction, and maintenance work 5 Provide bike lanes or cycle tracks on Regional roads Plan and implement an integrated cycling network of bikeways on 4 Regional roads 3 Work with police with regards to traffic laws as they apply to cyclists Include bicycle safety education with other regional services such 3 as utility bill inserts or with waste collection schedules, etc Work with and provide professional development opportunities for 2 Regional engineers and planners on how to accommodate cyclists 2 Maintain bikeways and routes Regularly update the Region’s AT plan and provide funds to 2 implement it 2 Promote an annual bike tour or ride to the general public 2 Support community cycling clubs and advocacy organizations 2 Centre a youth recreation or intervention program around cycling Target enforcement to encourage cyclists and motorists to share 2 regional roads safely 1 Make Regional bridges accessible to cyclists 1 Provide multi-use pathways 1 Regional bike route signage Provide showers/change rooms at Regional facilities and encourage 1 employers to follow suit through smart commute program 1 Carefully track how many trips on regional roads are by bicycle 1 Promote bike month 1 Support Safe Routes to School programs 1 Publish a regional cycling map 1 Support on-bike public service employees 1 Campaign for motorists to share the road with cyclists 1 Provide bicycle safety programs for children in schools

Comments Received Below is a summary of the comments received at or following the first series of public information sessions. Multiple similar comments received from individuals are noted in square brackets. Comments are grouped by themes developed after review by the consultants. IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – July 13, 2010

Vision • Continuous corridors, segregated from traffic [x2] • More direct trails to places of interest, which may follow roads • Follow Bramalea’s lead

Network / Design • Scenic route on Winston Churchill Blvd, north of Norval (Guelph St). Restrict vehicular traffic [x2] • Pedestrian mall downtown Brampton • Bike lanes on Torbram Rd [x2], Bramalea Rd, & Derry Rd. Currently too dangerous • Dixie, etc. up north are great because they have enough room for cyclists • Bike lanes on Hurontario / Highway 10 [x2] • Bike lanes in grass boulevards • Sidewalks should have curb cuts/ramps at driveways • Keep lamp standards and signs out of the middle of sidewalks [x2] • Ensure all sidewalks are cleared in winter, especially near transit, e.g. the bus stop at Charalais & McLaughlin is not cleared • Improve landscaping along sidewalks • Improve river and creek valley access • Pave or install sidewalks where there are already informal beaten paths (dirt) • Address cycling along Bramalea Rd. near Bramalea Secondary School with respect to parents dropping off their children by car • More off-road N/S routes • Child-friendly paths • Improve maintenance of storm drains to keep cyclists from having to veer into traffic • Ensure all pedestrian crossings meet accessibility standards (visual and aural cues) • Develop airport links (for commuters) • Improve Hwy. 410 crossing at Mayfield Rd • Improve safety and comfort of Bovaird when crossing Hwy. 410 • Fletchers Trail is broken at Bovaird (in Brampton) by a culvert that does not allow pedestrians to pass • Improve E/W connections for trail systems • Improve Hwy. 407 interchange at Hurontario • Construct underpasses or overpasses of freeways where feasible to improve safety • Ideally implement bike lanes that are separated from traffic (cycle tracks) [x2], but where not feasible, provide boulevard multi-use trails • Improve signing for crossing major streets • Improve Hwy. 410 interchange crossing conditions at Bovaird Dr & Sandalwood Pkwy. Some noted that traffic merging onto Hwy. 410 travels at very high speeds, well above the speed limit, which feels quite risky as a cyclist • Designate some Regional roads as bike routes and on these roads, reduce speeds, restrict trucks, and consider making them one-way IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – July 13, 2010

Land-Use Regulation • Offer incentives to employers to provide shower facilities and secure bicycle storage for employees who choose to cycle to work • Begin land acquisition for off-road trails

Wayfinding • Information boards with emergency phones at major intersections • Consider GPS integration • Improve pathway signage. [x2] Several participants commented on this being a major issue/concern and noted that they often get lost, even with a map

Events • Start “Open Streets” or “Car-free Sundays” events or routes (roads closed to motorists, open to active transportation)

Outreach • Some concern was expressed in Brampton that the public consultation was not effective at reaching the large East Indian and Pakistani communities, who are likely the largest cycling community in Brampton • Improve education to both drivers and cyclists on the rules of the road • Promote employees working closer to home • Encourage municipal/Regional staff to work closer to home

Walk and Roll Peel Web site • The “lounge” needs more dialogue • Weather and safety information should be more prominant

Matters of Interest to Other Levels of Government • Enact legislation requiring 1 m of space for motorists passing cyclists • Educate drivers to check for pedestrians/cyclists • Keep the PST (now HST) exemption on bicycles under $1000 and expand the program to include cycling gear Welcome!

Active Transportation Study: Public Consultation, June 2010 Agenda: 6:00 p.m. Open House 7:00 p.m. Presentation 7:20 p.m. Q & A 7:30 p.m. What can the Region do to improve walking and cycling? – Your thoughts! 8:20 p. m. Next Steps 8:30 p.m. Open House 9:00 p.m. Adjournment Please share your ideas with us!us!

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Why Promote Walking and Cycling?

Benefits of Active The Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute Transportation: reports that less than half of Helping People and Communities: Ontarians are physically active on a regular basis, costing Improved health and wellness Ontario’s health care system an Improved quality of life estimated $1.8 billion a year ($158/capita). Health Canada Increased mobilityyy and accessibility recommends that cycling 30 Promotion of secure and livable mins. a day can result in communities significant health benefits. Reduced travel costs On average it costs $6,000- Helping to Improve our Environment $8,000 per year to own and Reduced air pollution and GHG operate a car, but only $150 per emissions year for a bicycle. And walking is virtually cost-free! On Reduced noise pollution and congestion average, driving 1 km in your Efficient use of space on roadways car costs $13 to $20. Walking or biking 1 km costs nothing. Helping the Economy Happier, healthier people are more Approximately 20% of trips by productive at work and school car in Peel Region are less than Increased land values 2 km long, and approximately 43% are less than 5 km long. More efficient use of existing infrastructure Increased tourism potential Let’s stay active and healthy Revitalized urban centres together — make smarter travel choices today!

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

1 Purpose of the Study

What is the Peel AT Study? This study is being undertaken by the Region of Peel to develop a comprehensive plan to support more walking, cycling, and rolling. The study is being done in 3 stages: Objectives include: ¾ Stage 1: Background Working Paper (Summer 2010) • A regional vision and goals for active ¾ Stage 2: Active Transportation Plan (Fall 2010) transportation ¾ Stage 3: Implementation Strategy (Winter 2011) • Recommend Regional policies and guidelines There will be 2 rounds • Recommend an integrated pedestrian and of Public Information cycling network, focusing on Regional Sessions in June Roads and complimenting ongoing work by 2010 and January areas municipalities 2011, and Local and • Develop an implementation plan including Regional Council “Quick Wins” and phasing of improvements presentations in • Develop guidelines for on-going February to April 2011 maintenance and monitoring of the network

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Building On Existing Initiatives

What has the Region On-going Initiatives accomplished to date? The Region is continually working to improve walking and cycling conditions through on-going The Region recently completed “Phase 1” of the capital projects, such as through the inclusion of Peel Active Transportation Initiative, which sidewalks, multi-use paths, and paved developed a communication strategy for shoulders. Recent examples include the promoting active transportation across Peel. Queenway and Queen St widenings.

Under Phase 1, the Region also just launched a A number of important Peel Region programs website which will serve as an important hub are also on-going: for issues related to walking and cycling in Peel: ¾ Stepping It Up www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca ¾ Smart Commute Initiative ¾ Peel Safe and Active Routes to School ¾ Road Watch

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

2 Supportive Provincial Policies

The Peel AT Study implements healthy, complete and sustainable community provincial policies and strategies contained in: ¾ Provincial Policy Statement 2005 ¾ Places to Grow ¾ Ontario’ Action Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living ¾ ACTIVE2010 ¾ Adapting to Climate Change in Ontario

¾ Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and Plan Oak Ridges Moraine ¾ The Big Move The Big Move: From The Big Move: Areas of Focus “Our vision by the numbers… ONE in FIVE trips to for Active work will be taken by walking or cycling, 60% of Transportation children will walk or cycle to school. There will be SIX times more bike lanes and trails than today.”

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Region of Peel Policies

Strategic Plan: Fast Forward Peel: Building a Strong Community Together Healthy, vibrant, and safe community that Regional Official Plan values its diversity and quality of life Amendment 22 Transportation Intentions: Planning Initiative: Liveable Peel Provide a system that serves the Promote an efficient and sustainable land-use needs of the people who reside pattern or work in Peel or who travel Develop partnerships with all levels of government through it: and working with industry partners to create an • Consider all modes of travel accessible, affordable and integrated (with a focus on moving transportation system while also improving goods people by modes other than movement throughout single-occupant automobiles) the Region • Maximize the use of existing Official Plan Themes: infrastructure ¾ Ecosystem approach • Increase travel choices to meet ¾ Sustainable development diverse needs ¾ Healthy communities • Minimize the environmental and health impacts Official Plan Goals: • Support economic development ¾ Create a healthy community • Consider social and cultural objectives ¾ Recognize the importance of the environment • Promote the integration of ¾ Recognize the importance of a vibrant transportation and land-use planning economy • Develop predictable and sustainable ¾ Support balanced growth and development funding

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

3 Local Municipal Plans

Caledon Trails Master Plan (2002): To achieve a high quality and variety of trails in the Town of Caledon, accessing and connecting points of interest while protecting, preserving and enhancing community health and the environment. Principles: ¾ to protect the trail user and environment ¾ to preserve a sustainable integrated public trail network ¾ to enhance trails as an alternate transppy,yortation system, year round and varied uses, and access to our natural and cultural heritage Brampton Pathways Master Plan (2002): Promote the expansion of the system beyond recreational trails and advocate for a heightened “design” of the trail system. Three primary campaigns: 1. Customer Driven Pathways must reflect and respond to residents' needs and desires, promoting use and encouraging a wider user base 2. Beautiful Pathways must celebrate the City's history and define its character 3. Valued Pathways to become a "living" asset must engender a sense of pride and ownership within Brampton Mississauggya Cycling Master Plan (2010 – draft): Cycling will become a way of life in the City of Mississauga that supports vibrant, safe and connected communities. Mississauga will be a place where people choose to cycle for recreation, fitness and daily transportation needs enhancing our overall health and quality of life. • GOAL 1: Foster a culture where cycling is an everyday activity • GOAL 2: Build an integrated on-road and off-road cycling network as part of a multi-modal transportation system • GOAL 3: Adopt a “safety first” approach for cycling in Mississauga

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Walkable Communities

The Walkability Checklist is a resource that you can use to evaluate the walkability of your community. What could be done better in Peel Region? Place a “dot” next to the top 5 that you like.

Connectivity: Security and Safety: The International Neighbourhoods are connected to destinations Sidewalks are separated from the road Walking Charter by sidewalks, trails and paths

Sidewalks are wide enough for 2 or 3 people to A short waiting time at pedestrian crossing walk s ide-by-sidesilignals an d enoug htith time to cross thttthe street

Sidewalks are in good repair Car drivers obey pedestrian crossings and signals

Wheelchairs and strollers can navigate easily Car drivers obey the posted speed limit in the area

Sidewalks are clear of obstacles such as Street signs are legible bushes and garbage

Frequent locations to cross streets safely (e.g. Paths are well lit crosswalks, traffic lights, light/slow traffic) Aesthetics & Street Furniture: Many people are out and about, providing more “eyes on the street”

Walking routes are attractive and well Other ideas? maintained

Attractive landscaping (e.g. trees and flowers) offering shade or protection from the wind

There are benches and other places to rest Built on extensive discussions with along walking routes experts throughout the world this Charter shows how to create a culture where people choose to walk. It identifies the There are interesting things to see while needs of people on foot and provides a walking common framework to help authorities refocus their existing policies, activities Shops and businesses are well-maintained and Note: List modified from Walkinfo.org and relationships to create a culture accessible where people choose to walk.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

4 Bicycle-friendly Communities

A Bicycle Friendly Community encourages its residents to use bicycles for fun, fitness and transportation.

What could be done better in Peel Region? Place a “dot” next to the top 5 that you like.

