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190613 Regular Council Meeting Agenda
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Thursday, June 13, 2019 4:30 PM Council Chambers 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor 1.Call to Order 2.Closed Session Proposed Resolution #1 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council move into Closed Session to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town employees (TAAC Appointments and THI Board of Director Appointment). 3.Adoption of Agenda Proposed Resolution #2 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Council Meeting of Thursday, June 13, 2019, be adopted. 4.Moment of Silence 5.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 6.Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting Proposed Resolution #3 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT the Minutes of the Council Meeting of May 27, 2019 be approved. 7.Presentations 8.Public Meetings 9.Planning Applications 10.Delegations 11.Deputation(s) on Committee Reports 12.Information Items 12.1 Correspondence from the Premier of Ontario Proposed Resolution #4 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives the correspondence from the Premier of Ontario, as information. 12.2 Correspondence from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Proposed Resolution #5 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives the correspondence from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, as information. 12.3 Town of Oakville - Motion Bill 108 Proposed Resolution #6 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives the correspondence from the Town of Oakville, regarding Bill 108, as information. 13.Quarterly Reports 13.1 FIN 19-12 2019 First Quarter Consolidated Results Proposed Resolution #7 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ Page 2 of 816 THAT Council receives Report FIN 19-12 2019 First Quarter Consolidated Results, as information. 13.2 FIN 19-03 2019 First Quarter Corporate Services Results Proposed Resolution #8 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report FIN 19-13 2019 First Quarter Corporate Services Results, as information. 13.3 DCS 19-16 2019 First Quarter Economic Development and Marketing Results Proposed Resolution #9 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report DCS 19-16 2019 First Quarter Economic Development & Marketing Results, as information. 13.4 DCS 19-15 2019 First Quarter Building, Planning and By-Law Services Results Proposed Resolution #10 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report DCS 19-15 2019 First Quarter Building, Planning and By-Law Services Results, as information. 13.5 FRS 19-06 2019 First Quarter Fire Services Results Proposed Resolution #11 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report FRS 19-06 2019 First Quarter Fire Services Results, as information. 13.6 OPS 19-25 2019 First Quarter Operations Services Results Proposed Resolution #12 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report OPS 19-25 2019 First Quarter Operations Services Results, as information. 13.7 RCP 19-24 2019 First Quarter Recreation Culture and Parks Results Page 3 of 816 Proposed Resolution #13 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Report RCP 19-24 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results, as information. 14.Staff Reports 14.1 Chief Administrative Officer 14.1.1 CAO 19-04 Update - Tillsonburg Hydro System Expansion Charges Proposed Resolution #14 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report CAO-19-05 Update - Tillsonburg Hydro Inc – System Expansion Charges, for information. 14.2 Clerk's Office 14.3 Development and Communication Services 14.3.1 DCS 19-12 Municipal Access Agreement between the Town and Execulink Telecom Inc Proposed Resolution #15 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report DCS 19-12 Municipal Access Agreement between the Town and Execulink Telecom Inc; AND THAT By-Law 4316 to enter into a Municipal Access Agreement with Execulink Telecom Inc., to enable them to expand their network services in the Town of Tillsonburg, be brought forward for Council consideration. 14.4 Finance 14.4.1 FIN 19-11 - Printer RFP Results Proposed Resolution #16 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report FIN 19 -11 2019 Printer RFP Results for information; Page 4 of 816 AND THAT the CAO be authorized to enter into an agreement with Toshiba Tec Canada for four years ending June 30, 2023. 14.5 Fire and Emergency Services 14.5.1 Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019 Proposed Resolution #17 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report FRS 19-05 Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019, as information; AND THAT the Town of Tillsonburg enter into an agreement with Oxford EMS attached hereto as Schedule A; AND THAT By-Law 4307 to authorize the agreement be brought forward for Council consideration. 14.6 Operations 14.6.1 OPS 19-26 Downtown Accessibile Parking Improvements Proposed Resolution #18 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report OPS 19-26 Downtown Accessible Parking Improvements; AND THAT By-Law 4312 to amend By-Law 3701, being a by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the Town of Tillsonburg be brought forward for Council’s consideration. 14.6.2 OPS 19-27 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Proposed Resolution #19 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report OPS 19-27 Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan; AND THAT Council requests Oxford County support the implementation and on-going sustainability of the Town’s Inter-Community Transportation Program; AND THAT Council requests the future role of the Tillsonburg Regional Page 5 of 816 Airport be expanded upon within the Draft Transportation Master Plan; AND FURTHER THAT Council requests Oxford County provide an annual financial contribution in the amount of $150,000 to support the only municipally owned major Airport in Oxford County; AND FURTHER THAT this report be forwarded to Oxford County Council for consideration. 14.6.3 OPS 19-28 Results for RFP 2019-006 Front End Loader Proposed Resolution #20 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives Report OPS 19-28 Results for RFP 2019-006 Front End Loader; AND THAT Council award RFP 2019-006 to Advance Construction Equipment Ltd. at a cost of $211,655.71 (net HST included), the highest scoring proposal received. 14.7 Recreation, Culture & Park Services 15.New Business 16.Consideration of Committee Minutes 16.1 Committee Minutes Proposed Resolution #21 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives the Airport Advisory Committee Minutes dated May 23, 2019, the Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes dated May 28, 2019, and the Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee and Recreation and Sports Advisory Committee Joint Meeting Minutes dated May 29, 2019, as information. 16.2 Long Point Conservation Authority Board of Director Minutes Proposed Resolution #22 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council receives the Long Point Conservation Authority Board of Director Minutes dated May 1, 2019, as information. Page 6 of 816 17.Motions/Notice of Motions 17.1 Notice of Motions for Which Notice was Previously Given Proposed Resolution #23 Moved By: Councillor Parker Seconded By: ________________ That the Town of Tillsonburg’s Flag Policy be amended. To read the following: 3.3 The charitable, community, or ethnic group flag will be flown in place of the Town of Tillsonburg Flag at the Broadway and Oxford South End Parkette. The National Flag of Canada will be flown at all times. 18.Resolutions/Resolutions Resulting from Closed Session 18.1 THI SEC 19-02 Appointment of THI Board of Directors Proposed Resolution #24 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT Council supports the appointment of ________________, ________________, __________________, __________________, _________________, _________________, as Directors for Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. until the 2019 Annual General Meeting; AND THAT ______________________, be appointed as the Shareholder Representative; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 25, 2019 for consideration. 19.By-Laws 19.1 By-Law 4307, To Authorize a Medical Tiered Response Agreement 19.2 By-Law 4312, To Amend By-Law 3701, Traffic By-Law 19.3 By-Law 4313, To Amend Schedule A of By-Law 4247, Committee Appointments 19.4 By-Law 4315, To Establish Development Charges for the Town of Tillsonburg, and repeal By-Law 3827 19.5 By-Law 4316, To Authorize a Municipal Access Agreement Proposed Resolution #25 Page 7 of 816 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT By-Law 4307, To Authorize a Medical Tiered Response Agreement; By-Law 4312, To Amend By-Law 3701, Traffic By-Law; By-Law 4313, To Amend Schedule A of By-Law 4247, Committee Appointments; By-Law 4315, To Establish Development Charges for the Town of Tillsonburg, and to repeal By-Law 3827; and By-Law 4316, To Authorize a Municipal Access Agreement, be read for a first, second, third and final reading and that the Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. 20.Confirm Proceedings By-law Proposed Resolution #26 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT By-Law 4314 to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting held on June 13, 2019, be read for a first, second, third and final reading and that the Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. 21.Items of Public Interest 22.Adjournment Proposed Resolution #27 Moved By: ________________ Seconded By: ________________ THAT the Council Meeting of Thursday, June 13, 2019 be adjourned at __ p.m. Page 8 of 816 1 MINUTES Monday, May 27, 2019 4:30 PM Council Chambers 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor ATTENDANCE: Mayor Molnar Deputy Mayor Beres Councillor Esseltine Councillor Gilvesy Councillor Luciani Councillor Parker Councillor Rosehart Staff: David Calder, CAO Donna Wilson, Town Clerk Kevin De Leebeeck, Director of Operations Dave Rushton, Director of Finance Rick Cox, Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks Amelia Jaggard, Legislative Services Coordinator _____________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 4:30 pm. 2. Closed Session Resolution # 1 Moved By: Councillor Parker Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council move into Closed Session for education or training of the members (Code of Conduct). Carried 3. Adoption of Agenda Page 9 of 816 2 Resolution # 2 Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Gilvesy THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Council Meeting of Monday, May 27, 2019, be adopted. Carried 4. Moment of Silence 5. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof No disclosures of pecuniary interest were declared. 6. Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting Resolution # 3 Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Gilvesy THAT the Minutes of the Council meeting held on Monday, May 13, 2019, be approved. Carried 7. Presentations 7.1 Draft Comprehensive Review Phase 1 Paul Michaels, Manager of Policy Planning, County of Oxford, appeared before Council to provide an overview of the findings of the Draft Comprehensive Review Phase 1. The purpose of the study is to provide a determination of the twenty year growth forecast to ensure policy supports growth. The study is updated on a five year basis when the census is released. It is also reviewed and updated annually to reflect issued building permits. The final report to County Council will be in June. Resolution # 4 Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart Page 10 of 816 3 THAT Council receive the Draft Comprehensive Review Phase 1 presentation, as information. Carried 8. Public Meetings 8.1 Application for Zone Change - ZN 7-19-07 - 40 Cranberry Road (French) Eric Gilbert, Senior Planner, County of Oxford, appeared before Council to provide an overview of the application. Staff noted that there is no immediate plan to extend municipal services to the subject property. Opportunity was provided for comments and questions from Council. The applicant, Larry French, and his agent, Michael Graves, appeared before Council in support of the application. Graves noted that the applicant is asking Council to consider the uniqueness of the property and to provide an exception. French noted that he would be willing to sign appropriate documentation stating he would join municipal services if they were to become available at the property. No members of the public appeared before Council either in support of or opposition to the application. Council passed the following resolution. Motion Moved by: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded by: Councillor Parker THAT application for Zone Change ZN 7-19-07 – Larry French be approved provided that the applicant meet the requirements from LPRCA; AND THAT the Applicant provides the necessary on site evaluation as noted by the Tillsonburg Building Services Department. be approved provided that the applicant meet the requirements of the LPRCA. Carried. If municipal services become available at the subject lands the owner will be required to hook up to the municipal services. Page 11 of 816 4 The amending by-law will be brought forward at the Council meeting on Thursday, June 13, 2019. 8.2 Application for Zone Change - ZN 7-19-06 - 155 Wilson Ave (Retsinas) Eric Gilbert, Senior Planner, County of Oxford, appeared before Council to provide an overview of the application. Staff noted that the recommendation to approve-in-principal is based on the Bonusing Provisions of the Planning Act (Section 37), which would require the applicant to enter into a Bonusing Agreement. The agreement and amending by-law would be brought back to Council. Opportunity was provided for comments and questions from Council. Staff noted that it would be difficult to justify changing the zoning to R3 if the proposed project was not for the purpose of providing affordable housing. The applicant, Tillsonburg Property Corporation, was present. The agent, Harry Froussion, Zelinka Priamo Limited, appeared before Council in support of the application. Froussion noted that the project was designed by an architect experienced with municipal by-laws. They are confident that the architect has identified and met requirements, and that the property does not warrant a second egress access. Froussion noted that existing site lines on Concession St W prohibit access onto Concession Street West from the subject property. No members of the public appeared before Council in support of the application. Leo Archdeka, 43 Hawkins Street, appeared before Council in opposition to the application. Archdeka noted concerns about the egress access to the property and the ability for emergency vehicles to safely access the property. Archdeka noted that residents of Hickory Hills oppose the application. Pat Carlson, 94 Wilson Avenue, appeared before Council in opposition to the application. Page 12 of 816 5 Carlson noted concerns about the proposed reductions and increases to the minimum lot area and maximum number of dwellings per building and buildings per lot provisions of the Zoning By-Law. Carlson noted that the Planning Justification Report identifies the Hickory Hills Resident Association’s Community Centre as a neighbourhood park. The Association signed a 99 year lease with the Town of Tillsonburg on the property and there are 77 years remaining on the lease. Harvey Fishback, 77 Concession Street West, appeared before Council in opposition to the application. Fishback noted concerns about increased traffic flow on Wilson Avenue impacting neighbouring properties and generating a need to update the road at the expense of the tax payer. Fishback also noted concerns about increased traffic at the corner of Concession Street and Charlotte Avenue which could result in more accidents. Clive Berry, 35 Wilson Avenue, appeared before Council in opposition to the application. Berry noted that he was contacted by a representative of the developer in February of 2019. The representative requested an opportunity to speak with the Hickory Hills Board of Directors in order to overcome the negative items that were expressed by previous applicants. A date and time could not be organized for this meeting. Carsten Schernekav, 20 Wilkins Crescent, appeared before Council in opposition to the application. Schernekav noted concerns about snow removal at the property and the lack of storage space for tenants. Bill Woychesko,102 Wilson Avenue, appeared before Council in opposition to the application. Woychesko noted concerns about the slope on the property resulting in slips and falls. Froussion noted that the applicant held a public open house regarding the project; at least fifty people were in attendance. Page 13 of 816 6 Resolution # 6 Moved By: Councillor Luciani Seconded By: Councillor Parker THAT Council approve-in-principle the zone change application submitted by Tillsonburg Property Corporation, whereby the lands described Part Lot 5, Plan 1646, and Parts 1, 3 & 8 of Reference Plan 41R-9148 known municipally as 155 Wilson Avenue are to be rezoned from ‘Low Density Residential Type 1 Zone (R1)’ to ‘Special Low Density Residential Type 3 Bonus Zone (R3-sp)’ to facilitate the development of two, 2-storey multiple unit dwellings consisting of 28 apartment dwelling units; AND FURTHER THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into an agreement with Tillsonburg Property Corporation under Section 37(3) of the Planning Act regarding the provision of 25 affordable housing units at 155 Wilson Avenue in the Town of Tillsonburg. Defeated 9. Planning Applications 10. Delegations 11. Deputation(s) on Committee Reports 11.1 DCS 19-09 - EDAC Advice Regarding Growth Forecast and Land Needs Analysis Jesse Goossens, Chair, Economic Development Advisory Committee, was not in attendance. Resolution # 7 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT Council receive Report DCS 19-09 EDAC Advice Regarding Growth Forecasts and Land Need Analysis; AND THAT the items identified by the Economic Development Advisory Committee be forwarded to the Oxford County Planning Department for consideration. Carried 12. Information Items Page 14 of 816 7 13. Mayor's Report 13.1 MYR 19-07 - Oxford County Update Council recessed at 8:13 p.m. Council resumed regular session at 8:17 p.m. Tillsonburg Town Council should have the opportunity to comment on the Transportation Master Plan. Resolution # 8 Moved By: Councillor Luciani Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receives report MYR 19-07 Oxford County Update, as information. Carried 14. Quarterly Reports 14.1 FIN 19-08 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Consolidated Results Staff noted that the first quarter results for 2019 will be available at the next Council meeting. Resolution # 9 Moved By: Councillor Luciani Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receives report FIN 19-08 2018 Fourth Quarter Consolidated Results, as information. Carried 14.2 FIN 19-07 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results - Finance 14.3 DCS 19-13 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results - Economic Development and Marketing 14.4 DCS 19-14 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results - Building, Planning and By-Law Services 14.5 FRS 19-06 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results - Fire and Rescue Services Page 15 of 816 8 14.6 OPS 19-18 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results - Operations Services 14.7 RCP 19-23 - 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results - Recreation, Culture and Parks Staff to provide an update on the Clearview Drive extension project timeline. Development Commissioner will follow up with regards to the Wayfinding Signage project. The Downtown Revitalization Report will be on the next Agenda. Resolution # 15 Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT Council receive 2018 Fourth Quarter Department Results, as information. Carried 15. Staff Reports 15.1 Chief Administrative Officer 15.1.1 CAO 19-05 - Regional Review Council Committee Report Resolution # 16 Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT the Regional Review Council Committee supports the position of Tillsonburg Council and the County of Oxford for a two tier governance system in Oxford; AND THAT the committee recommends to Council that once the province determines the government structure that the municipality be included in a consultation process which includes the service level review in Oxford County; AND THAT this resolution be provided to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and to the area municipalities including the County of Oxford. Page 16 of 816 9 Carried 15.2 Clerk's Office 15.2.1 CLK 19-15 - Code of Conduct Resolution # 17 Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Report CL 19-15, Code of Conduct, be received; AND THAT a By-Law to authorize the Code of Conduct Policy be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 15.3 Development and Communication Services 15.3.1 DCS 19-10 - Graffiti By-Law Geno Vanhaelewyn, Chief Building Official, appeared before Council to answers questions. Resolution # 18 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT Council receives Report DCS 19-10 Graffiti By-law for information. AND THAT Graffiti By-Law 4278 to prohibit and regulate graffiti in the Town of Tillsonburg be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 15.4 Finance 15.4.1 FIN 19-09 - 2019 Budgetary Estimates and Tax Rates Staff to provide clarification that all landowners in the core area contribute to parking in the downtown area. Page 17 of 816 10 Resolution # 19 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT Council receives report FIN 19-09 2019 Budgetary Estimates and Tax Rates; AND THAT By-Law 4299 to provide for the adoption of budgetary estimates, tax rates, installment due dates and to further provide for penalty and interest on default of payment thereof for 2019 be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 15.4.2 FIN 19-10 - 2019 Audit RFP Results Resolution # 20 Moved By: Councillor Luciani Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receive Report FIN 19-10 2019 Audit RFP Results. as information; AND THAT Council approves Millard, Rouse & Rosebrugh LLP (Millards) as the Town’s Auditor for the years ending December 31, 2019 through to December 31, 2023. Carried 15.5 Fire and Emergency Services 15.6 Operations 15.6.1 OPS 19-19 - Strategic Asset Management Policy Resolution # 21 Moved By: Councillor Luciani Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-19 Strategic Asset Management Policy; AND THAT Council adopt the Strategic Asset Management Policy. Carried Page 18 of 816 11 15.6.2 OPS 19-20 - Airport Hanger Land Lease Taxiway G1 Lot 1 Resolution # 22 Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-20 Airport Hanger Land Lease Agreement Taxiway G1 Lot 1; AND THAT By-Law 4309 to authorize the Airport Hanger Land Lease Agreement with Karl Szordykowski of Lime Tree Assembly Inc., be brought forward for council consideration. Carried 15.6.3 OPS 19-21 - Airport Hanger Land Lease Taxiway G3 Lot 3 Resolution # 23 Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Parker THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-21 Airport Hanger Land Lease Agreement Taxiway G3 Lot 3; AND THAT By-Law 4310 to authorize the Airport Hanger Land Lease Agreement with #1474528 Ontario Inc. / Dave Hewitt, be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 15.6.4 OPS 19-22 - Results for Tender RFT 2019-010 Hydro Utility Truck Resolution # 24 Moved By: Councillor Parker Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-22 Results for Tender RFT 2019-010 Hydro Utility Truck; AND THAT Council award Tender RFT 2019-010 to Posi-Plus Technologies Inc. of Victoriaville, Quebec at a cost of $347, 896.07 (net HST included), the only bid received; Page 19 of 816 12 AND FURTHER THAT Council authorize a $47,896.07 increase in utility funded debt proceeds to fund the remaining project cost. Carried 15.6.5 OPS 19-23 - Connecting Link Funding Program Designated Project Resolution # 25 Moved By: Councillor Parker Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-23 Connecting Link Funding Program Designated Project; AND THAT Oxford/Simcoe Street Rehabilitation from Broadway to Vienna Road be endorsed as the Town’s project for the Connecting Link funding application; AND THAT the submitted Application meets the requirements of MTO’s Connecting Links Program as described in the Program Guide; AND THAT a comprehensive asset management plan including connecting links has been completed and publically posted; AND THAT the municipality will comply with the conditions that apply to designated connecting links under the Highway Traffic Act to ensure the safe and efficient movement of provincial traffic; AND THAT the project will be completed within the milestones stated in the Application; AND THAT the Application is complete and factually accurate; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the declaration statement within the formal application. Carried 15.6.6 OPS 19-24 - Broadway and Trans Canada Trail PXO Staff confirmed that the marketing approach for this project will include a partnership with the OPP to help bring awareness to the community and motorist, in addition to promotional packages. Page 20 of 816 13 Resolution # 26 Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-24 Broadway and Trans Canada Trail PXO; AND THAT By-Law 4306 to amend By-Law 3701, being a by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the Town of Tillsonburg be brought forward for Council’s consideration. Carried 15.7 Recreation, Culture & Park Services 16. New Business 17. Consideration of Committee Minutes 17.1 Committee Minutes Staff noted that Advisory Committee Agendas are available on the Town of Tillsonburg website. Resolution # 27 Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Council receives the Cultural, Heritage and Special Awards Advisory Committee Minutes dated May 1, 2019 and May 6, 2019, the Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes dated May 14, 2019, the Regional Review Council Committee Minutes dated May 21, 2019, and the Tillsonburg Transit Advisory Committee Minutes dated May 21, 2019, as information. Carried 17.2 Business Improvement Area Board of Management Minutes Resolution # 28 Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Gilvesy Page 21 of 816 14 THAT Council receive the Business Improvement Area Board of Management Minutes dated December 18, 2018, January 16, 2019, February 21, 2019 and March 21, 2019, as information. Carried 17.3 Police Services Board Minutes Resolution # 29 Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Gilvesy THAT Council receive the Police Services Board minutes dated April 17, 2019, as information. Carried 18. Motions/Notice of Motions 19. Notice of Motion for which previous Notice was Given 19.1 Councillor Gilvesy - Taxation Stabilization Reserve Resolution # 30 Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT the Commercial Taxiway Rehabilitation, the Risk Assessment of Public Access at the Airport and the Airport Hydro Load Capacity Testing at the Tillsonburg Airport be funded from the Taxation Stabilization Reserve in the total amount of $50,000; AND THAT the $50,000 be reimbursed (refunded) to the Taxation Stabilization Reserve from the sale of airport lands. Carried 20. Resolutions/Resolutions Resulting from Closed Session 21. By-Laws 21.1 By-Law 4278, To Prohibit Graffiti on Private Property 21.2 By-Law 4305, To Adopt a Code of Conduct and Repeal By-Law 3979 21.3 By-Law 4306, To Amend By-Law 3701 Page 22 of 816 15 21.4 By-Law 4309, To Authorize an Airport Hanger Land Lease with Szordykowski 21.5 By-Law 4310, To Authorize an Airport Hanger Land Lease with Hewitt 21.6 By-Law 4311, To Adopt a Strategic Asset Management Policy 21.7 By-Law 4299, 2019 Final Levy Resolution # 31 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT By-Law 4278, To Prohibit Graffiti on Private Property; and By-Law 4305, To Adopt a Code of Conduct and Repeal By-Law 3979; and By-Law 4306, To Amend By-Law 3701; and By-Law 4309, To Authorize an Airport Hanger Land Lease with Szordykowski; and By-Law 4310, To Authorize an Airport Hanger Land Lease with Hewitt; and By-Law 4311, To Adopt a Strategic Asset Management Policy; and By-Law 4299, 2019 Final Levy, be read for a first, second, third and final reading and that the Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. Carried 22. Confirm Proceedings By-law Resolution # 32 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Luciani THAT By-Law 4308 to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council meeting held on May 27, 2019, be read for a first, second, third and final reading and that the Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. Carried 23. Items of Public Interest Page 23 of 816 16 The Business Improvement Area Board of Management has initiated a Beautification Program in the downtown which includes new tables, chairs and plants. The tables and chairs will be removed in October. Designated smoking areas will be identified in the future. The Oxford County Trails Festival/ Keep Tillsonburg Beautiful/ Take a Hike Oxford will run on Sunday in Tillsonburg at the Trailhead on Broadway St. south of North St. from 12:30 to 4 p.m. The TGO Transit system is transitioning to a route system. Feedback is welcome. Tillsonburg Turtlefest will be held June 14, 2019 to June 16, 2019. The next Council Meeting will be on Thursday, June 13, 2019. 24. Adjournment Resolution # 33 Moved By: Councillor Luciani Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT the Council Meeting of Monday, May 27, 2019, be adjourned at 9:10 p.m. Carried Page 24 of 816 Premier of Ontario Premier ministre de l’Ontario Legislative Building Queen’s Park Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A1 Édifice de l’Assemblée législative Queen’s Park Toronto (Ontario) M7A 1A1 Dear Heads of Council: Our government was elected to clean up Ontario’s financial nightmare that was created by 15 years of mismanagement and irresponsible actions on the part of the Liberals. The $15 billion annual deficit and $347 billion long-term debt they left to our children and grandchildren is a direct threat to critical public services the people of Ontario rely on. The interest payments on our debt alone amount to $1 billion a month, not one cent of which goes to hiring more front line-emergency workers, lowering taxes or paying down the debt. Getting Ontario back on a path to balance is essential for protecting important government services, long-term prosperity, attracting investment and creating good- paying jobs. And we also believe that every government needs to step up and do its part; there is only one taxpayer, and the job of finding savings while protecting core services rests with every elected official in Ontario. Having spent time at the city level I also understand that, with municipal budgets already set for the 2019-20 fiscal year, our partners need to have flexibility to achieve those savings. After listening to the concerns of our partners and following the advice of my Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark, our government has made the decision to maintain the in-year cost sharing adjustments for land ambulance, public health and child care services. Minister Clark has advised us to take this approach on the understanding that, as partners, Ontario’s municipalities will use the additional time to work with the Government of Ontario to transform critical shared public services and find the efficiencies that will ensure their sustainability. Our commitment to provide $7.35 million, through the Audit and Accountability Fund, to help large municipalities find four cents on every dollar will support these efforts. And the $200 million we have committed to small and rural municipalities to modernize services will also play an important part in meeting these objectives. .../2 Page 25 of 816 - 2 - Our government was elected to protect public services for future generations, and a big part of that is by balancing the budget in a responsible way – that was our commitment. It is reassuring for me to hear that municipalities understand the fiscal challenges we face, but more importantly they understand that we face these challenges together. I look forward to working collaboratively with you to find savings, strengthen front-line services and protect what matters most to the people of Ontario. Sincerely, The Hon. Doug Ford Premier of Ontario Page 26 of 816 Page 27 of 816 Page 28 of 816 Page 29 of 816 Page 30 of 816 Page 31 of 816 Page 32 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Consolidated Results Report No. FIN 19 - 12 Author DAVE RUSHTON, Director of Finance CPA, CMA Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Q1 Consolidated Results Page 1 / 1 2019 First Quarter Consolidated Results RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receives Report FIN 19-12 2019 First Quarter Consolidated Results, as information. SUMMARY OF OPERATIONAL RESULTS The attached spreadsheet summarizes by department the variances between 2019 actual results for the First Quarter ended March 31, 2019 and the 2019 YTD budget. The Q1 results show an overall Town wide consolidated 2018 surplus of $645,952, primarily from the one-time payment of $623,000 from the Province. Questions or comments relative to the departmental 2019 Q1 revenues and expenditures should be referred to the other members of the Senior Leadership Team for commentary. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☒ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☒ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability Page 33 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Levy, PILS (71,350) (69,335) 2,015 3% Grants (203,589) (835,915) (632,326) 311% User Charges (1,258,580) (1,227,513) 31,067 2% Other Revenue (27,671) (11,167) 16,504 60% Specified Revenue (2,597) (2,597) 100% Contribution from Reserves (22,418) (22,418) 100% Total Revenues (1,561,190) (2,168,945) (607,755)39% Expenditures Labour 2,350,666 2,316,441 (34,225) 1% Purchases 1,106,547 1,115,220 8,673 1% Contracted Services 1,146,964 1,123,759 (23,205) 2% Contribution to Reserves 19,000 25,522 6,522 34% Interfunctional Adjustments 134,767 139,692 4,925 4% Debt Principal & Interest 165,365 164,478 (887) 1% Total Expenditures 4,923,309 4,885,112 (38,197)1% Total Net Levy 3,362,119 2,716,167 (645,952) Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (67,542) DC Contribution to Reserves 67,542 Page 34 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Corporate Services Results Report No. FIN 19-13 Author DAVE RUSHTON, Director of Finance CPA, CMA Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Q1 Results: Council, Finance and Customer Services Page 1 / 4 2019 First Quarter Corporate Services Results RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receives Report FIN 19-13 2019 First Quarter Corporate Services Results, as information. SUMMARY To provide Council with the actual January 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019 Corporate Services financial results. Table 1: 2018 Operations Business Plan Objective Target Date Status Monthly reporting to Management Q1 In progress for Q3 Implement County Amanda Software Building Permit Corporate Services Licenses and Citizens Requests Q1 Q3 Q4 County wide implementation delayed RFP for Audit Services Q3 Q2 Paperless Billing Tree Program Q1 – Q4 In progress Cash Management – New Investment Policy Q3 Review & Revise Purchasing Policy Q2 Q3 It – Cyber Security Plan for THI and Town Q2 Q1 to Q4 New spam software installed Development Charges Q2 In progress Local Government Week Q4 Central Records Repository Project Q4 Town Hall Q2 Q3 In progress Physician Recruitment Q4 In progress Strategic Plan Q2 Q3 Page 35 of 816 Page 2 / 4 CAO Table 2: 2019 Capital Summary Table 3: 2019 Additional Information Objective Target Date Status Audited 2018 financial statements Q2 In Progress – to be presented to Council on June 24, 2019. County Water Billing Contract Q3 In Progress Key Indicators 03/31/2018 03/31/2019 Tax Receivables $6,912,630 Accounts Receivable $414,742 GOALS FOR NEXT QUARTER (Q2 2019) Strategic Asset Management Plan policy Development Charge By-Law Q1 2019 Results FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The 2019 first quarter Corporate Services is $629,143 under budget due to one-time funding from the Province of $623,000. This is broken down as follows: Department 100 – Council ($973) Department 110 – Finance ($633,202) Department 120 - Customer Service $5,032 Details on major variances can be found in the attached Q1 results spreadsheet. Objective Target Date Status Work Order Management Q4 In progress New Conference Room AV Equip Q4 Q3 Ergonomic Changes at CSC Q2 In progress Computer Replacements Q4 In progress Telephone Replacements Q2 Q3 Page 36 of 816 Page 3 / 4 CAO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☒ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☒ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability Page 37 of 816 Page 4 / 4 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: FIN 19-13 2019 First Quarter Corporate Services Results.docx Attachments: Final Approval Date: Jun 6, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: No Signature - Task assigned to David Calder was completed by workflow administrator Donna Wilson David Calder - Jun 6, 2019 - 10:56 AM Page 38 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (95,600) (727,983) (632,383) 661% 1 User Charges (9,628) (9,103) 525 5% Other Revenue (5,747) 4,097 9,844 171% 2 Contribution from Reserves (6,118) (6,118) 100% Total Revenues (110,975) (739,107) (628,132)566% 1 Expenditures Labour 352,667 352,986 319 0% Purchases 134,689 156,803 22,114 16% 3 Contracted Services 107,716 80,940 (26,776) 25% 4 Interfunctional Adjustments (124,144) (124,044) 100 0% Debt Principal & Interest 25,840 25,013 (827) 3% Total Expenditures 496,768 491,698 (5,070)1% Total Net Levy 385,793 (247,409) (633,202)164% 0 Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (712) DC Contribution to Reserves 712 Notes 2 Interest Revenue under $9,800 4 Equipment Maintenance Contract Expense under $ 17,200 - IT related; Legal under $13,700 1 Provincial Grant over $623,000 - Onetime funding from MMAH for efficiencies 3 Membership Expense over $8,900; Interest & Finance Charges over $10,400; HLW over $5,400; Supplies Expense over $4,700, Rent Expense under $10,200 Page 39 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (63,577) (67,326) (3,749) 6% Total Revenues (63,577) (67,326) (3,749)6% Expenditures Labour 111,017 115,685 4,668 4% Purchases 23,323 24,471 1,148 5% Contracted Services 8,127 11,108 2,981 37% Interfunctional Adjustments (61,800) (61,816) (16) 0% Total Expenditures 80,667 89,448 8,781 11% 0 Total Net Levy 17,090 22,122 5,032 29% 0 Page 40 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Total Revenues Expenditures Labour 46,483 45,943 (540) 1% Purchases 82,229 81,792 (437) 1% Interfunctional Adjustments 6,197 6,201 4 0% Total Expenditures 134,909 133,936 (973)1% Total Net Levy 134,909 133,936 (973)1% Page 41 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Economic Development & Marketing Results Report No. DCS 19-16 Author Cephas Panschow Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments 2019 Q1 Financial Summary Page 1 / 6 10464298494,,,DCS 19-16 2019 First Quarter Economic Development and Marketing Results RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receives Report DCS 19-16 2019 First Quarter Economic Development & Marketing Results, as information. