Glasgow Road Environmental Assessment

Town Hall building

The Town of Caledon has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to look into improvements to Glasgow Road between Chickadee Lane and Deer Valley Drive.

The purpose of the study is to identify a recommended design for Glasgow Road that addresses the increasing wear and tear associated with population growth while enhancing road safety, improving traffic operations and connectivity for all users.

In developing a recommended design, the study will consider a range of options for the road including but not limited to:

  • Road rehabilitation
  • Road and intersection improvements
  • Active transportation (pedestrian and cyclist) amenities
  • Drainage improvements

Within the study limits, Glasgow Road will retain the two general-purpose lanes, however various options will be evaluated to enhance safety, improve traffic operations and to better accommodate all road users.

The project was initiated as a Schedule A+ Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, however, has since been elevated to a Schedule “B” project in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 & 2015).  As such, public and technical agency consultation will play a key role in developing the study recommendations. The purpose of this Schedule “B” Municipal Class Environmental Assessment is to identify the required improvements to the roadway, enhance safety, improve traffic operations, and better accommodate pedestrians and cyclists

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Notice of Study Completion

A Project File Report (PFR) has been prepared to document the planning and decision-making process for this study. By this Notice, the PFR is being placed on the public record for a 30-day review period from November 23 to December 22, 2023.  

If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this study, please contact one of the Project Team members below by December 22, 2023.

In addition, a request may be made to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks for an order requiring a higher level of study, or that conditions may be imposed, only on the grounds that the requested order may prevent, mitigate or remedy adverse impacts on constitutionally protected Aboriginal and treaty rights. Request on other grounds will not be considered. Requests should include the requesters contact information and full name for the ministry.

Requests should specify what kind of order is being requested, how an order may prevent, mitigate or remedy those potential adverse impacts, and any information in support of the statements in the request. The request should be sent in writing or by email to the project contacts noted above and the following:

Minister of the Environment, Conservation

and Parks

77 Bay Street, 5th Floor

Toronto, ON M7A 2J3

Minister.mecp@ontario.ca

 

Director, Environmental Assessment Branch

Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks

135 St. Clair Ave. W, 1st Floor

Toronto, ON M4V 1P5

EABDirector@ontario.ca

 

Please visit the ministry’s website for more information on requests for orders under section 16 of the Environmental Assessment Act at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/class-environmental-assessments-section-16-order

Project File Report (PFR) Materials

Notice of Study Completion

Glasgow Road Project File Report

Appendix A - Existing Environmental Conditions

Appendix B - Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment Report

Appendix C - Cultural Heritage Assessment Report

Appendix D - Transportation Review Memorandum

Appendix E - Consultation Material

Appendix F - Record of Stakeholder and Public Consultation

Appendix G - Indigenous Communities Consultation

Appendix H - Public Information Centre Presentation #1

Appendix H - Public Information Centre Presentation #2

Notice of Virtual Public Information Centre #2 (PIC)

A virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) was held on September 21, 2023 to present the study to date, including the problem/opportunity, existing conditions and identify the preferred alternative being considered.  Below are the meeting recording and PIC material:

Materials Presented at the PIC #2 Meeting
Glasgow Road EA PIC #2 meeting recording
Glasgow Road EA PIC #2 material

Notice of Virtual Public Information Centre #1 (PIC)

A virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) was held on January 30, 2023 to present the study to date, including the problem/opportunity, existing conditions and identify the alternative solutions being considered.  Below are the meeting recording and PIC material:

Materials Presented at the PIC #1 Meeting

Glasgow Road EA PIC meeting recording

Glasgow Road EA PIC #1 material

Background

 Potential Benefits

The potential benefits may include: 

  • Addressing deteriorating road conditions
  • Improving vehicular traffic safety and operations
  • Enhancing the safety and connectivity of cyclists and pedestrians
  • Enhancing livability and promoting healthy living in the community
  • Creating attractive and vibrant public spaces
  • Supporting economic vitality
  • Increasing resilience to climate change by improving environmental sustainability and stormwater management
Key Considerations

The following considerations will be applied:

  • Preserving the number of lanes and ensuring sufficient capacity for vehicular traffic
  • Possible improvements at intersections
  • Implementation of active transportation infrastructure and facilities
  • Possible addition of improved pedestrian crossings and trailway entrances at the Caledon Trailway, improving the safety and access to the trail
  • Possible stormwater management improvements
  • Slope stability and road grade improvements where required
 Project Steps

There are a number of steps that the Town is taking to ensure that all aspects of the project are being considered:

  • Analysis of existing conditions and constraints
  • Consultation with the public and key technical agencies
  • Identification of alternative improvements and analysis of expected impacts
  • Selection of the recommended measures to implement
 Notice of Study Commencement

The study

In response to continual road deterioration associated with population growth, the Town of Caledon has identified a need for improvements to Glasgow Road between Chickadee Lane and Deer Valley Drive in the near future. Subsequently, the Town has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to review and identify required road, intersection and drainage improvements along the corridor. Within the study limits, Glasgow Road will retain the two general-purpose lanes, however various options will be evaluated to enhance safety, improve traffic operations and to better accommodate all users.

 

 

The Process

The purpose of the study is to identify a recommended design for Glasgow Road that addresses the increasing wear and tear associated with population growth while enhancing road safety, improving traffic operations and connectivity for all users. In identifying the road improvements, the study will consider the technical and aesthetic requirements as well as socio-economic, cultural heritage, and natural environment factors.

Contact

To be added to the project mailing list, and for any questions, comments or concerns, please contact:

Town of Caledon                               

Shun H. Cheung, P.Eng., PMP                     
Project Manager, Engineering Services
905.584.2272 X.4040      
shun.cheung@caledon.ca

McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers Ltd.

Mehemed Delibasic, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Project Manager
289.319.3112
m.delibasic@mcintoshperry.com