Engineering: Encouragement: In the US, the following cities with populations around 50,000 to ¾ Routinely accommodate cycling in all roadway planning, ¾ Promote Bike Month 70,000 (like Caledon), around design, construction, and maintenance work ¾ Promote Bike to Work Day 0.5 M to 0.7 M (like Brampton and Mississauga), and around 1 M ¾ Work with and provide professional development ¾ Promote an annual bike tour or ride to the general (like Peel Region) have been opportunities for Regional engineers and planners on how public didesigna tdbilted bicycle-fifrien dly to accommodate cyclists communities: ¾ Support community cycling clubs and advocacy Population ~50,000 to 70,000 ¾ Make Regional bridges accessible to cyclists organizations Davis CA PLATINUM Corvallis OR GOLD ¾ Support Safe Routes to School programs ¾ Provide bike racks at Regional facilities Palo Alto CA GOLD ¾ Centre a youth recreation or intervention program Bellingham WA SILVER Flagstaff AZ SILVER around cycling ¾ Provide bike lanes or cycle tracks on regional roads Folsom CA SILVER ¾ Publish a regional cycling map Santa Cruz CA SILVER Alburn AL BRONZE ¾ Provide multi-use pathways Enforcement: Bloomington IN BRONZE Carmel IN BRONZE ¾ Regional bike route signage ¾ Support a Peel Regional Police liaison with the Greenville SC BRONZE cycling community Iowa City IN BRONZE La Crosse WI BRONZE ¾ Maintain bikeways and routes ¾ Work with police with regards to traffic laws as they North Little Rock AZ BRONZE apply to cyclists Shawnee KS BRONZE ¾ Provide showers/change rooms at Regional facilities and Population ~0.5 to 0.7 M encourage employers to follow suit through smart ¾ Support on-bike public service employees Portland OR PLATINUM commute program Seattle WA GOLD ¾ Targggyet enforcement to encourage cyclists and Austin TX SILVER motorists to share regional roads safely Charlotte NC BRONZE Evaluation and Planning: Denver CO BRONZE Education: Gilbert MI BRONZE ¾ Carefully track how many trips on regional roads are by ¾ Campaign for motorists to share the road with Louisville KY BRONZE bicycle Milwaukee WI BRONZE cyclists Washington DC BRONZE ¾ Carefully track how many cyclist fatalities and severe ¾ Provide adult cycling education Population ~1 M collisions occurred on regional roads over time Tuscon & East Pima AZ GOLD ¾ Provide bicycle safety programs for children in Indianapolis & Marion Co. INBRONZE schools Philadelphia PA BRONZE ¾ Provide a point of contact for cyclists to submit San Jose CA BRONZE ideas/concerns ¾ Make bicycle safety materials publicly available Would Peel Region get a medal? ¾ Regularly update the Region’s AT plan and provide funds ¾ Include bicycle safety education with other regional to implement it services such as utility bill inserts or with waste collection schedules, etc. ¾ Plan and implement an integrated cycling network of ¾ Other ideas? bikeways on regional roads Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Pedestrian System

Safe Places to Walk Pedestrian safety is Accessible US studies show that streets affected by traffic: Sidewalks without safe places to walk put With only slight increases in ¾ Grade people at risk: vehicle travel speed, the risk ¾ Cross Slope Streets with no sidewalks had of pedestrian injury or death ¾ Surface 2.6 times more pedestrian increases sharply ¾ Elevation collisions, and sidewalk one There is safety in numbers - a side only had 1. 2 times more motorist is less likely to collide ¾ Protruding objects pedestrian collisions than with a person walking if more ¾ Sidewalks streets with sidewalks on people walk continuous across both sides driveways Sidewalks are needed on ¾ Detectable both sides of the street in warnings urban / suburban areas Sidewalk Width

Examples of Crossing Improvements ¾ Raised crosswalks ¾ Intersection pedestrian ¾ Curb return radii signals ¾ Curb extensions ¾ Refuge islands ¾ “Smart” channels ¾ Audible pedestrian signals 1.5 m to turn around; ¾ Grade-separated crossings 1.8 m to pass ¾ Traffic signal phasing ¾ Pedestrian countdown (bridges / tunnels) signals ¾ Roundabouts

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

5 The Cycling System

Types of Bikeways ¾ Bike lanes ¾ Shared lanes ¾ Multi-use trails ¾ Boulevard multi-use trails

Examples of Improvements to Access and Intersections ¾ Median refuges to ¾ Bicycle detection ¾ “Crossbike/crossride” ¾ Bike box waiting area cross busy streets at traffic signals adjacent crosswalk on red signal so cyclists proceed first on green

¾ Traffic signals to ¾ CyclistPhoto: pushbuttons Victor Gedris ¾ Bicycle traffic cross busy streets at traffic signals signals (not yet approved in Ontario)

Photo: Michael Ronkin

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Cycling System

Cycle Tracks Bike lanes separated from travel lanes, parking lanes, How do they differ from the boulevard trails built and sidewalks through pavement markings, pavement along roads? colouring, bollards, curbs, raised medians, or a Design quality—Typically operate one-way with traffic. combination of these elements. The surface, width, drainage, traffic control, signage and overall layout are well thought-out. Main intersections Dutch cycle tracks often include traffic signals for cyclists, bike boxes, or other features to protect cyclists from motorists turning across their path. Maintenance quality—Cycle tracks along busy routes are afforded the level of summer and winter maintenance that permit them to be used 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Legislative environment—Cycle tracks are defined as part of the main roadway and cyclists using the cycle track are provided with the same rights-of-way as motorists on the main roadway. Thus side street and

New Waterford ‘Loop” driveway traffic must yield to cyclists in the cycle track. Cyclists that ride on sidewalks or boulevard pathways in Ontario are expected to behave like pedestrians at side street crossingg,s, dismounting to use crosswalks as per Cycle tracks in Vancouver, Richmond, Montreal, & U.S. Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act. Are there places in Peel Region where cycle tracks could Photo: John Luton work?

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

6 Study Contacts

There are several ways to participate: For more ¾ Speak to a representative today information about ¾ Complete one of our comment forms here today or email / mail it to us within the next two weeks this study, contact: ¾ Visit www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca/projects Eric Chan Region of Peel eric.chan@peelre gion.ca We would lik e your id eas f or th e (905) 791-7800 ext. 4417 Peel AT Study! Norma Moores IBI Group [email protected] (905) 546-1010 ext. 2106

Other Public Information Sessions: • Caledon: Tuesday, June 15, 2010, 6 to 9 p.m. Albion Bolton Community Centre, 150 Queen Street South, Bolton • Brampton: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 6 to 9 p.m. Century Garden Community Centre, 340 Vodden Street East, Brampton • Mississauga: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 6 to 9 p.m. Mississauga Valley Community Centre, 1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd, Mississauga

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Ideas Board

Got a good idea how to improve active transportation in Peel communities? Post it here!

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

7 Welcome!

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Phase 1: Active Transportation Plan

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

1 Phase 2: Active Transportation Plan

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Three Study Stages

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

2 Provincial Policy Framework

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Region of Peel Visions

Fast Forward Peel: Building a Strong Community Together: Healthy, vibrant, and safe community that values its diversity and quality of life Liveable Peel : Promote an efficient and sustainable land-use pattern; Develop partnerships to create an accessible, affordable and integrated transportation system Official Plan Themes: Ecosystem approach; Sustainable development; Healthy communities Draft ROPA 22 Transportation intentions: Consider all mo des o f trave l (w ith a focus on mov ing peop le by modes other than single-occupant automobiles)

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

3 Area Municipalities

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

The Pedestrian System Examples

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

4 The Bikeway System Examples

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Policies, Practices and Programs

• Maintenance—conditions, hazards and seasonal • Performance monitoring—safety and use • Education • Promotion • Behavioural shift strategies

Photo credit: Mikeal Covlille / Andesen

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

5 What Stakeholders said…

A vision for the Peel AT Plan: • Safe and secure • Connected – inter-connected / intra -connected • More comfortable • Make it easy to choose walking and cycling for a wide variety of users • Create partnerships that target audiences • Message safety and skills

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Next Steps

We want to hear from you…

• Speak to a representative today • Complete a comment forms • www.WalkAndRollPeel.ca/projects Public Information Session #2: January 2011 • Feedback on the study recommendations

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

6 Next Steps

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Your thoughts!

Do you have ideas for improving Regional roads so that they support more walking and cycling?

What do you think are the Reggpional Active Transportation opportunities and issues?

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

7 IBI Group Consultation Documentation File Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

STAKEHOLDERS

Contact Date Correspondence Information Date Response Information Action taken / Commitments Ms. Joyce Veen 08-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Will not be attending the scheduled PIC's; While driving around Peel has noticed Acting-Supervisor, Open the STOP signs for bicycle paths which look exactly like STOP signs for drivers of vehicles on the Door to Better Futures road. Causes confusion for the driver despite the smaller size ('catches your eye') and may Comments noted cause an accident.

Mr. Tony Parker 14-Jun-10 RECEIVED: The Walk and Roll Peel website is great; have lived in Brampton for the past year Supervisor, Health (near Bovaird and McLaughlin) and did not know about the bike path along Bovaird from Information Management Chinguacousy to Gore Road; Easy to miss when you are in a car; Attempted to bike to work last Section, Peel Region Health year was a terrible experience and there didn't seem to be any Bicycle friendly routes; Found Comments noted Services Department bike routes on the Walk and Roll Peel website and tried the Bovaird path - was pretty good except over Hwy. 410 where path seems to disappear and the ride becomes less comfortable and safe. Ms. Diana Simpson 23-Jun-10 SENT (Eric Chan, Peel Region): Provided access information to view the display boards from 23-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Thank you for sharing - looks like an interesting study; Very pleased to Accessibility Coordinator, the Public Information Sessions. see people in wheelchairs and people using canes as well as items related to City of Mississauga accessibility such as "Accessible Sidewalks"; Looking forward to providing input in the Comments noted; no action needed future.

Mr. Wayne Eaves 17-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Workgroup meeting dealing with Vision and Objectives was very informative & 16-Jun-10 SENT (Eric Chan, Peel Region): Your suggestions and comments; Forwarded VP Touring, Brampton looking forward to contributing with the development of the Active Transportation Plan; Please presentation slides - welcome to distribute within the Brampton Cycling Club; More Cycling Club provide soft copy of the slides for internal distribution; Goals in areas include interconnected detailed display panels will be on project website (link provided); Are on the roads with p+C23aved bike lanes (North-South & East-West) across both Municipalities and stakeholder list and will be kept informed as the project progresses Provided slides for distribution Region - Neighbouring regional and county connections are important as well.; Achievement will within the Brampton Cycling Club result in higher percentage of population using bikes; Safety is an issue as multi-use paths are not safe for biking; Provided information on the Brampton Cycling Club

Mr. John Willett's 14-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Will be unable to attend the PIC but would like to be included in the stakeholders' President, Friends of event in September; Believes there is a real grass roots interest in specific use trail, and bike Comments noted; Include in Claireville, Co-chair path/lane development. Stakeholders' workshop Brampton Environmental Advisory Committee

GENERAL PUBLIC

Contact Date Correspondence Information Date Response Information Action taken / Commitments Mr. Bill Wilson, 14-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Representative of the Humber Valley Heritage Trail Association (HVHTA) and Hike Vice President, Hike Ontario Ontario (HO); Provided 2 documents promoting the planning and building of pedestrian trails; Has seen increased conflict between hikers and bikers on the same trails particularly in the GTA; HO stated position of 'Use of Trails' and promotes separate trail systems for planning programs such as the Peel study for both bikers and hikers to avoid conflict and maximize Comments and documents noted experience; As an HVHTA representative - provided position paper which HO presented to planners in the TRCA in connection with their Bolton Resource Management Track Plan; Paper presents case and growing value for pedestrian only type trails.

Ms. Sheryl Tughan 17-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Attended PIC and has some suggestions to make active transportation more appealing; (1) Maintain storm drains on side of the road as cyclists will venture closer into traffic when road begins to degrade; (2) Retrofit and maintain all pedestrian crossings with the combination of visual/audible walk buttons (some have lost their function); (3) Ban particular advertising signs (plastic bags affixed to a 2-legged metal stake) - metal stakes end up on roads Comments noted and are hazardous for cyclists; (4) Lobby government to maintain GST exemption on bicycles under $1000 and expand program to include cycling gear. Proper gear is essential to cycle in each season; (5) Lobby government to provide incentives to employers who provide showering facilities and secure bike storage for employees who cycle to work.

Ms. Carolyn Clubine 23-Jun-10 RECEIVED: Has a new appreciation of the work of Public Works; Glad that the work on 23-Jun-10 SENT (Dan Labrecque, Peel Region): Intent of building the Walk and Roll initiative Director, Long Term Care trailways will involve a collaboration with the Cities - has been meaning enquire about Fletchers (which includes an interactive web site) is to first map all the trails and identify their Division, Peel Region Health trail; Fletchers Trail is broken up at Bovaird Drive (Brampton) by a culvert not set up for functions then identify gaps and build a strategy to close those gaps; Bovaird Road is Services Department pedestrian passage - is this on the work plan to redevelop? a great example which belongs to Peel Region who would take the lead if identified as a priority. Comments noted; 1 of 2 comments 24-Jun-10 SENT (Wayne Chan, Peel Region): Comments taken into consideration; Currently developing regarding a broken link on Bovaird an Active Transportation Plan for the Region where a Public Meeting was recently held; Hope Drive the plan can identify improvements the Region can undertake in making active transportation more enjoyable; Provides direction to online information about the study, the Walk and Roll website, and the interactive map displaying all trails and bike paths; Feel free to provide additional suggestions via email or in the lounge area (Walk and Roll).

September 8, 2010 IBI Group Consultation Documentation File Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

Mr. Yurij Michael Pelech 06-Jul-10 RECEIVED: Land development consultant within the Peel Region and local regional 06-Jul-10 SENT (Eric Chan, Region of Peel): Thank you for your interest in the study; Name Senior Planner, EMC Group municipalities; Active transportation business component; Was not able to attend the June PIC - has been added to project mailing list; For additional information and project status Limited please add to mailing list for future notifications/information. please visit www.walkandrollpeel.ca/projects Added to project mailing list

Ms. Lisa Stokes 29-Jul-10 RECEIVED: Was unable to attend PIC; Cycles extensively in Brampton on roads and multiuse 07-Sep-10 SENT (Project Team): trail with kids (from using a child seat, pulled in trailer and trail-along bike, and riding along side); Curbs - Installation of curb depressions at controlled crossings is not a Number one complaint are the curbs - no ramp to descend onto the road; Feels that the 'powers recommended practice; Safety, liability, and false sense of security issues. at be' feel its safer for cyclist to dismount, walk across road, and lift bike up curb and continue - not how cyclists operate; Ramps would be much safer and necessitate that the cyclist be on Asphalt Pathways - Approved standard for arterial roads that places 3m asphalt roadway for a shorter time path adjacent to the 'kill strip' which is for maintenance only; Right-of-way limits potential for physical separation between paths and the kill strips; Attempted visual Questions asphalt running adjacent to the curb on arterial roads - why are they narrow? why do separator as well (i.e. paint lines); 3m is the standard width for a boulevards pathway some have road signs in the middle of them? Why are cyclist forced to cross a grass boulevard (approved 2 years ago); Signs were removed in August; Signs have been installed in to ride to the sidewalk at street crossings to access the ramp? Why are there curbs at some areas without the City's permission - will be corrected; Provided contact driveways? information if rider sees additional signage.