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an overview of first quarter activity, business plan objectives, and financial results. BACKGROUND Specific activity and departmental metrics will be provided in the second quarter report. The below tables summarize the status of the 2019 Business Plan Operating and Capital Budget objectives. Table 1: 2019 Business Plan Objectives – Operating Budget Objective Budget Value Target Date Status Residential Marketing Campaign $26,000 Q Q1-Q41- Q4 New website launched. New marketing program developed. Partnership re-invigorated. Downtown Community Improvement Plan (Façade) $25,000 Q1-Q4 Funding in partnership with Downtown Business Improvement Association Community Improvement Plan $20,000 Q1-Q4 In process. One application received/processed. Mission to Asia (SOMA) $10,600 (SOMA Reserve) Q4 Planning/feasibility underway Economic Development Strategy Review $10,000 (ED Reserve) Q4 Not initiated Page 42 of 816 Page 2 / 6 CAO Downtown Revitalization $2,000 Q2 Q3 Not initiated. Report to Council on implementation of Retail Gap Analysis Report in process Enhanced External Communications – Review of existing and future $0 Q2 Q3 Not initiated due to other objectives added to business plan Branding – Wayfinding Signage & Ongoing $30,000 Q1 – Q4 Report to Council with signage plan in process Chamber Sponsorship (Grant for Gala) $4,000 Q2 Completed in Q2 Chamber Sponsorship (Awards) $3,800 Q2 Completed in Q2 Youth Robotics Challenge $1,000 Q4 Not initiated Bridges to Better Business $1,000 Q4 Not initiated Service Delivery Review $0 Q4 Not initiated Vacant 5 year rebates (Commercial/Retail) $0 Q2 Q3 Not initiated Consultations for Mall Parking Lot Reconfiguration $0 Q1to Q2 Q3 Initial plans prepared. Consultation being planned in conjunction with Building Bylaw and Planning Manufacturing Acceleration Program – Review/extend MOU with Isah Software $0 Q1 to-Q2 Q3 Review initiated. New MOU terms to be developed Western Region Ringette Association – Regional Event $0 Q1-Q2 Completed. First ever Tillsonburg Event Guide produced and distributed in advance of event. Page 43 of 816 Page 3 / 6 CAO Table 2: 2019 Business Plan Objectives – Capital Budget Objective Budget Value Target Date Status Hwy 3 Business Park - Determine start of Clearview Dr Construction 2018 Budget Q1-Q4 Detailed design, Servicing Report and Tender nearing completion. Table 3: Additional Business Plan Objectives The below is a summary of activities, in addition to those in the Business Plan, that were added to the workplan for the First Quarter. Objective Details Town Hall Project Committee Extensive work to complete Request for Proposal and Tenant Statement of Requirements including work with Purchasing to release in January and respond to inquiries Municipal Access Agreement Update of 2015 template to current standards including merging of town requirements into a new version. Also includes negotiation with third party and incorporation of their requirements into the agreement. Hosting of visitor from IVY Entrepreneurship Research Center (Beijing Haidian Science and Technology Park) This is a follow up visit from the 2017 Asia Mission and meetings arranged by the South Central Ontario Region Economic Development Corporation. Working to develop innovation centre and investment opportunities. Turtlefest Support volunteer committee and development of new initiatives Page 44 of 816 Page 4 / 6 CAO Goals For Next Quarter (Q2 2019) Objective Details Downtown Revitalization Bring forward implementation plan for Downtown Retail Gap Analysis Enhanced External Communications Review of existing and future needs Branding – Wayfinding Signage Complete signage enhancement plan and bring forward to Council Vacant 5 year rebates (Commercial/Retail) Develop enhanced plan and bring forward to Council Manufacturing Acceleration Program Review/extend MOU with Isah Software and GWA Business Solutions Turtlefest 2019 Support ongoing success and growth of the event CONSULTATION/COMMUNICATION The reporting of quarterly results helps demonstrate accountability to Senior Leadership, Town Council, and the public. In addition to this, the Economic Development Advisory Committee is provided with a summary of this report at their regular meetings. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The Economic Development & Marketing Department variances for the first quarter of 2019 are as follows: Department Variance Explanation Economic Development ($280) No significant variances from budget Development & Communications $2,170 No significant variances from budget Page 45 of 816 Page 5 / 6 CAO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☐ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☒ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability 2. Economic Sustainability ☐ Support new and existing businesses and provide a variety of employment opportunities ☐ Provide diverse retail services in the downtown core ☐ Provide appropriate education and training opportunities in line with Tillsonburg’s economy 3. Demographic Balance ☐ Make Tillsonburg an attractive place to live for youth and young professionals ☐ Provide opportunities for families to thrive ☐ Support the aging population and an active senior citizenship 4. Culture and Community ☐ Promote Tillsonburg as a unique and welcoming community ☐ Provide a variety of leisure and cultural opportunities to suit all interests ☐ Improve mobility and promote environmentally sustainable living Page 46 of 816 Page 6 / 6 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: DCS 19-16 2019 First Quarter Economic Development and Marketing Results.docx Attachments: - 2019 Q1 Financial Summary - Economic Development and Marketing.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 7, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - Jun 7, 2019 - 7:31 AM No Signature - Task assigned to David Calder was completed by workflow administrator Donna Wilson David Calder - Jun 7, 2019 - 8:52 AM Donna Wilson - Jun 7, 2019 - 8:52 AM Page 47 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges 2,252 2,252 100% Total Revenues 2,252 2,252 Expenditures Purchases 25,500 25,438 (62) Interfunctional Adjustments 1,003 999 (4) Debt Principal & Interest 32,500 32,484 (16) Total Expenditures 59,003 58,921 (82) Total Net Levy 59,003 61,173 2,170 4% Page 48 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (2,500) (2,500) User Charges (19,000) (19,000) Other Revenue 1,000 1,000 100% Total Revenues (21,500) (20,500) 1,000 5% Expenditures Labour 72,601 71,877 (724) 1% Purchases 52,544 51,986 (558) 1% Contribution to Reserves 19,000 19,000 Interfunctional Adjustments (3,506) (3,504) 2 Total Expenditures 140,639 139,359 (1,280)1% Total Net Levy 119,139 118,859 (280) Page 49 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Building, Planning and By-Law Services Results Report No. DCS 19-15 Author Geno Vanhaelewyn, Chief Building Official Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date JUNE 13, 2019 Attachments - Q1 Building Financial Summary - Q1 Protection Financial Summary RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receives Report DCS 19-15 2019 First Quarter Building, Planning and By-Law Services Results, as information. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report contains information on activity volumes, trends over time, financials and updates on major initiatives. The statistics provided are inclusive from January 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019. BUILDING SERVICES Tillsonburg has witnessed a slightly slower start to the year in terms of overall permits issued and the total value of construction compared to 2018 mainly due to the extreme cold weather experienced in February and into March. Although the residential housing construction market is down slightly from 2018 the sector still continues to be strong. The institutional sector experienced a slight increase, while the commercial sector experienced a decrease with industrial sector sitting fairly consistent with previous years. These activities are noted in the tables below. 2019 – Building Permit Activity Overview – Q1 ending (Jan 1/19 – Mar 31/19) Total Permits Issued 54 Total Construction Value $7,055,508 Total Permit Revenue $73,184.00 Page 50 of 816 2 CAO VALUE OF CONSTRUCTION COMPARISON Value of Construction Comparisons (Jan 1/19 – Mar 31/19) TYPE 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Residential (Value) 2,515,579 3,575,293 4,286,562 3,911,090 7,550,226 5,089,508 Commercial (Value) 83,475 135,300 1,005,261 476,880 1,143,580 303,200 Industrial (Value) 716,000 41,600 2,000 168,254 165,000 156,300 Institutional (Value) 4,148,500 226,668 0 0 36,000 1,506,500 TOTAL 7,463,554 3,978,861 5,293,823 4,556,224 8,894,806 7,055,508 RESIDENTIAL- $5,089,508 INSTITUTIONAL- $1,506,500 COMMERCIAL- $303,200 INDUSTRIAL- $156,300 Page 51 of 816 3 CAO Number of Permits Issued (Jan 1/19 – Mar 31/19) TYPE 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Single Detached Dwellings 17 10 14 15 19 13 22 11 Total Dwelling Units 17 10 14 20 20 17 12 21 Total All Permits 51 53 55 54 59 89 81 54 Residential Development DEVELOPER NUMBER OF SINGLE DETACHED DWELLINGS Performance Communities Inc- Hayhoe Homes 7 Gentrac Homes – Wood Haven Drive 0 Riviera Homes – Sandy Court 0 Trevalli Homes – William Street 0 Bamford Homes – South Ridge Heights 0 Oxford Builders- Annandale Heights 1 Dalm Construction 1 Private 2 Inspection Activity Comparisons (Jan 1/19 – Mar 31/19) Output Measures/Activity 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Building Inspections Completed 164 172 212 353 256 299 Major Construction/Development Projects: 253 Broadway - Commercial/Apartment Building 360 Quarter Town Line - Simply 360 Care Free Living Andrew’s Crossing Subdivision Sandy Court Subdivision 136 Concession Street East – Apartment Building 6 Rouse Street- New Brethren Church Page 52 of 816 4 CAO Building Financial Impact Financial records indicate that the Building sector has a surplus of $2,169 for Q1. The increase in planning application activity is a direct result of the increased revenue found in the attached financial summary to this report. The forecast at this time for year end is to be on budget. PLANNING SERVICES 2019 – Planning Activity (Jan 1/19 – Mar 31/19) Output Measures/Activity 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Minor Variance Applications 1 2 2 1 5 2 Zone Change Application 2 2 2 3 3 6 Site Plan Formal Consultations 1 3 3 2 2 1 Site Plan Approvals 0 0 2 1 1 5 Site Plan Applications (in progress) 5 5 5 4 9 5 Subdivision Agreements 0 0 0 2 0 2 Site Plan Applications (in progress) 3 John Pound Rd – Mill Pond 15 Harvest – First Baptist Church 3 Simcoe St – Kia Parking Lot 17 Wren Crt. – 6-Plex 671 Broadway- Glassfords BY-LAW SERVICES All records were not available for analysis and the records that were available are provided in the table below. Parking tickets are up slightly from previous years and animal tags issued are down dramatically since switching over to DocuPet as the vendor to licence animals. Staff have received feedback that residents assume that no enforcement follow-up will take place now that animal licencing is being completed by a third party which is incorrect and therefore, it is anticipated that these numbers will be back up by the end of Q3. Page 53 of 816 5 CAO 2019 – By-Law Activity (Jan 1/19 – Mar 31/19) Output Measures– Quantity 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Parking Tickets Issued 99 319 198 179 266 Animal Tags Issued Cats 708 708 756 632 472 Dogs 1351 1400 1634 1855 960 Enforcement – Complaints and Occurrences Parking, Noise, Garbage, Taxi 72 56 23 32 - Property Stds, Zoning, Clean Yard, Sign, Fence, etc. 31 33 61 52 - Animal Control 72 59 70 48 - By-Law Financial Impact Financial records indicate that the Protection/By-Law sector has a surplus of $3,408 for Q1. The forecast at this time for year end is to be on budget. A copy of the financial summary has been attached to this report. DEPARTMENTAL TASKS 2019 Business Plan Objectives Objective Target Project Status Implement Amanda Building Permitting Software Solution Q2 Q3 In Progress Communicate Building Code Amendments Ongoing In Progress Develop Post-Disaster Event Protocol/Procedures Q4 Not Started By-Law Reviews - Noise Q4 Completed By-Law Reviews – Animal Control, Traffic Q4 Not Started Camera Installation at Library Lane – Monitor Alley Dumping Q2 Q3 In Progress Central Area Design Study – Vehicular/Pedestrian Movement Reconfiguration – Town Centre Mall Rear Entrance Proposal Q3 In Progress Central Area Design Study – Public Objectives – Alley Connecting Walkways Proposal Q3 In Progress Central Area Design Study – Façade Improvement Program Q4 In Progress Review Planning Process & Procedures Q1 Completed Zoning By-Law Review & Housekeeping Amendments Q1 Q4 In Progress Review Site Plan Approval By-Law & Process Q1 Completed Page 54 of 816 6 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: DCS 19-15 - 2019 First Quarter Building, Planning, By-Law Services.docx Attachments: - 2019 Q1 - Dept 190 - Building Quarterly Report Budget vs Actual.pdf - 2019 Q1 - Dept 180 - Protection Quarterly Report Budget vs Actual.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 5, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: David Calder - Jun 5, 2019 - 12:45 PM Page 55 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (74,274)(79,299)(5,025)7%1 Total Revenues (74,274)(79,299)(5,025)7%0 Expenditures Labour 97,493 100,940 3,447 4% Purchases 10,902 10,300 (602)6% Interfunctional Adjustments 8,353 8,364 11 Total Expenditures 116,748 119,604 2,856 2% Total Net Levy 42,474 40,305 (2,169)5% Notes 1 Permit revenue over $2,200; Misc Revenue over $5,300 - Zone Changes, Minor Variances Page 56 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (30,902)(31,903)(1,001)3% Total Revenues (30,902)(31,903)(1,001)3% Expenditures Labour 54,642 55,374 732 1% Purchases 7,627 3,438 (4,189)55% Contracted Services 1,611 2,657 1,046 65% Interfunctional Adjustments 7,172 7,176 4 Total Expenditures 71,052 68,645 (2,407)3% Total Net Levy 40,150 36,742 (3,408)8% Page 57 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Fire Services Results Report No. FRS-19-06 Author Terry Saelens, Acting Fire Chief Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments 2019 Q1 Operating Results Fire & Police Page 1 / 5 2019 First Quarter Fire Services Results RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receives Report FRS 19-06 2019 First Quarter Fire Services Results, as information. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY To provide Council with the January 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019 Fire & Rescue Services performance results. SUMMARY OF OPERATIONAL RESULTS 2019 Business Objectives Objective Target Date Status Continued Training and Implementation of Cad Upgrade at Fire Comm. (continuation of 2018) Ongoing Ongoing Tired Medical Agreement to EMS Q3 Incomplete Low Angle Rescue Equipment Purchase Q2 Incomplete Multi- Year Firefighter Training ( 3 Year) Q3 Incomplete Traffic Signal Priority Control System Q3 Incomplete Training and commissioning of New Aerial Platform Q1 Complete Firefighter Reserve Program 2018 / 2019 Q1 Complete Fire Commutations Customer Development Ongoing Ongoing Fire Ground Equipment Q2 In progress Strategic Planning Committee Ongoing Progressing Succession Management Ongoing Development training in progress. Reservist. File Conversion Training and Management Q2 Incomplete Fire Comm Customer Development Ongoing Ongoing CEMP Update Q3 Incomplete Horizon Set up and Tablets for Fire Trucks and Hall Q2 Incomplete Page 58 of 816 Page 2 / 5 CAO Key Indicators 24 Firefighters on average attended training exercises with an average participation rate of 77%. The year to date average is 24 Firefighters attending an average of 77% of training exercises. The Average firefighter, year to date, has attended 60% of “Platoon” calls and 57% of “All Calls”. 2019 Alarm Data (Year to Date) OFM Response Type Total Incidents Total Staff Hours Property Fires/Explosions 2 18 Overpressure Rupture/Explosion (No Fire) 0 0 Pre Fire Conditions/ No Fire 2 5 False Fire Calls 25 192 Carbon Monoxide False Calls 0 0 Public Hazard 5 25 Rescue 7 25 Medical/Resuscitator Call 1 3 Other Response 2 0 YTD 53 268 2019 Dollar Loss / Loss Prevention Number of Property Fire Incidents Estimated Property Value at Risk Estimated Structure Fire Loss Estimated Content Fire Loss Property Fire Loss Prevented Q1 0 Q2 Q3 Q4 Year to Date Total Fire Loss (structure & contents): $0 Fire Prevention Inspections 1st Quarter 2019 Year to Date Assigned 10 10 In Progress 1 1 Follow Up 0 0 Legal Action 0 0 Rescinded 0 0 Closed 13 13 Page 59 of 816 Page 3 / 5 CAO Apparatus Utilization Apparatus 2019 1st Quarter 2019 Year to Date 2018 1st Quarter 2018 Year End Car 1 1 1 9 9 Car 2 0 0 20 20 Pumper 1 39 39 46 46 Pumper 2 12 12 12 12 Rescue 3 10 10 15 15 Aerial 4 21 21 N/A N/A Public Education Types 2019 1st Quarter 2019 Year to Date 2018 1st Quarter 2018 Year End Station Tours 1 1 1 12 Presentations 2 2 3 21 Newspaper/Media 0 0 1 1 Charity Event 3 3 0 5 Fire Communication Report Town of Tillsonburg Calls 2019 1st Quarter On Call Called Out 2019 YTD On Call Called Out YTD Town Administration 130 N/A 130 N/A OPP 29 N/A 29 N/A Roads 45 9 45 9 Hydro 79 16 79 16 Water/Waste 59 12 59 12 By-Law Enforcement/Parking 14 0 14 0 Animal Control 59 3 59 3 Garbage Collection/Transfer Station 47 1 47 1 Fleet 1 0 1 0 Community Centre/Parks 61 4 61 4 Facilities 46 0 46 0 Tillsonburg Fire 2019 1st Quarter 2019 YTD Administration Lines 549 549 Emergency Calls 160 160 Non Emergent Calls 226 226 Side Door 259 259 Fire Incidents 54 54 Page 60 of 816 Page 4 / 5 CAO Fire Comm 2019 1st Quarter 2019 YTD Emergency Calls 2126 2126 Non Emergent Calls 3005 3005 Fire Incidents 759 759 FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE Fire & Rescue Service is currently $447 over budget. Police Services are $11,599 over budget. The financial forecast for Fire & Rescue Services through to December 31, 2019 is to be on budget. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☒ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☒ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability Page 61 of 816 Page 5 / 5 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: FRS-19-06 First Quarter report 2019 Department Results.docx Attachments: - 2019 Q1 Operating Results -Fire Police.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 7, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: No Signature - Task assigned to David Calder was completed by workflow administrator Donna Wilson David Calder - Jun 7, 2019 - 8:52 AM Page 62 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (91,645) (87,397) 4,248 5% Total Revenues (91,645) (87,397) 4,248 5% Expenditures Labour 265,984 270,093 4,109 2% Purchases 58,848 56,599 (2,249) 4% Contracted Services 18,739 11,489 (7,250) 39% 1 Interfunctional Adjustments 66,544 68,103 1,559 2% Debt Principal & Interest 3,600 3,630 30 1% Total Expenditures 413,715 409,914 (3,801)1% Total Net Levy 322,070 322,517 447 Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (8,634) DC Contribution to Reserves 8,634 Notes 1 Subcontractor Expense under $6,500 - Fire Suppression Page 63 of 816 2019 2019 Actual % Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (38,961) (38,962) (1) 0% User Charges (79,017) (78,317) 700 1% Total Revenues (117,978) (117,279) 699 1% Expenditures Labour 27,095 25,786 (1,309) 5% Purchases 15,919 18,863 2,944 18% Contracted Services 818,297 827,566 9,269 1% Interfunctional Adjustments 1,903 1,899 (4) 0% Total Expenditures 863,214 874,114 10,900 1% Total Net Levy 745,236 756,835 11,599 2% Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (2) DC Contribution to Reserves 2 Page 64 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Operations Services Results Report No. OPS 19-25 Author Kevin De Leebeeck, P.Eng. Director of Operations Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Operating Summaries Page 1 / 6 RECOMMENDATION: THAT Council receives Report OPS 19-25 2019 First Quarter Operations Services Results, as information. SUMMARY To provide Council with the January 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019 Operations Services financial results. Table 1: 2019 Operating Business Plan Objective Target Project Status Continue implementation of records management within Public Works, Engineering and Water/Wastewater Q1 – Q4 In Progress Revitalization and Implementation of In-Town Transit Service Q1 – Q4 In Progress Development and Implementation of Inter-Community Transit Service Q1 – Q4 Not Started Continue implementation of Corporate service request and work order management system Q2 Q3 In Progress Continue Corporate Fleet CVOR Compliance Initiative Q1 – Q4 Not Started Downtown Sidewalk By-law 2189 Update Q2 Q3 Not Started Downtown Municipal Parking Lot accessible parking stall location improvements Q2 Not Started Negotiations of West Town Line Boundary Road Agreement Q2/Q3 Not Started Renegotiations of Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Agreement with Oxford County Q2/Q3 Not Started Renegotiations of Urban Road Maintenance Agreement with Oxford County Q4 Not Started Renegotiations of Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Agreement with Oxford County Q3/Q4 Not Started Page 65 of 816 Page 2 / 6 Develop & Implement Phase 1 of the Leak Detection Program Q2 Not Started Continue Implementation of Manhole Assessment Program Q1 – Q4 In Progress Develop a Comprehensive Wastewater Inspection and Maintenance Program Q4 Not Started Update Engineering Design Criteria to current industry standards & practices Q2/Q3 In Progress Review and Revise Engineering Rates & Fees structure Q4 Not Started Asset Management Develop and Approve AMP Policy Q2 Not Started Continue AMP Implementation Project Q3 In Progress Commence Level of Service performance measures Q2/Q3 Not Started Improve Capital Plan based on detailed AMP analysis Q4 Not Started Table 2: 2019 Capital Business Plan Objective Target Project Status Airport Feasibility Analysis Q2 Q3 Not Started Airport Taxiway G3 Northerly Extension (25ft x 250ft) Q3 Not Started Public Works Yard Environmental Assessment Q3/Q4 Not Started Railway Crossing Safety Improvements (various locations) Q2/Q3 Not Started Sidewalk Connectivity Program Implementation Q3 Bid Awarded Replacement of Survey Equipment Q1 Bid Awarded 2018 CFWD - Big Otter Creek / Old Vienna Rd Slope Stability Design Study Q3 In Progress Broadway & Ridout Intersection Audible and Accessibility Upgrades Q3 Bid Awarded Broadway mid-block angled accessible parking stalls Q2/Q3 Bid Awarded Broadway & Trans Canada Trail PXO Q3 Bid Awarded OSIM Bridge, Culvert & Retaining Wall Inspections Q2/Q3 Not Started Kinsmen Pedestrian Bridge Enhanced OSIM Inspection Q3 Not Started Gibson Pedestrian Bridge Removal Q3/Q4 Not Started Page 66 of 816 Page 3 / 6 Hawkins Pedestrian Bridge Shoreline Protection Q3 Not Started Asphalt Resurfacing Program Q2/Q3 Bid Awarded North Park Phase 1 Rehabilitation (Langrell Ave.) Q2/Q3 Bid Awarded The Links Subdivision Rehabilitation (Fairway, Green Eagle, Birdeway) Q2/Q3 Bid Awarded Bradburn Reconstruction – Stage 2 of 2 (James Hilldrop, Fairview) Q3 Q2 Bid Issued Reconstruction of Lowrie, Reid & Jane St. Q2 Not Started Concession St. W. Urbanization (QTL to West Town Limit) Q2/Q3 Not Started Oak Park Estates Subdivision Servicing (3 Lots) Q2 In Progress Potters Road Streetlight Extension (Lorraine to Harvest) Q1 In Progress Young Street Storm Outlet Class Environmental Assessment (reserve contribution) Q2 Not Started Light Duty Vehicle Replacements Roads Unit #21 – Lightly Used Pickup Truck Q2 Not Started Engineering Unit #19 – Reassigned Pickup Truck Q2 Q4 Not Started Hydro Unit #26 – Lightly Used Pickup Truck Q2 Not Started Medium Duty Vehicle Replacements Roads Unit #47 – New Service Truck Q2 Q3 Not Started Heavy Duty Vehicle Replacements 2017 CFWD – Hydro Unit #74 – Utility Truck Q3 Q2 Not Started Roads Unit #61 – New Cab & Chassis Q1-Q3 Bid Awarded Off Road Equipment Replacements Roads Unit #81 – New Front End Loader Q3 Not Started Facilities Unit #116 – New Ice Resurfacer Q3 Q2 Not Started Page 67 of 816 Page 4 / 6 Table 3: Items Added to 2019 Business Plan Objective Target Project Status Airport Taxiway G1 & G3 Development Plans Q2 In Progress Airport Development Manual Q3 In Progress Airport Commercial Taxiway Rehabilitation Q3 Not Started Airport Risk Assessment of Public Access Q3 Not Started Airport Hydro Load Capacity Testing Q3 Not Started ICIP Grant Application - Concession St. W. Reconstruction Q2 In Progress NRC Grant Application - Level 3 EV Charging Station Q2 In Progress KHCL Grant Application - Oxford/Simcoe St. Rehabilitation Q2 In Progress Key indicators measure growth in terms of infrastructure i.e. Roads, Sewers, Watermain, Sidewalk, etc. and the associated maintenance level of service. The Towns ability to mitigate the associated incremental costs to maintain the additional infrastructures demonstrates the efficiencies of continuous internal improvement. Key Indicators 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 Roads (Lane km) 235.1 233.6 229.4 226.8 226.1 225.5 Sidewalks (km) 97.4 96.6 94.2 91.6 89.5 89.1 GOALS FOR NEXT QUARTER Issue remaining infrastructure capital projects and commence construction Implement parking and traffic management capital initiatives Complete various funding program applications Continue records management and work order management implementation Issue RFP’s for OSIM Inspections and Airport Feasibility Analysis Complete post winter maintenance operations Begin spring maintenance operations. Page 68 of 816 Page 5 / 6 FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The consolidated 2019 Q1 Operations Services overall variance is summarized in Table 4. Table 4: First Quarter Budget vs. Actual Variance Summary Department (Surplus) / Deficit Operations Administration (3,363) Engineering Services (18,084) Public Works 19,990 Airport Operations 4,856 Waste Management (9,483) Fleet Services 10,268 Transit Services (5,075) Total Variance (891) Page 69 of 816 Page 6 / 6 Report Approval Details Document Title: OPS 19-25 2019 First Quarter Operations Services.docx Attachments: - OPS 19-25 Attachment 1 - Operating Summaries.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 7, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - Jun 7, 2019 - 7:34 AM No Signature - Task assigned to David Calder was completed by workflow administrator Donna Wilson David Calder - Jun 7, 2019 - 8:53 AM Donna Wilson - Jun 7, 2019 - 8:54 AM Page 70 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (356,736)(356,675)61 0% Total Revenues (356,736)(356,675)61 Expenditures Labour 78,860 81,651 2,791 4% Purchases 131,426 136,505 5,079 4% Contracted Services 4,000 6,319 2,319 58% Interfunctional Adjustments 1,922 1,926 4 0% Debt Principal & Interest 10,575 10,589 14 0% Total Expenditures 226,783 236,990 10,207 5% Total Net Levy (129,953)(119,685)10,268 8%0 Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (15,065) DC Contribution to Reserves 15,065 Page 71 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Total Revenues Expenditures Labour 61,165 60,771 (394)1% Purchases 3,852 887 (2,965)77% Interfunctional Adjustments (1,322)(1,326)(4)0% Total Expenditures 63,695 60,332 (3,363)5% Total Net Levy 63,695 60,332 (3,363)5% Page 72 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (200)(2,162)(1,962)981% Total Revenues (200)(2,162)(1,962)981% Expenditures Labour 136,497 122,597 (13,900)10%1 Purchases 7,389 4,580 (2,809)38% Interfunctional Adjustments (32,231)(31,644)587 2% Total Expenditures 111,655 95,533 (16,122)14%0 Total Net Levy 111,455 93,371 (18,084)16%0 Notes 1 FT labour under - $11,400 - Labour Vacancy Page 73 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Total Revenues Expenditures Labour 294,168 291,944 (2,224)1% Purchases 191,358 224,943 33,585 18%1 Contracted Services 14,200 12,072 (2,128)15% Interfunctional Adjustments 139,032 139,050 18 0% Debt Principal & Interest 51,600 51,558 (42)0% Total Expenditures 690,358 719,567 29,209 4%0 Total Net Levy 690,358 719,567 29,209 4%0 Development Charges Roads Storm DC Revenue Collected - Roads (35,673)(451) DC Contribution to Reserves -Roads 35,673 451 Notes 1 Salt Supply Expense over $32,900 Page 74 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Levy, PILS (71,350)(69,335)2,015 3% Total Revenues (71,350)(69,335)2,015 3% Expenditures Labour 12,625 10,547 (2,078)16% Purchases 7,500 7,919 419 6% Contracted Services 21,000 11,417 (9,583)46%1 Interfunctional Adjustments 10,594 10,602 8 0% Total Expenditures 51,719 40,485 (11,234)22%0 Total Net Levy (19,631)(28,850)(9,219)47%0 Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (14) DC Contribution to Reserves 14 Notes 1 Subcontractor Snow Clearing Expense under $9,600 Page 75 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (5,000)(5,000) 0% User Charges (38,203)(28,008)10,195 27%1 Total Revenues (43,203)(33,008)10,195 24%0 Expenditures Labour 28,799 26,546 (2,253)8% Purchases 39,035 39,033 (2)0% Contracted Services 12,014 8,934 (3,080)26% Interfunctional Adjustments 4,603 4,599 (4)0% Total Expenditures 84,451 79,112 (5,339)6%0 Total Net Levy 41,248 46,104 4,856 12% Notes 1 Rent Revenue under $6,200 - Land rentals Page 76 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (31,645)(29,604)2,041 6% Total Revenues (31,645)(29,604)2,041 6% Expenditures Labour 8,257 6,192 (2,065)25% Purchases 17,973 10,626 (7,347)41%1 Contracted Services 15,251 13,122 (2,129)14% Interfunctional Adjustments 33,928 33,945 17 0% Total Expenditures 75,409 63,885 (11,524)15%0 Total Net Levy 43,764 34,281 (9,483)22%0 Notes 1 Bag Tag Inventory Expense under $7,100 Page 77 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (39,600)(39,595)5 0% User Charges (6,450)(4,481)1,969 31% Total Revenues (46,050)(44,076)1,974 4% Expenditures Contracted Services 34,226 27,177 (7,049)21%1 Total Expenditures 34,226 27,177 (7,049)21%0 Total Net Levy (11,824)(16,899)(5,075)43%0 Notes 1 Subcontractor Expense under $7,000 Page 78 of 816 Report Title 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results Report No. RCP 19-24 Author Rick Cox, Director of Recreation, Culture & Parks Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments 2019 Q1 RCP Operating Results Page 1 / 5 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receives Report RCP 19-24 2019 First Quarter Recreation Culture and Parks Results, as information. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report provides Council with the January 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019 Department year to date operational and financial results for Recreation, Culture & Parks. BACKGROUND 2018 Business Objectives and Capital Projects Division Item Target Date Q1 Status RCP Department Recreation Program and Business Service Review Q 2 - 3 On schedule Continue implementation of Memorial Park & Lake Lisgar Master Plan Q 1 - 4 On schedule Aquatics Facility Design Study Q 1 – 4 Deferred by Council Capital Fundraising Program for Heritage Buildings - Q 1 – 4 Not started Asset Management Plan legislative compliance Q 1 – 4 On schedule Support community splash pad initiative Q 1 – 4 On schedule Tillsonburg Concert Series Q 1 - 4 On schedule Programs & Services Division Mini-pad and Summer Ice revenue development Q 1 - 4 On schedule Implement Personal Training Studio, additional adult classes and grow the Corporate Membership business Q 1 - 4 On schedule Grow Aquacycle and home-school lessons revenue Q 1 - 4 On schedule Page 79 of 816 Page 2 / 5 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results Culture & Heritage Division Produce a series of presentations that highlight the museum’s collection and the unique history of the town Q 1 - 4 On schedule Develop and implement new family event on museum lawn (Dolly & Teddy Bear Family Picnic) Q 2 - 3 On schedule Quarterly workshops with historical themes Q 1 - 4 On schedule Initiate pre-planning for town-wide 150 Anniversary of Incorporation celebrations in 2022 Q 4 On schedule Parks & Facilities Division Review of contracted cleaning services model Q 1 Completed Complete development of the 2019-2024 Town Energy Conservation & Demand Management Plan Q 1 - 2 On schedule Host Trails event in June in collaboration with the Oxford Trails Council Q 1 – 2 On schedule Continue implementation of the Asset Management Action Plan Q 1 - 4 On schedule Continue implementation of Cemetery Master Plan Q 1 - 4 On schedule Develop and implement a recycling and waste reduction strategy Q 1 – 4 On schedule Capital Projects Cemetery works yard drive shed Q 1 – 3 On schedule New Columbaria unit Q 2 – 4 On schedule Annandale diamond lighting enhancement Q 1 – 2 Delayed: Q3 completion Urban Forest Plan Grant Application Q 3 - 4 On schedule Trails Master Plan Implementation Deferred by Council Memorial Park Parking Expansion Q 1 – 2 Delayed: Q3 completion Hardball Diamond #1 backstop Q 2 On schedule Infocaster Replacement Q 2 – 3 On schedule CPR Mannequin fleet replacement Q 1 Completed Aquatic Facility Design Study Deferred by Council CNG ice resurfacer filling station replacement Q 1 Completed Summer Place roof replacement & mould removal Q 2 Cancelled TCC hot water boiler replacement Q 1 – 2 Delayed: Q3 completion Design Engineering Study - eligible for 50% incentive (OPP/Fire/EMS district energy) Q 1 – 3 On schedule Parking/Site plan design for OPP/Fire/EMS Q 3 - 4 On schedule Station Arts Gallery building/fire code compliance & roof replacement Q 1 - 3 On schedule Division Item Target Date Q1 Status Page 80 of 816 Page 3 / 5 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results FCA scheduled building maintenance (Public Works, Museum) Q 1 - 4 On schedule LLWP Shower fixtures & controls replacement Q 2 On schedule Auditory Accessibility Enhancements Q 1 -2 Delayed: Q3 completion Station Arts Roof Repair Q 3 - 4 Deferred by Council Fire Hall dehumidification Q 3 On schedule CSC bay lighting conversion to LED – eligible for rebates Q 2 – 3 On schedule Items Added Summer Place/Boathouse Demolition Q 2 - 4 On schedule Cemetery By-law Review Q 3 - 4 On schedule Respect in Recreation Policy Q 2 - 3 On schedule OPP Visitor Parking Q 3 - 4 On schedule Key Indicators FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The RCP Department’s 2019 Q1 operational financial variance summary is as follows: Key Indicators 2019 2018 % change Comment Museum: attendance - headcount 1490 1160 28% Programs: Advanced/Leadership - headcount 37 32 16% Programs: Aquatic registrations - headcount 1402 1234 14% Programs: Public Swim attendance - headcount 4794 4972 -4% Programs: Memberships sold 573 492 16% Programs: Health Club attendance - headcount 5743 6995 -18%Membership sale in April will boost # Programs: Water Fitness attendance - headcount 2874 3935 -27%Actual activity is higher, and counting process is more robust. 2018 number is suspect. Programs: Land Fitness attendance - headcount 692 807 -14%Increasing # and variety of classes for Q2 Programs: Public Skating attendance - headcount 1147 1482 -23%Outdoor pad picked up a lot of skaters Programs: Roller Skating attendance - headcount n/a n/a n/a Programs: Squash Courts - headcount 382 379 1% Programs: Waterpark attendance - headcount n/a n/a n/a Programs: Youth registrations - headcount 221 485 -54%Several courses cancelled due to low registrations. A plan is in place to address this trend Programs: Advertising revenue (guide,boards,fences)$13,611 $14,958 -9% Programs: Rink bookings (ice) -hours 1904 1897.25 0% Programs: Rink bookings (floor) - hours n/a n/a n/a Programs: Tournaments (ice/pool/field)7 3 133% Programs: Room rentals (non-admin)211 263 -20% Programs: Aquatic user fees collected 2,296.00$ $2,527 -9% Programs: Rental insurance program 547.46$ $294 86% Cemetery: Niche & Plot sales (count)11 10 10% Cemetery: Interments (count)23 27 -15% Data for Q1 Division Item Target Date Q1 Status Page 81 of 816 Page 4 / 5 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results The RCP Department is in an overall in-year surplus position at the end of Q1. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☐ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☐ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability 2. Economic Sustainability ☐ Support new and existing businesses and provide a variety of employment opportunities ☐ Provide diverse retail services in the downtown core ☐ Provide appropriate education and training opportunities in line with Tillsonburg’s economy 3. Demographic Balance ☐ Make Tillsonburg an attractive place to live for youth and young professionals ☐ Provide opportunities for families to thrive ☐ Support the aging population and an active senior citizenship 4. Culture and Community ☐ Promote Tillsonburg as a unique and welcoming community ☐ Provide a variety of leisure and cultural opportunities to suit all interests ☐ Improve mobility and promote environmentally sustainable living Division 2019 Budget 2019 Q1 Budget 2019 Q1 Actuals Q1 Variance (surplus)/deficit Cemetery 113,900 30,999 28,493 (2,506) Parks 684,700 101,814 87,453 (14,361) Community Events 23,400 4,600 (585)(5,185) Recreation Programs 393,100 40,564 50,287 9,723 Facilities 2,374,700 436,192 444,156 7,964 EFC (32,300)(9,467)(5,459)4,008 Museum 336,200 102,441 85,667 (16,774) Operational Totals 3,893,700 707,143 690,012 (17,131) Page 82 of 816 Page 5 / 5 2019 First Quarter Recreation, Culture and Parks Results Report Approval Details Document Title: RCP 19-24 - Recreation Culture and Parks 2019 Q1 Results.docx Attachments: - RCP 19-24 - ATT 01 - 2019 Q1 RCP Operating Results.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 7, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - Jun 7, 2019 - 7:38 AM Page 83 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (28,900)(20,435)8,465 29%1 Other Revenue (1,625) 1,625 100% Total Revenues (30,525)(20,435)10,090 33%0 Expenditures Labour 23,236 23,328 92 0% Purchases 12,482 4,383 (8,099)65%2 Contracted Services 5,987 1,390 (4,597)77% Interfunctional Adjustments 19,819 19,827 8 0% Total Expenditures 61,524 48,928 (12,596)20%0 Total Net Levy 30,999 28,493 (2,506)8% Notes 2 HLW under $5,100 1 Services Revenue under $7,100 Page 84 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (1,097) 1,097 100% Other Revenue (2,051)(1,827)224 11% Contribution from Reserves (16,300)(16,300)100%1 Total Revenues (3,148)(18,127)(14,979)476%0 Expenditures Labour 32,799 34,740 1,941 6% Purchases 17,703 7,886 (9,817)55%2 Contracted Services 11,163 19,370 8,207 74%3 Contribution to Reserves 265 265 100% Interfunctional Adjustments 21,947 21,983 36 0% Debt Principal & Interest 21,350 21,336 (14)0% Total Expenditures 104,962 105,580 618 1% Total Net Levy 101,814 87,453 (14,361)14%0 Notes 2 HLW under $5,300; Training Expense under $1,900 1 Contributions from Reserve - To fund write off relating to Soccer Park Fence 3 Subcontractor Expense over $8,200 - Write off $16,300 relating to the Soccer Park fence, Trees under $6,650 Page 85 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (10,000)(10,000) 0% User Charges (700)(4,461)(3,761)537% Total Revenues (10,700)(14,461)(3,761)35% Expenditures Labour 2,800 (21)(2,821)101% Purchases 12,500 13,897 1,397 11% Total Expenditures 15,300 13,876 (1,424)9% Total Net Levy 4,600 (585)(5,185)113%0 Page 86 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (10,678)(10,675)3 0% User Charges (391,771)(368,505)23,266 6%1 Other Revenue (10,950)(9,145)1,805 16% Total Revenues (413,399)(388,325)25,074 6%0 Expenditures Labour 357,196 320,583 (36,613)10%2 Purchases 80,042 101,298 21,256 27%3 Interfunctional Adjustments 16,725 16,731 6 0% Total Expenditures 453,963 438,612 (15,351)3% Total Net Levy 40,564 50,287 9,723 24%0 Notes 2 Full Time Labour under $18,600 - vacant Manager position; Part Time labour under $18,800 3 Program Supplies Expense over $14,900 - Health Club 1 Membership Revenue over $4,200; Seasonal Revenue over $5,700; Youth Program Revenue over $8,000; Minor Hockey Revenue under $27,300; Programs Revenue over $9,600; Rent Revenue under $9,600 Page 87 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (1,560)(6,257)(4,697)301% Specified Revenue (2,597)(2,597)100% Total Revenues (1,560)(8,854)(7,294)468%0 Expenditures Labour 218,805 232,905 14,100 6%1 Purchases 129,135 103,853 (25,282)20%2 Contracted Services 70,262 87,873 17,611 25%3 Contribution to Reserves 8,854 8,854 100% Interfunctional Adjustments 12,750 12,750 0% Debt Principal & Interest 6,800 6,775 (25)0% Total Expenditures 437,752 453,010 15,258 3% Total Net Levy 436,192 444,156 7,964 2% Development Charges DC Revenue Collected (6,991) DC Contribution to Reserves 6,991 Notes 1 FT labour over $17,100 - Ministry of Labour wage claim ruling; PT labour under $4,200 2 HLW under $19,300; Supplies Expense over 10,000; Training under $5,600 3 Subcontractor Expense over 32,200 - $40,700 for FPP payment relating to the arena, Halls & Meeting rooms under $10,500 Page 88 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues User Charges (25,003)(24,994)9 0% Total Revenues (25,003)(24,994)9 Expenditures Purchases 2,436 6,442 4,006 164% Debt Principal & Interest 13,100 13,093 (7)0% Total Expenditures 15,536 19,535 3,999 26% Total Net Levy (9,467)(5,459)4,008 42% Page 89 of 816 2019 2019 Actual %Note YTD Budget YTD Actuals Variance Variance Reference Revenues Grants (1,250)(1,200)50 4% User Charges (8,272)(1,214)7,058 85%1 Other Revenue (7,298)(5,276)2,022 28% Total Revenues (16,820)(7,690)9,130 54%0 Expenditures Labour 67,477 64,637 (2,840)4% Purchases 42,135 21,375 (20,760)49%2 Contracted Services 4,371 2,071 (2,300)53% Interfunctional Adjustments 5,278 5,274 (4)0% Total Expenditures 119,261 93,357 (25,904)22%0 Total Net Levy 102,441 85,667 (16,774)16%0 Notes 1 Program Revenue - Cultural under $6,600 2 Special events under - Cultural Expense under $4,500; HLW under $3,400; Building Repairs & Maintenance under $3,100; Advertising Expense under $2,600 Page 90 of 816 Report Title Update - Tillsonburg Hydro System Expansion Charges – Economic Evaluation Model Report No. CAO-19-05 Author David Calder Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Letter to Shareholder from Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. Re: Tillsonburg Hydro System Expansion – Economic Evaluation Model Page 1 / 3 1239680939,,,CAO 19-04 Update - Tillsonburg Hydro System Expansion Charges RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive report CAO-19-05 Update - Tillsonburg Hydro Inc – System Expansion Charges for information. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On April 23, 2019, Town Council passed the following resolution: Moved By: Councillor Gilvesy Seconded By: Councillor Parker THAT the Shareholder respectfully requests THI to review and reconsider their current economic evaluation cost sharing model; AND THAT THI consider alternate options such as: - Using the previous model prior to January 1, 2019, or - To phase in the new model over a period of 3 to 5 years to lessen the impact on developers, or - Implement a model that captures O, M and A and not D and I, while taking into consideration the impact on development and positioning Tillsonburg so that Tillsonburg is competitive with the local surrounding areas; AND THAT the Shareholder requests the President of THI to correspond with the OEB to identify that a consistent Economic Model should be adopted for all Ontario LDC’s. Carried BACKGROUND The Board of Directors of THI at their meeting of May 28, 2019, passed the following motion (also attached to this report in the letter from the Secretary, Tillsonburg Hydro Inc.): Moved By: Board Member Beres Seconded By: Board Member Loker THAT the Board receives Report GM 19-16, EEM Shareholder Request, as information; Page 91 of 816 Page 2 / 3 CAO AND THAT the Board reconsidered the previous resolution passed on January 29, 2019; AND THAT the Board will include OM&A for the year 2019 unless otherwise directed by the OEB; AND THAT the Board confirm that THI use the EEM process capturing total capital costs (developer and THI) and ongoing costs defined as Operating, Maintenance, Administration, Depreciation and Interest costs as outlined in the Distribution System Code effective January 1, 2020; AND THAT the expansion deposit collection be deferred until it is mandated by the regulator. Carried As noted by the resolution above, the THI Board of Directors reconsidered their earlier decision and only OM&A will be included in the economic evaluation model in 2019 with the condition that if the OEB as the regulator directs otherwise, the Board would be required to comply. In addition, the THI Board of Directors deferred including total capital costs defined as Operating, Maintenance, Administration, Depreciation and Interest until January 1, 2020. As well, no expansion deposit will be collected until it is mandated by the regulator. THI has communicated the noted changes to the Development Community. Also, as suggested by the shareholder, the President of THI has sent a letter to the OEB raising a concern regarding the inconsistent approach to the costs included in Economic Evaluation Models across Ontario. THI has requested that the OEB produce a regulatory document, as deemed appropriate by the Regulator, which clarifies the costs to be utilized in EEM within Ontario. CONCLUSION It appears the THI Board of Directors has made some concessions to the concerns raised by the Shareholder and the development community. The outcome will be to delay the application of OMADI until January 1, 2020 which will provide time for the development community to plan for the change. As well, the continued deferral of an expansion deposit until such time as the OEB regulates a mandatory deposit also decreases the upfront financial requirements of the development community. Finally, communication to the OEB regarding the inconsistent application of EEM’s has been sent. Page 92 of 816 Page 3 / 3 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: CAO 19-04 Update - Tillsonburg Hydro System Expansion Charges.docx Attachments: - CAO 19-05 Brd Res to Shareholder.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 3, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: David Calder - Jun 3, 2019 - 12:16 PM Page 93 of 816 Page 94 of 816 Report Title Municipal Access Agreement between the Town and Execulink Telecom Inc Report No. DCS 19-12 Author Cephas Panschow Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date JUNE 13, 2019 Attachments Schedule A – Municipal Access Agreement Page 1 / 6 RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report DCS 19-12 Municipal Access Agreement between the Town and Execulink Telecom Inc; AND THAT By-Law 4316 to enter into a Municipal Access Agreement with Execulink Telecom Inc to enable them to expand their network services in the Town of Tillsonburg, be brought forward for Council consideration. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to seek Council approval to enter into an agreement with Execulink Telecom Inc in order to establish the terms and conditions necessary for them to expand their network in the Town of Tillsonburg including the requirements for different levels of work. BACKGROUND A Municipal Access Agreement (MAA) is an agreement that offers telecommunication companies the ability to construct, maintain and operate their Equipment within right-of-ways that are under the jurisdiction of the municipality. The companies require this access in order to provide the connectivity required by telecommunications services. The MAA deals primarily with issues such as: Municipal consent, hazardous substances and materials; road occupancy permits, rights-of-way, costs to be carried by municipalities; third party and sub-contractor agreements; service level agreements; maintenance and repair responsibilities; equipment use and invoicing. Municipal Access Agreements have been used for decades; however, in the past a wide variety of templates were used with varying results and sometimes even legal action. In order to avoid these and other situations, municipal representatives, the Canadian Federation of Municipalities, telecommunications industry players and the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) worked together to develop a standardized template that would assist telecom and municipal officials in negotiating the terms of installation and maintenance of telecom infrastructures on municipal property. The CRTC Interconnection Steering Committee (CISC) was developed to lead this process and continues to be responsible for reviewing and updating the standardized MAA template document. Page 95 of 816 Page 2 / 6 A standardized MAA template provides a significant number of benefits by providing for predictability, lower personnel cost in terms of time and money and the entry into new small markets on a more efficient basis, while allowing for customization to incorporate local circumstances. The template or model Municipal Access Agreement was made available in late 2013 (see Appendix A – Article for more information) and has been regularly updated based upon best practices and legal case outcomes. This agreement continues to be used by municipalities across Ontario. CONSULTATION/COMMUNICATION The Town of Tillsonburg worked with Miller Thomson LLP of Waterloo in 2015 to revise the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) standardized form to reflect local circumstances and concerns. This work was done in response to a request from a local telecommunications company; however, the company decided not to proceed with the agreement at that time. Tillsonburg has received a request to enter into a MAA from another company in order to support their network expansion into the Town. In terms of the MAA document, Tillsonburg’s requirements have been incorporated into the current version of the standardized MAA template along with requests from Execulink Telecom. This document has been reviewed by Miller Thomson and they are fine with the current version. There has been no public consultation or communication regarding this agreement. It is expected that Execulink Telecom will develop a marketing plan to showcase their capabilities to potential customers. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE There is no financial impact associated with this report as any costs incurred by the Town to support requests under this agreement are eligible for reimbursement as per the rates outlined in the agreement. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN Should Council approve the recommendation, there are a number of strategic initiatives that this will support. 1. Excellence in Local Government ☐ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☐ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☐ Demonstrate accountability Page 96 of 816 Page 3 / 6 2. Economic Sustainability ☒ Support new and existing businesses and provide a variety of employment opportunities ☐ Provide diverse retail services in the downtown core ☐ Provide appropriate education and training opportunities in line with Tillsonburg’s economy 3. Demographic Balance ☒ Make Tillsonburg an attractive place to live for youth and young professionals ☐ Provide opportunities for families to thrive ☐ Support the aging population and an active senior citizenship 4. Culture and Community ☐ Promote Tillsonburg as a unique and welcoming community ☐ Provide a variety of leisure and cultural opportunities to suit all interests ☐ Improve mobility and promote environmentally sustainable living Page 97 of 816 Page 4 / 6 Appendix A – Article https://www.itworldcanada.com/article/crtc-rolls-out-municipal-access-agreement- model/86871 (Accessed May 6, 2019) CRTC rolls out municipal access agreement model Nestor E. Arellano @NestorArellano Published: November 21st, 2013 For carriers and cities alike, the process of coordinating telecom projects within municipal jurisdiction can be a daunting task. Consider this hypothetical scenario: After the city has made a much needed repair to a sidewalk, residents find the concrete has to be torn up so that telecom cables could be installed. To avoid this and other similar situations, city officials and the Canadian Federation of Municipalities, telecommunications industry players and the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) had been working on developing a document that would help telecom and city officials negotiate the terms of installation and maintenance of telecom infrastructures in city property. Today, the CRTC announced that both parties can now refer to a model municipal access agreement (MAA) which could be used as a template for such negotiations. “Telecommunications companies need access to streets and other municipal property to install, upgrade or maintain their facilities, which include fibre-optic cable,” said Jean-Pierre Blais, chairman of the CRTC in a statement today. “The model agreement will help municipalities save time and money in their negotiations and enable telecommunications companies to provide high-quality service to Canadians.” Prior to the model MAA, some municipalities have resorted to seeking the help of cloud service hosting companies to manage right-of-way iissues. Page 98 of 816 Page 5 / 6 For instance, back in 2011 the city of Ottawa signed a contract with Massachusetts-based Envista Corp., which offers a hosted right-of-way public works management suite of applications for North American governments. Envista allows the sharing and markup of PDF and Microsoft Word documents, centralizes project data and lets users apply for permits online. Envista can show a colour-code map of what streets are being worked on and when, displaying road closures and other traffic impediments. The CRTC said that MAAs have been successfully negotiated between carriers and municipalities in the past without the CRTC’s intervention. However, in exceptional cases, the commission “has had to issue decisions on a case-by-case basis to resolve disputes on matters related to access to municipal rights-of-way.” “…A model MAA would benefit both Canadian carriers and municipalities by providing for predictability, lower personnel cost in terms of time and money and the entry into new small markets on a more efficient basis, while allowing for a degree of customization to incorporate unique circumstances,” the CRTC said. The MAA deals primarily with issues such as: Municipal consent, hazardous substances and materials; road occupancy permits, rights-of-way, costs to be carried by municipalities; third party and sub-contractor agreements; service level agreements; maintenance and repair responsibilities; equipment use and invoicing. However, the document also allows for parties to add other provisions and items. Page 99 of 816 Page 6 / 6 Report Approval Details Document Title: Report DCS 19-12 Municipal Access Agreement between the Town and Execulink Telecom Inc.docx Attachments: - Municipal_Access_Agreement-MT-Current(Jun3,19).docx Final Approval Date: Jun 4, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - Jun 4, 2019 - 9:25 AM David Calder - Jun 4, 2019 - 11:23 AM Donna Wilson - Jun 4, 2019 - 11:27 AM Page 100 of 816 Page 101 of 816 Page 102 of 816 Page 103 of 816 Page 104 of 816 Page 105 of 816 Page 106 of 816 Page 107 of 816 Page 108 of 816 Page 109 of 816 Page 110 of 816 Page 111 of 816 Page 112 of 816 Page 113 of 816 Page 114 of 816 Page 115 of 816 Page 116 of 816 Page 117 of 816 Page 118 of 816 Page 119 of 816 Page 120 of 816 Page 121 of 816 Page 122 of 816 Page 123 of 816 Page 124 of 816 Page 125 of 816 Page 126 of 816 Page 127 of 816 Page 128 of 816 Page 129 of 816 Page 130 of 816 Page 131 of 816 Page 132 of 816 Report Title Printer RFP Results Report No. FIN 19 - 11 Author Dave Rushton, Director of Finance Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Page 1 / 2 Printer RFP Results RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report FIN 19 -11 2019 Printer RFP Results for information; AND THAT the CAO be authorized to enter into an agreement with Toshiba Tec Canada for four years ending June 30, 2023. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A Request For Proposal RFP-CS2019-101 was issued as a joint request for printers for Oxford County, Woodstock and Tillsonburg. Bid submissions for this request had a closing date of Thursday, May 8, 2019. Bid submissions were reviewed by staff representing Oxford County, Woodstock and Tillsonburg on May 14, 2019 and the successful bidders were interviewed on May 21, 2019. Toshiba Tec Canada was chosen as the recommendation supplier for Printers for a four year term. BACKGROUND There were 5 submissions were received by the closing date. The results of the RFP were: Town of Tillsonburg Toshiba $889.00 0.0063 0.0459 Toshiba Canon Pricing not attached Canon Rival $1,425.00 0.0079 0.049 Sharp 4Office Auto $1,338.75 0.005 0.045 TASKalfa PartnerIT $1,606.88 0.005 0.044 Xerox Page 133 of 816 Page 2 / 2 CAO Subsequent to the selection of Toshiba, some options were adjusted resulting in a total monthly cost of $883.00 for 11 printers, plus per copy costs. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The Proposed lease falls within the 2019 budget. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☒ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☒ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability Page 134 of 816 Report Title Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019 Report No. FRS 19-05 Author Terry Saelens, Acting Fire Chief Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Schedule A – Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 1 / 7 Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019 RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive report FRS 19-05 Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019, as information; AND THAT the Town of Tillsonburg enter into an agreement with Oxford EMS attached hereto as Schedule A; AND THAT By-Law 4307 to authorize the agreement be brought forward for Council consideration. BACKGROUND Assisting Oxford EMS for life threatening emergencies is an issue that had been identified as a service level consideration as far back as 2002 in Master Fire Planning meetings. In anticipation of providing this service, in 2006 – Tillsonburg Firefighters embarked on a comprehensive training program to be qualified to the OFM Emergency Patient Care program. Currently all firefighters are trained and equipped to carry out this service in Tillsonburg and have been providing this level of service via automatic aid agreements with our neighbours. There will be 4 hours of BLS (Basic Life Support) training provided by Oxford EMS so that we can learn the protocols that are different from Red Cross and get certified through the Base Hospital System. Council created a Strategic Planning Committee in 2016 to look at the fire service and make recommendations. This report is in line with the strategic planning committee recommendations and the scope of work the committee was tasked to undertake: The Strategic Fire Plan for the Town of Tillsonburg is designed to address current and anticipated community risks over a period of ten (10) years. The strategic fire plan will address all aspects of the delivery of fire protection services, including: Governance – current municipal structure Emergency response – fire suppression, medical, hazardous materials, water/ice rescue, vehicle extrication, high angle rescue, etc. Fire prevention – inspections, code enforcement, fire cause determination Public fire and life safety education Communications Training and education of staff Page 135 of 816 Page 2 / 7 CAO Equipment and apparatus Administration – fire department management structure The committee met with Chief Ben Addley and Deputy Chief Ryan Hall of Oxford EMS to discuss tiered medical response in Tillsonburg. During that meeting Oxford EMS requested that Tillsonburg Fire increase their level of service to assist EMS without delay for the following: Cardiac Arrest / VSA Choking Unconscious / Decreased Consciousness Near Drowning The call types that we are being requested for are the medical emergencies that having firefighters on scene, even after EMS arrives, is statically shown to improve patient outcomes. As such the Strategic Planning Committee recommended the following: Recommendation #8 THAT in addition to the existing Tiered Medical Responses that form part of Automatic Aid agreements, and the limited assistance the Fire Service provides locally to Oxford County Paramedics, e.g., lift assists and motor vehicle collisions, the Fire Service add Tiered Medical Response without delay for patients in the Town of Tillsonburg with Obvious Immediate Threat to life (OIT), i.e, unconscious, cardiac arrest, choking and drowning. The Committee further recommends that the delivery model to respond to these calls, do so with the minimum number of staff required, and within the current remuneration system. At the February 28, 2019 Council meeting Staff provided report FIN 19-04 which included proposed draft budget adjustments. Included in this report was an addition to the budget of Tiered Medical Responses (Fire) in the amount of $8,400.00 which was included in the final approved 2019 budget. This will standardize the level of service provided across the Department and throughout Oxford, and improve the level of service to Town of Tillsonburg residents. While the Oxford Paramedic Service has recently added hours of service in the Town, the OIT calls described are all labour intensive and would benefit from the “extra hands” provided by a limited number of Tillsonburg firefighters. This change was requested by the Oxford Paramedic Service and supported by the firefighters as enabling them to “make a difference” in the lives of Tillsonburg residents. The number of additional calls is estimated at approximately 65 per year. DISCUSSION Tillsonburg Fire Department currently has the capabilities, equipment and training to be able to provide the increased level of service as recommended by the Strategic Planning Committee and requested by Oxford EMS. Additionally this program has the support of the Tillsonburg Firefighters and they will take on the added responsibility within the current remuneration agreement. As stated above, in 2010 as part of an automatic aid agreement with Bayham, Tillsonburg Fire Department currently provides this level of service outside of the town limits; additionally, Tillsonburg Fire Department will respond in Tillsonburg when requested by EMS on scene. Page 136 of 816 Page 3 / 7 CAO Tillsonburg Fire Department responded to 15 medical emergencies to assist EMS in 2018 (firefighters weren’t called until EMS was on scene). Oxford EMS has used this contract to enter into agreements with the following Municipalities in Oxford: Woodstock Norwich Blandford Blenheim East Zorra Tavistock Zorra Options Staff has identified the following options for Council to consider: Option Pro’s Con’s Do Nothing – Not Recommended No impact to service delivery Delay in response when seconds can save lives EMS longer on scene times reduces survivability Firefighter moral reduced Provide Requested Level of Service – Full Department Response – Not Recommended EMS assistance provided when fire assistance is proven to be beneficial There are some firefighters that should not participate in this level of service (PTSD) Not all firefighters want to participate in this level of service Increased training costs and licensing costs for firefighters that shouldn’t or don’t want to participate Approximately 45 to 50 additional calls per year Provide Requested Level of Service – Special Teams Model – Staff Recommendation EMS assistance provided when fire assistance is proven beneficial Volunteers are aware of commitment and willing to do it in current remuneration model Single truck response Reduced training costs – only training willing Approximately 45 to 50 additional calls per year Page 137 of 816 Page 4 / 7 CAO participants Reduced training costs – Oxford EMS to provide training at a minimal cost Training Firefighters currently train and certify every three years to Red Cross First Aid / CPR HCP / Defib. Oxford EMS will provide training to Tillsonburg Fire for BLS / First Aid / CPR HCP / Defibrillation. Oxford EMS will maintain and provide all training equipment and we will only need to pay for the instructor costs (which we do now through Red Cross). The total cost working with Oxford EMS is approximately $766.00 per year excluding firefighter pay. It is expected that the 4 hour BLS (Basic Life Support) training can be provided to the Tillsonburg Fire Department members by the end of March. Cost to Deliver Service Current Model (three year training cost estimate) $4325.00: Red Cross Instructor - $3225.00 Equipment Rental - $500.00 Books and Certification Fee’s – 600.00 Oxford EMS Model (three year training cost estimate) $8800.00: Instructor Cost – First Aid / CPR / Defib / BLS - $800.00 Equipment Rentals – Included Books and Certification Fee’s - Included Base Hospital Medical Delegation Fees - $1500.00 Firefighter Pay - $6500.00 Through the current 2019 budget process there are monies allocated for training and equipment purchases, these equipment purchases are scheduled replacement of such things as defibrillators and medical bags that are currently in use. There will be no additional costs to provide this level of service that wasn’t approved in the 2019 budget. There will actually be a cost reduction moving forward as Oxford EMS will restock any medical supplies we use at no charge. In 2018, TFD spent approximately $1800.00 for medical supplies. Impact to Deliver Service Firefighters currently are trained and equipped to deliver this level of service and with the additional 4 hours of training will meet the requirements outlined by Oxford EMS and Base Hospital. As of December 11, 2018, there were 55 calls for service that would fit in the enhanced program in Tillsonburg. Given that Tillsonburg responded to 15 requests from EMS in 2018 our call volume increase is estimated to be between 45 and 50 calls per year. As per the agreement (attached): Page 138 of 816 Page 5 / 7 CAO Section 5.4 states that TFD can decline calls for medicals if dealing with another fire emergency within the community. This ensures no negative impact for our ability to respond to fires. Tillsonburg Fire Department will not respond to long term care facilities unless requested by staff on scene. Additionally, Oxford EMS is working directly with FirePro to make reporting seamless. Tillsonburg Fire and FireComm currently use this software so integration into the reporting system will be accomplished with current reporting systems. The majority of members of the fire department want to participate at the proposed level of service and have wanted to for some time. It has been discussed for several years and a final resolve increasing our medical response will enhance moral of the department. Statistics EMS is on scene in Tillsonburg between 6 and 9 minutes or less 90% of the time. In 2018, Tillsonburg Fire Department was on scene in an average of 10 minutes and 32 seconds from the time of dispatch. Of the 55 calls for service for the proposed level of service: 80% were active resuscitation attempts o 12% received shocks via defibrillation o 20% were not transported (dead on scene) EMS average time on scene for these calls is 28 minutes 90% of the time. This means with the 6 to 9 minute EMS response time, a patient is down for 34 to 37 minutes before transport 90% of the time. A key performance indicator (KPI) for the proposed level of service would be to see a reduction of on scene time with the assistance from firefighters. SUMMARY The Strategic Planning Committee is recommending that the Tillsonburg Fire Department assist Oxford EMS without delay for call types where there is a proven benefit to have firefighters on scene assisting EMS crews. Staff have reviewed the recommendation from the Strategic Planning Committee, met with Oxford EMS and feel that we can do it with a minimal impact to Fire Department operations. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE As set out in the 2019 Rates and Fees By-Law. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT 1. Excellence in Local Government ☒ Demonstrate strong leadership in Town initiatives ☒ Streamline communication and effectively collaborate within local government ☒ Demonstrate accountability Page 139 of 816 Page 6 / 7 CAO Page 140 of 816 Page 7 / 7 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: FRS 19-05 - Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019.docx Attachments: - Schedule A - Medical Tiered Response Agreement 2019 - TILLSONBURG.docx Final Approval Date: Jun 5, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: No Signature - Task assigned to David Calder was completed by workflow administrator Donna Wilson David Calder - Jun 5, 2019 - 12:47 PM Page 141 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Between Town of Tillsonburg (Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services) And County of Oxford (Oxford County Paramedic Services) Page 142 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 2 of 22 Table of Contents 1. PURPOSE 3 2. RECITALS 3 3. DEFINITIONS 3 4. INTERPRETATION 5 5. AGREEMENT 7 6. RESPONSE CRITERIA AND NOTIFICATION 7 7. TRAINING 8 8. CERTIFICATION AND RECERTIFICATION 9 9. QUALITY ASSURANCE 9 10. INFORMATION SHARING 10 11. SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT 11 12. RESEARCH 11 13. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION 11 14. TERM AND TERMINATION 13 15. GENERAL PROVISIONS 13 APPENDIX 1 – TIERED RESPONSE CRITERIA 18 APPENDIX 2 – QUALITY ASSURANCE 21 APPENDIX 3 – LIFT ASSIST GUIDELINE 22 Page 143 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 3 of 22 AGREEMENT Between Town of Tillsonburg (Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services) And County of Oxford (Oxford County Paramedic Services) 1. PURPOSE The purpose of this agreement is to provide for the provision of medical tiered response by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to assist in the provision of Patient care in instances of potential life threatening medical conditions when requested by Oxford County Paramedic Services. 2. RECITALS WHEREAS Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services provides Fire Service to the Town of Tillsonburg; AND WHEREAS Oxford County Paramedic Services provides Patient care to Patients in the Town of Tillsonburg; AND WHEREAS Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services wish to enter into an agreement for the provision of firefighter assistance in the provision of Patient care to and in accordance with the terms and conditions set out below. NOW THEREFORE in consideration of the respective covenants and agreements contained in this Agreement and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which the Parties acknowledge the Town of Tillsonburg and the County of Oxford hereby agree as follows: 3. DEFINITIONS In this Agreement, in addition to the terms defined above, the following terms shall, unless the context otherwise requires, have the respective meanings set out below: Page 144 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 4 of 22 a) “Agreement” means this agreement as the same may be amended or restated from time to time and includes all schedules and all uses of the words “hereto”, “herein”, “hereof”, ‘hereby” and “hereunder” and similar expressions refer to this Agreement and not to any particular section or portion of it. b) “Applicable Law” at any time and in respect of any Person, property, transaction or event, means all laws including statutes, regulations, treaties, judgments and decrees then applicable to that Person, property, transaction or event and, whether or not having the force of law, all applicable official directives, rules, consents, approvals, authorizations, guidelines, bulletins, orders and policies of any Governmental Authority then having or purporting to have authority over that Person, property, transaction or event. c) “Approved” means something that has been reviewed and/or sanctioned by the County of Oxford. d) “Business Day” means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday or any statutory or civic holiday observed in the County of Oxford. e) “Call” means a request for Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to provide emergency medical services. f) “Call Report” means a call report in paper or electronic form. g) “Cardiac Arrest” means a condition in which the heart has stopped or is too weak to pump effectively. h) “Case Review” means the review performed by Oxford County Paramedic Services when variances in Patient care provided by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services are identified by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and/or Oxford County Paramedic Services. i) “Controlled Act” has the meaning ascribed to it in the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991, (Ontario), S.O. 1991, c.18. j) “CPSO” means the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. k) “CPSO Policy” means the CPSO policy for the Delegation of Controlled Acts and Guidelines for teaching Controlled Acts under Section 28 of the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and under the Medicine Act 1991, S.O. 1991, c. 30. l) “Data” has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 9. m) “Designated Representative” is the designated representative of a Party as set out in Schedule A. Page 145 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 5 of 22 n) “Firefighter” is a person appointed by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services who is a firefighter, as such term is defined under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997, as may be amended from time to time. o) “Governmental Authority” means any domestic or foreign government including any federal, provincial, state, territorial or municipal government and any domestic or foreign government agency, board, commission, tribunal or other authority exercising executive, legislative, judicial, regulatory or administrative function of, or pertaining to, government. p) “Including” means “including without limitation” and shall not be construed to limit any general statement which it follows to the specific or similar or matters immediately following it. q) “Investigation” means the process of review arising from a concern regarding Patient care provided by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. r) “Paramedic” has the meaning ascribed to it under the Ambulance Act R.S.O. 1990, c. A.19. s) “Parties” means the Town of Tillsonburg and the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and the County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services, and “Party” means any one of them. t) “Patient” is any person who has suffered a medical emergency and receives medical attention, care, or treatment by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. u) “Person” shall be broadly interpreted and includes an individual, body corporate, partnership, joint venture, trust, association, unincorporated organization, the Crown, any Governmental Authority or any other entity recognized by law. v) “Personal Health Information” has the meaning ascribed to it in the Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004,(Ontario) S.O. 2004, c.3, Sch. A. w) “PHIPA” means the Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004 (Ontario), S.O. 2004, c.3 Sch. A. x) “Standards” means all industry accepted standards of practice relating to the provision of prehospital emergency care in the Province of Ontario. 4. INTERPRETATION 4.1. Statutes Page 146 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 6 of 22 Unless specified otherwise, reference in this Agreement to a statute refers to that statute as such statute may be amended from time to time, or to any restated or successor legislation of comparable effect, and refers to any regulations then in force and effect thereunder. 4.2. Headings The division of this Agreement into articles, sections and schedules and the insertion of headings are for convenience of reference only and shall not affect the construction or interpretation of this Agreement. The article, section and schedule headings in this Agreement are not intended to be full or precise descriptions of the text to which they refer and are not to be considered part of this Agreement. Reference to an Article, Section or Schedule refers to the applicable article, section or schedule of this Agreement. 4.3. Numbers and Gender In this Agreement, words in the singular include the plural and vice-versa and words in one gender include all genders. 4.4. Entire Agreement This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties pertaining to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, discussions and understandings, written or oral, express or implied, between the Parties related thereto. There are no representations, warranties, conditions, other agreements or acknowledgements, whether direct or collateral, express or implied, that form part of or affect this Agreement, or which induced any Party to enter into this Agreement or on which reliance is placed by any Party, except as specifically set forth in this Agreement. 4.5. Amendment This Agreement may be amended, modified or supplemented only by a written agreement signed by each Party. The Parties agree that the Appendices to this agreement may be amended as needed from time to time by the Municipal Fire Chief or Paramedic Services Chief. 4.6. Waiver of Right Any waiver of, or consent to depart from, the requirements of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective only if it is in writing and signed by the Party giving it, and only in the specific instance and for the specific purpose for which it has been given. No failure on the part of any Party to exercise, and no delay in exercising, any right under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of such right. No single or partial exercise of any such right shall preclude any other or further exercise of such right or the exercise of any other right. Page 147 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 7 of 22 4.7. Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by, and interpreted and enforced in accordance with, the laws in force in the Province of Ontario (excluding any rule or principle of the conflict of laws which might refer such interpretation to the laws of another jurisdiction). Each Party irrevocably submits to the non- exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario with respect to any matter arising hereunder or related hereto. 4.8. Performance on Holidays If any action is required to be taken pursuant to this Agreement on or by a specified date that is not a Business Day, then such action shall be valid if taken on or by the next succeeding business day. 4.9. Appendices The Appendices to this Agreement are as follows: Appendix 1 – Medical Tiered Response Criteria Appendix 2 – Quality Assurance Appendix 3 – Lift Assist Guideline 5. AGREEMENT 5.1. General The Town of Tillsonburg and the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services agree to provide Medical Tiered Response services to County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services, and County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services hereby agree to the provision of such services, subject to and in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. 5.2. The Parties agree that Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide the resources necessary to respond to and provide Patient care on request of Oxford County Paramedic Services, in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. 5.3. The Parties agree that this agreement is being entered into voluntarily and without expectation of reimbursement of costs except as provided for in accordance with the terms and conditions as set forth in this agreement. 5.4. Exception The Parties acknowledge the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services may be unable to respond to requests from Oxford County Paramedic Services to provide patient care when occupied with other emergencies. 6. RESPONSE CRITERIA AND NOTIFICATION 6.1. Response criteria will be according to “Appendix 1” of this agreement. Page 148 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 8 of 22 6.2. The Parties agree the response criteria as reflected in “Appendix 1” of this agreement may also include immediate notification of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services for requests received by the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre for situations where the nature of the emergency may require the assistance of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services including, but not limited to; Motor Vehicle Collisions, Industrial/Construction/Agricultural Incidents, 6.3. The Parties agree the response criteria contained in paragraph 6.1 is not inclusive of requests for emergency medical service of Patients from a long- term care facility licensed under the Long-Term Care Homes Act (Ontario), 2007, or a public or private hospital licensed under the Public Hospitals Act (Ontario), 1990, or the Private Hospitals Act (Ontario), 1990, as may be amended from time to time. 6.4. The Parties agree that the response criteria contained in paragraph 6.1 is not inclusive of calls for service where the patient has a valid DNR confirmation form or calls for service where the Fire Department is specifically requested not to respond by the caller. 