Provides example of the asphalt strip running along Sandalwood Parkway between Torbam Crossing Grass with no Curb Cut - Reviewing standards as it relates to bikeway Road and Airport Road on the south side of the street; Noticed the asphalt path along Bovaird design; Interference between a boulevard path and driveway and local streets are all on the south side has been designated as a bike path - current signing (green circle with a bike) going to be looked at; Will work over time to correct and improve these situations. should be replaced with a cyclist on his bike with a circle and a line through the circle to show that he/she must walk his/her bike. Dismount Bicycle Signs - Use of the 'dismount and walk' sign is in accordance with the Bikeway Traffic Control Guidelines for Canada established by the Transportation Should be cycling access for bikers underneath bridges being built - why was this not done at Association of Canada (TAC); Cyclists are not permitted to travel in crosswalks and Sandlawood Parkway just west of Chapparal Drive?; Professors lake path under the bridge at there is no legislation in Ontario to support a designated crossing exclusive for Comments noted; Project team Maitland Street (damaged) has yet to be replaced; Path from Williams Parkway to Bovaird is in a bicycles; Cyclists legally required to dismount to continue within the crosswalk; MTO responded terrible state; Hope reconstruction of path at Dixie and Bovaird will extend down at least to granted special permission to the City of Mississauga to trial and exclusive bike Williams Parkway and include damage under the Maitland Street bridge. crossing ('crossride'); City of Brampton to discuss Mississauga's evaluation and results with the intent of possible implementing 'crossroads'. Signage is not adequate; Should be maps with 'you are here' references at each trail entrance; Route needs to be signed much better as parts of trail are not obvious; Pleased with trail marked Signage - Signage has recently became a priority; Information and regulatory around Professors lake marked with lanes for cyclists and pedestrians however walkers spread signage was implemented along Bovaird Drive, Etobicoke Creek, Professors' Lake over entire path; Bike speed limit (10km) too low and not enforceable - 20km would be Trail, and Esker Lake Trail in 2009 and 2010; Funding limitations is the biggest reasonable. constraint with respect to bikeway/pathways planning, implementation and monitoring conditions; Public observations have been helpful. Places of business need more bike racks; Traffic lights do not respond to cyclists i.e. at Eagleridge and Torbram; Eagleridge light only turns green when a car is waiting to enter the Bike Racks and Traffic Signals - Standard bicycle parking is on the list of action intersection; Cyclists options (which are not acceptable) are to cross against the light, wait for a plan items; Standard practice for cyclists to trigger traffic signals within the City is to car, or use sidewalk to access pedestrian crossing button. dismount and use the pedriatn push button or proceed on a green light activated by a vehicle; Technology is available to provide cyclists to be detected at traffic signal however thisis still in a trial period.

Peel Region is working with the Town of Caledon, the City of Brampton, and the City Mississauga to develop the Active Transportation Study; The study will develop a comprehensive plan to support more walking and cycling, including infrastructure improvements and the supporting policies/programs.

WALK AND ROLL LOUNGE

Name Post Information Incorporated into the study / Addressed by the study Action taken / Commitments SUBJECT 1 - What would make you walk/cycle more in Peel Region? POSTED: At Bovaird and one of the major intersections (either Chinguacosy or McLaughlin, west of Main 9#10/Hurontario), cyclists have to cross a yielding traffic lane to reach an island in order to cross at a traffic signal; Cyclists have to make an awkward 'S' turn in the yield lane to reach this island which leaves the cyclist vulnerable to merging traffic into the southbound lanes; Would like a response to whether or not these issues Awkward maneuvering on bike when crossing particular roads. will be addressed at some point in the future; Could benefit from wider bike paths on Bovaird from Creditview Road #10. POSTED: Novice biker, and it can be intimidating to be on the road with Brampton drivers; Needs to be more public education about bikes on the road and bikers need safety education opportunities as well; Agrees with Catherine E the need for dedicated safe, separate bike lanes, or paths to encourage biking; Used Google maps feature Education opportunities for both drivers and riders on road sharing and safety on the website provided to plan route - there was only a North-South path; There is a need to build a bike infrastructure. POSTED - Regular form of transportation to work: Traffic safety and air quality on major routes are issues; Bike lanes should be off the major routes in separate lanes for two reasons - (1) Vehicles do not share the road or see bikers. (2) Vehicles emit pollutants which bikers breathe; Would like to use bike as Chris primary means to get to work and more people would do so if routes were safer and cleaner (air); Bike Traffic safety and air quality impacts to riders infrastructure needs dedicated paths (not including vehicles) parallel to the road as in other countries (i.e. Netherlands); Current bike lanes have debris including rocks and gravel which interfere with riding and can potentially cause a fatal accident.

September 8, 2010 IBI Group Consultation Documentation File Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

POSTED: When coming to a drive-way or road, the small paths by the road all end in a curb or curve 90 degrees into the sidewalk. Can we get those curbs cut? Mike Curb modifications

POSTED: Biking in Brampton is limited; Does not understand why there are no bike lanes on the road; With all the construction, why is there no provision made especially since roads for new developments are not Mike made until 5 years after all the homes are filled? Bike lanes on roads

POSTED - Natural Infrastructure: All the trails run north-south along the river tributaries; There are no east- west trails that are away from traffic; Certain roads with wide boulevards have been paved all the way to the side walk; No visual, acoustic, or safety buffer from cars, except for concrete lamp poles; Is it possible to Incorporate natural features to protect and enhance rider experience while providing a J Kuzniar have some bermed planting as a buffer as well as a bike lane without poles in the middle every 50'?; Very positive impacts for the natural environment. little natural heritage remains in Brampton - now is the time to acquire & protect green corridors for human and wildlife movement. POSTED: Would love to hike/bike/walk more in or near the Bramalea area but there does not seem to be any natural, quiet areas; Went to the Heart Lake Road Conservation Area and the trails lead to areas right Quiet areas reguired for active transportation as growing congestion is noisy in particular A White beside the busy Heart Lake Road and other residential areas; Streets have become congested and noisy; neighborhoods one cannot enjoy a nice peaceful walk in the neighbourhood without the loud sound of traffic

SUBJECT 2 - Comments, complaints and suggestions POSTED - Drinking Water: Carries canteen when cycling but runs out on hot days; Is not aware of any public drinking fountains or washrooms along the main bike routes; If facilities exist, please mark on map; Paul Smith Believes the mapping is excellent. Washroom facilities and drinking water availability close to bike routes

POSTED - Bike Racks: Bike in Brampton frequently; Stop to run errands and also to attend great summer events (i.e. the farmers market, and the classic car show); Have been deterred from attending such events R and R because of the lack of bike racks; Brampton has great trails and one would think there would be plenty of Provide additional bike racks in Brampton racks - what is the plan to fix this problem?; In the interim, rider will be locking bikes to trees or whatever they can find. POSTED - Politicians get involved!: Suggest that politicians and developers be forced to bike on roads/paths (since illegal on sidewalks); Do this for a couple of weeks in the summer during rush hour to Mike appreciate the frustration of many Brampton residents who would like to bike to work but are afraid to; Works Route to airport is dangerous when riding adjacent vehicular traffic at the airport and is a shame that half of the ride is on the road where trucks and cars are zooming by and making it dangerous. POSTED: Suggest that all new developments be made with bike lanes on the main roads and connect other minor roads with trails. Trails should be made easy so they can go to the main intersections of other major Mike roads in the area. Bike lanes to be incorporated into all new developments

POSTED - Path to industrial areas: Suggest a path continuation of the trail on Kennedy south of Steeles going east. If it were to continue to Tomken or Derry and Drew, it would potentially give an opportunity to Mike those working in the industrial area to bike; Currently it is terrible to bike on the road and sidewalk because of Provide paths to and within industrial areas truck and car fumes, and noise; Trail has been idle for 20 years and it is time for a change; People working in the industrial areas would like to bike to work as well. POSTED - Walking in Brampton: Has lived in Brampton for 34 years and has made great walking use of the park on Vodden St. East (across from the fire hall); However has 3 complaints - (1) Walking on the Enhance natural features along paths and in park on Vodden St. East to make experience May Neubert asphalt is a crippling experience. (2) The planting of a decent sized shade tree on the proper side of the trail more enjoyable since the beating down of the sun is dreadful. (3) Weeds and tall grass make walking in the park less appealing POSTED - link with City of Brampton: Would be good if there was a link from the City of Brampton website to the Walk and Roll website to connect with other bikers Katherine Gregoire Link on the City of Brampton website to the Walk and Roll website

POSTED - shopping: Shopping plazas have been designed to give convenience to car drivers but those who walk or cycle to pick up groceries must pass through few acres of parking lot feeling like a second rate Janet Kuziar citizen; The "car first" culture must change and changing urban design would be a big help Design shopping plazas' giving more consideration to bicycle maneuvering

POSTED - Better bike on-ramps: There are few locations in Brampton that would benefit from better construction and access for bikes - (1) The path just south of McCrimmon where it intersects Leagate does not have a ramp to the road on either side of the sidewalk. Cyclists who are unaware of this fact abruptly try to stop or bang their tire on the curb then have to dismount to get back up; (2) Cyclist have to make an Liz Conville Provide wider bike paths while considering mounting and dismounting movements at curbs awkward 'S' turn in the yield lane to reach this island which leaves the cyclist vulnerable to merging traffic into the southbound lanes; Would like a response to weather or not this issues will be addressed at some point in the future; Could benefit from Wider bike paths on Bovaird from Credit View Road #10

September 8, 2010 IBI Group Consultation Documentation File Region of Peel Active Transportation Study

SUBJECT 3 - Enjoyable trail/path/route recommendations POSTED - Bike lanes / Paths: Often ride the Etobicoke Creek trail just north of Queen St. and the McGlaughlin valley trail; Tries to respects other as they use the trail but at time (usually on a downhill) rider Justin Lee approaches users fairly quickly and has scared them at times. Has wished for a dedicated lane or trail and Consider the relationship between walking and biking on the Etobicoke Creek trail would love that some were not paved; Loves the website.

September 8, 2010 IBI Group 1

200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Memorandum

To/Attention Steering Committee Date June 3, 2011 From Norma Moores, IBI Group Project No 27691 cc Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group Steno nvm

Subject Summary of Public Consultation Session No. 2

Introduction

As part of the Peel Region Active Transportation Study, the second of a series of two public consultation sessions were held in Thursday, April 21, 2011 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Brampton City Hall, 2 Wellington St. West, Brampton, in the 1st Floor Atrium. The purpose of this second public consultation session was to invite the public to review the recommendations of the Active Transportation study, ask questions, and share their ideas. Available at the event was a registration sheet; comment form; bookmarks, bicycle bells and trail map brochures advertising the WalkandRollPeel.ca web site; and the following displays: • Welcome and agenda • Purpose of the study and vision • Why promote walking and cycling • Objectives and roles • Building on existing initiatives • Area municipal plans • Travel attitudes and patterns • Policy recommendations • Programming recommendations • Network recommendations • Design ideas • Implementation strategy • Study contacts • Six maps of the Region (two for each area municipality) illustrating the proposed long-term regional pedestrian and cycling networks The displays and maps were made available on the project web site at http://www.walkandrollpeel.ca/projects/2010pats.htm#2. Presentations were made at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. A copy of the presentation is attached. IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – June 3, 2011

In total, 52 people signed the registration sheets. Agencies represented included Region of Peel, City of Brampton, City of Mississauga, Peel District School Board, Brampton Cycling Club, Dr. Tom Pashby Sports Safety Fund, Friends of Claireville, CNIB, Specialty Care Mississauga Road, and Cultural Association Networking Diversity. Four people signed in indicating they were from Caledon, five from Mississauga and 36 from Brampton. Steering Committee and consultant staff project representatives at the session included: Eric Chan, Wayne Chan, and Rebecca Fortin from Region of Peel; Dave Kuperman and Lalita Paray from City of Brampton; Jacquelyn Hayward Gulati from City of Mississauga; Norma Moores and Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group. City of Brampton had a map and a comment form about their in- house bikeway study being undertaken at that time. Comments Received Below is a summary of the comments received at or following the first series of public information sessions. Comments are grouped by the questions from the comment form and by themes developed after review by the consultants.

1. Are you in support of the Region of Peel’s first Active Transportation Study to transform regional roads to better accommodate pedestrians and cyclists?

13 people indicated Yes If yes, what do you like best about the plan?

General • The best thing about the plan is that it is a beginning to something very good. But I think it’s flawed. • I like that the plan exists so at least people are thinking in the right direction but I don’t see it fulfilling the need for walk / bike / public transit access as more and more vehicles drop off the roads in the next 10 years. • The very best part about the plan is the very fact there is a plan, finally! It is nice that it is made possible, and that the study is made by people who are riding bicycles! • Something is being done to get people walking and cycling, but I see lots of maps and words but no real action. • The ATS is a very positive step forward! There are still grey areas that need to be addressed: consistent road maintenance, especially in the winter, regulation of transport trucks off residential roads, education campaigns for citizen awareness, and partnerships with area builders to carefully plan for active transport.

Network • There is dialogue on filling gaps in current sidewalks. The LTC facility I work at spent two years begging city hall to connect our facility approximately 150 feet to a sidewalk and existing nature trail. • Integrated system • Connection with Waterfront / Martin Goodman trail IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – June 3, 2011

End-of-trip Facilities • Bike racks? Not enough in shopping areas and at schools • Bike repair facilities—Affordable too

Programs Incentive to bike , i.e. a bike to work week(s); tax break

3 people indicated No If no, how could the plan be improved to meet your concerns? • Current plan is not suitable to get more cyclists to commute across the city. Multi-use trails per study is wrong approach and dangerous for pedestrians and cyclists • There is no plan to say, “We will put cycle lanes from downtown Brampton to Mississauga in 2015” or when we repave a road we will add an extra metre at each side and put in edge lines.

2. What is the most important thing that the Region of Peel could do to help residents choose walking and cycling more often? • Initiate on-going input from residents on a regular basis

Network • Make sure all are connected. I live in Meadowvale. Part of the reason I chose Meadowvale is because of the paths connecting community centre and commercial outlets. I use these on a regular basis and think all future development should include them. • Pave shoulders, bike lanes • Must separate pedestrians and cyclists • Multi-use paths not the solution and not recommended • Ensure it is safe. Apprehension due to safety concerns is an issue for me. • Offer more trails / paths—don’t count on just the Etobicoke Creek Trail as your publicity front • Better path connectivity • More multi-use paths • First and foremost, the safety of bicycle riders has to be considered: bicycle paths have to be segregated, otherwise there will be deaths! There has to be a Master Plan with input from the public and an implementation plan. From now on, all new development plans to include bicycle paths. • Lay out routes for children to cycle to school safely.

End-of-trip Facilities • For cyclists to have specific areas to obtain service, i.e., a central bike repair centre; air station pumps that are accessible (free?) especially for children who are often at gas stations getting air. • Bike repair stations along trails—greater accessibility overall • At shopping malls, GO stations, library, City Hall have secure lockers or racks for bicycles. • Have a secure location for school children’s bicycles IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – June 3, 2011

Programs • Improve education / awareness for both drivers, walkers and cyclists regarding safety on the trails / sidewalks / roads. Especially at traffic lights / cross points • Get the word out (education) to get people out of their cars for short destinations, i.e. less than 2 km. • Host age specific events , i.e. family, teen, adult cyclists for varying degrees of ability • Education • Support development and distribution of newly designed bicycle helmets for kids / adolescents with turbans. • Promote car driver and cyclist / pedestrian safety education programs. • Get retailers to offer some kind of discount it you walk / bike (no ida how this could be done) • Training on bikes for all ages • Incentives to buy and use bikes (tax refund, etc.) • Education = Presentations in school, community, religious institutions, etc. • Training for all ages when bike is purchased (free courses to encourage bike use)

Development • Involve developers to build grid pattern roads in new home developments (rather than winding roads) to get people out of their cars

Safety • Safety applicable for all—turban wearers? • Provide well-lit, safe walking / cycling areas, free of obstacles. • Install / equip social spacesd wiuth emergency phones / buttons for easy polic contact. •

Funding • A method of saving money.

Additional Comments: • Please add a wheelchair symbol to your logo to be more inclusive and ensure your message reaches everyone. • Focus on commuting! • I see at rush hour cars lined up at a traffic light going north / south and possibly one car may come out of a side street, eg. McLaughlin and Elgin, and many more I could mention. I’m lucky as I am retired and can afford the time to sit at traffic lights and emit maximum CO2 levels for my exhaust pipe. But a lot of people on their way to work must get very frustrated. Check out the video-cam on the Ancaster roundabout to see how well roundabouts work. • Thbnak you for the very informative session. I think it is grat that Peel is committing themselves to building infrastructure for active transportation. IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – June 3, 2011

That is a move in the right direction. However. I was left with a feeling of “if we build it, they will come”. It is far too simplistic a plan and I feel it does not address all the obstacles Peel residents face, such as an on-going lack of time due to long commutes for working in neighbouring regions, limited income to spend on “active” equipment and individual scepticism. Unless the ATS plans to address the psycho / social resistance to active transportation as well, I fear the new infrastructure build will remain unused.

Network • Dedicated bike lanes on major roads—easier / safer to get to school and work • Have they considered changing pavement texture on the white line that separates bike and traffic lanes? I am thinking / referencing rural roads that make load noises when you are approaching a stop sign. • Put centre line down all trails and walkways as they do in London ON and have signs telling people to Keep Right instead of walking down the centre of walkways. • Very big concerns in regards to the existing speed limits along Regional roads. Will the speed limits be bike friendly? • Many sidewalks have a “hard” edge, i.e. are not sloped to accommodate wheels, i.e. baby carriage, bikes especially on boulevards / asphalt narrow paths • All paths should have a line down the middle and signs that say Keep to the Right • “You build it (safe) and they will come!” • On Regional roads, we should have more “Share the Road” signs. • Over the next few years Steeles will be widened to four lanes from Milton to Winston Churchill Boulevard. At the same time they are installing a multi- purpose trail on the south side. This should be continued right across Steeles to Finch with an edge line, cycle path or multi-purpose trail. The same is happening on Mayfield between Dixie and Airport Road. This is a step in the right direction, however, there is a lot more that can be done in the City itself.

End-of-trip Facilities • Need bike racks especially at all libraries

Safety • Safety: I would like a bike-friendly community but to imagine what it could look like is difficult. We need info on before and after of what areas look like (success stories) so we know what to support and what to communicate to others and waht to ask our Councillors for. Please` show examples, success stories on www.walkandrollpeel.ca • No proper diversion when road works are being done, e.g. McLaughlin Road at 407 bridge—no current pedestrian or bike access. Why? Walking and cycling us being heavily discouraged and cars given priority. This bridge is heavily used by bikes and pedestrians by local community. It is a school route and route to local Gurudawara (religious institution). IBI Group Memorandum

Steering Committee – June 3, 2011

Maintenance • Clearing of large snowfalls on bike / walk paths. Sidewalks are many times not ploughed on major roads, eg. Mavis Road and 401 bridge (this winter) IBI Group with UrbanTrans Public Consultation April 21, 2011

Outline

• Objectives • Roles • Recommendations

This is the Region of Peel has created an Active Transportation Plan— a co-ordinated approach, region-wide, working collectively with area municipalities, and building on their plans.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 2

1 Building on Area Plans

• Caledon Trails Master Plan (2011) • Brampton Pathways Master Plan (2002) • Mississauga Cycling Master Plan (2010)

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 3

Objectives

Make all Regional roads accessible, walkable and bikeable for everyone: residents and visitors of Peel communities, from youth to seniors, and for people with disabilities.

Collectively, the Region of Peel and area municipalities are making great strides to meet healthy community and sustainability goals.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 4

2 Objectives and Vision

• New comprehensive polices aimed at making Peel communities more walkable and bike -friendly. • Active transportation infrastructure improvements along Regional Roads • Partnerships with stakeholders for programs to shift travel behaviour

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 5

Roles for the Region of Peel

¾ Policy development ¾ Promotion / marketing ¾ Network development: rampton Cyclist • Work with area municipalities to fill gaps, interconnect network • Research best practices Photo credit:B • Consult and co-ordinate stakeholders

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 6

3 Recommendations—Policies

NEW: Work with all levels of government, non-governmental community groups and the private sector to increase the active transportation modal share through behavioural shift programming that target the needs of residents and employees taking short trips in Peel Region.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 7

Recommendations—Supporting Policies

• Building knowledge and design strategies • Implement the Active Transportation Plan • Design for active transportation in balance with other modes • Incorporate active transportation responsibilities • Create active transportation- friendly developments and communities

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 8

4 Recommendations—Programming

In 2006, 70% of work and school trips less than 2 km in the Region were by automobile.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 9

Recommendations—Programming

• Walk and Roll Peel • Metrics for walkandrollpeel.ca • 5-year Transportation Demand Management Social Marketing Plan • Annual stakeholders meeting • Annual business plan • Walk and Roll resident-based Individualized Marketing • Walk + Roll to Ride Program

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 10

5 Recommendations—Other Strategies

• Public bike systems • Tourism: • Leverage major events • Co-ordinate promotion • Extend the GO by Bike • Promote through Walk and Roll Peel • Host special events Foundation of the Greenbelt hoto credit: Friendshoto credit: P

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 11

Recommendations—Caledon

Regional roads in Caledon: • Fill gaps in sidewalks • Extend sidewalks to destinations • Pave shoulders where feasible • Work with Caledon to extend Etobicoke Creek Trail • Improve Caledon Trail crossings • Discuss strategy for sidewalks / bike lanes in settlements

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 12

6 Recommendations—Brampton

Regional roads in Brampton: • Construct sidewalk and trails with Capital projects • Fill gaps in sidewalks / trails • Meet with Hydro and Brampton about trail in corridor south of Hwy. 407 to Claireville C.A. • Discuss strategies for: • Segregated bike lanes • Trails on both sides of Regional roads • Replacing sidewalks with trails

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 13

Recommendations—Mississauga

Regional roads in Mississauga: • Fill gaps in sidewalks / trails • Rely on local network for Dixie Road and Airport Road • Meet with Hydro and Mississauga about trails in corridors south of QEW and Hwy. 403 • Work with Mississauga on crossing of Etobicoke River • Discuss strategies for: • Bike lanes instead of trails, where appropriate • Trails on both sides of Regional roads • Replacing sidewalks with trails

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 14

7 Region-wide

Along Regional Roads: • Work with municipalities on pedestrian amenities • High visibility crosswalks, countdown signals, and pedestrian-friendly channelized right-turn lanes • Bicycle detection at signals • Roundabouts

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 15

Region-wide

Along Regional Roads: • Accessible curb ramps at trail / sidewalk crossings • Accessible pedestrian signals program • Work with MTO to improve interchanges • Develop demonstration projects to test new ideas • Work with municipalities on way-finding signage strategy

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 16

8 Implementation Strategy

• Review maintenance agreements • Review AT Plan regularly to ensure it meets the needs of the Region of Peel • Potential funding: • Development charges • Developer funded •Tax levy • Federal and Provincial programs / grants • Larger projects

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 17

Thank-you!

For more information about this study, contact: Eric Chan Region of Peel [email protected] (905) 791-7800 ext. 4417 Norma Moores IBI Group [email protected] (905) 546-1010 ext. 2106

Learn more at: www.walkandrollpeel.ca/projects

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 18

9 IBI Group 200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Meeting Summary

To/Attention Notes to File Date June 29, 2011 From Norma Moores Project No 27691 Steno nvm

Subject Region of Peel Active Transportation Study: Regional and Area Municipal Staff Presentation Peel Conference Centre (MR1-985A), 1st Floor, Suite B, 10 Peel Centre Drive Tuesday, June 21, 2011, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Present Damian Albanese, Region of Peel—Transportation Gayle Bursey, Region of Peel—Public Health Wayne Chan, Region of Peel—Transportation Margie Chung, Region of Peel—Transportation Rebecca Fortin, Region of Peel—Public Health Christine Gutmann, Region of Peel—Public Health Jim Hoddinott, Region of Peel—Transportation Jacob Kaven, Region of Peel—Transportation Gary Kocialek, Region of Peel—Transportation Bob Nieuwenhuysen, Region of Peel—Roads Capital Sabbir Saiyed, Region of Peel—Transportation Tom Slomke, Region of Peel—Development Services Kant Chawla, Town of Caledon Sara Peckford, Town of Caledon Tim Kocialek, City of Brampton David Kuperman, City of Brampton Scott McIntyre, City of Brampton Adrian Smith. City of Brampton John Spencer, City of Brampton Klaus Stolch, City of Brampton Henrik Zbogar, City of Brampton Wendy Alexander, City of Mississauga Paulina Mikicich, City of Mississauga Joe Pitushka, City of Mississauga Ezio Savini, City of Mississauga Stefan Szczepanski, City of Mississauga Ayrun Jeganahan, MTO Joe Lai, MTO Aimee-Rose Tupaz, MTO Norma Moores, IBI Group Distribution All present Steering Committee Brian Hollingworth, IBI Group

IBI Group is a group of firms providing professional services and is affiliated with IBI Group Architects Planning & Engineering Initiatives Ltd. (PEIL) is a member of the IBI Group of firms Region of Peel Active Transportation Study: Regional and Area Municipal Staff Presentation Peel Conference Centre (MR1-985A), 1st Floor, Suite B, 10 Peel Centre Drive Page 2 of 4 Item Discussed

Purpose, Agenda and Introductions 1. The purpose of the meeting was to present the Region of Peel Active Transportation Study vision, findings and recommendations, and receive feedback before finalizing the report and presenting it to area municipal and Regional Councils.