6.5. The Parties will work collaboratively to reasonably ensure the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services is notified of all requests for assistance within one (1) minute of the call being committed by the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre. 6.6. The Parties agree that the time frame in paragraph 6.5 may not be achievable in circumstances of delayed ambulance response. 6.7. The Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide immediate notification to the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre when unable to respond to a request by Oxford County Paramedic Services for assistance. 7. TRAINING 7.1. Upon request, Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide Oxford County Paramedic Services with pertinent training records for each Firefighter who provides Patient care. 7.2. The Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will be responsible for the costs of providing the training of Firefighters to carry out Patient care, inclusive of course fees, firefighter wages and costs charged by a third-party in accordance with the terms of the agreement. Page 149 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 9 of 22 7.3. Oxford County Paramedic Services will be responsible for the costs directly incurred by Oxford County Paramedic Services to assist in the training provided to firefighters when reasonably requested by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. 7.4. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will ensure an Approved curriculum is followed for Firefighters in training and continuing education programs in accordance with the applicable Standards. 8. CERTIFICATION AND RECERTIFICATION 8.1. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will ensure that all firefighters engaged in Patient care under this agreement; a) are either appointed by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services on an indefinite or fixed term basis or have received an offer of employment from Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services that has not expired; b) have successfully completed an Approved first responder (first aid) training program within the previous three years; c) have successfully completed an Approved annual certification in CPR at the Health Care Provider level, or equivalent; d) have successfully completed an Approved Paramedic Service equipment orientation program, and; e) have successfully completed an Approved training, evaluation, and certification process required to perform the Controlled Act of defibrillation by a legally qualified physician in accordance with Regulated Health Professions Act (Ontario), 1991 and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) policy, as may be amended from time to time. 9. QUALITY ASSURANCE 9.1. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services acknowledge and agree that: a) Oxford County Paramedic Services must receive all of the information contained in relevant Call Reports (the ”Data”) within the time period provided in Appendix 2 in order to facilitate its quality assurance obligations under this Agreement; b) Oxford County Paramedic Services is a health information custodian as defined in, and therefore is required to comply with, PHIPA, and as such is required to take steps that are reasonable in the circumstances to ensure that Personal Health Information in Oxford County Paramedic Service’s custody or control, including as may be contained in each Call Report, is protected against theft, loss and unauthorized use or disclosure and to Page 150 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 10 of 22 ensure that the records containing such personal information are protected against unauthorized copying, modification or disposal; c) where the Data contains Personal Health Information, Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services further agree to collect, hold and disclose Personal Health Information pursuant to the provisions of PHIPA and Section 19 of the Act as applicable; d) in light of the foregoing, Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services agrees to provide Oxford County Paramedic Services with access to the Data and the security to access the Data for the purposes set out in a) above and as otherwise required or permitted by Applicable Law (the “Purposes”); e) Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services shall each notify the other of any problem with or errors in the Data of which such party may become aware. 9.2. Oxford County Paramedic Services shall develop and implement a quality assurance program consistent with applicable Standards including monitoring the delivery of Patient care provided by Firefighters through Call Report audits. 10. INFORMATION SHARING 10.1. Issues Resulting from Information Sharing a) Case Reviews may be performed by Oxford County Paramedic Services on patient care provided by Firefighters. b) All concerns received by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services pertaining to patient care issues will be forwarded to Oxford County Paramedic Services for investigation and action and Oxford County Paramedic Services will notify Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services of the results of its investigation within two business days of completion of the investigation. 10.2. Investigations a) Oxford County Paramedic Services is the lead investigative organization in the case of any/all Investigations involving Patient care with the exception of cases involving a Controlled Act. The final report will be provided to Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services from Oxford County Paramedic Services and Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will be responsible for communicating the report and its findings to any external Parties to the extent Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services deems appropriate, acting reasonably. b) Oxford County Paramedic Services may draw on any internal resources or personnel of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services that may assist the lead investigator in conducting and concluding Investigations. c) In the event an Investigation has both service delivery as well as Patient Care issues as a component of the overall scope of the Investigation Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services shall remain the lead investigative authority, but will have Oxford County Paramedic Services address the Patient Care issues as a co-investigation organization or upon mutual Page 151 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 11 of 22 agreement separate the Patient Care issues for investigation by Oxford County Paramedic Services. 10.3. Information to Be Shared Between the Parties To the extent requested, the following shall be shared between the Parties during an Investigation: a) All relevant written/typed incident reports; b) All relevant audio recordings; c) All relevant Call Reports pertaining to an Investigation or Case Review; d) Contact information of individuals involved in the Investigation; and e) Other details as deemed appropriate by the Parties. 11. SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT 11.1. Oxford County Paramedic Services will provide the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services any equipment used by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services in connection with this Agreement or the activities described herein, with the exception of defibrillation equipment. 11.2. Expendable supplies used by the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will be replaced as reasonably necessary by Oxford County Paramedic Services at no cost to the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will order replacement supplies from Oxford County Paramedic Services through the approved ordering process. 11.3. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide approved defibrillation equipment at its own cost. Where defibrillators used by the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services are compatible with those used by Oxford County Paramedic Services, replacement defibrillator pads will be provided by Oxford County Paramedic Services at no cost to the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. 12. RESEARCH 12.1. Oxford County Paramedic Services will obtain the approval in writing of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services for all Oxford County Paramedic Services research proposals involving Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services or use of data supplied by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. 13. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION 13.1. Insurance Each Party shall, at its own expense, obtain and maintain in full force during the Term, all insurance that would be necessary and appropriate for a prudent Person in the same business. Such insurance shall include the following: Page 152 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 12 of 22 a) Commercial General Liability Insurance on an occurrence basis for third party bodily injury, personal injury and property damage, to an inclusive limit of not less than $5,000,000 per occurrence. The policy shall include the following clauses: i. The other Party named as an additional insured with respect to liability arising under or in connection with this Agreement; ii. Cross-liability and severability of interest clauses; iii. Non-owned auto coverage; and iv. Contractual liability, both oral and written; b) Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance insuring for liability for errors and omissions in the performance of or failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement, in an amount not less than $5,000,000 per claim; c) Medical Malpractice Insurance for liability for the performance or failure to perform under this Agreement in an amount not less than $5,000,000 per claim; d) Automobile Insurance under a standard Automobile Policy with limits no less than $2,000,000 in respect of each owned or leased vehicle. Each Party is responsible for insuring their own vehicles; e) Each Party is responsible for insuring their own property, and; f) Each Party shall give thirty (30) day notice by registered mail if any coverage outlined in this agreement is reduced, altered or cancelled. 13.2. Indemnification by the Town of Tillsonburg The Town of Tillsonburg hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County of Oxford, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, or other representatives as an agent of its party from and against any and all liability, loss, costs, damages and expenses (including legal, expert and consultant fees), causes of action, actions, claims, demands, lawsuits or other proceedings (“Claims”), by whomever made, sustained, incurred, brought or prosecuted, in any way arising out of or in connection with the Agreement, to the extent that the Claims are not caused, or contributed by, the negligence, or other (wilful or otherwise) misconduct of County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services. 13.3. Indemnification by the County of Oxford County of Oxford hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Town of Tillsonburg, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, or other representatives as an agent of its party from and against any and all liability, loss, costs, damages and expenses (including legal, expert and consultant fees), causes of action, actions, claims, demands, lawsuits or other proceedings (“Claims”), by whomever made, sustained, incurred, brought or prosecuted, in any way arising out of or in connection with the Agreement, to the extent that the Claims are not caused, or contributed by, the negligence, or other (wilful or otherwise) misconduct of the Town of Tillsonburg and the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. Page 153 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 13 of 22 14. TERM AND TERMINATION 14.1. Term This Agreement shall commence on the date the last Party signs and shall continue unless terminated pursuant to this Article 14 (the “Term”). 14.2. Termination by Either Party Either Party may, at any time, and for any reason, terminate this Agreement upon giving 30 days’ prior written notice to the other Party. 14.3. Effective Date of Termination The effective date of the termination of this Agreement shall be the last day of the notice period or such other date as the Parties agree. 14.4. Consequences of Termination Upon termination of this Agreement those provisions which expressly or by their nature are intended to survive beyond such termination will remain in effect. The termination of this Agreement shall not relieve either of the Parties of their respective obligations or rights accrued up to and including the date of such termination. 14.5. Force Majeure Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement, neither Party shall be liable for any failure or delay on its part to perform any of the terms, conditions, covenants or obligations of this Agreement to the extent that such failure or delay is the result of a cause beyond its reasonable control including such things as unavailability of material, equipment, utilities, services, an act of God, a fire, an act of the public enemy, an act of Her Majesty in her sovereign capacity, laws, a flood, a quarantine restriction, an epidemic, a labour dispute, a riot, a civil commotion, vandalism, malicious mischief or other similar cause beyond its control and not avoidable by the exercise of reasonable foresight (excluding the inability to pay for the performance of such obligation) and which occurs without the default or negligence of the Party seeking relief. The Party being delayed shall be entitled to extend the time for fulfillment of such obligation by a time equal to the duration of such delay and the other Party shall not be entitled to any compensation for any loss or inconvenience occasioned thereby. The Party delayed shall however, use its best efforts to fulfill the obligation in question as soon as reasonably possible. 15. GENERAL PROVISIONS 15.1. Co-operation Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services shall co-operate with and provide assistance to Oxford County Paramedic Services as reasonably required by Page 154 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 14 of 22 Oxford County Paramedic Services to facilitate the provision of Oxford County Paramedic Services obligations under this Agreement. Oxford County Paramedic Services shall co-operate with and provide assistance to Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services as reasonably required by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to facilitate the provision of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services obligations under this Agreement. 15.2. Confidentiality Oxford County Paramedic Services shall not disclose to any third party any trade secret of or confidential information about Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services that Oxford County Paramedic Services may acquire through the use of the Data. Confidential information is Data and information that is designated as such by Oxford County Paramedic Services (“Confidential Information”). Oxford County Paramedic Services shall use Confidential Information only for the purposes of Quality Assurance and fulfilling the obligations of this agreement. Oxford County Paramedic Services shall limit disclosure of Confidential Information within its own organization to its management team, employees, agents, consultants and other representatives having a need to know and shall not disclose Confidential Information to any third party (whether an individual, corporation, or other entity) without the prior written consent of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. The Parties herein mutually agree that the confidentiality covenant herein shall survive the termination or discharge of this Agreement. 15.3. Nature of Relationship Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as making the Parties (or their respective successors or permitted assigns), partners or joint ventures or construed as making any Party, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents or other representatives an agent of any other Party. For greater certainty, none of the employees, principals, shareholders or independent contractors of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services shall be or be deemed to be employees of County of Oxford or Oxford County Paramedic Services. 15.4. Assignment Neither this Agreement, nor any rights or obligations hereunder, may be assigned by the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services OR Oxford County Paramedic Services without the prior written consent of the other Party. Any purported assignment done without such consent shall be of no force or effect. This Agreement is binding upon and shall insure to the benefit of the Parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns and shall not be enforceable by or otherwise ensure to the benefit of any other Person. 15.5. Invalidity Page 155 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 15 of 22 If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect by a court of competent jurisdiction, the validity, legality or enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby so long as the economic or legal substance of the matters contemplated hereby is not affected in any manner materially adverse to either Party. 15.6. Costs Each Party shall bear its own costs with respect to the drafting, negotiation and interpretation of this Agreement and the subject matter hereof. 15.7. Notices Any notice, demand or other communication required or permitted to be given or made hereunder shall be in writing and shall be well and sufficiently given or made if it is: a) Delivered in person during normal business hours on a business day and left with a receptionist or other responsible employee of the relevant party at the applicable address set forth below; b) Sent by prepaid first class mail; or c) Sent by any electronic means of sending messages, including facsimile transmission, which produces a paper record. In the case of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services, addressed to it at: Town of Tillsonburg 10 Lisgar Avenue, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A5 Attn: Fire Chief Fax: 519-688-0759 Tel: 519-688-3009 And, in the case of Oxford County Paramedic Services, addressed to it at: 377 Mill Street Woodstock, ON N4S 7V6 Attn: Paramedic Services Chief Fax: 519-537-1099 Tel: 519-539-9800 Any Notice given or made in accordance with this Section shall be deemed to have been given or made and to have been received: a) on the day it was delivered, if delivered as aforesaid; b) on the third Business Day (excluding each day during which there exists any general interruption of postal services due to strike, lockout or other cause) after it was mailed, if mailed as aforesaid; and Page 156 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 16 of 22 c) on the day of sending if sent by Electronic Transmission during normal business hours of the addressee on a Business Day and, if not, then on the first Business Day after the sending thereof. Any Party may from time to time change its address for notice by giving Notice to the other Party in accordance with the provisions of this Section. 15.8. Further Assurances Each Party shall do such acts and shall execute and deliver such further agreements, documents, conveyances, deeds, assignments, transfers and the like, and shall cause the doing of such acts and the execution and delivery of such further items as are within its power and as the other Party may in writing at any time and from time to time reasonably request, in order to give full effect to the provisions of this Agreement. 15.9. Remedies Cumulative The rights and remedies under this Agreement are cumulative and in addition to, and not in substitution for, any other rights and remedies, available at law or in equity or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by a Party of any right or remedy precludes or otherwise affects the exercise of any other right or remedy to which that Party may be entitled. 15.10. Counterparts and Facsimile Execution This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which together shall be deemed to be one and the same instrument and receipt of a facsimile version of an executed signature page of this Agreement by a Party shall constitute satisfactory evidence of execution of this Agreement by such Party. 15.11. Dispute Resolution/ Consultations and Negotiation a) In the event of a dispute between the Parties, each Party’s Designated Representative shall meet to attempt to resolve the Dispute. Each Party acknowledges that it is in their mutual interest to have their respective Designated Representative resolve all matters by mutual agreement and each agrees to act reasonably and in good faith to permit and encourage their respective representatives to do so. b) If such Designated Representatives are not able to resolve any Dispute referred to them within 15 Business Days, the matter shall be referred to the Medical Director of SWORBHP and the Fire Chief of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and the Chief of the Oxford County Paramedic Services each of whom shall be fully briefed on the matter and shall have the authority to negotiate on behalf of their respective Party. If such senior representatives are not able to resolve any Dispute referred to them within 15 Business Days, then the matter shall be referred to the Chief Administrative Officers of the Town of Tillsonburg and County of Oxford. Page 157 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 17 of 22 IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties hereto have duly executed on the_____ day of _____________, 20 Town of Tillsonburg Signature:__________________________ Name: Title: Date: County of Oxford Signature:__________________________ Name: Peter M. Crockett Title: Chief Administrative Officer Date: Signature:__________________________ Name: Title: Date: Signature:__________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Manager/Chief, Paramedic Services Date: Page 158 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 18 of 22 APPENDIX 1 – TIERED RESPONSE CRITERIA TILLSONBURG FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES Tiered Response Criteria TIER TYPE OF CALL If EMS RESPONSE GREATER THAN CODE PRIORITY 1 NO Abdominal Pain 0 Minutes Select Code 2 NO Allergy Reaction 0 Minutes Select Code 3 NO Back Pain 0 Minutes Select Code 4 NO Behavioral Problems 0 Minutes Select Code 5 NO Bleeding (Non-Traumatic) 0 Minutes Select Code 6 NO Bleeding in Pregnancy 0 Minutes Select Code 7 NO Breathing Problems 0 Minutes Select Code 8 NO Burns 0 Minutes Select Code 9 YES Cardiac Arrest / VSA 0 Minutes Code 4 10 NO Chest Pain / Heart Problem 0 Minutes Select Code 11 NO Child Birth / Labour 0 Minutes Select Code 12 YES Choking 0 Minutes Code 4 13 NO Convulsions/Seizure 0 Minutes Select Code 14 NO Diabetic Problem 0 Minutes Select Code 15 NO Electrocution 0 Minutes Select Code 16 NO Environmental Exposure - Heat 0 Minutes Select Code 17 NO Environmental Exposure - Cold 0 Minutes Select Code Page 159 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 19 of 22 18 NO Eye Problems 0 Minutes Select Code 19 NO Falls 0 Minutes Select Code 20 NO Generally Unwell 0 Minutes Select Code 21 NO Headache 0 Minutes Select Code 22 NO Inhalation 0 Minutes Select Code 23 YES MVC – Enclosed Seating 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 24 YES MVC – Exposed Seating 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 25 YES MVC – Person Struck 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 26 YES MVC – Unknown Details 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 27 NO Near Drowning 0 Minutes Select Code 28 NO Overdose 0 Minutes Select Code 29 NO Stroke / CVA 0 Minutes Select Code 30 NO Trauma (Blunt) / Assault 0 Minutes Select Code 31 NO Trauma (Penetrating) / Wound 0 Minutes Select Code 32 YES Unconscious /Decreased Consciousness 0 Minutes Code 4 33 NO Unknown 0 Minutes Select Code 34 YES Code 4 and 3 Farm Accidents 35 YES Code 4 and 3 Industrial Accidents CACC use only: Response Plan Name: Revised: 14APR16 Page 160 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 20 of 22 APPENDIX 1 - TIERED RESPONSE CRITERIA Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Terry Saelens Title: Fire Chief Date: Oxford County Paramedic Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Paramedic Services Chief Date: Page 161 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 21 of 22 APPENDIX 2 – QUALITY ASSURANCE It is recognized that the quality assurance requirements will need to be reviewed regularly to ensure that the needs of all Parties are being met and in fulfillment of the terms of this Agreement. Data Requirements Data will be provided to Oxford County Paramedic Services as described in this Agreement. The minimum data required are to be captured in a form mutually agreed to by the Parties. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide Call Reports to Oxford County Paramedic Services within 2 weeks of a call. Call Report Audits Oxford County Paramedic Services will audit all calls where a Call Report is received by Oxford County Paramedic Services using a standardized audit tool. The results of a call audit will be available no later than five weeks following the commencement of the audit. The Parties agree to the following process: a) Oxford County Paramedic Services will issue individual case feedback forms when clarification is required. b) Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will make reasonable efforts to encourage a response within 2 weeks of receipt. c) An additional 2 weeks may be added where the Firefighters are reasonably unavailable to complete the request, or where it is likely that the feedback form was not received. Report Requirements Oxford County Paramedic Services will provide the following minimum reports to Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. If additional reports are required they will be negotiated and appended to this Agreement: a) Call Report Audit reports Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Terry Saelens Title: Fire Chief Date: Oxford County Paramedic Services Signature:________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Paramedic Services Chief Date: Page 162 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 22 of 22 APPENDIX 3 – LIFT ASSIST GUIDELINE The Parties agree the following procedure will be used when Oxford County Paramedic Services requires the assistance of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to provide assistance in the extrication of Patients: When an on-scene paramedic crew requires assistance for the extrication of any Patient triaged as SCA, CTAS 1 or 2: a) A second paramedic crew will be responded to provide assistance, AND b) If not already tiered, the local Fire Departments should respond without delay. When an on-scene paramedic crew requires assistance for the extrication of a non- bariatric Patient triaged as CTAS 3, 4, or 5: a) A second paramedic crew will be responded to provide assistance, OR b) If second paramedic crew cannot respond within 15 minutes to provide assistance, the Fire Department will respond to provide assistance. When an on-scene paramedic crew requires assistance for the extrication of a bariatric Patient triaged as CTAS 3, 4, or 5: a) If not already tiered, the local Fire Departments should respond without delay. b) Notify the on-duty Superintendent to discuss additional resources that may be required. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Terry Saelens Title: Fire Chief Date: Oxford County Paramedic Services Signature:________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Paramedic Services Chief Date: Page 163 of 816 Report Title Downtown Accessible Parking Improvements Report No. OPS 19-26 Author Kevin De Leebeeck, P.Eng. Director of Operations Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments On-Street Broadway Accessible Spaces Off-Street Municipal Parking Lot Accessible Spaces Page 1 / 6 RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-26 Downtown Accessible Parking Improvements; AND THAT By-Law 4312 to amend By-Law 3701, being a by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the Town of Tillsonburg be brought forward for Council’s consideration. BACKGROUND The Downtown Parking and Accessibility Study approved by Council at their May 14th 2018 meeting identified the need to increase the supply of off-street accessible parking within the Downtown Municipal Parking Lot system as well as the need to co-locate the on-street accessible parking along Broadway. This project was subsequently included in the 2019 Operations Services Business Plan and received funding support as part of the finalized 2019 capital budget. An amendment to the Town’s Traffic By-law is required in order to proceed with these works. SUMMARY On-Street Parking Currently, all accessible on-street parking spaces along Broadway are located at either the beginning or end of the angled parking lane. The Downtown Parking and Accessibility Study recommended relocating the existing accessible on-street parking spaces to a midblock configuration as illustrated in Figure 1. This strategy optimizes the access aisle as each aisle serves two accessible parking spaces rather than one. Additionally, drivers can strategically target either parking space depending on the vehicle side the person with accessible needs is sitting. Based on industry best practices and on public feedback received during the Study, a curb ramp is recommended to be implemented for each pair of midblock on-street accessible parking spaces. With this strategy, 14 accessible on-street parking spaces would be provided along Broadway between Bridge Street to the north and Baldwin Street to the south, compared to the existing 5 spaces. This strategy would also satisfy the Broadway on-street accessible parking requests discussed with the Accessibility Advisory Committee during the Study. Page 164 of 816 Page 2 / 6 Due to dimensioning, 3 general parking spaces are anticipated to be lost for each pair of accessible parking spaces (21 general parking spaces lost in total). However, the 5 existing accessible on-street spaces would be converted to general parking, resulting in a net loss of 16 general parking spaces. Considering the peak on-street parking demand observed along Broadway during the Study and the 10-year parking demand forecasted growth, no operational issues are anticipated from the parking supply loss. Figure 1: Proposed On-Street Accessible Parking Configuration The proposed midblock accessible parking space configuration offers the following benefits: Each access aisle serves two accessible parking spaces rather than one. Drivers can strategically target either parking space depending on the vehicle side the person with accessible needs is sitting. Provides the requested curb ramp. Addresses existing snow clearing issues by relocating accessible spaces to midblock. Off-Street Parking Currently the off-street accessible parking spaces within the Downtown Municipal Parking Lot system are insufficient when compared to the Town’s Zoning By-law requirements which are consistent with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) as follows: 1 to 12 general parking spaces require 1 accessible space; 13 to 100 general parking spaces requires 4% of total parking spaces to be accessible; 101 to 200 general parking spaces require 1 parking space, plus 3% of total parking spaces to be accessible; 201 to 1000 general parking spaces require 2 parking spaces, plus 2% of total parking spaces to be accessible; and 1001+ general parking spaces require 11 parking spaces, plus 1% of total parking spaces to be accessible. Page 165 of 816 Page 3 / 6 The accessible parking provisions within the Town’s Zoning By-law also specify that an even number of Type A and Type B accessible parking spaces must be provided with an extra Type B space provided if an odd number of accessible parking spaces is required. Schedule C3 of Zoning By-law 3295 below, illustrates the Type A and Type B accessible parking standard. Figure 2: Zoning By-law Schedule C-3 Accessible Parking Standard A summary of current accessible parking supply and accessible parking required is summarized in Table 1 and indicates an overall accessible parking supply deficiency of 33 spaces across the Downtown Municipal Parking Lot system. The suggested additional accessible parking space locations are based on anticipated trip destinations, the Tillsonburg Central Area Design Study and through further discussions with the Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board and the Accessible Advisory Committee (AAC). Due to the dimensioning of accessible parking spaces a loss of 50 general parking spaces from the current 1,615 of available general parking spaces in the Downtown Municipal Parking Lot system is anticipated to accommodate an additional 35 accessible parking spaces resulting in a total net loss of 15 parking spaces. Based on the results of the off-street parking demand surveys conducted as part of the Study and the 10-year parking demand forecasted growth, no operational issues are anticipated as a result of the parking supply loss. Page 166 of 816 Page 4 / 6 Table 1: Off-Street Accessible Parking Summary Downtown Municipal Parking Lot Total General Parking Spaces Current Accessible Parking Supply Required Accessible Parking Surplus / Deficient Suggested Location Map Reference Lot 1A 88 3 4 -1 Space closest to Town Centre Mall entrance Lot 2A 170 7 7 0 - Lot 3A 106 0 5 -5 North aisle adjacent to Ridout Street Lot 4A 48 0 2 -2 East aisle adjacent to Harvey Street Lot 5A 29 2 2 0 - Lot 6A 283 4 8 -4 North aisle closest to Canadian Tire entrance Lot 7A 235 8 7 1 - Lot 8A 97 0 4 -4 East aisle adjacent to Lisgar Avenue Lot 9A 113 2 5 -3 North aisle closes to the United Church’s entrance Lot 10A 54 0 3 -3 South aisle adjacent to Brock Street Lot 11A 21 2 1 1 - Lot 1B 61 2 3 -1 East aisle adjacent to Fox Alley closest to Library Lane Lot 2B 57 1 3 -2 Adjacent to existing accessible space Lot 3B 78 0 4 -4 Lot’s southeast corner and southwest corner Lot 4B 74 1 3 -2 North aisle closest to Around the Corner Variety Lot 5B 48 0 2 -2 South aisle closest to Fox Alley Lot 6B 53 0 2 -2 North aisle closest to Fox Alley Total 65 -33 Current Total 1,615 32 Current Grand Total 1,647 Proposed Total 1,565 67 Proposed Grand Total 1,632 Page 167 of 816 Page 5 / 6 CONSULTATION / COMMUNICATION Both the Business Improvement Area Board of Management and the Accessibility Advisory Committee were consulted during the development of the Study, with further consultation in May 2019. Both are in support of the proposed accessible parking improvements in the Downtown. FUNDING IMPACT/ FUNDING SOURCE The 2019 capital budget included an allocation of $30,000 from the Downtown Parking Reserve to facilitate the co-location of on-street accessible parking spaces along Broadway. The cost associated with painting and sign installation of the recommended off-street Municipal Parking Lot accessible parking spaces can be accommodated within the Public Works operating budget for the downtown parking lot system. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT Implementation of sufficient accessible parking within the Downtown supports Goal 3.3 of the Community Strategic Plan by supporting the aging population and active senior citizenship Goal 4.3 by improving mobility and promoting environmentally sustainable living. Page 168 of 816 Page 6 / 6 Report Approval Details Document Title: OPS 19-26 Downtown Accessibile Parking Improvements.docx Attachments: - OPS 19-26 Attachment 1 - On-Street Broadway Accessible Spaces.pdf - OPS 19-26 Attachment 2 - Off-Street Municipal Parking Lot Accessible Spaces.