2. A copy of the agenda is attached, along with the presentation made by N. Moores, IBI Group.

3. G. Kocialek welcomed the group and shared his experience on cycling with the group.

4. G. Bursey provided an introduction to the Region of Peel’s interest in the study. She had three key messages for attendees: 1) Call to action to slow the rate of increase in chronic diseases: • Obesity and diabetes rates are on the rise in Peel • People are aware of the benefits of physical activity • It is the environment in which we live that present barriers to active living • There is a need to focus on building an active transportation network that supports utilitarian uses for physical activity, getting people to where they need to go; not just a network for recreation 2) We will be held accountable as civil servants and need to keep our eye on the ball: • Small, “one-of” changes will not make the difference needed • Need to focus on larger, co-ordinated efforts to make a significant impact 3) The time has come: • There is public / media support for building sustainable and healthy communities Comments and Questions Comments and questions were received following the presentation are summarized below:

Social Marketing

• The funding of the social marketing programs is separate from the capital works funding. Currently there is $150,000/year. The Region will look into the possibilities of increasing this, if required.

• Although social marketing needs to be supported, we need the active transportation infrastructure first, i.e., cannot promote becoming more active when there are no places to do it.

• Media outlets are different in Peel Region compared to Toronto, London, Ottawa, etc. There is not one media that is a voice for the whole region, but various ones that cover different geographic areas. We need a good story to tell to get their attention.

Recommended Networks

• Although recreational trips are nice, utilitarian trips need to be prioritized. The plan responds to this by attempting to improve every Regional road since there are destinations (residential, commercial and industrial) accessed from these roads.

• Steeles Avenue has a very narrow right-of-way. Implementation of improvements will be in the long-term.

• The recommendations in the networks align with the Mississauga Cycling Master Plan. Mississauga is generally in support of the plan, although they have some comments Region of Peel Active Transportation Study: Regional and Area Municipal Staff Presentation Peel Conference Centre (MR1-985A), 1st Floor, Suite B, 10 Peel Centre Drive Page 3 of 4 Item Discussed

they will submit.

• Notwithstanding the cost challenges, improvements to interchanges should be high on the priority list. They are barriers and will make a big difference, particularly Hwy. 410 and Bovaird, and Hwy. 407.

• There are discontinuities in the existing network. It is important to understand how these came about so that these omissions will not be repeated. In the past, active transportation facilities have been left out of shorter projects; yet active transportation trips are relatively short and a gap can have significant consequences.

• The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act will require municipalities to build sidewalks.

Regional Road Rights-of-Way

• The Region of Peel is initiating a study on road characterization. One cross-section does not fit all locations, i.e. residential, intensification, industrial, etc. This study will tie well with the Active Transportation Plan, and will inform the Development Charges studies. Previous discussions on the six-lane typical cross-section and right-of-way width included providing a buffer between pedestrians and the travel lanes; so the right- of-way width is regarded by some as not excessive.

• The ROP Schedule F and the Region’s Long Range Transportation Plan will be updated to reflect the Active Transportation Plan in consultation with area municipalities, stakeholders, and the public.

• Mississauga cautioned that there was controversy around lands requested to accommodate active transportation to be given gratuitously to the City. The lands need to be part of the designated right-of-way identified in the Official Plan.

Funding

• Clarification of the funding was requested: • If a Regional road is being widened, the boulevard trail and sidewalk are included in the Development Charges. • Where there is a gap in the sidewalk or boulevard trail network and the Regional road is not in the Capital Program, there is no funding at this time. The Region would like to work out a strategy to fund filling the gaps and wants to work in partnership with the area municipalities to find funding sources. One potential source being discussed is the gas taxes.

• Caledon staff have advocated for using the Gas Tax for active transportation unsuccessfully. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), however, wants to showcase sustainable transportation.

Implementation

• Partners need to include not just the Region of Peel and the area municipalities, but also the Province and developers.

• The Conservation Authorities were included in the agency workshops and should be part of the discussions on implementation. Region of Peel Active Transportation Study: Regional and Area Municipal Staff Presentation Peel Conference Centre (MR1-985A), 1st Floor, Suite B, 10 Peel Centre Drive Page 4 of 4 Item Discussed

• The Region of Peel would like to continue with the Steering Committee in order to figure out how to deliver the Active Transportation Plan. Funding is drying up; difficult to increase taxes next year. The Gas Tax is an optional source of funding. The network also needs to be phased in over time.

• Region of Peel will launch planning guidelines to balance the needs of goods movement, transit and active transportation with an upcoming study on integrating land use. This will require working closely with the area municipalities. Public Health has created guidelines for built environments and healthy living.

• Bikeway types need to be looked at again during implementation to confirm applicability. Safety of boulevard trails at side streets and driveways was discussed briefly. Implementation needs to be looked at on a corridor-by-corridor basis to scope what is the best design to implement and when.

• It is difficult to set priorities. Is it important to do something significant, or a million little things?

Other

• Trips ends need to be considered in planning for facilities. Although it is the area municipalities’ responsibility, we need changes to support bicycle parking and other end- of-trip facilities. This should be highlighted in the Active Transportation Plan.

Next Steps

5. M. Chung will provide copies of the study reports (Parts 1 and 2), the recommended network maps, cost / funding breakdown by municipality and project, and the presentation on an ftp site for staff to access. She is looking for comments on prioritizing the improvements that do not have any funding committed (those Regional roads and regional trails that are outside the Capital Plan), current area municipal funding sources for active transportation projects (if any), and projects that can be worked in partnership with Peel. Comments to finalize the reports will be received until mid-July 2011.

6. The Active Transportation Plan is planned to be presented to Regional Council for endorsement in the Fall 2011. Presentations to area municipal councils as information can be arranged prior to/after the Regional Council meeting.

IBI Group 200 East Wing–360 James Street North Hamilton ON L8L 1H5 Canada tel 905 546 1010 fax 905 546 1011

Regional Municipality of Peel Active Transportation Plan—Area Municipal and Region of Peel Staff Presentation of Study Report

Region of Peel Headquarters—10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite B, Brampton, 1st Floor Conference Centre (MR1-985A) Tuesday, June 21, 2011, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Agenda

Time Item 9:30 AM 1. Introductions All

9:40 AM 2. Purpose of the AT Plan and overview M. Chung

9:45 AM 3. Presentation of the AT Plan and Implementation N. Moores Strategy:

• What’s in it

• Key messages

• Vision and roles

• Recommendations: policies, networks and design strategies

• Public consultation

• Implementation strategies

10:15 AM 4. Q & A All

10:55 AM 5. Next Steps: Council presentations M. Chung

11:00 AM 6. Adjournment All

IBI Group is a group of firms providing professional services and is affiliated with IBI Group Architects Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Regional Municipality of Peel IBI Group with UrbanTrans June 21, 2011

Outline

• What’s in it • Key messages • Roles for the Region • Recommendations • Public Consultation • Implementation Strategies • Maintenance and Asset Management • Next Steps

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 2

IBI Group 1 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

What’s in it

Part 1: Active Transportation Plan 1. Purpose and Vision 2. Why an AT Plan and Roles for RiRegion o fPlf Peel 3. Consultation 4. Travel attitudes and Patterns 5. Policies 6. Programming 7. Networks 8. AT Facilities Reference Guide

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 3

What’s in it

Part 2: AT Plan Implementation Strategy 1. Introduction 2. Overvi ew /B/ Best tP Practi ces 3. Phasing 4. Financial Requirements 5. Tools for Implementation 6. Asset Management and Maintenance

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 4

IBI Group 2 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Key Messages

Make all Regional roads accessible, walkable and bikeable for everyone: residents and visitors of Peel communities, from youth to seniors, for people with disabilities, and other priority populations.

Collectively, the Region of Peel and area municipalities are making great strides to meet healthy community and sustainability goals.goals

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 5

Key Messages

New comprehensive policies aimed at making Peel communities more walkable and bike-friendly.

This is the Region of Peel has created an Active Transportation Plan— a co-ordinated approach, region-wide, working collectively with area munici pali ti es, and b uildi ng on their plans.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 6

IBI Group 3 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Roles for the Region

Three roles emerged: ¾ Policy development ¾ Promotion / marketing rampton Cyclist ¾ Network development Work with area municipalities Photo credit:B to fill gaps Interconnect network Research best practices Consult / co-ordinate stakeholders

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 7

Recommendations: OP Policies

• Minor revisions to broader role of active transportation •NEW:Work with all levels of government, non- governmental community groups and the private sector to increase the active transportation modal share through health promotion, behavioural change and educational programs that target the needs of residents and employees in the Region of Peel.

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 8

IBI Group 4 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Recommendations: AT Polices

• Building knowledge and design strategies • Implement the AT Plan • Design for AT in balance with other modes • Incorporate AT responsibilities • Create AT-friendly developments and communities

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 9

Recommendations—Programming

• Walk and Roll Peel • Annual stakeholders meeting to review efforts and plan events • Annual business plan • 5-Year TDM Social Marketing Plan • Walk and Roll resident-based Tailored Marketing [concept] • Walk + Roll to Ride Program [concept]

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 10

IBI Group 5 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Recommendations—Other Supporting Programming

Provide support to area municipalities and partners: • Public bike systems • Tourism: • Leverage major events • Co-ordinate promotion • Promote through Walk and Roll Peel • Link to other tourism strategies Foundation of the Greenbelt hoto credit: Friendshoto credit: P

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 11

Recommendations—Caledon

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 12

IBI Group 6 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Recommendations—Brampton

Regional roads in Brampton: • Construct sidewalk and trails with Capital projects • Fill gaps in sidewalks / trails • Work with MTO to improve interchanges • Meet with Hydro and Brampton about trail in corridor south of Hwy. 407 to Claireville C.A. • Discuss strategies for segregated bike lanes, multi-use trails both sides, replacing sidewalks with multi-use trails

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 13

Recommendations—Mississauga

Regional roads in Mississauga: • Construct sidewalk and trails with Capital projects • Fill ggpaps in sidewalks / trails • Work with MTO to improve interchanges • Meet with Hydro and Mississauga about trails in corridors south of QEW and Hwy. 403 • Work with Mississauga on crossing of Credit River • Discuss strategies for bike lanes when multi-use trails not appropriate, multi-use trails both sides, replacing sidewalks with multi-use trails

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 14

IBI Group 7 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Recommendations: Region-wide

Along Regional Roads: • Work with municipalities to enhance pedestrian amenities in priority demand areas • High visibility crosswalks, countdown signals, and pedestrian-friendly channelized right-turn lanes • Bicycle detection at signals • Best practices for roundabouts

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 15

Recommendations: Region-wide

Along Regional Roads: • Accessible curb ramps at trail / sidewalk crossings • Accessible pedestrian signals program • Demonstration projects • Way-finding signage strategy • Promote AT-friendly guidelines

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 16

IBI Group 8 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Consultation

2 meetings 2 meetings 25 attendees Agencies: 48 attendees Ministry of Transportation Stakeholders: Ontario ● Metrolinx ● York Brampton Cycling Club ● Bruce Region ● County of Simcoe ● Trail Conservancy ● Friends of City of Toronto ● Toronto and Claireville ● Humber Valley Heritage RiRegion Conservati on ● Town Trail Association ● Hike Ontario ● of Caledon ● City of Brampton Headwaters Communities in Action ● City of Mississauga ● ● Mississauga Cycling Advisory Region of Peel Committee ● Mississauga Accessibility Advisory Committee ● Peel Region Accessibility Advisory Committee ● Brampton Safe City ● Steering Committee: CNIB ● Cultural Association Region of Peel Networking Diversity ● Peel District Town of Caledon School Board ● 350.org ● Sierra City of Brampton Club Ontario ● Dr. Pashby Sports City of Mississauga Safety Fund ● Specialty Care Public Mississauga Road (Events & 9 meetings WalkandRollPeel 12 members study website) 4 open houses 65 attendees

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 17

Implementation: Best Practices

1. Leadership

2. Partnership

3. Public involvement

4. Financial and human resources

5. Knowledge and skills

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 18

IBI Group 9 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Implementation: Costs and Funding

Short Term (Years 0 to 5) and Long Term (Years 21+) Medium Term (Years 6 to 20)

Valuable Valuable Partnership PtPartnershi p Projects Potential Projects Peel Projects $8.4 M Committed 10% Funding 38% Potential $25.3 M $52.3 M 62% Peel Projects 29% 61%

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 19

Implementation Strategies

Funding Sources: • Development charges: Region and Mississauga • Developer funded •Tax levy • Federal and Provincial programs and grants • Federal Gas Tax • Alternatives linked to larger ppjrojects: ¾ User-pay ¾ PPP and joint developments ¾ Tax incremental financing

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 20

IBI Group 10 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Implementation: Review Process

• Annual updates: Capital Program and budget process • Annual staff report to councils to monitor performance • Full review in 5 years

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 21

Maintenance and Asset Management

• Preventative, routine and responsive maintenance • Winter control maintenance • Asset management • Inspections, reporting and public feedback • Region of Peel to review maintenance agreements

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 22

IBI Group 11 Region of Peel Active Transportation Study June 21, 2011 Staff Presentation

Next Steps

• Finalize in the summer 2011 • Present to Regional and local councils in the fall 2011

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 23

Thank-you!

Any questions?

Learn more at: www.walkandrollpeel.ca/projects

Norma Moores, P.Eng. Margie Chung, P.Eng. Associate Principal Transportation Planner IBI Group Region of Peel [email protected] [email protected]

Region of Peel Active Transportation Study 24

IBI Group 12

Appendix B—Active Transportation Networks in Adjacent Municiaplities

Bruce Trail

Forks of the Credit Source: Provincial Park http://www.caledonbrucetrail.org/caledonmap.htm, (August 2010) Source: http://www.thehillsofheadwaters.com/earlrowe/documents/earlrowe/forksmap.jpg (August 2010)

Elora – Cataract Trailway

Source: http://www.oakridgestrail.org/images/Trail%20Map2010.pdf (August 2010)

Peel Active Transportation Study: Provincial / Regional Trails Dufferin County Existing and Planned Active Transportation and Trail Routes - County Wide

Source: Dufferin County Trails and Active Transportation Master Plan Date: March 2010 Status: Plan approved and circulated for review

Halton Region Conceptual Regional Cycling and Pathways Network

Source: Region of Halton Transportation Master Plan DtDate: 2004 Status: Approved

Peel Active Transportation Study: Adjacent Regional Plans (North and West) York Region Proposed Long-term Pedestrian System

Source: York Region Pedestrian & Cycling Master Plan Study Date: April 2008 Status: Approved

York Region Proposed Cycling Network

Peel Active Transportation Study: Adjacent Regional Plans (East) Milton Town Wide Trail Network: Facility Type

Source: Town of Milton Trails Master Plan Update Date: September 2007 Status: Approved

Halton Hills Cycling Master Plan Recommended Facility Types

Source: Town of Halton Hills Cycling Master Plan Date: July 2010 Status: Draft

Peel Active Transportation Study: Adjacent Local Trail and Cycling Plans (West) Oakville Recommended Oakville Recommended Cycling Pedestrian Network and Trails Network

Source: Oakville Active Source: Oakville Active Transportation Master Plan Transportation Master Plan DtDate: Sep temb er 2009 Date: September 2009 Status: Approved Status: Approved

Peel Active Transportation Study: Adjacent Local Cycling and Pedestrian Plans (West) Toronto Proposed Bikeway Network

Source: Toronto Bike Plan Date: June 2001 Source: City of Vaughan Vaughan Pedestrian and Bicycle Status: Plan approved; Pedestrian and Bicycle Master updated Network Facility Types Plan Study Date: January 2007 Status: Approved

Peel Active Transportation Study: Adjacent Local Cycling Plans (East)

Appendix C—Draft Active Transportation Infrastructure by Regional Road (February 2011)

NOTE: Additional revisions have been made to the active transportation network since February 2011 that are not reflected in these tables. These tables demonstrate the context under which the draft network was developed. Refer to Maps 9 and 10 for the final recommended active transportation network.

Town of Caledon `

The Trails Master Plan Update indicates areas where trail linkages are desired, possible future cycling routes, and possible cyclng route linkages to adjacent municiaplities

Pedestrian Network Local Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construction / Land Use / Transit Transit Stop / Crossing / Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT Construction Recommendations Growth Area Route Hub / Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Regional Road From To Existing Conditions Recommendations Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 Bolton Overall approach is to complete an accessible sidewalk network: fill in gaps so sidewalk complete on both sides of the road, extend to newer residential areas to the east, north and west, to growth areas, and to employment lands to the south; make existing sidewalks accessible; address inaccessible stairs at Warbrick Lane; remainder of sidewalks to be infilled on both sides of Regional roads with greenfield expansion area development (Queen Street North and King Street West) Queen Street North Warbrick Lane Bolton Arterial Road Sidewalk on west side, Add sidewalk east side residential, growth no yes no yes no yes low to very high yes maintenance strip with rolled curb east side Queen Street North / South Warbrick Lane Martha Street Sidewalk on both sides residential no yes no yes no yes very high yes Queen Street South Martha Street Healey Road Current sidewalk intermittent Complete sidewalk both residential, no yes no yes yes yes fair to very high yes or maintenance strip sides commerical Queen Street South North of McEvan Drive Parr Boulevard Current sidewalk intermittent Complete sidewalk both or maintenance strip sides Queen Street South Parr Boulevard Mayfield Road Add sidewalk both sides King Street East John Street Evans Ridge Sidewalk on south side Add sidewalk north side residential, no yes no yes no yes low to very high yes King Street West Hesp Drive Station Road Sidewalk on north side Add sidewalk south side commercial, growth King Street West Deer Valley Drive Chickadee Lane Add sidewalk both sides King Street West Chickadee Lane railway Sidewalk on north side Add sidewalk both sides Bolton Arterial Road King Street Hwy. 50 N/A: Proposed road Mulit-use path one side south Mulit-use path one side south of Humber River; growth no no no yes no no low yes of Humber River paved shoulders north of Humber River

Caledon East Overall approach is to extend the existing sidewalk to existing residential development; remainder of sidewalks to be infilled on both sides of Regional roads with greenfield expansion area development (Airport Road and Old Church Road) Consistency with Caledon East Streetscape Plan Old Church Road Airport Marilyn Sidewalk on both sides residential, growth no no no yes no yes low to high yes Old Church Road Marilyn Innis Lake Road Boulevard trail one side; 2 to 4 lane widening – sidewalk on the north side, sidewalk other side boulevard trail on the south Airport Road South of Hilltop Drive Cranston Drive Add sidewalk west side

Alton Overall approach is add improve accessibility by adding a sidewalk to the side where it is missin Main Street McClellan Road Queen Street East Add sidewalk west side residential no no nono no yes low to fair yes Queen Street West 3 Line West railway Add sidewalk north side yes

Palgrave Overall approach is to improve visibility of trail crossing Improve visibility of trail Highway 50 Munro Street Brawton Drive crossing residential no no no yes no yes low yes

Mono Mills Overall approach is to provide accessible sidewalks throughout the hamle Maintenance strip with rolled Upgrade to accessible Airport Road Highway 9 Mill View Crescent curb both sides sidewalk both sides residential no no no no no no low to fair yes

Caledon Village Overall approach is to provide accessible sidewalks throughout the hamlet to the school at the east end and to the residential development on the eas and west ends Charleston Side Road Kevinwood Drive Troiless Street Add sidewalk north side residential no yes no yes no yes low to fair no Charleston Side Road Troiless Street Autumn Drive Add sidewalk both sides Charleston Side Road East of Autumn Drive Kennedy Road Add sidewalk south side

New Development Areas Boulevard trail one side; Multi use pathway on one side; sidewalk on the The Gore Road Mayfield Road Mayfield Road North sidewalk other side other growth no no no no no no low to fair no Boulevard trail one side; Sidewalk on one side Airport Road Mayfield Mayfield Road North sidewalk other side growth no no no yes no no low to fair no

22/02/2011 Town of Caledon `

Cycling Network Overall approach is to provide bike lanes in settlement areas where rural Regional roads will be reconstructed as urban roads; consider shared marked lanes and signage through Forks of the Credit area; pave shoulders on all other rural Regional roads, improve visibility of trail crossings Regional roads in TMPU Local Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construciton / Land Use / Transit Transit Stop / Crossing Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT TMPU Construction Recommendations Growth Area Route Hub / Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Regional Roads From To Existing Conditions Recommendations Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 King Street Winston Churchill Creditview Signed route rural, some no no noyes no yes low yes King Street Creditview Hurontario Paved shoulders residential, growth Old Base Line Road Mississauga McLaughlin Signed route Paved shoulders where feasible areas in south and yes no no Old Church Road (Caledon East) Airport Innis Lake Signed route Marilyn Street to Innis Lake Road - 2 to 4 lane near Bolton no yes yes widening – sidewalk on the north side, boulevard trail on the south Bush Street / Forks of the Credit Winston Churchill Ski Hill Signed route 2 lane reconstruction, rural x-section - property no yes limitation, wider paved shoulder only on short sections of the road Forks of the Credit Ski Hill McLaughlin Signed route Paved shoulders where feasible Forks of the Credit McLaughlin Hurontario Paved shoulders where feasible Charleston Road Mississauga Mountainview Possible future cyclng route yes yes Mississauga Road Old Base Line Bush Signed route 2 lane reconstruction, rural x-section – property no yes limitation, wider paved shoulder only on short sections of the road Dixie Road Mayfield King Possible cycling route linkage Paved shoulders where feasible no no to adjacent municiaplity

Airport Road Mayfield Mayfield Road North Sidewalk on one side yes yes Airport Road Patterson Escarpment Signed route The Gore Road Mayfield Mayfield Road North Multi use pathway on one side; sidewalk on the no yes other The Gore Road King Patterson Paved shoulders where feasible The Gore Road Patterson Hwy. 9 2 lane rural x-section - property limitation, wider paved shoulder only on short sections of the road

Winston Church Road King North of King Paved shoulders where feasible no yes Winston Church Road Ballinafad South of Ballinafad Paved shoulders where feasible Hwy. 50 Castlederg Old Church Paved shoulders where feasible yes yes Bolton Arterial Road King Hwy. 50 N/A: Proposed road Mulit-use path one side south of Humber River; yes no paved shoulders north of Humber River

22/02/2011 City of Brampton `

Pedestrian and Cycling Network

The Pathways Master Plan (2002) denotes three classes of "paths": Class I multi-use paths; Class II bike lanes; Class III signed routes. Recommendations listed below are based on the Revised Pathways Routing Plan (2006) The Transportation Master Plan (2009) does not recommend a specific active transportation network, but recommends a change in the type of designs pursued: "All new facilities and reconstructed roads will be provided with 1.5 meter cycling lanes separated from the general purpose lanes of traffic and, in some cases, from sidewalks. The implementation of the revised Local Transit Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construction / Land Use / Growth Transit Stop / Hub / Crossing / Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT Sidewalk Construction Recommendations Area Route Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Future Condition Year Fund / Year From To Existing Conditions Initial Recommendation Final Recommendation Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 Mayfield Road Initial approach is to provide sidewalk on north sides, boulevard trail on south sides throughout where growth areas are located on south sides; add boulevard trail where only sidewalks exist (410 interchange); provide boulevard trail both sides where growth areas are on both sides; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on approved EAs and typical Regional Road cross-sections. 2 to 4 lanes 2021 Winston Churchill Mississauga Boulevard trail one side / sidewalk Complete network with boulevard trail one side / sidewalk NA growth south side no no no yes no no low yes other side other side 2 to 4 lanes 2019 Mississauga Chinguacousy Boulevard trail one side / sidewalk Where development exists on both sides of road, consider 6 lane urban x-section - sidewalk and boulevard yes other side long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of trail on opposite side (no preliminary design at boulevard trails on both sides of road 2 to 6 lanes 2029 $315K / 2015 Chinguacousy Hurontario Boulevard trail both sides this time) residential, growth both yes fair to high 4 to 6 lanes 2021 Hurontario Etobicoke Creek Boulevard trail both sides sides yes no no 4 to 6 lanes 2021 Etobicoke Creek Kennedy Boulevard trail on one side Multi-use trail on south side from Inder Height low to fair Dr. 4 to 6 lanes 2021 Kennedy Heart Lake CA Boulevard trail on one side Add boulevard trail one side residential, park, growth no low both sides 6 lanes existing Heart Lake Dixie Sidewalks on both sides Add boulevard trail one side Boulevard trail on one side; sidewalk on the growth south side interchange other 2 to 6 lanes 2022 Dixie Bramalea Boulevard trail one side / sidewalk no low to fair other side 2 to 6 lanes 2022$280K / 2011 Bramalea Torbram Boulevard trail one side / sidewalk other side 2 to 6 lanes 2022 Torbram Airport Boulevard trail both sides growth both sides low to fair 2 to 4 lanes 2016 Airport Goreway Boulevard trail both sides 6 and 4 lane urban x-section - sidewalk on the residential, growth both yes north side, 3 m multi-use trail on the south side sides 2 to 4 lanes 2016 Goreway The Gore Boulevard trail one side / sidewalk growth south side no yes low to fair other side 2 to 4 lanes 2019 The Gore Clarkway Road Boulevard trail both sides growth both sides no 2 to 4 lanes 2019 Clarkway Road Hwy 50 Boulevard trail both sides employ / institute, growth low both sides

Bovaird Drive Initial approach is to provide boulevard trail on both sides throughout where development is located on both sides; fill in gaps in existing sidewalk on north side and boulevard trail where exists only on one side; Final recommendation (sidewalk one side, bolevard trail other side) based on Approved EAs. 2 to 6 lanes 2023 $478 / 2015; $665Winston Churchill / Norval by- Mississauga Boulevard trail both sides Complete network with boulevard trail one side / sidewalk 6 and 4 lane urban x-section - sidewalk and multi- growth both sides no no no no no no low yes pass other side use trail on opposite sides (no preliminary design 6 lanes existing Mississauga railway Boulevard trail both sides Where development exists on both sides of road, consider at this time) residential, growth area, yes yes long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of 6 lanes existing over railway Sidewalk on one side Boulevard trail one side intensification both sides fair boulevard trails on both sides of road 6 lanes existing railway Lake Louise Boulevard trail on south side, Upgrade sidewalk to boulevard trail residential, employ / fair to very high sidewalk on north side institute, intensification 6 lanes existing Lake Louise Richvale Boulevard trail on south side, Upgrade sidewalk to boulevard trail resdential, intensification yes yes sidewalk on north side both sides 6 lanes existing Richvale Hwy 410 / Trinity Mall Commons Complete sidewalk north side residential, employ / yes Interchange Hwy 410 Complete trail south side institute, intensification interchange 6 lanes existing Hwy 410 / Trinity Mall Commons Mountainash Boulevard trail on both sides, both sides no no sidewalk on north side 6 lanes existing Mountainash Airport Boulevard trail on south side, Boulevard trail north side Yes no fair to high sidewalk on north side

Empleton Road 2 lanes existing Winston Churchill Cliffside Sidewalk both sides near Bike lanes when urbanized; Bike lanes when urbanized; sidewalks long term as growth both sides no yes no no no yes low to fair yes Mississauga; then south side sidewalks long term as development occurs only to school development occurs