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 4, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - May 31, 2019 - 3:08 PM David Calder - Jun 2, 2019 - 10:26 AM Donna Wilson - Jun 4, 2019 - 11:15 AM Page 169 of 816 CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRETOWN OF TILLSONBURGENGINEERING SERVICESPage 170 of 816 CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRETOWN OF TILLSONBURGENGINEERING SERVICESPage 171 of 816 CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRETOWN OF TILLSONBURGENGINEERING SERVICESPage 172 of 816 CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRETOWN OF TILLSONBURGENGINEERING SERVICESPage 173 of 816 Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 1A §SCALE:1:400 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:1A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 89Accessible Spaces: 3 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 91 88 4 91 Page 174 of 816 Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 2A §SCALE:1:450 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:2A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 169Accessible Spaces: 8 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 177 169 8 177 Page 175 of 816 Proposed Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 3A §SCALE:1:500 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:3A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 106Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 106 99 5 104 Page 176 of 816 Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 4A §SCALE:1:250 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:4A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 48Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 48 45 2 47 Page 177 of 816 Municipal Parking Lot 5A §SCALE:1:250 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:5A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 29Accessible Spaces: 2 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 31 29 2 31 Page 178 of 816 Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 6A §SCALE:1:1,000 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:6A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 283Accessible Spaces: 4 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 287 277 8 285 Page 179 of 816 Municipal Parking Lot 7A §SCALE:1:600 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:7A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 235Accessible Spaces: 8 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 243 235 8 243 Page 180 of 816 Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 8A §SCALE:1:450 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:8A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 97Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 97 91 4 95 Page 181 of 816 Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 9A §SCALE:1:600 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:9A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 113Accessible Spaces: 2 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 115 99 5 114 Page 182 of 816 Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 10A §SCALE:1:250 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:10A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 54Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 54 50 3 53 Page 183 of 816 Municipal Parking Lot 11A §SCALE:1:250 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:11A Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 21Accessible Spaces: 2 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 23 21 2 23 Page 184 of 816 Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 1B §SCALE:1:300 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:1B Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 61Accessible Spaces: 2 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 63 60 3 63 Page 185 of 816 Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 2B §SCALE:1:250 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:2B Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 57Accessible Spaces: 1 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 58 54 3 57 Page 186 of 816 Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 3B §SCALE:1:350 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:3B Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 78Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 78 72 4 76 Page 187 of 816 Proposed Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 4B §SCALE:1:500 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:4B Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 74Accessible Spaces: 1 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 75 71 3 74 Page 188 of 816 Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 5B §SCALE:1:500 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:5B Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 48Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 48 45 2 47 Page 189 of 816 Proposed Proposed Municipal Parking Lot 6B §SCALE:1:550 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG OPERATIONS SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 20 SPRUCE ST, TILLSONBURG, ON, N4G 4Y5 Parking Lot:6B Existing Accessible Spaces General Spaces: 40Accessible Spaces: 0 Existing Proposed Total Spaces: 40 37 2 39 Page 190 of 816 Report Title Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan Report No. OPS 19-27 Author Kevin De Leebeeck, P.Eng. Director of Operations Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan Page 1 / 4 RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-27 Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan; AND THAT Council request Oxford County support the implementation and on-going sustainability of the Town’s Inter-Community Transportation Program; AND THAT Council request the future role of the Tillsonburg Regional Airport be expanded upon within the Draft Transportation Master Plan; AND FURTHER THAT Council request Oxford County provide an annual financial contribution in the amount of $150,000 to support the only municipally owned major Airport in Oxford County; AND FURTHER THAT this report be forwarded to Oxford County Council for consideration. BACKGROUND In the Fall of 2016 Oxford County initiated an update to the 2009 Transportation Master Plan to help guide transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years. The study looked to: Identify existing and future transportation deficiencies, considering travel demand and supply for various modes of travel throughout the County; Identify rural and urban transportation issues; Assess strategic transportation service options for roads and other modes of travel; Consider transportation demand management strategies aimed at promoting alternative modes of transportation; Develop a transportation strategy to address population and employment growth over the next 20 years; and Develop a practical and financially achievable implementation plan that supports economic and environmental sustainability while achieving the mobility need of the County. Page 191 of 816 Page 2 / 4 SUMMARY The 2019 Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan is a strategic planning document that outlines and defines the policies, programs and infrastructure modifications needed to manage both existing and anticipated transportation demands for the next 20 years. To help balance the increased demands on the transportation network as a result of population and employment growth, a 4% reduction in the auto/single driver transportation mode has been targeted with corresponding increases in the active transportation mode (2%) and the bus/rail public transit mode (2%) of transportation. To achieve this transportation mode share shift, the Draft Transportation Master Plan identifies investment in the following four key strategies: Road Network Strategy Active Transportation Strategy People and Goods Movement Strategy Transportation System Sustainability and New Technology Strategy Under the People and Goods Movement Strategy an initiative of developing and implementing an inter-community bus service network is identified. The Draft Transportation Master Plan Implementation Program (Table 9.1) identifies that Oxford County should, in partnership with provincial/federal governments and local municipalities, support the development and implementation of an inter-community bus network. Figure 7.2 of the Draft Transportation Master Plan illustrates the proposed inter-community bus service network for Oxford County which closely resembles Route 1 and Route 4 of the Town’s Inter-Community Transportation Pilot Project. Therefore it seems reasonable at this time, that Town Council request support (i.e. staffing resources, financial contribution, capital investment etc.) from Oxford County to assist with the implementation and on-going sustainability of the Towns Inter-Community Transportation Program. Unfortunately, the Draft Transportation Master Plan only references the existence of the Tillsonburg Regional Airport and does not provide any linkage to the future role that the Airport could provide under the People and Goods Movement Strategy over the next 20 year planning horizon, especially considering the multi-modal transportation hub opportunity given the size of the Airport and its proximity to rail and the provincial highway system. Therefore, it seems reasonable that Town Council request that the Draft Transportation Master Plan be revised to expand upon the Airports future role within Oxford County as well as requesting annual upper- tier financial support for the only municipally owned major Airport in Oxford County. CONSULTATION / COMMUNICATION Public Consultation Centre’s (PCC’s) were held at two distinct stages during the study period. The initial PCC’s were held in April 2017 to present existing conditions (transportation network, travel patterns, etc.) and key considerations of the Draft Transportation Master Plan. The second set of PCC’s were held in September 2018 to seek Public feedback and input on the Draft Transportation Master Plan summary report, including key strategies and implementation initiatives. The PCC’s were held at the following locations: Page 192 of 816 Page 3 / 4 Future Oxford Expo (Woodstock) – April 20, 2017 Tillsonburg Community Centre – April 26, 2017 Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show (Woodstock) – September 12, 2018 Drumbo Fall Fair – September 22, 2018 In addition, feedback was obtained through the Speak Up, Oxford web portal, online surveys and through Town participation as a member of the Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee. The 2019 Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan was presented to County Council on April 24, 2019 with Notice of the 30-day public review period issued on May 15, 2019 requesting all written comments be provided to Oxford County by June 17, 2019. A copy of the Draft Transportation Master Plan has since been provided to the Tillsonburg Transit Advisory Committee on May 21, 2019 and Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee on May 23, 2019 for their review and comment. At the time of authoring this report no committee comment has been received. FUNDING IMPACT/ FUNDING SOURCE The costs associated with the implementation of the Draft Transportation Master Plan by Oxford County will, in part, be reflected through the County’s levy assessed to Tillsonburg and area municipality’s property tax payers. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT In general, the Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan supports community connectivity and is supported by the Town Community Strategic Plan under Goal 3.3 to support the aging population and active senior citizenship and under Goal 4.3 to improve mobility and promote environmentally sustainable living. Page 193 of 816 Page 4 / 4 Report Approval Details Document Title: OPS 19-27 Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan.docx Attachments: - OPS 19-27 Attachment 1 - Oxford County Draft Transportation Master Plan.pdf Final Approval Date: Jun 3, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - May 31, 2019 - 3:18 PM David Calder - Jun 2, 2019 - 10:27 AM Donna Wilson - Jun 3, 2019 - 8:12 AM Page 194 of 816 Oxford County 2019 Transportation Master Plan April 2019 ©Walter Pfefferle, Railpast ©Walter Pfefferle, Railpast DRAFTPage 195 of 816 Page 196 of 816 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited Project Number 161190 April 2019 Client Oxford County 21 Reeve Street Woodstock ON N4S 7Y3 Client Contact Frank Gross Consultant Project Team Stew Elkins, BES, MITE Jill Juhlke, Dipl. 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Page 197 of 816 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited Page 198 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page i Executive Summary Introduction The County of Oxford Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is a strategic planning document that outlines and defines the policies, programs and infrastructure modifications needed to manage anticipated transportation demands to the year 2038 and beyond. The plan represents an update to the 2009 TMP and builds on the foundation set by several key documents including, but not limited to: Oxford County Official Plan (1995, as amended); Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan (2015); Oxford County Phase One Comprehensive Review (2019); Oxford County Asset Management Plan (2017) Oxford County Road Needs Study (2015); Oxford County Bridge Needs Study (2018); 100% Renewable Energy Plan (2016); Oxford County Trails Master Plan (2014); New Directions (Advancing Southwestern Ontario’s Public Transportation Opportunities) (2016); Empowering Ontario’s Short Line Railways (2017); SouthwestLynx: Integrated High-Performance Public Transportation for Southwestern Ontario (2018), and Steel Corridors of Opportunity: Maximizing the Benefit of Southwestern Ontario’s Freight Railways (2018). The TMP is a multi-modal plan focusing on all modes of transportation including walking, cycling, public transportation (i.e. transit, intercommunity bus, commuter rail), automobiles, motorcycles, etc. The TMP also supports provisions for freight/goods movement, agricultural mobility, corridor access management and low carbon transportation. Plan Development Preparation of the TMP followed the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Master Plan process. The TMP serves to satisfy Phases 1 (identify the problem) and 2 (identify alternative solutions to the problem) of the five-phase Municipal Class EA planning and design process. Project-specific investigations may be required to satisfy the Municipal Class EA requirements (Phases 3 & 4) before implementation of each individual project (i.e. Schedule C Class EA Studies). Page 199 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page ii The projects identified in the TMP are subject to the applicable policies outlined in the Lake Erie and Thames-Sydenham and Region Source Protection Plan. For the project specific Class EA studies that will be completed for any Schedule B and C projects identified in the TMP, the Project File reports/Environmental Study Reports will have to identify and describe the specific source protection policies that apply to those projects. In keeping with the principles of environmental assessment, the development of the new TMP included a comprehensive and inclusive consultative process involving the residents, businesses and stakeholders of the County and its Municipalities; representatives of County and Area Municipal staff; agencies of the Provincial and adjacent Municipal governments; Conservation Authorities; Indigenous Communities; and other interest groups. Existing and Future Conditions The County of Oxford provides a transportation network serving commuter, recreational and commercial goods movement. The network within the County is primarily comprised of road right-of-ways (sidewalks, on-road cycling facilities, and general travel lanes), with some off-road active transportation routes (trails and pathways). This County system is supplemented by a broader transportation network of Local Roads (under the jurisdiction of the Area Municipalities), Provincial Highways, local transit (Woodstock Transit, TGo) interregional transit (Via Rail, Greyhound) services. Goods movement within the County is facilitated by the existing road network and rail system. The Tillsonburg Regional Airport accommodates private commercial planes, EMS, and Canadian Military. The existing County travel patterns were derived through a review of the 2016 Journey to Work data from Census Canada, the most current available information regarding home to work trips. Like many municipalities, most trips by County residents are currently made by personal automobile. As shown in Figure ES.1, single auto driver and transportation demand management (through carpooling and work from home) comprise 93% of all trips. Walking, bus/rail transit, cycling and other modes make up the remaining portion of trips. Page 200 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page iii FIGURE ES.1: EXISTING TRANSPORTATION MODE SHARE Future demand on the County’s transportation network is expected to increase as the County grows. Recent forecasts indicate the County’s population will increase 27% over the next 20 years, and the County’s employment base will increase 21% over the same period. Analyses were conducted to review the impact of the forecast population and employment increase on Oxford’s transportation network. This anticipated growth was factored into the transportation network based on population and employment growth forecasts, land use and future development patterns, collision data, existing road network and traffic conditions, origin-destination surveys and trip generation/travel demand estimation. A screenline and link capacity analysis was completed to assess the current and future conditions, including level of service on County Roads and road network capacity constraints. Figure ES.2 summarizes the work trip origins and destinations for Oxford County residents. The charts indicate the majority of residents are located in Woodstock and approximately 73% of residents work within the County. The remaining 23% of residents commute to other municipalities. Figure ES.3 details the origins and destinations for work trips into Oxford County. Of note, 80% of inbound commuting trips from neighbouring jurisdictions are destined for the urban centres of Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg. The remaining 20% of inbound commuting trips are destined for the five townships within the County. Page 201 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page iv FIGURE ES.2: COUNTY RESIDENT TRIP ORIGINS AND DESTINATIONS FIGURE ES.3: INBOUND TRIP ORIGINS AND DESTINATIONS Woodstock36% Ingersoll12%Tillsonburg12% Other five townships40% County Resident Trip Origins Woodstock34% Ingersoll10% Tillsonburg9% Other five townships 18% Outside Oxford County29% County Resident Trip Destinations Woodstock38% Ingersoll22% Tillsonburg20% Other five townships20% Inbound Trip Destinations Elgin County17% Region of Waterloo8% Middlesex County34% Brant County11% Haldimand and Norfolk County18% Other 12% Inbound Trip Origins Page 202 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page v Vision and Goals The TMP defines the transportation vision for the County, to focus on addressing the County’s mobility needs in an effective, responsible and sustainable manner: Through 2019 to 2038, Oxford County will be supported by a safe, efficient and sustainable multi-modal transportation network which moves people and goods into and through the County while improving the quality of life for Oxford’s current and future generations. The transportation vision is supported by the following goals: Provide and support multimodal choices for commuters including sustainable modes of travel such as public transit, passenger rail, walking and cycling, in order to further reduce reliance on single occupant vehicle commuter trips; Advocate and promote the foundational development of an integrated passenger rail and intercommunity bus transportation system (“SouthwestLynx”) that would enhance the connection of residents in small urban/rural Southwestern Ontario to each other, larger urban centres, work, social services and shopping, recreation and entertainment activities; Integrate transportation facilities within the County with services provided by Area Municipalities, adjacent municipalities and provincial/federal government; Minimize conflict between through-traffic and local traffic by refining the designation of local, County and Provincial roads that move people and goods throughout the County safely and efficiently; Maintain and improve the functionality of the County transportation network by maximizing the existing network and underutilized links as well as identifying and making provision for necessary improvements over time; and Promote an integrated and effective strategic goods movement strategy that considers all forms of goods movement (including surface, rail, aggregate and agricultural) and explores the potential for an intermodal terminal. Page 203 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page vi Strategic Objectives The key strategic objectives of the TMP are to: Maximize the use of existing transportation infrastructure; Promote transportation demand management measures (carpooling, work-from-home, etc.); Expand active transportation facilities (walking, cycling, etc.); and Advocate and support the development of an inter-regional public transportation system implementation plan for an integrated intercommunity bus network and an enhanced passenger commuter rail service (within existing railway corridors), as identified within the “SouthwestLynx” Report and in partnership with provincial/federal governments, municipalities, and motor coach industry. To achieve these strategic objectives, the County is targeting a 4% mode share reduction in peak hour single occupant vehicle trips over the next 20 years as shown in Figure ES.4 in order to manage the future demands on the transportation network. Use of sustainable modes of travel including active transportation (walking, cycling) and public transit (local and interregional transit, commuter rail), along with sustained use of transportation demand management (i.e. carpooling, work from home, etc,), will serve to support this target goal. FIGURE ES.4: TRANSPORTATION MODE SHARE TARGET (2038) Page 204 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page vii Public Engagement In keeping with the principles of the Environmental Assessment process, the TMP featured a high degree of public and stakeholder involvement. The following summarizes the public announcements and opportunities for public and agency input and participation in the study: Notice of Study Commencement in September 2016; Two public opinion surveys, to understand the transportation needs and concerns of County residents (Spring 2017), and to provide input on the Draft Summary Report (Fall 2018). Both surveys were available online and at the consultation events; News releases, radio ads, and social media posts; Four public pop-up public consultation events at the Future Oxford Expo (Woodstock) and Tillsonburg Community Centre (April 2017) and Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show (Woodstock) and Drumbo Fall Fair (October 2018); Updates and references to the study through the Oxford County website and “Speak-Up Oxford”; Oxford County 2019 Budget Survey; and Three Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee (TMPAC) meetings with County staff, representatives from the Area Municipalities and community partners (Cycling Advisory Committee, Future Oxford, and Oxford County Trails Council) held in November 2016, April 2017 and October 2018. Agencies, stakeholders and Indigenous Communities were notified at key points in the study process and to fulfill the requirements of the Municipal Class EA process. They were encouraged to provide any information they felt was necessary for the Project Team to consider during the study. All comments received from agencies, stakeholders and Indigenous Communities were recorded and considered. Appendix D provides the complete record of public consultation for the TMP. Preferred Transportation Strategy to 2038 A number of alternative solutions to address future demands on the County’s transportation network were evaluated against environmental, social, economic and transportation service criteria. From this analysis, a preferred TMP strategy and implementation plan to 2038 was developed which includes, but is not limited to, the following initiatives: Page 205 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page viii Road Network Strategy • Ongoing implementation of Road Infrastructure Improvements (road widening/urbanization, intersection upgrades, bridge and culvert replacements, railway crossing enhancements, intersection feasibility studies, etc.); • Corridor Management policies to support County-wide Road Safety Strategy and Traffic Calming approach, Automated Speed Enforcement, and Updated Access Management Guidelines; and • Continued monitoring of the County road network to ensure adequate Traffic Control and Levels of Service are provided. Active Transportation Strategy • Infrastructure and policies to support Active Transportation (walking, cycling, etc.); • Ongoing provisions for wider asphalt platform (with edge line) for on-road cycling as part of regular road resurfacing programs, along with Share the Road signage installation; and • Development of a County-wide Cycling Master Plan. People and Goods Movement Strategy • People and Goods Movement initiatives including advocacy of an integrated Inter-Regional Public Transportation System (“SouthwestLynx” Plan) for intercommunity bus network and enhanced commuter rail service; and • Initiatives and policies to promote Transportation Demand Management (carpooling, telecommuting, flexible work hours, etc.), and • Ongoing infrastructure provisions to accommodate transport trucks and agricultural machinery while promoting accessibility and route connectivity. Transportation System Sustainability and New Technology Strategy • Ongoing implementation of Low Carbon Transportation and New Technology alternatives (electric vehicle charging stations, alternative fuel vehicles, roundabout intersection improvements, autonomous vehicles, etc.) This preferred TMP strategy to 2038 will serve to promote multi-modal mobility and the long-term sustainability of the overall transportation system. Table ES.1 summarizes the recommended strategies, policies and infrastructure improvements noted in the TMP. Page 206 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page ix Implementation The successful implementation of the TMP measures (as noted in Table ES.1) over the next 20 years will require that concurrent efforts be undertaken to achieve key strategies, including supportive land uses, and managing transportation demand and constructing the transportation infrastructure identified in the plan. A regular review of the TMP is proposed every five years. The County may amend the TMP in the intervening period to incorporate changes resulting from an Official Plan review process or other major initiatives. With implementation of the strategies and actions outlined within the TMP, the County is supporting a shift away from single-occupant auto trips and an increase in sustainable modes of travel and transportation systems. The implementation of the TMP further aligns with the County’s ongoing commitment to transitioning away from fossil fuels and to promoting low carbon transportation. Page 207 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Road Network Strategy Infrastructure Improvements Implement Annual Capital Program (Section 5.1)- Road Rehabilitation and Resurfacing - Guide Rail Installation - Crack Sealing - Rural/Urban Storm Sewer - Bridge & Culvert Rehabilitation/Replacement, Expansion and Design Projects Major Road Reconstruction: - Oxford Road 119 (from Oxford Road 10 to Oxford Road 7)*X - Oxford Road 16 (from 31st Line to Kintore)*X - Oxford Road 36 (from Oxford Road 29 to Township Road 5)*X Road Urbanization: - Oxford Road 3 (Princeton)*X - Oxford Road 9 (Ingersoll)*X - Oxford Road 22 / Oxford Road 8 (Bright)*X - Oxford Road 35 (Woodstock)*X - Oxford Road 59 (Burgesville)*X Undertake Intersection Upgrades / Improvements: - Oxford Road 59 and Juliana Drive*X - Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 36 (Roundabout)*X - Clarke Road & Harris Street*X - Oxford Road 15 & Ferguson Drive X - Oxford Road 59 & Lakeview Drive*X - Oxford Road 119 and Oxford Road 2*X - Oxford Road 13 / Oxford Road 46 / Oxford Road 59 X - Oxford Road 59 (intersections between Oxford Road 35 & Oxford Road 17)*X - Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 8*X - Oxford Road 9 and Oxford Road 2*X - Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 15 (Parkinson Drive)*X Consider Intersection Control Feasibility Studies: - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 15*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 17*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 35*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8*X - Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 16*X - Oxford Road 13 & Oxford Road 18*X - Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 36*X - Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 9*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 24*X Undertake Condition Assessment Studies: - Bridge Needs Study (OSIM)X X X X - Roads Needs Study X X X X - Retaining Wall Infrastructure X - Storm Infrastructure X X X X TABLE ES.1: TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM X X Page 208 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Road Network Strategy (cont'd) Undertake Class Environmental Assessment Studies: - Oxford Road 19*X - Trans Canada Trail Bridge over Ontario Southland Railway X - Oxford Road 4 Corridor Master Plan*X - Oxford Road 20 (Tillsonburg to Brownsville)*X - Oxford Road 22*X - Oxford Road 28*X - Oxford Road 14*X - Oxford Road 18*X - Oxford Road 36*X - Transportation Master Plan*X X X X Annual review of collision data to identify any areas of concern for consideration and prioritization in future road projects.X X X X * denotes projects that are all or in part related to new development/future growth Corridor Management Policies (Section 5.3) Review and update the County's Access Management Guidelines to reflect current road design standards and best practices.X Develop a County Wide Traffic Calming/Speed Management Policy to identify conditions where traffic management and traffic calming measures are warranted.X In partnership with the Area Municipalities, consider the potential implementation of automated speed enforcement, particularly in school zones and community safety zones. X Maintain the Emergency Detour Routing to facilitate safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the County; Collaborate with municipal partners and stakeholders to develop a Road Safety strategy that prioritizes safety for road users (motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and persons with mobility assisting devices). X Implement a Road Occupancy Permit process for all third-party undertakings within the County Right-of-Way.X Continue to maintain a detailed database of all collisions occurring in the County. Railway Crossings Enhancements (Section 5.4) Upgrade railway grade crossings (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities.X X X X Review railway grade separations (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities.X X X X Active Transportation Strategy Active Transportation Policies (Section 6.6) Update active transportation policies to include the following in addition to the existing policies: - Policies on active transportation (detailed as pedestrian and cycling) should be updated to further guide planning and encouragement of active transportation. - Continue with the program to provide a wider asphalt platform with edge line on rural roads as part of regular resurfacing programs and incorporate cycling facilities as part of any urban road reconstruction (2009 TMP). - Facilitate trail development and implementation in accordance with the Trails Master Plan. -Include property for active transportation routes with the land requirements for roads (where possible);. - Design active transportation routes based on the principles of accessibility, connectivity, continuity, directness of route, safety convenience and comfort. Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Ongoing Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Ongoing X Monitor and update as required Page 209 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Active Transportation Strategy (cont'd) Prepare a County-wide Cycling Master Plan in partnership with the Area Municipalities. *X Design all active transportation cycling infrastructure in accordance with OTM Book 18. Update Pedestrian Crossing Policy to Align with OTM Book 15.X People and Goods Movement Strategy People Movement (Section 7.1) In partnership with provincial/federal governments, municipalities and motor coach industry, support the development of an integrated public transportation system implementation plan for an Intercommunity Bus Network and an enhanced commuter rail service, as identified within the “SouthwestLynx” Report (2018). Carpool Lots (Section 7.2.3) Advocate for and support the development and maintenance of carpool lots along the Highway 401 and Highway 403 corridors with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and private land owners including: - Highway 401 at Oxford Road 29 (interchange 250). - Highway 401 at Towerline Road (interchange 236). - Highway 401 at Culloden Road (interchange 216). - Quality Inn (580 Bruin Boulevard, Woodstock). - Oxford Road 15 at Oxford Road 55. - Sobey’s Plaza (678 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg). - Travel Centres of America (TA) Truck Stop (535 Mill Street, Woodstock). Consider the installation of secure bike lockers at the carpool lots located within reasonable distance from residential areas to support first mile/last mile connectivity. Work From Home (Section 7.3) Consider engaging the business community and other participants through ongoing TDM marketing and education.X Support TDM measures for residents and businesses by providing TDM information on the County website.X Demonstrate leadership in sustainable transportation by promoting TDM initiatives (i.e. flexible work hours, telecommuting, work from home, etc.)X Goods Movement (Section 7.4) Explore options for provision of an intermodal terminal that is accessible to Class 1 and short line railways and well connected to the 400-series highways (ideally between the Highway 401/402 and Highway 401/403 junctions) and the existing arterial roadway network. Construct truck route roadways to arterial road specifications and provide adequate turning radii and turning lane storage to accommodate freights, aggregate and agricultural vehicles. Support the use of more fuel-efficient vehicles and options for alternative modes for deliveries. Provide adequate height and width under bridges when constructing new roads or undertaking road rehabilitation to facilitate existing rail services and transport trucks. Foster the formation of a Southwest Ontario rail corridor coalition to facilitate expansion of the region’s rail freight system as recommended in Steel Corridors of Opportunity report (2018). X Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Monitor and update every 5 years Ongoing Monitor and update as required Ongoing X Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Page 210 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 People and Goods Movement Strategy (cont'd) Multi-Modal Facility Opportunities (Section 7.5.3) Consideration should be given to exploring opportunities across the County for the development of centralized multi-modal facilities that connect multiple elements of the transportation network to one another. With the potential for high-performance rail service, connectivity among rail, transit, carpool lots and active transportation infrastructure should be maintained. This ensures users can access each mode of the system with one another. Sustainability and New Technology Strategy Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations (Section 8.2.1) Support the ongoing implementation of the network of EV charging stations recommended in the “Oxford County Feasibility Study: EVSE Data Mapping & Analysis in Support of Oxford County’s Electric Vehicle Accessibility Plan (EVAP)” report prepared by CUTRIC (Figure 8.1). Explore funding opportunities for the new EV charging stations through public funds, private funds or through public-private partnerships to reduce the County’s financial impact, as well as reducing the timeline for EVSE implementation. Consider the implementation of EV charging stations within official and unofficial carpool lots to encourage both electric vehicle and carpool use. Autonomous Vehicles (Section 8.2.2) Implement the autonomous vehicle (AV) network (Figure 8.2) to facilitate the testing of Level 3 to Level 5 autonomous vehicles as part of the Windsor to Ottawa network. Establishing a designated province-wide AV testing road network will provide a focused approach for AV manufacturers where they can consider enhanced mapping of the routes (#D laser scanning) and further testing and validation of wireless communication networks and technology. X Coordinate with the Area Municipalities to integrate the County AV network to the local (municipal) routes. The County has distributed the proposed AV routes to the Area Municipalities and requested they consider identifying routes within their communities that could potentially link to the County AV network, with the objective of establishing routes with a variety of conditions (i.e. gravel/paved surfaces, urban, rural, multi-lane, etc.). The County should facilitate a future workshop with the Area Municipalities for further discussion and collaboration. Continue to work with the MACAVO (through the Ontario Good Roads Association) on the development of a larger AVE road network serving Southwestern Ontario. This will help to ensure a focused approach and provide opportunities for the municipality to influence AV testing and implementation for local and regional benefits. Monitor and update as required Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Page 211 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page xi Contents 1 Introduction ............................................................... 1 1.1 Background ........................................................................................ 1 1.2 TMP Purpose and Objectives ............................................................ 3 1.3 TMP Process ....................................................................................... 5 1.4 Planning and Policy Framework ....................................................... 6 1.5 Community Engagement ................................................................... 7 1.6 Report Organization ........................................................................... 8 2 Existing Transportation Conditions ........................ 9 2.1 Road Network ..................................................................................... 9 2.1.1 Provincial Freeway Network ................................................................ 9 2.1.2 County Road Network .......................................................................... 9 2.1.3 Local Road Network ............................................................................. 9 2.2 Active Transportation Facilities ...................................................... 11 2.3 Other Transportation Infrastructure ............................................... 11 2.3.1 Public Transit ..................................................................................... 11 2.3.2 Rail Service ........................................................................................ 11 2.3.3 Freight Rail Lines ............................................................................... 14 2.3.4 Airports ............................................................................................... 14 2.4 Traffic Volumes & Operations ......................................................... 15 2.4.1 Base Year Traffic Volumes ................................................................ 15 2.4.2 Base Year Traffic Operations ............................................................. 18 2.5 Existing Population and Employment Statistics ........................... 20 2.6 Oxford County Travel Patterns ....................................................... 20 2.6.1 Home to Work Travel Patterns ........................................................... 20 2.6.2 Origin-Destination Survey .................................................................. 26 2.6.3 Mode Share ....................................................................................... 29 2.7 Collision History Data ...................................................................... 29 2.8 Development Applications .............................................................. 29 2.9 Railway Crossings ........................................................................... 31 2.9.1 Locations and Train Volume .............................................................. 31 2.9.2 Physical Condition Assessment ......................................................... 34 3 Future Transportation Needs ................................. 35 3.1 Future Population and Employment Statistics ............................. 35 3.1.1 Population Forecasts ......................................................................... 35 3.1.2 Employment Forecasts ...................................................................... 36 3.1.3 Land Use Forecasts ........................................................................... 37 3.2 Residential Development Trip Generation ..................................... 38 3.2.1 Mode Share Adjustments ................................................................... 39 3.3 Future Roadway Traffic Volumes ................................................... 40 3.3.1 Assessment of 2009 Model ................................................................ 40 3.3.2 Future Growth Forecasts ................................................................... 40 3.4 Future Intersection Analyses & Operations .................................. 41 3.4.1 2023 Traffic Operations ..................................................................... 41 3.4.2 2028 Traffic Operations ..................................................................... 42 Page 212 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page xii 3.4.3 2033 Traffic Operations ..................................................................... 45 3.4.4 2038 Traffic Operations ..................................................................... 45 3.4.5 Summary ............................................................................................ 49 3.5 Railway Crossing Future Analysis ................................................. 49 3.5.1 Warning System Assessment ............................................................ 49 3.5.2 Implications of the New Grade Crossing Regulations ........................ 51 4 Transportation Vision and Alternative Planning Strategies ................................................................. 53 4.1 Problem and Opportunity Statement ............................................. 53 4.2 Transportation Vision and Goals .................................................... 53 4.3 Alternative Planning Strategies ...................................................... 54 4.4 Evaluation of Alternative Solutions ................................................ 55 4.5 Preferred Transportation Strategy to 2038 .................................... 57 5 Road Network Strategy ........................................... 59 5.1 Infrastructure Improvements .......................................................... 59 5.2 Road Classification System ............................................................ 60 5.2.1 Review Existing Road Network and Classification System ................ 60 5.2.2 Development of Road Classification Criteria ..................................... 61 5.2.3 Summary of Road Classification Review ........................................... 64 5.3 Corridor Management Policies ....................................................... 64 5.4 Railway Crossings Enhancements ................................................. 65 6 Active Transportation Strategy .............................. 66 6.1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 66 6.2 Existing Policies, By-Laws and Facilities ...................................... 67 6.2.1 Bikeways ............................................................................................ 68 6.2.2 Cycling Facility Types ........................................................................ 69 6.2.3 Walkways ........................................................................................... 70 6.2.4 Walking (Pedestrian) Facility Types ................................................... 71 6.2.5 Oxford County Trails Master Plan ...................................................... 72 6.3 Active Transportation Strategy Policies ........................................ 72 6.3.1 Active Transportation Network Considerations .................................. 72 6.3.2 Active Transportation Implementation Policy ..................................... 74 7 People and Goods Movement Strategy................. 76 7.1 People Movement ............................................................................. 76 7.1.1 SouthwestLynx Plan .......................................................................... 77 7.1.2 Key Elements of the SouthwestLynx Plan ......................................... 82 7.2 Carpool Lots ..................................................................................... 84 7.2.1 Existing Carpool Lots ......................................................................... 84 7.2.2 Carpool Opportunities ........................................................................ 85 7.2.3 Multi-Modal Support at Carpool Lots ................................................. 85 7.3 Work From Home ............................................................................. 88 7.4 Goods Movement ............................................................................. 88 7.5 Multi-Modal Facilities ....................................................................... 90 7.5.1 Merits of Multi-Modal Facilities ........................................................... 90 Page 213 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page xiii 7.5.2 Challenges of Multi-Modal Facilities .................................................. 90 7.5.3 Multi-Modal Facility Opportunities ...................................................... 91 8 Sustainability and New Technology Strategy ....... 92 8.1 Sustainability Plan ........................................................................... 92 8.1.1 Low Carbon Transportation ............................................................... 92 8.1.2 100% Renewable Energy Plan .......................................................... 93 8.2 New Technology ............................................................................... 94 8.2.1 Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations ............................................ 94 8.2.2 Autonomous Vehicles ........................................................................ 97 8.2.3 Alternative Fuel Sources .................................................................... 99 8.3 Summary of Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation ........... 100 9 Implementation, Policy and Monitoring .............. 101 9.1 Use of the TMP ............................................................................... 101 9.2 TMP Implementation ...................................................................... 101 9.2.1 Timing and Priorities ........................................................................ 101 9.2.2 Potential Funding Sources ............................................................... 106 9.3 Future Environmental Assessment Requirements ..................... 106 9.4 Monitoring ....................................................................................... 106 9.5 Plan Review and Updates .............................................................. 107 10 Public and Stakeholder Consultation.................. 108 10.1 Program Overview ......................................................................... 108 10.2 Spring 2017 Public Engagement .................................................. 109 10.3 Fall 2018 Public Engagement ........................................................ 109 10.4 Advisory Committee ...................................................................... 110 10.5.1 Indigenous Communities ................................................................. 113 10.5.2 Agencies and Stakeholders ............................................................. 113 10.6 Public Comments ........................................................................... 113 10.7 2019 Budget Survey ....................................................................... 114 Page 214 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page xiv Appendices Appendix A Journey to Work Dataset Appendix B Preliminary Collision Data Analysis Appendix C TMP Implementation Program Appendix D Public and Stakeholder Consultation Materials Page 215 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page xv Figures Figure 1.1: Oxford County Overview Map ............................................... 2 Figure 1.2: Transportation Mode Share Target (2038) ........................... 4 Figure 2.1: Oxford County Road Network ............................................. 10 Figure 2.2: Oxford County Preferred On Road Cycling Routes .......... 12 Figure 2.3: Existing Transit Service – City of Woodstock ................... 13 Figure 2.4: 2016 Population Distribution .............................................. 21 Figure 2.5: Existing (2016) Work Trip Destination by Oxford County Residents with Fixed Place of Work ................................... 23 Figure 2.6: Existing (2016) Origin of Work Trips to Oxford County by Non-Residents ...................................................................... 24 Figure 2.7: Existing (2016) Work Trip Destination in Oxford County . 25 Figure 2.8: Existing (2017) Origin-Destination Survey Locations ...... 28 Figure 2.9: Existing (2016) Transportation Mode Share ...................... 30 Figure 2.10: County Road Rail Crossings ............................................... 32 Figure 7.1: Proposed Inter-Community Bus Service (Southwestern Ontario) ................................................................................. 78 Figure 7.2: Proposed Inter-Community Bus Service (Oxford County) .................................................................................. 79 Figure 7.3: Proposed High-Performance Rail Corridors ..................... 80 Figure 7.4: The SouthwestLynx Plan ..................................................... 81 Figure 7.5: Official, Conversion Candidates and Recommended Carpool Lots ......................................................................... 87 Figure 8.1: Recommended County-Wide Electric Vehicle Charging Station Locations ................................................................. 96 Figure 8.2: Proposed County-Wide Autonomous Vehicle Network.... 98 Page 216 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page xvi Tables Table 2.1: Traffic Count Locations ....................................................... 16 Table 2.2: Vehicle Level of Service Definitions ................................... 18 Table 2.3: Existing Traffic Operations ................................................. 19 Table 2.4: Population and Employment Growth 2001-2016 ............... 20 Table 2.5: Origin-Destination Survey Locations ................................. 27 Table 2.6: Daily Railway Crossing Train Volume ................................ 33 Table 3.1: Population Forecasts (2019 – 2038) ................................... 36 Table 3.2: Employment Forecasts (2019 – 2038) ................................ 37 Table 3.3: Estimated Trip Generation (County-Wide) ......................... 38 Table 3.4: Transportation Mode Share Targets 2023 to 2038 ............ 39 Table 3.5: Area Municipality Growth Forecasts .................................. 41 Table 3.6: 2023 Traffic Operations Summary ...................................... 43 Table 3.7: 2028 Traffic Operations Summary ...................................... 44 Table 3.8: 2033 Traffic Operations Summary ...................................... 47 Table 3.9: 2038 Traffic Operations Summary ...................................... 48 Table 3.10: Railway Crossing Standards ............................................... 50 Table 4.1: Evaluation Criteria and Measures ...................................... 55 Table 4.2: MAE Matrix Evaluation of TMP Alternatives ...................... 56 Table 5.1: Road Rationalizaiton Criteria Weights ............................... 61 Table 9.1: Transportation Master Plan Implementation Program ... 102 Page 217 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 1 1 Introduction 1.1 Background Oxford County is an upper tier municipality in a partnership-oriented, two-tier system of municipal government made up of eight Area Municipalities with an aggregate population of 110,862 (2016 Census). Located at the crossroads of Highway 401 and Highway 403, in the heart of southwestern Ontario, the County has been experiencing continued growth in residential, commercial and industrial land uses over the last several decades. The County includes one of Ontario’s richest areas for agricultural farmland. Agriculture is a key industry that serves as a springboard for some of the sustainable industries that are steadily diversifying the local economy. Oxford County also offers a thriving local arts, culture and culinary community, as well as conservation parks, natural areas and more than 100 kilometres of scenic trails. The County comprises eight lower tier Area Municipalities, including the City of Woodstock, Town of Ingersoll, Town of Tillsonburg, Township of Zorra, Township of East Zorra-Tavistock, Township of Blandford-Blenheim, Township of South-West Oxford and the Township of Norwich. The County completed its last Transportation Master Plan (TMP) in 2009 and is now updating the 2009 TMP in the light of continuing growth and the emphasis on achieving sustainable community growth. In September 2015, the County and the eight Area Municipalities adopted the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan. The Community Sustainability Plan includes the following principle transportation goals: Develop accessible intercommunity transportation options to reduce reliance on personal automobile ownership; and Move away from Fossil Fuels and encourage low-carbon transportation. The County has retained Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited (Paradigm) to carry out the task of updating its TMP. The purpose of the new TMP and the process for achieving it are provided by the Terms of Reference, as summarized herein. Figure 1.1 provides an overview map of Oxford County. Page 218 of 816 Oxford County Overview Map Figure 1.1161190 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Source: www.openstreetmap.org Page 219 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 3 1.2 TMP Purpose and Objectives The intended purpose of the new TMP is consistent with the transportation goals of the Community Sustainability Plan and the County Official Plan, and includes the following components: Identify existing and future levels of travel demand throughout the County; Determine the transportation infrastructure required to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and services; Achieve effective integration of transportation planning, growth management and land use planning to develop a Transportation Strategy that accommodates growth and change to 2038, and that effectively supports land use objectives as defined in County Official Plan; Provide a practical and financially achievable implementation plan that supports economic, social, and environmental sustainability while achieving the mobility needs; Develop policies and guidelines for different modes of travel including road, rail, transit, commercial vehicles, personal vehicles, cycling and pedestrian; Ensure compliance with the Environmental Assessment Act (EA Act) by fulfilling the requirements of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process; Minimize conflict between non-local and local traffic by defining a hierarchy of roads within the County that moves people and goods throughout the County efficiently; Improve the functionality of the County transportation network by identifying and making provision for necessary improvements over time; Provide a safe, convenient and aesthetically pleasing pedestrian environment, where the County road system forms part of a designated Village, Serviced Village or Large Urban Centres; and Improve the integration of transportation facilities within the County with services provided by Area Municipalities, adjacent municipalities, and senior levels of government. The TMP supports planning for a multi-modal environment, focusing on walking, cycling, public transportation (i.e. local transit, intercommunity bus, commuter rail), automobiles and motorcycles. The TMP also supports provisions for freight/goods movement, agricultural mobility, corridor access management and low carbon transportation. Page 220 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 4 The key strategic objectives of the TMP are to: Maximize the use of existing transportation infrastructure; Promote transportation demand management (TDM) measures (carpooling, work-from-home, etc); Expand active transportation facilities (walking, cycling); and Advocate and support the development of an inter-regional public transportation system implementation plan for an integrated intercommunity bus network and an enhanced passenger commuter rail service (within existing railway corridors), as identified within the “SouthwestLynx” Report and in partnership with provincial/federal governments, municipalities, and motor coach industry. To achieve these strategic objectives, the County is targeting a 4% mode share reduction in peak hour single occupant vehicle trips over the next 20 years in order to manage the future demand on the transportation network. Use of sustainable modes of travel including active transportation (walking, cycling) and public transit (local and interregional transit, commuter rail) along with transportation demand management (i.e. carpooling, work from home, etc.) will serve to support this target goal. Figure 1.2 summarizes the 2038 mode share targets for Oxford County. FIGURE 1.2: TRANSPORTATION MODE SHARE TARGET (2038) Page 221 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 5 1.3 TMP Process Transportation Master Plans are long range plans that integrate infrastructure requirements for existing and future land uses with environmental assessment planning principles, which include: Consulting with affected parties early and often; Considering a reasonable range of alternatives; Identifying and considering the effects of each alternative on all aspects of the environment; Evaluating the alternatives systematically to determine their net environmental effects; and Providing clear, complete and traceable documentation of the planning process. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Master Plan process examines infrastructure systems or groups of related projects in order to provide a framework for planning for subsequent projects and/or developments extending 20 to 25 years in the future and an opportunity to consider different perspectives when looking at the impact of alternatives. (Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, October 2000, as amended in 2007 and 2015.) The Oxford County TMP satisfies Phases 1 and 2 of the five-phase Municipal Class EA process detailed as follows: Phase 1 – Identify the problem or opportunity; Phase 2 – Identify alternative solutions to address the problem or opportunity by considering the existing environment and establishing the preferred solution; Phase 3 – Examine alternative methods (designs) to implement the preferred solution; Phase 4 – Complete an Environmental Study Report (ESR) that documents the study process; and Phase 5 – Complete contract drawings and documents and proceed to construction and operation. The Class EA process addresses projects by classifying them into different “schedules” according to their environmental significance (Schedule A, A+, B or C). The level of complexity and the potential effects of a project will determine the appropriate schedule that in turn will determine which phases will need to be addressed. The four schedules of the Class EA process are summarized as follows: Page 222 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 6 Schedule A – Limited in scale and have minimal adverse impacts, assumed to be pre-approved; Schedule A+ – Limited in scale and have minimal adverse impacts, assumed to be pre-approved but must be advised prior to implementation; Schedule B – Some potential for adverse environmental impacts and consultation with those affected is required; and Schedule C – Potential for significant environmental impacts and must proceed under the full planning and documentation procedures specified in the Class EA document. The TMP does not require approval under the Environmental Assessment Act, although the recommended TMP projects must fulfill all appropriate Class EA requirements (i.e. future Class EA “Schedule C” Studies will require Phases 3 and 4 of Municipal Class EA process to be met). Requests for an order to comply with Part II of the Act, the portion of the legislation regarding appeals, is possible only for those projects that are subject to the Municipal Class EA, and not the TMP itself. All infrastructure improvements fall into this category. 1.4 Planning and Policy Framework The TMP has been developed within the context of previous and ongoing land use and transportation planning initiatives undertaken by Oxford County, Area Municipalities, and Provincial government ministries and agencies. The plans and policies that have informed the TMP include: Provincial Policies and Plans: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended in 2007 and 2015); Provincial Policy Statement (2014); Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005); Ontario Ministry of Transportation Transit Supportive Guidelines (2012); Ontario Cycling Strategy #CycleON (2013); and Ontario Trails Strategy (2010). Oxford County Policies and Plans: The Oxford County Official Plan (1995, as amended); County of Oxford Transportation Master Plan Study (2009); Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan (2015); Oxford County Phase One Comprehensive Review (2019); Page 223 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 7 Oxford County Asset Management Plan (2017) Oxford County Road Needs Study (2015); Oxford County Bridge Needs Study (2018); 100% Renewable Energy Plan (2018); Oxford County Trails Master Plan (2014); Oxford County Green Fleet Plan (2016); New Directions: Advancing Southwestern Ontario’s Public Transportation Opportunities (2016); SouthwestLynx: Integrated High-Performance Public Transportation for Southwestern Ontario (2018); Steel Corridors of Opportunity: Maximizing the Benefit of Southwestern Ontario’s Freight Railways (2018); and Empowering Ontario’s Short Line Railways (2017) Area Municipal Policies and Plans: City of Woodstock Cycling Master Plan (2014); Town of Ingersoll Cycling Master Plan (2015); and Tillsonburg Trails Master Plan (2015). 1.5 Community Engagement The development of the new TMP included a consultative process involving the residents, businesses and stakeholders of the County and its Municipalities; representatives of County and Area Municipal staff; agencies of the Provincial and adjacent Municipal governments; Conservation Authorities; Indigenous Communities and other interest groups. The main components of the TMP consultative process included: A Public Consultation Plan; Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee (TMPAC), comprising the Consultant Team and County and Area Municipal staff representatives; Public notifications including two News releases; Public Consultation Centres (PCCs) – Minimum of four PCCs at four different locations in the County to maximize community outreach; and Stakeholders and Indigenous Communities were notified of the TMP and invited to participate. Chapter 10 further details the community engagement process. Page 224 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 8 1.6 Report Organization The remainder of the TMP is organized into the following chapters: Chapter 2 – Existing Transportation Conditions provides an overview of current conditions in Oxford County, including land use and demographics, the transportation system and recent trends in travel characteristics; Chapter 3 – Future Transportation Needs details the forecasted population and employment growth and describes the future transportation demand modelling process; Chapter 4 – Transportation Vision and Alternative Planning Strategies provides the problems and opportunities statement, followed by the vision and goals to address the problem statement. The chapter also details the process used to develop the potential alternatives and evaluation criteria to select the preferred transportation strategy; Chapter 5 – Road Network Strategy highlights the roadway infrastructure improvement recommendations, road classification, railway crossings and corridor management policies; Chapter 6 – Active Transportation Strategy presents policies to encourage active transportation and design guidelines for bikeways and walkways; Chapter 7 – People and Goods Movement Strategy highlights the recommendations to develop a robust people and goods network including intercommunity bus routes, high performance rail, carpool lots and multi-modal terminals; Chapter 8 – Sustainability and New Technology Strategy details the County’s sustainability goals and recommendations to encourage new transportation technology; Chapter 9 – Implementation, Policy and Monitoring organizes the TMP Implementation program into short and long-term horizons. The chapter also provides a monitoring framework to track the progress and performance of the recommended plan; and Chapter 10 – Public and Stakeholder Consultation details the engagement process for the TMP including the content and methods of communication. Page 225 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 9 2 Existing Transportation Conditions 2.1 Road Network The road network in Oxford County falls within three government jurisdictions comprising Provincial, County and local jurisdiction. Oxford County maintains jurisdiction over County roads, while Area Municipalities maintain jurisdiction over their respective local road networks. 2.1.1 Provincial Freeway Network Highway 401 and Highway 403 are critical components of the network, and are key passenger and freight vehicle routes, connecting Oxford’s major economic centres of Ingersoll and Woodstock to markets in Southwestern Ontario, and the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). Highway 401 provides connectivity to Waterloo Region, and Highway 403 provides connectivity to Brant County and other markets to the east. A major interchange between Highway 401 and Highway 403 is located east of Woodstock; however, this interchange lacks connectivity for westbound vehicles on either highway to connect to eastbound traffic. These highways are the major east-west routes through the County. Highway 19 is a major north-south corridor connecting Tillsonburg to Ingersoll and Highway 401 and operates under the jurisdiction of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO). A small segment of Highway 3 travels through Tillsonburg, and a small segment of Highway 7 travels along the northern boundary of the Township of Zorra, both of which operate under jurisdiction of Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation (MTO). 2.1.2 County Road Network The County road network comprises urban and rural roadways and connects to the provincial road network through at grade intersections with Highway 3, Highway 7, and Highway 19, or through interchanges with Highway 401 and Highway 403. Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 119 are major north-south corridors connecting smaller towns and villages throughout the County. The road network under the jurisdiction of the County exhibits a distinct grid pattern in the five rural townships and provides excellent connectivity to local township road networks. 2.1.3 Local Road Network The remaining roadways within the County comprise minor arterials, collectors and local roads which service local traffic, and operate under the jurisdiction of the Area Municipalities. The local road network generally has lower speed limits and carry lower traffic volumes as compared to the County and Provincial road networks. Figure 2.1 illustrates the existing road network within Oxford County. Page 226 of 816 Oxford County Road Network Figure 2.1Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Page 227 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 11 2.2 Active Transportation Facilities The existing cycling facilities in Oxford County consist of on and off-road facilities that are managed by the County, Area Municipalities, Conservation Authorities, and other entities. Figure 2.2 displays the preferred on-road cycling routes as identified by the Oxford County Cycling Advisory Committee. The preferred routes on County roads are equipped with Share the Road signs and delineated with white edge lines where road width permits. 2.3 Other Transportation Infrastructure Other transportation infrastructure and services in Oxford County include the following public transit, rail service, freight rail lines and airports. 2.3.1 Public Transit Transit services within the County are provided at the municipal level in the City of Woodstock and Town of Tillsonburg. Woodstock Transit was founded in 1962 and continues to service the City via six surface bus routes centred around the Transit Terminal located at 623 Dundas Street. Figure 2.3 illustrates the existing transit services offered by Woodstock Transit. The Town of Tillsonburg previously operated a local transit system from 2001 to 2005; however, this system was cancelled due to operating costs exceeding operating revenues. Currently, transit is provided by T:Go Call-N-Ride, a community bus service providing low-cost rides within Tillsonburg. The transit system operates on set schedules, with flexible routes to accommodate residents in a cost-effective manner. Accessible transit services are provided by Para-Transit in the City of Woodstock and the Town of Ingersoll. Government of Ontario (GO) Transit does not provide direct bus service within the County; however, services are available at Brantford Bus Terminal (64 Darling Street) in addition to the stations listed in the following section. 2.3.2 Rail Service GO Transit does not provide direct service within the County; however, services are available at the following stations which represent the western terminuses of three (3) GO Transit lines: Kitchener Station (126 Weber Street West) provides access to GO Transit’s Kitchener Line, with limited (morning only) train service, and all-day bus service to Union Station in Downtown Toronto; Milton Station (780 Main Street East) provides access to GO Transit’s Milton Line, with limited (peak hour only) service to Union Station; and Aldershot Station (1199 Waterdown Road) provides access to GO Transit’s Lakeshore West Line, with all-day train service to Union Station. Page 228 of 816 Oxford County Preferred On Road Cycling Routes Figure 2.2Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Page 229 of 816 Existing Transit ServiceCity of Woodstock Figure 2.3161190 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Page 230 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 14 VIA Rail is an independent Crown corporation, subsidized by Transport Canada and mandated to provide intercity passenger rail services in Canada. VIA Rail offers the following connections from two stations within the County: Woodstock (100 Victoria Street South): provides direct connections with VIA Rail’s Windsor-London-Toronto route, operating four trains through Woodstock during weekdays and four trains during weekends; and Ingersoll (1 Thames Street North): provides direct connection to VIA Rail’s Windsor-London-Toronto route, operating two trains through Ingersoll during weekdays and three trains during weekends. 2.3.3 Freight Rail Lines Canadian Pacific Rail (CP Rail) and Canadian National Rail (CN Rail) own and operate the two east-west main rail lines within the County. These rail lines are classified as Class I railways and are the central segments of the two railways’ Montreal-Chicago corridors. The CP Rail line travels through Woodstock between London and Cambridge, while the CN Rail line travels through Ingersoll and Woodstock between London and Brantford. The short line railways in Oxford County are feeders into the main CP and CN Rail main lines. Ontario Southland Railway Inc. owns and operates a short line railway in Oxford County connecting with the CN Rail line. The Ontario Southland Railway operates between Ingersoll, Tillsonburg, Aylmer and St. Thomas. 2.3.4 Airports There are two airports in Oxford County located in the Town of Tillsonburg and the City of Woodstock. Tillsonburg Regional Airport is the major airport within the County and is classified as an airport of entry by Nav Canada, handling general aviation aircraft with up to 15 passengers. The airport comprises one paved runway and two turf runways and is used by EMS (air ambulance) and the Canadian Military for search and rescue operations Woodstock Airport is a smaller airport located west of Woodstock and features one turf runway. The airport does not include any border services for international aviation. Page 231 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 15 2.4 Traffic Volumes & Operations 2.4.1 Base Year Traffic Volumes To determine existing traffic volumes within the County, eight-hour turning movement counts were conducted at key County intersections in September 2016 and February 2018. These intersections were reviewed by County staff and are summarized in Table 2.1. Existing intersections were summarized to determine the existing traffic volumes during the weekday PM peak hours. Since turning movement counts were completed in both 2016 and 2018, a growth rate of 3% was applied to the 2016 volumes to model the 2018 base year traffic conditions. This growth rate is consistent with population and employment forecasts interpolated between 2016 and 2021. Traffic counts completed in 2018 have not been adjusted. Page 232 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 16 TABLE 2.1: TRAFFIC COUNT LOCATIONS Station Municipality Intersection Location Street Name 1 Street Name 2 1 Blandford-Blenheim Oxford Road 8 Cuthbertson Street 2 Oxford Road 22 Oxford Road 8 5 Oxford Road 29 Oxford Road 3 20 Oxford Road 8 Samuel Street 36 Oxford Road 2 Oxford Road 22 38 Oxford Road 8 Oxford Road 3 8 East Zorra-Tavistock Oxford Road 59 Oxford Road 8 12 Oxford Road 8 Oxford Road 5 13 Oxford Road 33 Oxford Road 4 29 Oxford Road 59 Oxford Road 33 23 Oxford Road 59 Oxford Road 28 9 Ingersoll Oxford Road 7 North Town Line West 11 Oxford Road 119 Oxford Road 7 32 Oxford Road 119 Clarke Road 3 Norwich Oxford Road 59 Main Street 18 Oxford Road 18 Oxford Road 13 19 Oxford Road 19 Church Street 21 Oxford Road 19 Oxford Road 13 (North) 31 Oxford Road 2 Oxford Road 55 34 Oxford Road 40 Oxford Road 59 35 Oxford Road 14 Oxford Road 15 37 Oxford Road 40 Oxford Road 14 4 South-West Oxford Oxford Road 9 West Hill Line 17 Oxford Road 18 Duffy Line 33 Oxford Road 6 Oxford Road 12 39 Oxford Road 46 King’s Highway 19 25 Woodstock Oxford Road 2 Oxford Road 9 26 Oxford Road 59 Oxford Road 15 27 Oxford Road 54 Oxford Road 35 28 Oxford Road 59 Juliana Drive 30 Oxford Road 35 Lansdowne Avenue Page 233 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 17 Station Municipality Intersection Location Street Name 1 Street Name 2 6 Zorra Oxford Road 6 Oxford Road 17 7 Oxford Road 6 Commissioners Street 14 Oxford Road 119 Oxford Road 16 15 Oxford Road 28 31st Line 16 Oxford Road 28 Oxford Road 6 24 Oxford Road 2 Oxford Road 119 (North) Page 234 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 18 2.4.2 Base Year Traffic Operations Intersection Level of Service (LOS) is a recognized method of quantifying the average delay experienced by drivers at intersections. It is based on the delay experienced by individual vehicles executing the various movements. The delay is related to the number of vehicles desiring to make a particular movement, compared to the estimated capacity for that movement. The capacity is based on a number of criteria related to the opposing traffic flows and intersection geometry. Table 2.2 summarizes the LOS criteria for signalized and stop controlled intersections. The highest possible rating is LOS A, under which the average total delay is equal or less than 10.0 seconds per vehicle. When the average delay exceeds 80 seconds for signalized intersections, 50 seconds for unsignalized intersections, or when the volume to capacity ratio is greater than 1.00, the movement is classed as LOS F and remedial measures are usually implemented, if they are feasible. TABLE 2.2: VEHICLE LEVEL OF SERVICE DEFINITIONS Level of Service Signalized Intersections Average Total Delay (sec/veh) Unsignalized Intersections Average Total Delay (sec/veh) A < = 10 < = 10 B > 10 & < = 20 > 10 & < = 15 C > 20 & < = 35 > 15 & < = 25 D > 35 & < = 55 > 25 & < = 35 E > 55 & < = 80 > 35 & < = 50 F > 80 > 50 The operations of the intersections were evaluated using Synchro 9 with Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) 2000 procedures. Table 2.3 summarizes the results of the analysis for the PM peak hour indicating the overall intersection or critical movement LOS and volume to capacity (v/c) ratio. The results of these analyses indicate that the intersections are operating at acceptable LOS and within capacity. As the Level of Service reaches LOS D, traffic flow will become less stable. This should be an indication that improvements may be required, and the County should monitor the need based on the traffic demand. Overall, the road network adequately serves the County by providing good connectivity between the Township and Provincial road networks. This level of connectivity performs reasonably well, mainly due to the dispersed nature of the cities, towns and villages throughout the County, and their locations along former Provincial highways. The major challenges to the County’s network are related to future development in Woodstock and Ingersoll that has the potential to create capacity constraints on roadways connecting to Highway 401 and Highway 403, in addition to development along the Oxford Road 17 and Oxford Road 4 corridors. Page 235 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 19 TABLE 2.3: EXISTING TRAFFIC OPERATIONS Intersection Control1 Critical Movement PM Peak Hour LOS Delay v/c Oxford Road 8 & Cuthbertson Street TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.06 Oxford Road 22 & Oxford Road 8 AWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.16 Oxford Road 59 & Main Street TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.19 Oxford Road 9 & West Hill Line TWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.01 Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 3 AWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.25 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 17 TWSC Critical Movement B 15 0.22 Oxford Road 6 & Commissioners Street TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.06 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8 TWSC Critical Movement D 29 0.53 Oxford Road 7 & North Town Line West TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.17 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 7 TCS Overall B 10 0.27 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 5 TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.05 Oxford Road 33 & Oxford Road 4 TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.25 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 16 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.33 Oxford Road 28 & 31st Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 28 & Oxford Road 6 TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.21 Oxford Road 18 & Duffy Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 18 & Oxford Road 13 TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.49 Oxford Road 19 & Church Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.06 Oxford Road 8 & Samuel Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.11 Oxford Road 19 & Oxford Road 13 (North) TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.37 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28 TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.20 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 119 (North) TCS Overall B 12 0.45 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 9 TWSC Critical Movement D 26 0.26 Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive TCS Overall C 32 0.74 Oxford Road 54 & Oxford Road 35 TCS Overall A 10 0.48 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 15 TCS Overall C 27 0.69 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 TWSC Critical Movement C 20 0.31 Oxford Road 35 & Lansdowne Ave TCS Overall B 11 0.51 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 55 TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.29 Oxford Road 119 & Clarke Road TWSC Critical Movement D 26 0.25 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 12 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 59 TWSC Critical Movement C 17 0.08 Oxford Road 14 & Oxford Road 15 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.16 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 22 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.11 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 14 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.02 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 3 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.07 Oxford Road 46 & King's Highway 19 TWSC Critical Movement C 19 0.29 1 TWSC – Two-way Stop Control, AWSC – All-way Stop Control, TCS – Traffic Control Signal Page 236 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 20 2.5 Existing Population and Employment Statistics For the purposes of characterizing growth trends, 2018 has been used as the base year. This is the most recent year for which complete land use, population, employment and household figures are available. Historically, Oxford County has experienced sustained growth, growing from a population of 99,300 in 2001 to 110,860 in 2016. The population is distributed throughout with eight Area Municipalities with larger populations in the urban centres of Woodstock, Tillsonburg and Ingersoll. Figure 2.4 illustrates the distribution of residents between the Area Municipalities in 2016. Table 2.4 details the 2001-2016 population and employment statistics for Oxford County obtained from Census Canada (population, housing) and the County’s development forecasts (employment). Note the data does not adjust for the Census undercount. TABLE 2.4: POPULATION AND EMPLOYMENT GROWTH 2001-2016 2001 2006 2011 2016 Population 99,300 102,800 105,700 110,860 Employment 44,155 48,440 52,045 57,300 Between 2001 and 2016, the population increased by 11.6% (11,560 residents) or 0.74% per annum. During the same period, employment grew 29.8% (13,145 employees) or 1.75% per annum. 