Queen Street Initial approach is to add boulevard trails on both sides through employment lands and in greenfield expansion areas; provide bike lanes or shared marked lanes through the commercial district; provide segregated bike lanes with BRT in the intensification corridor; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on typical Regional Road cross-section; consider longer term options such as segregated bike lanes through growth area and with BRT Hwy 410 to Bramlea, and replacement of sidewalks to provide boulevard trail on one side in other areas 2 to 4 lanes 2011 $840K / 2011 Mississauga Chinguacousy Segregated bike lanes Complete network with boulevard trail one side / sidewalk N/A resdiential, growth both yes yes no yes no no low to fair yes other side; consider adding segregated bike lanes in longer sides term 4 lanes existing Chinguacousy McLaughlin Boulevard trail on south side, Where development exists on both sides of road, consider residential, employ / yes fair to very high sidewalk on north side long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of institute, intensification boulevard trails on both sides of road both sides 4 lanes existing McLaughlin railway Sidewalk on both sides Narrow lanes to provide bike lanes Narrow lanes to provide bike lanes / sharrows residential, growth, no / sharrows intensification both sides 6 lanes existing Hwy 410 Bramalea Combination of boulevard trail Segregated bike lane with BRT Fill any gaps in sidewalk; consider segregated bike lanes in residential, employ / interchange yes yes and sidewalk longer term with BRT / infill development institute, growth both sides 6 lanes existing Bramalea Torbram Sidewalk on north side, Where development exists on both sides of road, consider residential, intensification no boulevard trail on south side long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of both sides boulevard trails on both sides of road 6 lanes existing Torbram Walker's Drive east extension Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail south side Boulevard trail south side employ / institute, low to fair (Canadian Tire) Where development exists on both sides of road, consider intensification both sides long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of boulevard trails on both sides of road 6 lanes existing Walker's Drive east extension Airport Boulevard trail both sides Boulevard trail one side; sidewalk other side N/A no (Canadian Tire) Where development exists on both sides of road, consider long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of boulevard trails on both sides of road 6 lanes existing Airport Brewster Sidewalk on north side, Where development exists on both sides of road, consider Sidewalk on north side, multi-use trail on south low boulevard trail on south side long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of side (complete) 6 lanes existing Brewster West of the Gore Road Sidewalk on north side, boulevard trails on both sides of road employ / institute, growth boulevard trail on south side both sides 4 to 6 lanes existing West of the Gore Road Highway 50 Sidewalk on north side, boulevard trail on south side

22/02/2011 City of Brampton `

Pedestrian and Cycling Network Local Transit Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construction / Land Use / Growth Transit Stop / Hub / Crossing / Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT Sidewalk Construction Recommendations Area Route Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Future Condition Year Fund / Year From To Existing Conditions Initial Recommendation Final Recommendation Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 Steeles Avenue Initial approach is to add boulevard trail both sides through greenfield expansion areas west of Mavis; add boulevard trail on south side through large block employment lands east of Kennedy; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on approved EAs west of Mavis; consider longer term option of replacing sidewalks to provide boulevard trail on one or both sides east of Mavis 2 to 6 lanes 2021 Winston Churchill Heritage Road Boulevard trail both sides Complete network with boulevard trail one side / sidewalk growth, intensification both yes yes no yes no no low yes other side sides Where development exists on both sides of road, consider 2 to 6 lanes 2021 Heritage Road Mississauga Boulevard trail both sides long-term application of potential policy regarding provision of Sidewalk on both sides; 6 lane urban x-section - employ / institute, growth, boulevard trails on both sides of road sidewalk and multi-use trail on opposite sides intensification both sides (no preliminary design at this time) 2 to 6 lanes 2018 Mississauga Chinguacousy / Mavis Boulevard trail both sides 6 lane urban x-section - sidewalk and multi-use residential, growth both yes low to fair trail on opposite sides (no preliminary design at sides this time) 6 lanes existing Chinguacousy / Mavis McLaughlin Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard residential both sides fair to very high trail 6 lanes existing McLaughlin McMurchy Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail one side 6 lanes existing McMurchy Kennedy Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail one side 6 lanes existing Kennedy Hwy 410 Sidewalk on north side and Boulevard trail south side residential, employ / yes fair to high no across 410 bridge institute, intensification both sides 6 lanes existing Hwy 410 railway employ / institute, interchange no intensification both sides 6 lanes existing railway Torbram Wide maintenance strip only on Boulevard trail south side, sidewalk Boulevard trail south side, sidewalk north side no both sides north side 6 lanes existing Torbram Goreway Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail south side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard employ / institute, utility, no overpass low to fair yes trail intensification both sides 6 lanes existing Goreway Finch Sidewalk on south side Boulevard trail south side, sidewalk Sidewalk on north side; Replace sidewalk on south side in yes underpass low no north side longer term with boulevard trail 4 to 6 lanes 2036 Finch boundary Boulevard trail south side, sidewalk Boulevard trail south side, sidewalk north side employ / institute, utility no yes north side both sides

Winston Churchill Boulevard Overall approach is to provide a boulevard trail on the Peel Region side of boundary road to service greenfield expansion and growth areas 4 to 6 lanes 2021 Hwy 401 Steeles Boulevard trail east side, sidewalk Boulevard trail east side growth east side no yes interchange partial no no low yes west side restrictions 5 to 7 lanes 2030 Steeles 2 km south of Embleton Boulevard trail east side, sidewalk N/A no no 4 to 6 lanes 2030 2 km south of Embleton Embleton Boulevard trail east side, sidewalk west side 2 to 4 lanes 2020 Embleton Norval bypass Boulevard trail east side, sidewalk ESR recommended widened paved shoulders, west side no multi-use trails were identified 2 to 4 lanes 2021 East-west connection Mayfield Boulevard trail east side, sidewalk west side

Mississauga Road Initial approach is to consider future transportation needs in greenfield expansion and growth areas to reduce the need to widen Mississauga Road beyond 4 lanes (additional parallel arterial capacity required); add segregated bike lanes and sidewalks both sides as area is urbanized; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on approved EAs and Regional Road cross-sections. 4 lanes existing Hwy 407 Halstone / Helford Sidewalk on both sides; Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side resdientail, employ / yes no interchange yes no no low yes segregated bike lanes institute, intensification 4 lanes existing Halstone / Helford Steeles Sidewalk on both sides; Sidewalk and multi-use trail west side both sides yes no segregated bike lanes 2 to 6 2021 Steeles Queen Sidewalk on both sides; Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side; consider Sidewalk on east side and mulit-use trail on west growth west side yes segregated bike lanes adding segregated bike lanes in longer term side from Steeles to Embleton 2 to 6 2023 Queen Bovaird Sidewalk on both sides; Multi-use trail on the east side growth both sides no segregated bike lanes 2 to 6 2028$316K / 2010; $6 Bovaird Sandalwood Sidewalk on both sides; Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side 6 and 4 lane urban x-section – multi-use path on no segregated bike lanes east side, sidewalk on west side 2 to 4 2017 Sandalwood Mayfield Sidewalk on both sides; segregated bike lanes

Mavis Road Overall approach is upgrade existing boulevard trail and extend through area were none exist 5 to 7 2012$269K / 2012 Hwy 407 Ray Lawson Boulevard trail on west side Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side ESR recommended multi-use trail on west side Residential one side yes no interchange yes no yes fair to high yes 5 to 7 2012 Ray Lawson Steeles Boulevard trail on west side, Upgrade boulevard trail on west and sidewalk at east side Residential both sides no sidewalk on east side

Kennedy Road Overall approach is to replace sidewalks in long-term with boulevard trails through residential areas; consider alternate local cycling network and improve appropriate crossings through industrial 4 to 5 lanes existing Steeles Queen Sidewalks on both sides Too many driveways for boulevard Use alternate local cycling network; one gap in sidewalk to fill residential, employ / yes yes no (overpass yes no yes fair to very high yes trail north of Stafford institute, intensification to south on 4 lanes existing Queen Williams Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard Residential, intensification local arterial) partial trail both sides restrictions 4 lanes existing Williams Bovaird Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard Residential both sides trail

Dixie Road Initial approach is to provide boulevard trails on both sides in greenfield expansion areas; consider alternate local cycling network and improve appropriate crossings through industrial areas; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on approved EAs, and replace sidewalk in longer term with boulevard trail through existing industrail and residenatial areas 6 lanes existing Hwy 407 Steeles Sidewalks on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard employ / institute, yes no no yes yes yesfair to high yes trail intensification both sides 4 to 6 lanes 2010 Complete? Steeles Clark Sidewalks on both sides Multi-use trail on one side of the road residential, employ / low to very high institute, intensification both sides 6 lanes existing Clark Queen Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail on one side residential, employ / yes partial no very high institute, growth, restrictions intensification both sides 4 to 6 lanes 2016 $443K / 2013 Queen Bovaird Sidewalks on both sides Improve crossings for local routes Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side 6 and 4 lane urban x-section – sidewalk on east residential both sides fair to very high 4 to 6 lanes 2017$198K / 2010; Bovaird Peter Robertson Boulevard trail both sides side and multi-use trail on west side no high to very high $1.26M / 2014; 4 to 6 lanes 2017$128K / 2015 Peter Robertson Countryside Boulevard trail both sides fair 2 to 4 lanes 2016 Countryside Mayfield Boulevard trail both sides growth both sides low

22/02/2011 City of Brampton `

Pedestrian and Cycling Network Local Transit Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construction / Land Use / Growth Transit Stop / Hub / Crossing / Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT Sidewalk Construction Recommendations Area Route Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Future Condition Year Fund / Year From To Existing Conditions Initial Recommendation Final Recommendation Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 Airport Road Initial approach is to fill in segments of missing sidewalk with boulevard trail on one or both sides in employment areas; in residential area where sidewalks exist both sides, consider alternate local cycling network and improve appropriate crossings; through greenfield expansion area provide boulevard trail where sidewalks do not exist; Final recommendations are to provide a bouelvard trail on one side where no sidewalk exists, fill in sidewalk gaps, and in longer term replace sidewalk on one side with bouelvard trail railway Hwy 407 Boulevard trail on east side utility, employ / institute, yes no interchange yes yes no low to fair no intensification both sides 6 lanes existing Hwy 407 Queen Sidewalk on (mainly) east side Boulevard trail both sides Boulevard trail on other side employ / institute, yes no yes 6 lanes existing Queen Williams Sidewalks on both sides Boulevard trail both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard intensification both sides no yes trail 6 lanes existing Williams railway Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail west side Boulevard trail on other side no 6 lanes existing railway Triple Crown Boulevard trail both sides Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side residential, intensification low both sides 6 lanes existing Triple Crown Bovaird / Castlemore Sidewalk on west side Boulevard trail east side Boulevard trail on east side yes yes 6 lanes existing Bovaird / Castlemore Braydon Sidewalks on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard residential both sides no fair to very high 4 to 6 lanes 2027 Braydon Countryside Sidewalks on both sides trail fair 5 lanes existing Countryside Mayfield Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail west side Boulevard trail on other side residential, growth both no no low to fair sides

The Gore Road Initial approach is to provide boulevard trails both sides where no sidewalks exist and through greenfield expansion areas; replace sidewalks with boulevard trails when roads widened to 6 lanes (existing sidewalks will be displaced) except in one section where sidewalk is set back from road; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on typical Regional Road cross-sections; replace sidewalk on one side with boulevard trail when 6-laned. 2 to 4 lanes 2015 $140K / 2013 Hwy 50 Queen Bike lanes; sidewalks both sides Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side when growth one side yes yes no partial no yes low yes urbanized restrictions 4 to 6 lanes 2010 Queen Ebenezer Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side when Boulevard trail one side when widen to 6 lanes growth both sides no no widen to 6 lanes 4 to 6 lanes 2010 Ebenezer Eastbrook Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail both sides when residential both sides low to fair widen to 6 lanes 4 to 6 lanes 2010 Eastbrook Cottrelle Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail both sides when Multi-use trail south of the Humber River widen to 6 lanes 4 to 6 lanes 2021 Cottrelle Castlemore Sidewalk on west side Boulevard trail both sides Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on other side Multi-use trail south of the Humber River growth both sides no Fitzpatrick to Castlemore only 2 to 6 lanes 2030$443K / 2011 Castlemore Countryside Boulevard trail both sides Multi use trail one side; sidewalk on the other no low 2 to 4 lanes 2012 Countryside Mayfield Boulevard trail both sides low to fair

Hwy 50 Initial approach is to provide boulevard trails on one side, sidewalk on other side on this high truck volume route; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on approved EAs and typical Regional Road cross-sections. 5 to 7 lanes 2036 Steeles Queen Boulevard trail west side, sidewalk Boulevard trail west side, sidewalk east side utility no yes no yes no no low yes east side 5 lanes existing Queen Castlemore Boulevard trail west side, sidewalk N/A growth no yes east side 5 to 7 lanes 2017 Castlemore Countryside Boulevard trail west side, sidewalk 6 lane urban x-section - sidewalk on the east east side side and 3 m multi-use trail on the west side 5 to 7 lanes 2017 Countryside Mayfield Boulevard trail west side, sidewalk east side