2.6 Oxford County Travel Patterns 2.6.1 Home to Work Travel Patterns The existing County commuter travel patterns were derived through a review of the 2011 and 2016 Journey to Work data from Census Canada. As expected, a significant portion of travel on the County transportation network is due to auto drivers (single occupant vehicles) commuting to and from their places of employment. Appendix A provides the complete 2016 Journey to Work data set for Oxford County. The data indicates that over the five-year period from 2011 to 2016, the number of residents working in the County increased by four (4)%. Overall, the changes from 2011 to 2016 are minor in nature and do not indicate any trends towards a significant change in travel patterns. Page 237 of 816 2016 Population Distribution Figure 2.4161190 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 37% 14%12% 7% 6% 10% 7% 7% Woodstock Ingersoll Tillsonburg Blandford-Blenheim East Zorra-Tavistock Norwich South-West Oxford Zorra Page 238 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 22 Existing (2016) home-work travel patterns in the County indicate the following: Of the total home-work trips involving Oxford County, 49.7% are within the County or ‘internal trips’, 42.3% are ‘external trips’ and the remaining 8.0% are persons with no fixed work address, who may work both within and outside of the County. Of the external trips, 21.6% are inbound trips by people from outside municipalities, and 20.7% are outbound trips by Oxford residents working in outside municipalities; 63.4% of Oxford residents work inside the County, while 26.5% work outside the County, the remaining 10.1% of employed residents have no fixed work address; The number of people travelling to work in the County (51%) is slightly higher than the number of residents travelling to work outside (49%); and 8.5% of the employed workforce in Oxford County works from home. The following figures summarize more disaggregated versions of these general travel patterns indicating the distribution of home-work trips between Area Municipalities in the County and different outside municipalities. Figure 2.5 illustrates the place of residence of those who commute to, and/or live in Oxford County. Based on the 2016 Journey to Work1 data, approximately 71% of Oxford County residents with a fixed place of work are employed within Oxford County itself. Conversely, about 29% of Oxford County residents with a fixed place of work travel to neighbouring jurisdictions, primarily the Region of Waterloo and Middlesex County. Figure 2.6 displays the origin of work trips to Oxford County in 2016, for non-County residents. The primary inbound commuting trips originate in Middlesex County (34%), Haldimand & Norfolk Counties (18% combined), Elgin County (17%), Brant County (11%) and the Region of Waterloo (8%). Figure 2.7 summarizes the commuter destinations within Oxford in 2016, of those who work in Oxford County regardless of their place of residence (either within or beyond Oxford County). Of the residents who work in Oxford County, approximately 43% of the commuter trips are destined for the City of Woodstock. The remaining resident trips are destined for Tillsonburg (14%), Ingersoll (13%) or the five Townships (30%). 1 Statistics Canada, 2016 Census of Population. Site: Statistics Canada. 2017.Oxford CTY [Census division], Ontario and Ontario [Province] (table). Census Profile. 2016 Census. Statistics Canada Catalogue no. 98-316-X2016001. Page 239 of 816 Work Trip Destination by Oxford County Residents with Fixed Place of Work Figure 2.5161190 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 71% 29% Oxford County Other Municipalities Page 240 of 816 Existing (2016) Origin of Work Trips to Oxford County by Non-Residents Figure 2.6Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 17% 8% 34% 4% 11% 18% 5%3% Elgin County Region of Waterloo Middlesex County Perth County Brant County Haldimand and Norfolk County Hamilton, Peel, Toronto, Niagara, Halton Other Page 241 of 816 Existing (2016) Work Trip Destination in Oxford County Figure 2.7Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 43% 13% 14% 3% 5% 10% 7% 5%Residents Woodstock Ingersoll Tillsonburg Blandford-Blenheim East Zorra-Tavistock Norwich South-West Oxford Zorra 38% 22% 20% 2% 4% 5% 4%5%Non-Residents Woodstock Ingersoll Tillsonburg Blandford-Blenheim East Zorra-Tavistock Norwich South-West Oxford Zorra Page 242 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 26 The majority of the inbound commuting trips in 2016, were destined to Woodstock (38%), Ingersoll (22%), Tillsonburg (20%) and the five Townships within the County (20%). The existing travel patterns indicate that the three urban centres of Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg are the major locations of the County’s employment market, with additional employment and economic activities existing in the County’s five Townships, primarily in their serviced and unserviced Villages. In addition, the Journey to Work data details residents who work from home. In 2016, a total of 4,805 residents worked from home, which represents 8.5% of the employed workforce in Oxford County. In comparison to the data available from the 2011 National Household Survey, the number of work from home residents has decreased by approximately 495 residents. 2.6.2 Origin-Destination Survey Origin-destination surveys were undertaken at 20 locations throughout the County in support of determining general travel patterns throughout the County. Surveys were conducted on one weekday between the hours of 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM in June 2017 using Miovision Scout camera technology with connected adapters. These adapters captured the Bluetooth signal of connected devices, assigned a random alpha-numerical value to the signal and recorded the time a device passed a survey station. At the conclusion of the surveys, a trip matrix was created showing the number of vehicles passing through each station during the survey hours. Seventeen of the locations were identical to those in the 2009 TMP, and three new locations were surveyed through consultation with County staff. Table 2.5 and Figure 2.8 summarize the locations where the origin-destination surveys were conducted. The survey data was aggregated and analyzed to determine the predominant travel patterns between the survey locations. Travel patterns between the north and south portions of the County are similar in that major population centres attract from the surrounding areas, and generally coincide with expected travel patterns. As the origin-destination survey was conducted within the weekday PM peak hour, travel patterns are generally indicative of commuter flows. Travel within the northeastern portion of the County (Stations 1 to 11 in Figure 2.8) is dominated by northbound (35%) and southbound (31%) travel, primarily into and out of the City of Woodstock. The remaining travel patterns relate to eastbound travel (23%) and westbound travel (11%). Travel in the southwestern portion of the County (Stations 12 to 20 in Figure 2.8) is dominated by eastbound and westbound travel between Ingersoll and Woodstock. Oxford Road 2 and Highway 401 provide direct links between these urban centres. Westbound southbound, and northbound travel is relatively equal, primarily related to travel along Oxford Road 59 and Highway 19. Page 243 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 27 TABLE 2.5: ORIGIN-DESTINATION SURVEY LOCATIONS Station Area Approach Street Name 1 Street Name 2 4 Drumbo North Oxford Road 3 Oxford Road 29 12 Embro North Oxford Road 6/37th Line North of Oxford Road 17 17 Ingersoll South Oxford Road 119 Oxford Road 9 16 South Oxford Road 10 Oxford Road 9 13 West Oxford Road 2 Between 33rd Line North and 33rd Line South 18 Norwich North Oxford Road 59 Oxford Road 18 2 Plattsville South Oxford Road 8 Township Rd 13 1 Tavistock West Oxford Road 24 Oxford Road 59 3 West Oxford Road 8 16th Line 14 Thamesford North Oxford Road 119 Oxford Road 2 15 West Oxford Road 119 Oxford Road 2 20 Tillsonburg East Oxford Road 51 Oxford Road 37 19 North Highway 19 Gateway Centre (Sobeys) 9 Woodstock East Oxford Road 2 Oxford Road 4 8 North Oxford Road 4 Oxford Road 2 11 South Oxford Road 12 Oxford Road 15 10 South Oxford Road 59 Juliana Drive (North of 401) 7 South Oxford Road 4 Oxford Road 17 5 South Oxford Road 59 Oxford Road 33 6 West Oxford Road 17 Oxford Road 4 Page 244 of 816 Existing (2017) Origin-Destination Survey Locations Figure 2.8Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 16 17 15 13 12 19 20 9 11 10 18 1 3 2 4 7 5 Page 245 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 29 2.6.3 Mode Share The 2016 Journey to Work survey provides data tables detailing the main mode of commuting (home-work trips) for the residents of Oxford County. Figure 2.9 illustrates the main modes of commuting indicating auto driver comprises the majority of trips, while TDM, walking, transit, cycling and other modes make up the remaining portion of trips. Work from home is captured within the TDM mode. 2.7 Collision History Data Oxford County has received collision data from MTO of the motor vehicle collisions that occurred within their jurisdictional boundaries from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). All collision data is maintained in a detailed database by the County. The collision data is currently being analyzed to assist the County in determining if there are any areas of concern on Oxford County roads. The analysis will allow collision trends over time to be tracked and developed. These areas of concern should then be reviewed annually in detail to determine any potential mitigation measures with the view of improving road safety for all road users. A preliminary collision data analysis was completed based on five urban and five rural collision intersections which were identified as areas of concern. The analysis is summarized in Appendix B. 2.8 Development Applications The County’s most recent development activity maps2 were reviewed to identify and locate the residential and industrial development parcels specific to each area municipality within the County. The maps also provided the status of each parcel: Nearly built plan or phase; Draft approved plan; *Registered plan; or Circulated or submitted plan. Note that industrial and commercial development have been omitted from the development-specific trip generation forecasts (Section 3.2) due to limited development information (i.e.: type of development and size). However, the increase in traffic due to industrial development is included in the employment forecasts (Section 3.1.2). 2 County of Oxford. Development Activity Maps for Area Municipalities. Accessed February 2019 from http://www.oxfordcounty.ca/services-for-you/mapping/maps Page 246 of 816 Existing (2016) Mode Share Figure 2.9Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Page 247 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 31 2.9 Railway Crossings 2.9.1 Locations and Train Volume There are currently twenty-two (22) level crossings with County roads as documented in the 2015 Road Needs Study for the County of Oxford.3 The level crossing (Asset ID# 53232) on Oxford Road 53 was removed in 2017. The remaining ten (10) crossings with County roads are grade separated. Figure 2.10 shows all crossing locations. Table 2.6 details the current daily train volume at each crossing location from the 2015 Road Needs Study and updated with the most recent CPR data for the County. The table indicates: The highest volume (59 daily trains) was recorded at Asset ID 434838 – Oxford Road 11 (Zorra Line), 0.45 north of Oxford Road 9 (Beachville Road) on the CNR line; The lowest volume (1.1 daily trains) was recorded at 10 locations - one (1) on the CNR line and nine on the CPR line; The CPR Mainline running through Thamesford, Zorra Station, Woodstock, and Drumbo towards Ayr operates 11 trains per day; and The CPR line running from Ingersoll to Tillsonburg, leased by Ontario South Land (OSR) operates eight trains per week. 3 County of Oxford. 2015 Road Needs Study. December 2016. Page 248 of 816 County Road Railway Crossings Figure 2.10Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Legend Grade Separated Level Crossing County Road Rail Line: Operational Municipal Boundary Source: Figure J1, County of Oxford Road Needs Study, December, 2016. Page 249 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 33 TABLE 2.6: DAILY RAILWAY CROSSING TRAIN VOLUME Asset ID Location Location Description Area Rail Company Daily Trains 895087 Oxford Road 3 (Main Street) 0.87 km north of Oxford Road 2 Princeton CNR 45 895929 Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street) 0.93 km north of Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street) Drumbo CPR 11 806956 Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street) 0.97 km west of Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street) Drumbo CPR 11 RX815776 Oxford Road 22 0.53 km south of Oxford Road 29 Blandford CPR 11 815006 Oxford Road 22 0.06 km north of Oxford Road 2 Creditville CNR 26 715447 Oxford Road 4 0.03 km south of Oxford Road 17 Woodstock CPR 11 59247 Oxford Road 59 (Wilson Street) 0.3 km south of Dundas Street Woodstock CNR 42 2042 Oxford Road 2 (Dundas Street) 0.1 km west of Oxford Road 9 (Ingersoll Road) Woodstock CNR 4 684567 Oxford Road 2 0.19 km west of Zorra/East Zorra- Tavistock Line Zorra CPR 11 375067 Oxford Road 6 (37th Line) 0.67 km north of Oxford Road 2 Zorra Station CPR 11 434838 Oxford Road 11 (Zorra Line) 0.45 north of Oxford Road 9 (Beachville Road) Beachville CNR 59 434801 Oxford Road 11 (Zorra Line) 0.08 north of Oxford Road 9 (Beachville Road) Beachville CPR 1.1 374622 Oxford Road 6 (37th Line) 0.09 km north of Oxford Road 9 (Beachville Road) Centreville CPR 1.1 51325 Oxford Road 51 (Simcoe Street) 0.54 km east of Oxford Road 37 (Potters Road) Tillsonburg CPR 1.1 37057 Oxford Road 37 (Potters Road) 0.57 north of Oxford Road 51 (Simcoe Street) Tillsonburg CPR 1.1 53117 Oxford Road 53 (Tillson Avenue) 1.05 km north of Highway 19 Tillsonburg CPR 1.1 20215 Oxford Road 20 (North Street East) 1.25 km east of Highway 19 Tillsonburg CPR 1.1 224284 Oxford Road 19 (Ostrander Road) 0.26 km east of Highway 19 Ostrander CPR 1.1 264210 Oxford Road 27 (Prouse Road) 0.25 km west of Highway 19 South-West Oxford CPR 1.1 9293 Oxford Road 9 (Ingersoll Road) 0.57 south of Dundas Street Woodstock CNR 35 10287 Oxford Road 10 (Ingersoll Street) 0.03 km south of King Street West Ingersoll CPR 1.1 976194 Oxford Road 36 (Trussler Road) 0.51 km south of Township Road 10 Ayr CPR 11 Page 250 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 34 2.9.2 Physical Condition Assessment The 2015 Road Needs Study inventoried and appraised the level crossings based on observations made during field review, traffic estimates, discussions with the railway authorities and previous study work provided by the County. The purpose of the 2015 Road Needs Study from a railway crossing perspective, was to document the existing conditions, estimate the exposure index (i.e., cross product of AADT times number of trains per day), under existing condition and for the ten-year forecast of traffic growth. The results of the analysis are used to develop the Ten-Year Capital Road Works Program, to recommended upgrades across the County road network based on condition needs and budget considerations. The 2015 Road Needs Study details poor physical condition at two (2) of the crossings: Asset ID 806956 – Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street), 0.97 km west of Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street). Crossing surface replacement is planned for 2020; and Asset ID 37057 – Oxford Road 37 (Potters Road), 0.57 north of Oxford Road 51 (Simcoe Street). Crossing surface upgrades were completed in 2018 as part of road reconstruction. It is recommended that the condition of these crossings be improved through normal maintenance operations. In addition, the crossing surface does not meet the standards at seven (7) of the crossings: Asset ID 895929 – Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street), 0.93 km north of Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street); Asset ID 806956 – Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street), 0.97 km west of Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street); Asset ID 715447 – Oxford Road 4, 0.03 kilometres south of Oxford Road 17; Asset ID 375067 – Oxford Road 6 (37th Line), 0.67 km north of Oxford Road 2; Asset ID 37057 – Oxford Road 37 (Potters Road), 0.57 north of Oxford Road 51 (Simcoe Street); Asset ID 224284 – Oxford Road 19 (Ostrander Road), 0.26 km east of Highway 19; and Asset ID 264210 – Oxford Road 27 (Prouse Road), 0.25 km west of Highway 19. It is recommended that the crossing surfaces be widened at these locations, for those sections where rehabilitation or reconstruction work is ultimately implemented. Page 251 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 35 3 Future Transportation Needs 3.1 Future Population and Employment Statistics The County’s Updated Forecasts and Area Municipal Growth Allocations4 were referenced to determine the potential rate of growth expected in the County at five-year intervals from 2019 to 2038. These forecasts were then used to determine the potential transportation system needs based on expected population and employment changes throughout the areas where future growth has been identified. These forecasts considered population, household, and employment growth, as well as development activity within the County’s Area Municipalities. Demand on the transportation system will increase as the County grows, both in population and in employment as part of new developments. The magnitude of this growth was assessed using a combination of existing traffic volumes and patterns at key County intersections, population and employment growth forecasts, and development activity. For the purposes of characterizing growth trends, 2019 has been used as the base year. Horizon years of 2023, 2028, 2033, and 2038 have been utilized to determine the future transportation demands within the County. 3.1.1 Population Forecasts The County’s Updated Forecasts and Area Municipal Growth Allocations (2019)5 was reviewed to document the anticipated growth from 2016 to 2041 within the County and its eight respective Area Municipalities. The forecasts indicate the County is expected to experience considerable population growth (27% total) over the next twenty years. The majority of the forecasted population growth (76 %) is focused in the three major urban centres of Ingersoll, Tillsonburg and Woodstock. Of the County’s population growth, approximately half the growth is expected to occur in the City of Woodstock. Table 3.1 summarizes the population forecasts for Oxford County. 4 Oxford County Phase One Comprehensive Review, 2019. Population, Housing and Employment Forecasts and Area Municipal Growth Allocations (Updated). Prepared by Hemson Consulting Ltd. 5 Idem. Page 252 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 36 TABLE 3.1: POPULATION FORECASTS (2019 – 2038) Area Municipality Horizon Year 2019 * 2023 2028 2033 2038 Blandford-Blenheim 7,840 8,170 8,500 8,850 9,210 East Zorra-Tavistock 7,560 8,130 8,620 9,140 9,650 Ingersoll 13,530 14,590 15,490 16,460 17,430 Norwich 11,670 12,140 12,620 13,120 13,640 South-West Oxford 8,130 8,340 8,580 8,850 9,100 Tillsonburg 16,830 17,800 18,720 19,690 20,660 Woodstock 43,370 47,750 51,700 55,730 59,710 Zorra 8,620 8,950 9,210 9,460 9,730 County Total 117,500 125,870 133,440 141,300 149,130 * (2018 year end) ** Five year horizons from 2019-2023, 2024-2028, 2029-2033 and 2034-2038 were interpolated from the 2016 to 2041 growth forecasts and specifically selected in order to align with future timing of the Official Plan Review and Development Charges Studies. 3.1.2 Employment Forecasts Alongside projected population growth, the County’s employment base is also forecast to increase 21% by 20386. The key findings related to employment growth are noted to include: Total employment forecast to increase from 59,240 in 2019 to 71,880 in 2038, an increase of 12,640 jobs over the forecast period, with all municipalities experiencing employment growth over the forecast period; Employment growth is estimated to be strongest between 2019 to 2023, slowing down during each five-year period after 2023. Table 3.2 summarizes the employment forecasts for Oxford County. Similar to the population forecasts, it is estimated that approximately 90% of the County-wide employment growth will occur in Oxford’s urban centres (Woodstock, Tillsonburg and Ingersoll) from 2019 to 2038, down from 93% within the same centres from 2001 to 2011. 6 Oxford County Phase One Comprehensive Review, 2019. Population, Housing and Employment Forecasts and Area Municipal Growth Allocations (Updated). Prepared by Hemson Consulting Ltd Page 253 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 37 TABLE 3.2: EMPLOYMENT FORECASTS (2019 – 2038) Area Municipality Horizon Year 2019* 2023 2028 2033 2038 Blandford-Blenheim 1,880 1,940 1,980 2,030 2,090 East Zorra-Tavistock 2,890 3,000 3,070 3,160 3,270 Ingersoll 9,290 9,870 10,240 10,670 11,180 Norwich 4,190 4,270 4,350 4,440 4,570 South-West Oxford 2,950 2,970 3,010 3,050 3,100 Tillsonburg 8,870 9,210 9,470 9,790 10,160 Woodstock 26,280 28,900 30,520 32,300 34,440 Zorra 2,890 2,940 2,970 3,020 3,070 County Total 59,240 63,100 65,610 68,640 71,880 * (2018 year end) ** Five year horizons from 2019-2023, 2024-2028, 2029-2033 and 2034-2038 were interpolated from the 2016 to 2041 growth forecasts and specifically selected in order to align with future timing of the Official Plan Review and Development Charges Studies. 3.1.3 Land Use Forecasts Oxford County is primarily rural in nature, anchored by three major urban centres (Woodstock, Ingersoll, and Tillsonburg), and several smaller rural communities. The County’s historical development has been primarily in communities located in close proximity to Ontario’s provincial highway network, notably Highway 401 in Woodstock and Ingersoll. Development in the Town of Tillsonburg, to the south would appear to be influenced by its proximity to Highway 3 and Highway 19. The land use and future development patterns in the County are guided by the Oxford County Official Plan, Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan, and the County’s commitment to 100% Renewable Energy. Most growth within the County is planned to occur within established settlement areas, notably Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg. The County’s Official Plan indicates that the majority of growth will be directed to settlements with centralized waste water and water supply facilities to minimize risks of contamination to air, land, surface water and ground water, to preserve prime agricultural land, and to reduce the per capita and per unit costs of public services and infrastructure. Page 254 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 38 3.2 Residential Development Trip Generation The magnitude of the development activity on the existing roadway network was determined through a review of development activity maps provided by the County. Trip generation estimates were developed for each development parcel and organized by municipality to better understand where and to what extent this new development will increase vehicular traffic volumes on the County road network. The trip generation estimates are based on trip generation rates contained in the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual7 as follows: LUC 210 (Single Family Detached Housing); LUC 220 (Multifamily Housing (Low-Rise); LUC 221 (Multifamily Housing (Mid-Rise); and LUC 253 (Congregate Care Facility). Table 3.3 summarizes the PM peak hour trip generation forecasts for developments in each municipality based on the most recent Development Activity Maps. It is noted that a mode split factor has not been applied to these forecasts as these developments are expected to be completed within the next five to ten years and closely follow existing mode share trends. TABLE 3.3: ESTIMATED TRIP GENERATION (COUNTY-WIDE) Area Municipality PM Peak Hour In Out Total Blandford-Blenheim 126 168 294 East Zorra – Tavistock 357 474 831 Ingersoll 420 553 973 Norwich 241 383 624 South West Oxford 70 94 164 Tillsonburg 860 1,145 2,005 Woodstock 1,755 2,323 4,078 Zorra 131 174 305 Total 3,960 5,314 9,274 7 Institute of Transportation Engineers. Trip Generation Manual (10th Edition). Washington D.C. 2017. Page 255 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 39 3.2.1 Mode Share Adjustments The trip generation estimates in Table 3.3 do not reflect adjustments to account for non-vehicle modes of transportation that may reduce the vehicle demand associated with new development in the County. Modal share information has been estimated based on information contained in the 2016 Census, Journey to Work dataset which documents the mode of transportation information for work trips within Oxford County. The goal of alternative modes of transportation is to reduce single occupant vehicle trips and to encourage and provide opportunities for active transportation. In order to develop policies to influence future directions, it is necessary to implement mode split targets. Table 3.4 provides mode share targets for the County over the next 20 years based on the historical mode split changes, mode share targets in similar municipalities and the County’s continued efforts to increase sustainability in the transportation network. The County should strive to achieve a 4% reduction of existing auto trips (78%) by 2038 through the increase of transit and active transportation modes and sustained use of TDM measures. Work from home is captured within the TDM mode. TABLE 3.4: TRANSPORTATION MODE SHARE TARGETS 2023 TO 2038 Mode 2023 2028 2033 2038 Auto 77% 76% 75% 74% TDM 15% 15% 15% 15% Transit 1% 2% 2% 3% Active Transportation 6% 6% 7% 7% Other 1% 1% 1% 1% Page 256 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 40 3.3 Future Roadway Traffic Volumes 3.3.1 Assessment of 2009 Model Consultation with County staff identified the need for a simpler approach to travel demand and forecasting from what was used in the 2009 TMP. To that end, the traffic analysis zones used in the previous TMP were aggregated to the municipality level. The dispersed nature of the County’s smaller population centres in combination with a review of potential development activity indicate future growth is planned to occur in the major urban centres of Ingersoll, Woodstock, and Tillsonburg. Development activity within the County’s five Townships is forecast to remain centralized around existing serviced communities, and is expected to be relatively consistent with past growth trends. The 2009 model concluded that the County roadway network was operating at an overall good (LOS B) to excellent level of service (LOS A) with capacity constraints noted as follows: The County’s east boundary (Oxford Road 36) was forecast to operate with unstable flow conditions (v/c ratio equals 0.80) in 2033; The west boundary of Blandford-Blenheim was forecast to operate at LOS F by 2033 and Oxford Road 22, was forecast to operate at LOS E; and Southbound traffic north of Highway 401 in Ingersoll and Woodstock was forecast to operate at LOS D while northbound traffic was also forecast to operate at LOS D. 3.3.2 Future Growth Forecasts The future traffic volumes at the County specific intersections were developed based on the year over year population and employment growth forecasts to 2041, summarized in Section 3.1. With employment growth, it is expected the number of residents from surrounding municipalities employed within the County will increase. Similarly, employment growth in other municipalities will attract Oxford County residents. Therefore, the business as usual case has referenced the average growth rates between population and employment for each area municipality. Table 3.5 summarizes the business as usual growth rates applied to the base year traffic volumes. Page 257 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 41 TABLE 3.5: AREA MUNICIPALITY GROWTH FORECASTS Area Municipality Horizon Year 2023 2028 2033 2038 Blandford-Blenheim 4% 7% 10% 14% East Zorra – Tavistock 6% 10% 15% 20% Ingersoll 7% 12% 18% 25% Norwich 3% 6% 9% 13% South West Oxford 2% 4% 6% 9% Tillsonburg 5% 9% 14% 19% Woodstock 10% 18% 26% 34% Zorra 3% 5% 7% 10% 3.4 Future Intersection Analyses & Operations The growth forecasts noted in Section 3.1 were utilized to determine the future level of service at the intersections reviewed in this TMP. For the purposes of this report, the forecasting model has focused on the PM peak hour as the design hour, for which up to date traffic volume information is available. The following subsections summarize the level of service conditions at each analysis year. As the Level of Service reaches LOS D, traffic flow will become less stable. This should be an indication that improvements may be required, and the County should monitor the need based on the traffic demand. 3.4.1 2023 Traffic Operations Table 3.6 summarizes the level of service conditions at the 2023 analysis year and indicates the reviewed intersections are forecast to generally operate with acceptable levels of service and within capacity. However, the following is noted: The eastbound/westbound approaches on Oxford Road 8 at Oxford Road 59 are forecast to operate at LOS D, with a maximum v/c ratio of 0.61; and The intersection of Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive, overall, is forecast to operate at LOS D and a v/c ratio of 0.86. More specifically, the westbound left-turn movement is forecast to operate at LOS F, with a v/c ratio of 1.04. The analysis above has included signal timing optimization to account for an increase in traffic volumes within the County. Geometric improvements and/or traffic control improvements are recommended to accommodate future traffic volumes at the 2023 horizon year. Section 5.1 summarizes the recommended improvements. Page 258 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 42 3.4.2 2028 Traffic Operations Table 3.7 summarizes the level of service conditions at the 2028 analysis year and indicates the reviewed intersections are forecast to generally operate with acceptable levels of service and within capacity. However, the following is noted: The eastbound/westbound approaches on Oxford Road 8 at Oxford Road 59 are forecast to operate at LOS D and LOS E, with a maximum v/c ratio of 0.67; The northbound left-turn movement on Oxford Road 119 at Oxford Road 2 is forecast to operate at LOS E, with a v/c ratio of 0.32; and The intersection of Oxford Road 59 and Juliana Drive, overall, is forecast to operate at LOS D, and a v/c ratio of 0.95. More specifically, the westbound left-turn movement is forecast to operate at LOS F, with a v/c ratio of 1.17. The analysis above has included signal timing optimization to account for an increase in traffic volumes within the County. Geometric improvements and/or traffic control improvements are recommended to accommodate future traffic volumes at the 2028 horizon year. Section 5.1 summarizes the recommended improvements. Page 259 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 43 TABLE 3.6: 2023 TRAFFIC OPERATIONS SUMMARY Intersection Control1 Critical Movement PM Peak Hour LOS Delay v/c Oxford Road 8 & Cuthbertson Street TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.06 Oxford Road 22 & Oxford Road 8 AWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.17 Oxford Road 59 & Main Street TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.20 Oxford Road 9 & West Hill Line TWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.01 Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 3 AWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.26 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 17 TWSC Critical Movement B 15 0.23 Oxford Road 6 & Commissioners Street TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.06 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8 TWSC Critical Movement D 35 0.61 Oxford Road 7 & North Town Line West TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.19 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 7 TCS Overall B 10 0.30 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 5 TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.05 Oxford Road 33 & Oxford Road 4 TWSC Critical Movement B 15 0.28 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 16 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.34 Oxford Road 28 & 31st Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 28 & Oxford Road 6 TWSC Critical Movement B 15 0.21 Oxford Road 18 & Duffy Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 18 & Oxford Road 13 TWSC Critical Movement C 17 0.51 Oxford Road 19 & Church Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 8 & Samuel Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.11 Oxford Road 19 & Oxford Road 13 (North) TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.38 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28 TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.22 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 119 (North) TCS Overall B 13 0.46 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 9 TWSC Critical Movement D 32 0.29 Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive TCS Overall D 38 0.86 Oxford Road 54 & Oxford Road 35 TCS Overall B 10 0.54 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 15 TCS Overall C 30 0.81 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 TWSC Critical Movement C 22 0.35 Oxford Road 35 & Lansdowne Ave TCS Overall B 12 0.56 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 55 TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.31 Oxford Road 119 & Clarke Road TWSC Critical Movement D 30 0.30 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 12 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 59 TWSC Critical Movement C 17 0.08 Oxford Road 14 & Oxford Road 15 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.16 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 22 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.11 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 14 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.02 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 3 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.07 Oxford Road 46 & King's Highway 19 TWSC Critical Movement C 20 0.29 1 TWSC – Two-way Stop Control, AWSC – All-way Stop Control, TCS – Traffic Control Signal Page 260 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 44 TABLE 3.7: 2028 TRAFFIC OPERATIONS SUMMARY Intersection Control1 Critical Movement PM Peak Hour LOS Delay v/c Oxford Road 8 & Cuthbertson Street TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.07 Oxford Road 22 & Oxford Road 8 AWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.18 Oxford Road 59 & Main Street TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.21 Oxford Road 9 & West Hill Line TWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.01 Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 3 AWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.27 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 17 TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.24 Oxford Road 6 & Commissioners Street TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.06 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8 TWSC Critical Movement E 41 0.67 Oxford Road 7 & North Town Line West TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.21 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 7 TCS Overall B 11 0.31 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 5 TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.05 Oxford Road 33 & Oxford Road 4 TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.29 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 16 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.35 Oxford Road 28 & 31st Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 28 & Oxford Road 6 TWSC Critical Movement B 15 0.22 Oxford Road 18 & Duffy Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 18 & Oxford Road 13 TWSC Critical Movement C 17 0.53 Oxford Road 19 & Church Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 8 & Samuel Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.12 Oxford Road 19 & Oxford Road 13 (North) TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.40 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28 TWSC Critical Movement C 17 0.24 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 119 (North) TCS Overall B 13 0.47 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 9 TWSC Critical Movement E 38 0.32 Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive TCS Overall D 45 0.95 Oxford Road 54 & Oxford Road 35 TCS Overall B 11 0.58 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 15 TCS Overall C 33 0.90 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 TWSC Critical Movement C 23 0.38 Oxford Road 35 & Lansdowne Ave TCS Overall B 12 0.60 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 55 TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.32 Oxford Road 119 & Clarke Road TWSC Critical Movement D 35 0.33 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 12 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 59 TWSC Critical Movement C 18 0.09 Oxford Road 14 & Oxford Road 15 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.17 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 22 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.12 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 14 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.02 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 3 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.08 Oxford Road 46 & King's Highway 19 TWSC Critical Movement C 20 0.30 1 TWSC – Two-way Stop Control, AWSC – All-way Stop Control, TCS – Traffic Control Signal Page 261 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 45 3.4.3 2033 Traffic Operations Table 3.8 summarizes the level of service conditions at the 2033 analysis year and indicates the reviewed intersections are forecast to generally operate with acceptable levels of service and within capacity. However, the following is noted: The eastbound/westbound approaches on Oxford Road 8 at Oxford Road 59 are forecast to operate at LOS F, with a maximum v/c ratio of 0.75; The northbound left-turn movement on Oxford Road 9 at Oxford Road 2 is forecast to operate at LOS E, with a v/c ratio of 0.35; The intersection of Oxford Road 59 and Juliana Drive, overall, is forecast to operate at LOS D and a v/c ratio of 1.05. More specifically, the westbound left-turn movement is forecast to operate at LOS F, with a v/c ratio of 1.30; and The intersection of Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 15, overall, is forecast to operate at LOS D and a v/c ratio of 1.00. More specifically, the northbound left-turn movement is forecast to operate at LOS F, with a v/c ratio of 1.09. The analysis above has included signal timing optimization to account for an increase in traffic volumes within the County. Geometric improvements and/or traffic control improvements are recommended to accommodate future traffic volumes at the 2033 horizon year. Section 5.1 summarizes the recommended improvements. 