22/02/2011 City of Mississauga `

Pedestrian and Cycling Network

The Cycling Master Plan denotes primary and secondary off-road, boulevard and on-road routes, but does not recommend a specific on-road bikeway type, i.e., bike lane, marked shared-use lane, signed route, etc. Transit Local Stop / Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construction / Land Use / Transit Hub / Crossing / Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT Sidewalk City's CMP Construction Recommendations Growth Area Route Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Future Condition Year Fund / Year From To Existing Conditions Recommendations Initial Recommendation Final Recommendation Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 Derry Road Initial approach is to provide boulevard trails to fill in gaps in trail / sidewalk though residential / employment lands east of Hurontario; provide boulevard trails both sides through employment lands to west; Final recommendations to fill in gaps (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side); consider longer term replacement of sidewalks to provide boulevard trail on one side based on typical Regional Road cross-sections 4 to 6 lanes 2032 Hwy 407 Rosehurst / Lisgar Boulevard trail on north sidePrimary boulevard route Boulevard trail on south side Sidewalk on south side residential both sides yes no no yes no yes low yes 4 to 6 lanes 2032$378K / 2017 Rosehurst / Lisgar Taragar / Forest Park Boulevard trail on north side, sidewalk on Boulevard trail on south side when widen high to very high south side to 6 lanes 4 to 6 lanes 2032 Taragar / Forest Park Danton Promenade Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail on both sides when widen Replace sidewalk on one side in longer to 6 lanes term with boulevard trail 6 lanes existing Danton Promenade Winston Churchill Sidewalk on both sides 5 lanes existing Winston Churchill Shelter Bay Sidewalk on both sides 4 to 6 lanes 2028$354K / 2011 Shelter Bay / Copenhagen Millcreek Sidewalk on south side Boulevard trail on both sides when widen Boulevard trail on one side to 6 lanes 4 to 6 lanes 2028 Millcreek Argentia Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail on both sides when widen Replace sidewalk on one side in longer employ / institute both yes Underpass fair to high to 6 lanes term with boulevard trail sides 6 lanes existing Argentia West Credit Boulevard trail on north side Boulevard trail on north side no 6 lanes existing West Credit Financial Sidewalk on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer no term with boulevard trail 6 lanes existing Financial Creditview Boulevard trail on north side Boulevard trail south side Sidewalk on south side 6 lanes existing Creditview Bellshire / Atwood Boulevard trail on north side Boulevard trail south side residential, park both fair 6 lanes existing Bellshire / Atwood Samuelson / Godwick Boulevard trail on north side, sidewalk on sides south side 6 lanes existing Samuelson / Godwick Credit River Boulevard trail on north side Sidewalk on south side 6 lanes existing Credit River John Watt Sidewalk on north side Boulevard trail on south side 6 lanes existing John Watt McLaughlin Sidewalk on north side Boulevard trail south side 6 lanes existing McLaughlin Hurontario Boulevard trail both sides Sidewalk on north side, boulevard trail on employ / institute, no low to fair south side intensification both sides 6 lanes existing Hurontario Edwards Sidewalk on south side Boulevard trail north side Boulevard trail north side employ / institute both interchange yes sides 6 lanes existing Edwards East of The Gore / railway Boulevard trail both sides Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on employ / institute, yes no low to very high other side airport, residential both sides 6 lanes existing East of Goreway / railway Goreway Sidewalk on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer residential, employ / no term with boulevard trail institute both sides 6 lanes existing Goreway Hwy 427 Boulevard trail both sides Sidewalk on north side, boulevard trail on interchange south side

Britannia Road Initial approach is to provide boulevard trails to fill in gaps in trail / sidewalk though residential / commercial lands east of Terry Fox Way; provide boulevard trails both sides through employment lands to west; Final recommendations to fill in gaps (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side); consider longer term replacement of sidewalks to provide boulevard trail on one side based on typical Regional Road cross-sections 4 to 6 lanes existing Hwy 407 Nineth Line Boulevard trail north side Boulevard trail north side yes no no yes no yes low yes 5 lanes existing$805K / 2015 Nineth Line Tenth Line Boulevard trail on north sidePrimary boulevard route Sidewalk south side Sidewalk south side residential both sides fair to very high 5 lanes existing Tenth Line Winston Churchill Boulevard trail on north side, sidewalk on so 5 lanes existing Winston Churchill Glen Erin Sidewalk on north side Boulevard trail south side Boulevard trail south side very high 5 lanes existing Glen Erin Erin Mills Sidewalk on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard trail 5 lanes existing Erin Mills Brookside Sidewalk on south side Boulevard trail on north side Boulevard trail on north side residential, employ / fair institute both sides 5 lanes existing Brookside Queen Sidewalk on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer residential both sides fair to very high 5 lanes existing$390K / 2010 Queen Credit River Sidewalk on both sides term with boulevard trail 5 lanes existing Credit River Bidwell / Whitehorn Sidewalk on both sides 5 lanes existing$268K / 2011 Bidwell / Whitehorn Cantay Boulevard trail both sides Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on Multi use Trail on South side of the road residential, employ / other side institute both sides 5 lanes existing Cantay Hurontario Sidewalk on south side Boulevard trail north side Boulevard trail north side employ / institute both yes fair sides

The Queensway Overall approach is to take advantage of open space parallel road and add boulevard trail on one side 4 lanes existing$250K / 2020 Mavis Confederation Sidewalk on north side, boulevard trail on Primary off-road route Multi-use trail on south side residential both sidesyes no no partial no yes fair to very high yes south side restrictions 5 to 6 lanes existing Confederation Hurontario Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail south side Boulevard trail south side residential, yes very high intensification both sides 4 lanes existing $500K / 2018 Hurontario west of Camilla Boulevard trail south side Boulevard trail south side no no 4 lanes existing $732 K / 2016 Camilla Dixie Boulevard trail south side Boulevard trail south side residential, employ / yesyes fair to very high 4 lanes existing Dixie Humber River Boulevard trail south side Boulevard trail south side institute both sides yes no fair to high

Winston Churchill Boulevard Initial approach is provide paved shoulders on two-lane rural section; provide for cyclists with boulevard trail one side or both when widened; Final recommendation is to provide a bouelvard trail on one side throughout when rural section is urbanized and by replacing sidewalks in the long term 2 lanes existing Lakeshore Beryl Primary boulevard route Bike lanes Boulevard trail one side utility, employ / no no no partial no no low yes insititute one side restrictions 2 to 4 lanes existing Beryl Royal Windsor Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side employ / institute both sides 5 lanes existing$250K / 2017 Royal Windsor Benedet Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side residential both sides yes Yes high to very high 4 lanes existing Benedet QEW Boulevard trail one side employ / institute both interchange high sides 4 to 6 lanes existing QEW interchange Sidewalk on both sides of structure Boulevard trail one side no 5 lanes existing$250K / 2014 QEW North Sheridan Way Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side 4 to 6 lanes 2030 North Sheridan Way Dundas Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail both sides when widen to 6 residential, high to very high lanes intensification both sides

22/02/2011 City of Mississauga `

Transit Local Stop / Freeway High Potential Connects to Peel's EA / Pre-construction / Land Use / Transit Hub / Crossing / Truck Truck Key Pedestrian Local AT Sidewalk City's CMP Construction Recommendations Growth Area Route Node Barriers Route Volume Destinations Demand Network Future Condition Year Fund / Year From To Existing Conditions Recommendations Initial Recommendation Final Recommendation Map 7 Map 4 Map 5 Map 5 Map 6 Map 6 Map 6 Map 7 Map 8 Maps 2 & 3 Erin Mills Parkway / Mississauga Road Initial approach is to upgrade sidewalk on one side to boulevard trail; Final recommendations (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on typical Regional Road cross-sections; replace sidewalk in long term on one side with boulevard trail

6 lanes existing QEW Fowler Boulevard trail on west side, sidewalk on resdential, employ / yes yes interchange yes no yes high to very high yes east side institute both sides 6 lanes existing Fowler The Collegeway Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer residential both sides no no term with boulevard trail 6 lanes existing The Collegeway Burnhamthorpe Sidewalk on west side Boulevard trail one side Boulevard trail one side yes 6 lanes existing Burnhamthorpe Folkway Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer residential, utility both no term with boulevard trail sides 6 lanes existing Folkway Credit Valley Sidewalk on west side Boulevard trail one side Boulevard trail one side residential, employ / yes interchange institute both sides 6 lanes existing Credit Valley Britannia Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer yes no term with boulevard trail 6 lanes existing Britannia Millcreek Sidewalk on west sideSecondary route Boulevard trail one side Boulevard trail one side no 6 lanes existing Millcreek CPR overpass Sidewalk on west side Boulevard trail one side Sidewalk on one side employ / institute both s low to fair 6 lanes existing CPR overpass Mississauga Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard trail 6 lanes existing Mississauga Argentia Sidewalk on west side Boulevard trail one side Boulevard trail one side 6 lanes existing Argentia Hwy 401 Boulevard trail one side yes interchange

Cawthra Road Initial approach is to re-stripe bike lanes through front-lotted residential area where sidewalks on both sides already exist; fill in sidewalk gaps or when widened with boulevard trail; Final recommendation is to re-stripe with bike lanes south of QEW; add boulevard trail one side when widened to six lanes as per Regional road typical cross-section; provide segregated bike lanes behind curb Dundas to Burnhamthorpe through front-lotted residential area where sidewalks on both sides already exist; and replace sidewalk in long term with bouelvard trail north of Burhamthorpe 5 lanes existing Lakeshore QEW Sidewalks both sidesPrimary on-road route Bike lanes through re-stripping or minor Bike lanes through re-stripping or minor residential both sides yes no interchange no no yes high to very high yes widening widening 4 to 6 lanes 2019$476K / 2018 QEW Needham Sidewalks both sides Boulevard trail both sides when widen to 6 Boulevard trail both sides when widen to 6 residential, employ / no lanes lanes institute both sides 4 to 6 lanes 2019 Needham Dundas Boulevard trail on both sides partial restrictions 5 lanes existing Dundas Burnhamthorpe Sidewalks both sidesPrimary boulevard route Bike lanes through re-stripping or minor Segregated bike lanes (front-lotted with resdiential both sides no widening frequent driveways precludes boulevard trail) 4 to 6 lanes 2032$280K / 2012 Burnhamthorpe Meadows Sidewalks both sides Boulevard trail one side Replace sidewalk on one side in longer term with boulevard trail 4 to 6 lanes 2032 Meadows Hwy 403 / Eastgate Parkway Sidewalk on both sides utility both sides yes interchange partial high restrictions

Dixie Road Initial approach is to fill in the missing sidewalk links along the golf course and at the QEW; Final recommendations re-stripe or minor widening for bike lanes south of QEW and add sidewalk where missing on west side; (sidewalk one side, bouelvard trail other side) based on typical Regional Road cross-sections; replace sidewalk in long term on one side with boulevard trail 4 lanes existing Lakeshore Lakeview Golf Course access Sidewalk on both sides Primary on-road route Bike lanes through re-stripping or minor residential both sides yes no no yes no yes fair to high yes widening 4 lanes existing Lakeview Golf Course access South of Lakevew Trail (at apartments) Sidewalk on east side Sidewalk west side Sidewalk west side, bike lanes through re- stripping or minor widening 4 lanes existing South of Lakevew Trail (at apartments) QEW south ramps Sidewalk on both sides Bike lanes through re-stripping or minor yes overpass widening 4 lanes existing QEW south ramps QEW Sidewalk on west side no interchange high QEW Dixie at Dixie Sidewalks west side Sidewalks west side no North Service Road Dixie at Dixie Sidewalk on both sides Replace sidewalk on one side in longer 4 lanes existing Dixie at Dixie Kendall Sidewalk on both sides term with boulevard trail high 4 to 6 lanes 2013Complete? Kendall The Queensway Sidewalk on both sides very high 4 to 6 lanes 2013 The Queensway Blundell Sidewalk on both sides Primary boulevard route employ / institute both yes 4 to 6 lanes 2013 Blundell Dundas Sidewalk on both sides sides yes 6 lanes existing Dundas Golden Orchard Sidewalk on both sides N/A no 6 lanes existing Golden Orchard Rathburn Sidewalk on both sides residential both sides yes 6 lanes existing Rathburn Hickory Sidewalk on both sides Boulevard trail on one side Boulevard trail on one side high to very high 6 lanes existing Hickory Utility corridor Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail on west side yes 6 lanes existing Utility corridor Eglinton Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail on west side utility, employ / institute no no low to high 6 lanes existing Eglinton Matheson Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail on east side both sides no

6 lanes existing Matheson Aerowood Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail on east side N/A

6 lanes existing Aerowood Hwy. 401 Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail west side (upgrade existing Replace sidewalk on one side in longer interchange low to fair sidewalk) term with boulevard trail 6 lanes existing Hwy. 401 Shawson Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail west side (upgrade existing no sidewalk) 6 lanes existing Shawson Courtneypark Sidewalk on east side Boulevard trail on east side Boulevard trail on east side yes 6 lanes existing Courtneypark Hwy 407 Boulevard trail on both sides Sidewalk on one side, boulevard trail on N/A airport, employ / other side institute both sides

Airport Road Overall approach is to fill in the missing sidewalk link through Hwy 409 interchange on east side (no room for bouelvard trail and too many driveways); use alternate parallel routes for cycling (Viscount or Goreway) 6 lanes existing Hwy 427 North of Bresler Sidewalk on east side Primary boulevard route airport, employ / yes yes interchange yes yes no low to fair no 6 lanes existing North of Bresler American Sidewalk on east side Sidewalk on east side institute both sides no interchange yes 6 lanes existing American Northwest Sidewalk on east side yes no no 6 lanes existing Northwest Thamesgate Sidewalk on both sides no yes low to very high yes 6 lanes existing Thamesgate railway Sidewalk on east side

22/02/2011