3.4.4 2038 Traffic Operations Table 3.9 summarizes the level of service conditions at the 2038 analysis year and indicates the reviewed intersections are forecast to operate with acceptable levels of service and within capacity. However, the following is noted: The eastbound/westbound approaches on Oxford Road 8 at Oxford Road 59 are forecast to operate at LOS F, with a maximum v/c ratio of 0.84; The northbound left-turn movement on Oxford Road 9 at Oxford Road 2 is forecast to operate at LOS F, with a v/c ratio of 0.39; The intersection of Oxford Road 59 and Juliana Drive, overall, is forecast to operate at LOS E, and a v/c ratio of 1.13. More specifically, the eastbound through/right-turn and westbound left-turn movements are forecast to operate at LOS F, with v/c ratios of 1.01 and 1.40 respectively; and The intersection of Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 15, overall, is forecast to operate at LOS D, and a v/c ratio of 1.15. More specifically, the northbound left-turn movement is forecast to operate at LOS F, with a v/c ratio of 1.25. Page 262 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 46 The analysis above has included signal timing optimization to account for an increase in traffic volumes within the County. Geometric improvements, and/ or traffic control improvements are recommended to accommodate future traffic volumes at the 2038 horizon year. Section 5.1 summarizes the recommended improvements. Page 263 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 47 TABLE 3.8: 2033 TRAFFIC OPERATIONS SUMMARY Intersection Control1 Critical Movement PM Peak Hour LOS Delay v/c Oxford Road 8 & Cuthbertson Street TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.07 Oxford Road 22 & Oxford Road 8 AWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.18 Oxford Road 59 & Main Street TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.22 Oxford Road 9 & West Hill Line TWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.01 Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 3 AWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.28 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 17 TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.25 Oxford Road 6 & Commissioners Street TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.06 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8 TWSC Critical Movement F 51 0.75 Oxford Road 7 & North Town Line West TWSC Critical Movement B 13 0.22 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 7 TCS Overall B 11 0.33 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 5 TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.05 Oxford Road 33 & Oxford Road 4 TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.32 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 16 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.36 Oxford Road 28 & 31st Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 28 & Oxford Road 6 TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.23 Oxford Road 18 & Duffy Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 18 & Oxford Road 13 TWSC Critical Movement C 18 0.55 Oxford Road 19 & Church Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 8 & Samuel Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.12 Oxford Road 19 & Oxford Road 13 (North) TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.41 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28 TWSC Critical Movement C 18 0.26 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 119 (North) TCS Overall B 13 0.47 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 9 TWSC Critical Movement E 45 0.35 Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive TCS Overall D 54 1.05 Oxford Road 54 & Oxford Road 35 TCS Overall B 11 0.62 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 15 TCS Overall D 39 1.00 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 TWSC Critical Movement D 26 0.42 Oxford Road 35 & Lansdowne Ave TCS Overall B 13 0.64 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 55 TWSC Critical Movement B 15 0.33 Oxford Road 119 & Clarke Road TWSC Critical Movement E 40 0.36 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 12 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.08 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 59 TWSC Critical Movement C 18 0.09 Oxford Road 14 & Oxford Road 15 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.18 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 22 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.12 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 14 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.03 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 3 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.08 Oxford Road 46 & King's Highway 19 TWSC Critical Movement C 21 0.30 1 TWSC – Two-way Stop Control, AWSC – All-way Stop Control, TCS – Traffic Control Signal Page 264 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 48 TABLE 3.9: 2038 TRAFFIC OPERATIONS SUMMARY Intersection Control1 Critical Movement PM Peak Hour LOS Delay v/c Oxford Road 8 & Cuthbertson Street TWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.07 Oxford Road 22 & Oxford Road 8 AWSC Critical Movement A 9 0.19 Oxford Road 59 & Main Street TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.23 Oxford Road 9 & West Hill Line TWSC Critical Movement A 8 0.01 Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 3 AWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.29 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 17 TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.26 Oxford Road 6 & Commissioners Street TWSC Critical Movement C 16 0.07 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8 TWSC Critical Movement F 67 0.84 Oxford Road 7 & North Town Line West TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.24 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 7 TCS Overall B 11 0.35 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 5 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.05 Oxford Road 33 & Oxford Road 4 TWSC Critical Movement C 17 0.34 Oxford Road 119 & Oxford Road 16 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.37 Oxford Road 28 & 31st Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 28 & Oxford Road 6 TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.24 Oxford Road 18 & Duffy Line TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.01 Oxford Road 18 & Oxford Road 13 TWSC Critical Movement C 19 0.58 Oxford Road 19 & Church Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.07 Oxford Road 8 & Samuel Street TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.12 Oxford Road 19 & Oxford Road 13 (North) TWSC Critical Movement B 14 0.44 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28 TWSC Critical Movement C 19 0.28 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 119 (North) TCS Overall B 13 0.44 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 9 TWSC Critical Movement F 57 0.39 Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive TCS Overall E 64 1.13 Oxford Road 54 & Oxford Road 35 TCS Overall B 12 0.69 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 15 TCS Overall D 49 1.15 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 TWSC Critical Movement D 29 0.47 Oxford Road 35 & Lansdowne Ave TCS Overall B 14 0.69 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 55 TWSC Critical Movement C 15 0.36 Oxford Road 119 & Clarke Road TWSC Critical Movement E 48 0.42 Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 12 TWSC Critical Movement A 10 0.08 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 59 TWSC Critical Movement C 19 0.10 Oxford Road 14 & Oxford Road 15 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.19 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 22 TWSC Critical Movement B 11 0.12 Oxford Road 40 & Oxford Road 14 TWSC Critical Movement B 10 0.03 Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 3 TWSC Critical Movement B 12 0.08 Oxford Road 46 & King's Highway 19 TWSC Critical Movement C 22 0.31 1 TWSC – Two-way Stop Control, AWSC – All-way Stop Control, TCS – Traffic Control Signal Page 265 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 49 3.4.5 Summary The results of the intersections analyses indicate the County’s road network is forecast to generally operate at acceptable levels of service at the 2038 horizon. Intersection improvements are mainly confined within Woodstock and on Oxford Road 59 in Hickson. The County should continue to monitor the Highway 401 & Highway 403 interchanges with County Roads, both within the City of Woodstock and the Town of Ingersoll, as these roadways are responsible for carrying large volumes of traffic. These roadways are the backbone of an efficient transportation network and should be maintained as other development occurs to remain efficient corridors. To assist in maintaining an efficient transportation network, the County should explore opportunities to encourage active transportation modes of travel, especially in urban/built-up communities, and transit services, where relevant. While the dispersed nature of the County provides adequate levels of service, this dispersion hinders opportunities for transit services to efficiently service County residents. 3.5 Railway Crossing Future Analysis 3.5.1 Warning System Assessment The standards for warning systems at railway crossings are specified by Transport Canada8 and summarized in Table 3.10. The 2015 Road Needs Study identified future upgrade requirements for the inventoried railway crossings detailed in Section 2.9. The analyses were updated based on the October 2016 train volumes received from CPR and CNR. The analyses forecast the following upgrades and timing, calculated based on the daily rail traffic multiplied by Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) on the intersecting County road: One (1) crossing that warrants flashing lights and bells in the immediate 5-year time frame: • Asset ID 224284 – Oxford Road 19 (Ostrander Road) 0.26 kilometres east of Highway 19. The County completed this upgrade in 2018. This recommendation was also made in a previous report prepared for the County for this crossing by MMM9. 8 Transport Canada. Grade Crossing Standards. July 2014. 9 MMM Group. Safety Crossing Assessment, Oxford Road 19, Ostrander Road. November 2014. Page 266 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 50 TABLE 3.10: RAILWAY CROSSING STANDARDS Warning System Requirements or Grade Separation Requirements Specification Clause (Grade Crossing Standards, July 2014, Transport Canada) Warning System Without Gates: Reflectorized crossbucks, flashing lights and bell (RFB) 9.1 The specifications for a public grade crossing at which a warning system without gates is required are as follows: a) Where the forecast cross-product* is 2,000 or more b) Where there is no sidewalk, path or trail and the railway design speed is more than 129 km/h (80 mph); or c) Where there is a sidewalk, path or trail and the railway design speed is more than 81 km/h (50 mph); or d) where the railway design speed is more than 25 km/h (15 mph) but less than the railway design speed referred to in b) or c), as the case may be, and – where there are two or more lines of railway where railway equipment may pass each other; or – the distance between a Stop sign at an intersection and the nearest rail in the crossing surface is less than 30 m; or – in the case of an intersection with a traffic signal, the distance between the stop line of the intersection and the nearest rail in the crossing surface is less than 60 m, or where there is no stop line, the distance between the travelled way and the nearest rail in the crossing surface is less than 60 m. Warning System with Gates: Reflectorized cross bucks, flashing lights, bell and gates (RFBG) 9.2 Specifications for a public grade crossing at which a warning systems with gates is required are as follows: a) a warning system is required under article 9.1 and; – the forecast cross-product is 50,000 or more; – there are two or more lines of railway where railway equipment may pass each other; – the railway design speed is more than 81 km/h (50 mph); – the distance between a Stop Sign at an intersection and the nearest rail in the crossing surface is less than 30 m; or – in the case of an intersection with a traffic signal, the distance between the stop line of the intersection and the nearest rail in the crossing surface is less than 60 m, or where there is no stop line, the distance between the travelled way and the nearest rail in the crossing surface is less than 60 m. Grade Separation (GS) Current Grade Crossing Standards do not provide specifications for grade separation; however, the following is criteria are common considerations: – Ten year forecast cross-product exceeds 200,000. Historically, 200,000 was an accepted threshold used by Transport Canada and the transportation industry for consideration of grade separation. – Maximum permissible train speeds exceed 130 km/h as previously required by the draft Grade Crossing Regulations (Transport Canada, 2002) or the roadway is classified as a freeway by The Geometric Design Guide for Canadian Road (Transportation Association of Canada, 1996). Cross-product = Number of trains per day on railway x Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) on road Page 267 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 51 Two (2) crossings that warrant the addition of gates to the existing flashing lights and bells in the in the immediate 5 year time frame: • Asset ID 806956 – Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street), 0.97 kilometres west of Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street). Based on the updated train volumes received from CPR in October 2016, Asset ID 806956 (Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street), 0.97 kilometres west of Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street)) has an existing exposure index of 35,750 not 65,000 as documented in the 2015 Road Needs Study. Therefore, unless the daily train volume or AADT increase, gates are not required. • Asset ID 715447 – Oxford Road 4, 0.03 kilometres south of Oxford Road 17. A possible future grade separation study has been identified for the crossing. The Rail Authority is coordinating the installation of gates at this crossing in 2019. One (1) crossing that warrants the addition of gates to the existing flashing lights and bells in the ten-year timeframe: • Asset ID 895929 – Oxford Road 3 (Wilmot Street), 0.93 kilometres north of Oxford Road 29 (Oxford Street). Two (2) crossings that warrant the consideration for grade separation in the in the immediate 5-year timeframe: • Asset ID 59247 – Oxford Road 59 (Wilson Street), 0.3 kilometres south of Dundas Street; and • Asset ID 9293 – Oxford Road 9 (Ingersoll Road), 0.57 kilometres south of Dundas Street. One crossing (Road ID 264210) currently has only crossbucks and a stop sign as warning protection: • Asset ID 264210 – Oxford Road 27 (Prouse Road), 0.25 kilometres west of Highway 19. This crossing has very few trains and therefore no additional protection upgrades were recommended in a previous report prepared for the County for this location by MMM Group10. 3.5.2 Implications of the New Grade Crossing Regulations In an effort to improve the level of safety at railway grade crossings, Transport Canada introduced the Grade Crossings Regulations (the ‘Regulations’) through the Railway Safety Act in November 2014. The Regulations incorporate several requirements that: 10 MMM Group, Safety Crossing Assessment, Oxford Road 27, Prouse Road. November 2014. Page 268 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 52 Establish comprehensive and enforceable safety standards for both new and existing crossings in Canada; Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of railway companies and road authorities; and Ensure that railway companies and road authorities share key safety information with each other. The Regulations incorporate standards based on the best engineering practices known today and make them law. This requires all federally regulated grade crossings in Canada to meet the same standard. Railway companies and road authorities will continue to apply the best options, building on the existing guidelines, for making their crossings as safe as possible. Road authorities are now required to ensure that each at-grade crossing comply with the requirements specified in Sections 19 to 28 and 57 to 67 of the Regulations, which apply to crossing surface design, road approaches, traffic control devices (e.g. warning and regulatory signs and pavement markings), and sightlines for existing grade crossings. The Regulations indicate that existing crossing surfaces must be of a width that is equal to the width of the travelled way and shoulders of the road, plus 0.5 m on each side, measured at right angles to the centreline of the road. Seven (7) crossing locations detailed in Section 2.9 do not meet the standard and require reconstruction by the end of 2023 to comply with the law. Crossing surface is the responsibility of both the rail and road authority. All other existing crossings meet the Regulations for crossing surface design and condition. The County should liaise with the Rail Authority to coordinate the undertaking of grade-level railway crossings safety reviews by technical experts. The safety reviews would entail the following: Review the geometry and undertake a conformance check of present warning system and traffic control device applications; Conduct road user behaviour and positive guidance reviews of what it is indicating to the various road users with specific consideration of road user attention and information processing, visibility, perception- reaction time, and speed choice; Observe overall driver behaviour, conflict potential, and general operations to identify operational issues; and Identify potential remedial measures to address one or more of the safety issues or potential hazards. Page 269 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 53 4 Transportation Vision and Alternative Planning Strategies 4.1 Problem and Opportunity Statement Oxford County is a diverse community facing the challenge of balancing the needs of auto-dependent rural residents, with urban residents seeking alternative forms of transportation including higher order transit, high-speed rail links, walkable communities and cycling infrastructure. By 2038, the County’s population is anticipated to grow approximately 26.9% and employment is expected to increase by approximately 21.3% placing additional demand on the transportation system. The County must provide a balanced transportation strategy with a focus on developing and supporting alternative modes of travel to ensure residents will continue to enjoy the same quality of life and ease of mobility as population and employment increases as well as achieving the goals and objectives of the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan and the County’s 100% Renewable Energy Plan. 4.2 Transportation Vision and Goals A high-level vision for Oxford County is documented in the County Official Plan, setting goals for all aspects of County planning. The TMP furthers defines the transportation vision for the County, to focus on addressing the County’s mobility needs in an effective, responsible and sustainable manner: “Oxford County will be supported by a safe, efficient and sustainable multi-modal transportation network which moves people and goods into and through the County while improving the quality of life for Oxford’s current and future generations.” Oxford County is committed to the concept of sustainable development, which is an approach to meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It is a fundamental guiding principle of the County to consider the short and long- term environmental, community and economic consequences of actions related to land use planning, emphasizing both environmental and human wellbeing as essential ends in themselves. The transportation vision is supported by the following goals: Provide and support multimodal choices for commuters including sustainable modes of travel such as public transit, passenger rail, walking and cycling, in order to further reduce reliance on single occupant vehicle commuter trips; Page 270 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 54 Advocate and promote the foundational development of an integrated passenger rail and intercommunity bus transportation system (“SouthwestLynx”) that would enhance the connection of residents in small urban/rural Southwestern Ontario to each other, larger urban centres, work, social services and shopping, and recreation and entertainment activities; Integrate transportation facilities within the County with services provided by Area Municipalities, adjacent municipalities and provincial/federal government; Minimize conflict between through-traffic and local traffic by refining the designation of local, County and Provincial roads that move people and goods throughout the County safely and efficiently; Maintain and improve the functionality of the County transportation network by maximizing the existing network and underutilized links as well as identifying and making provision for necessary improvements over time; and Promote an integrated and effective strategic goods movement strategy that considers all forms of goods movement (including surface, rail, aggregate and agricultural) and explores the potential for an intermodal terminal. 4.3 Alternative Planning Strategies Phase 2 of the Environmental Assessment process requires documentation and examination of all reasonable alternatives to address the problems and opportunities and achieve the transportation vision, referred to as alternative solutions. The alternative solutions were defined as follows: Alternative 1: “Do Nothing” – This alternative reflects the current condition of the roadway network to the 2038 horizon year, without further investment to increase capacity. Population and employment numbers would grow, but no further transportation projects would be constructed; Alternative 2: “Road Improvements Only” – This alternative builds on the road and highway improvements recommended in the County of Oxford Business Plan and Budget as well as the recommendations to accommodate growth to the year 2038; Alternative 3 “Alternative Transportation Improvements” – This alternative assumes the current road network remains unchanged and is complemented with aggressive active transportation, TDM and transit improvements. These improvements include encouraging walking and cycling, carpooling, new technologies and introducing transit service; and Alternative 4 “Combination of Alternatives 2 and 3” – This alternative combines Alternatives 2 and 3 to provide both roadway capacity required for vehicular travel, supplemented by additional investments in active transportation, TDM and transit. Page 271 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 55 4.4 Evaluation of Alternative Solutions A multiple account evaluation (MAE) framework was developed to compare the four alternative solutions. Selection of the preferred Alternative was based on detailed evaluation criteria that includes the consideration of transportation, natural, social and policy environments, and financial implications. Table 4.1 presents the five evaluation criteria and their applicable measures considered for the Oxford TMP. TABLE 4.1: EVALUATION CRITERIA AND MEASURES Evaluation Criteria Measures Transportation Efficiently moves people and goods Provides connectivity and continuity Supports active transportation Promotes diverse travel choices including transit, high-performance rail and new technologies Natural Environment Protects the natural environmental areas, local streams, aquatic resources, environmentally sensitive areas and air quality Social Environment Improves network connectivity Appropriateness for the changing demographic Support for a healthier community Mobility for all users Policy Environment Compatible with the Provincial Policy Statement and Area Municipality objectives Meets the County’s Official Plan, Strategic Plan, Trails Master Plan and other planning policy objectives Financial Implications Minimizes capital and maintenance costs Reduces cost of congestion For each alternative solution, the evaluation criteria were given a score from 1 to 5 based on the scale provided below the MAE matrix. The alternatives were then ranked in terms of overall score. Table 4.2 displays the MAE matrix for the selection of the preferred alternative strategy. Page 272 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 56 TABLE 4.2: MAE MATRIX EVALUATION OF TMP ALTERNATIVES Transportation Natural Environment Social Environment Policy Environment Financial Implications Overall Rank Alternative 1 4 Alternative 2 3 Alternative 3 2 Alternative 4 1 Alternative 1, while minimizing impact to the natural environment and with no financial implications, does not meet the transportation, social or policy environment objectives, and was therefore screened out. Alternative 2 provides improvements to the road network, but does not support the County’s sustainability and alternative transportation objectives. Additionally, this car-centric alternative greatly impacts the natural environment and does not encourage healthier travel options. Alternative 3 provides strong alternative transportation options, but does not improve the County road network. In the rural areas of Oxford, auto is the predominant mode of travel and should not be overlooked. Alternative 4 builds on Alternatives 2 and 3 by providing both roadway improvements and alternative transportation options. This is reflected in the high rankings for transportation, social and policy objectives. While the financial implications are higher, the overall benefits are aligned with the County’s goals. It is recommended that Alternative 4 be carried forward. 1 2 3 4 5 Does Not Meet Criterion Meets Criterion Page 273 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 57 The scores for each alternative were calculated and ranked based on overall score shown in Table 4.2. The weights of the evaluation criteria were all set to one and sensitivity testing was performed to determine if the weight of criteria would affect the ranking. Multiple tests were performed and indicated the preferred alternative remained the same regardless of the criteria weights. 4.5 Preferred Transportation Strategy to 2038 The analysis of the alternatives based on the MAE framework led to the selection of Alternative 4 – Combination of Alternatives 2 and 3 as the preferred alternative. The preferred TMP strategy and implementation plan to 2038 includes, but is not limited to, the following initiatives: Road Network Strategy • Ongoing implementation of Road Infrastructure Improvements (road widening/urbanization, intersection upgrades, bridge and culvert replacements, railway crossing enhancements, intersection control feasibility studies, etc.); • Corridor Management policies to support County-wide Road Safety Strategy and Traffic Calming approach, Automated Speed Enforcement, and Updated Access Management Guidelines; and • Continued monitoring of the County road network to ensure adequate Traffic Control and Levels of Service are provided. Active Transportation Strategy • Infrastructure and policies to support Active Transportation (walking, cycling, etc.); • Ongoing provisions for wider asphalt platform (with edge line) for on-road cycling as part of regular road resurfacing programs, along with Share the Road signage installation; and • Development of a County-wide Cycling Master Plan. People and Goods Movement Strategy • People and Goods Movement initiatives including advocacy of an integrated Inter-Regional Public Transportation System (“SouthwestLynx” Plan) for intercommunity bus network and enhanced commuter rail service; • Initiatives and policies to promote Transportation Demand Management (carpooling, telecommuting, flexible work hours, ridesharing, etc.), and Page 274 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 58 • Ongoing infrastructure provisions to accommodate transport trucks and agricultural machinery while promoting accessibility and route connectivity. Transportation System Sustainability and New Technology Strategy • Ongoing implementation of Low Carbon Transportation and New Technology alternatives (electric vehicle charging stations, alternative fuel vehicles, roundabout intersection improvements, autonomous vehicles, etc.) This preferred TMP strategy to 2038 will serve to promote multi-modal mobility and the long term sustainability of the overall transportation system. The preferred TMP strategy reflects the rural and urban nature of Oxford County and will have the most promising effects on the transportation system. Page 275 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 59 5 Road Network Strategy A safe and reliable road network is imperative to the overall well-being of the County. The transportation system serving Oxford County is an integrated network of roads (freeways, arterials, collectors and locals); transit services (on-road bus, and VIA rail); pedestrian and cycling facilities (sidewalks, multi-use paths and on road cycling facilities); railways and airports. The County Municipal Roads are primary transportation corridors designed to provide continuous, efficient movement of vehicular traffic and goods movement as part of the overall road network. These roads function as arterials or major collectors, and carry large volumes of traffic, and at relatively high traffic speeds where feasible. County Roads collect traffic from Area Municipality roads and minor collectors and provide a traffic connection for small towns, villages, and rural farming areas. The Road Network Strategy to 2038 serves to support the strategic goals of the TMP and focuses on ongoing implementation of road infrastructure improvements, corridor management policies and traffic control, and railway crossing enhancements as outlined in Sections 5.1 to 5.4 and detailed in Table 9.1. The road network strategy includes ongoing monitoring of the County road network to ensure adequate traffic control and levels of service are afforded throughout the transportation system network. 5.1 Infrastructure Improvements The Infrastructure Improvements are summarized in the TMP Implementation Program as shown in Table 9.1, which include but are not limited to: Annual road capital infrastructure enhancements to maintain the overall system adequacy as an absolute minimum requirement; Major road reconstruction projects to replace road infrastructure nearing the end of its useful service life in order to keep the transportation system in a good state of overall condition; Road urbanization projects which are implemented in built up areas as the need warrants (urbanization will continue to be required as the County’s built-up areas expand); Road intersection improvements/upgrades will continue to be undertaken as traffic volumes/patterns and levels of service change over time; Intersection Control Feasibility Studies in place of certain existing two-way or all-way stop control devices in order to enhance traffic flow. As intersection capacities are met and/or other intersection/roadway construction is completed, intersection control feasibility studies should be conducted; Page 276 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 60 Condition Assessment Studies; Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Studies; and Annual Reviews of Collision Data to identify any areas of concern for consideration and prioritization in future road projects. In addition, the County posts seasonal load limits on several of its roads. These roads should be considered for improvements that would remove the need for load restrictions. These load limit roads typically require reconstruction and/or a Class EA Study be undertaken. The projects identified in the TMP are subject to the applicable policies outlined in the Lake Erie and Thames-Sydenham and Region Source Protection Plan. For the project specific Class EA Studies that will be completed for any Schedule B and C projects identified in the TMP, the Project File reports/Environmental Study Reports will have to identify and describe the specific source protection policies that apply to those projects. 5.2 Road Classification System County roads comprise one component of the overall transportation network within Oxford County and are designed to connect smaller centres to larger centres, and to the Provincial highway system. The original road network in the County consisted of the Provincial “King’s Highway System” which provided major roadway connections between cities and towns in Ontario. However, as the Province’s transportation system has developed, changes of roadway jurisdiction have occasionally occurred to ensure roads under the jurisdiction of the Province serve Provincial transportation needs. The same concept on a smaller scale can be applied to Oxford County’s road network. One of the benefits of road rationalization within the County, is that a low priority roadway currently under the jurisdiction of the County, once transferred, may become a higher priority for the local municipality and see significant improvements over time. Conversely, a higher volume local municipality road may receive a higher level of service under the jurisdiction of the County. The following sections document the road rationalization process undertaken as part of this TMP. 5.2.1 Review Existing Road Network and Classification System Oxford County currently operates and maintains 42 roadways, numbered from Oxford Road 2 to Oxford Road 119, although not all available numbers are used. Road rationalization was completed in the 2009 TMP, which identified the transfer of 16 County roads to local municipalities, and six (6) local road segments to the County. The 2009 study also identified the following four roadways for future review: Page 277 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 61 Oxford Road 23; Oxford Road 25; Oxford Road 22 (north of Bright, and south of Oxford Road 2); and Oxford Road 37, east of Oxford Road 59. The County road network has been reviewed again using the same approach and methodology as the 2009 TMP to ensure the current network meets the needs of Oxford County. The review of road classification is based on the criteria and application to candidate roadways as outlined in the following sections. 5.2.2 Development of Road Classification Criteria The criteria used to confirm the role and function of the existing County roads are based on criteria utilized in the 2009 TMP prepared by AECOM11. Criterion #11 has been newly added and was not part of 2009 TMP Table 5.1 summarizes the weighting applied to each of the eleven criteria. TABLE 5.1: ROAD RATIONALIZAITON CRITERIA WEIGHTS Criteria Weighting 1. Urban Centre Connector 3 2. King’s Highway/Upper Tier Connector 3 3. Heavy Industry Service 2 4. Barrier Service 1 5. Resort Service 1 6. Urban Arterial Extension 3 7. Traffic Speed 1 8. Road Surface 0.5 9. Traffic Volume 0.5 10. Road Right-of-Way 1 11. Annual Load Restrictions 1 Criterion 1 Urban Centre Connector Urban Centre Connectors are designed to connect urban centres to one another, or to provide connection to a King’s Highway. Urban centres are not limited to those found exclusively in Oxford County, but rather include any, and all roadways that connect Oxford County urban centres to urban centres in Oxford County and in external municipalities. 11 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan, Chapter 2.4. Prepared by AECOM. 19 May 2009. Page 278 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 62 Criterion 1 is considered to be the most important criterion, as higher tier roadways should serve as inter-municipal corridors to connect the urban centres within the County. The criterion is intended to identify roads which provide service to and from centres having commercial and possibly industrial land uses. For this criterion, urban centres are defined as areas of concentrated development, rather than ribbon development. The criterion is also not intended to be applied to rural areas in which residential subdivisions are being developed. When, and if, the residential subdivision grows to a significant size, upper tier road criteria service may be considered through the application of all the criteria. Criterion 2 King’s Highway/Upper Tier Connector King’s Highways and Upper Tier Connectors are designed to connect major commercial and industrial areas, universities, hospitals, international border crossings and provincial boundaries to a King’s Highway or Upper Tier Road. This criterion is intended to extend the Kings Highway or upper tier road to connect the mentioned facilities and is not meant to provide for lateral connections between highways/upper tier roads. Where a municipal road appears as a connector but parallels an existing County or Provincial upper tier connector, no points have been applied. For this criterion, major institutional/commercial/industrial complexes are classified as those generating more than 1,000 vehicle trips per day. Criterion 3 Heavy Industry Service Heavy Industry Service roadways are designed to provide service within four (4) kilometres of consistent major attractors or generators of heavy vehicles. It is not intended that upper tier roadways provide service directly to the entrance of every attractor or generator, but rather, provide service close to the industry and that the distribution within the area of the industry be a lower tier responsibility. For this criterion, consistent major attractor or generator is defined as an operation, such as a gravel pit, that operates from nine (9) months or more per year. Criterion 4 Barrier Service These roadways are designed to provide service parallel to and across major barriers to free traffic movement such as freeways, railways, water bodies or congested areas. This criterion is intended to reduce traffic on local roads by providing service parallel to, or across, barriers to traffic movement where upper tier service is justified. Page 279 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 63 Criterion 5 Resort Service These roadways are designed to provide service to major resorts and/or recreational areas. Major resorts and/or recreational areas are defined as an area generating a minimum of 700 vehicle trips per day during the normal season of operation. This criterion is intended to provide upper tier service close to resort and/or recreational areas or to a lower tier road system that distributes the traffic. Criterion 6 Urban Arterial Extension These roadways are designed to provide service as extensions of urban arterial streets, from the urban limits to the first intersection where the average annual daily traffic (AADT) is 700 vehicles per day, then connect to an upper tier road or a Kings Highway by the shortest route. This criterion is intended to provide for the extension of urban arterial streets into the rural areas to connect with an upper tier road or Kings Highway. The urban arterial designation should be extended through intersections where the AADT equals or exceeds 700 vehicles per day on both sides of the intersection. Criterion 7 Traffic Speed Provide service on roads where the maximum speed limit is generally 80 km/h. This criterion is intended to identify roads which have a maximum speed limit of 80 km/h over the majority of their length. Criterion 8 Road Surface Provide service on roads with an asphalt or hard surface. This criterion is intended to identify roads with asphalt or hard surface and good vertical and horizontal geometrics. These roadways are considered to be more appropriate to serve as upper tier roads, as these conditions permit the roadway to better accommodate greater traffic volumes, heavier vehicles and higher speeds. Criterion 9 Traffic Volume Provide service on roads with traffic volumes greater than 1,500 vehicles per day. This criterion is intended to identify roadways with traffic volumes greater than 1,500 vehicles per hour. Criterion 10 Road Right-of-Way Provide service on roadways with at least a 20 metre (66 foot) right-of-way. The intent of this criterion is to identify roadways with a right-of-way equal to 20 metres (66 feet). Page 280 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 64 Criterion 11 Annual Load Restrictions Provide service on roadways without annual load restrictions. The intent of this criterion is to ensure goods movement within the County is permitted on roadways will full load connectivity. Each of the above noted criteria was applied to the existing upper tier road system, and local roads identified by each municipality as providing through traffic service. 5.2.3 Summary of Road Classification Review Preliminary application of the Road Rationalization criteria (denoted in Section 5.2.2) identified a number of road sections as candidates for transfer from the County to the Area Municipalities, and vice-versa. Further discussion with the respective Area Municipalities is required in order to consider such potential road transfers following the current review of regional government in Ontario. Actions: Monitor the County road network to ensure adequate jurisdiction between Area Municipalities and the Provincial Highway network; and Consider transfer of certain roadways to the County based on consultation and input from Area Municipalities following the current review of regional government in Ontario. 5.3 Corridor Management Policies Corridor management refers to the practice of identifying and implementing a mutually supportive set of strategies to maintain and enhance access, mobility, safety, economic development and environmental quality along a transportation corridor. Section 5.1.1 of the County’s Official Plan details the strategic approach to the transportation system which aligns with corridor management practices. The corridor management actions noted below will serve to enhance the transportation system network: Actions: Review and update the County’s Access Management Guidelines to reflect current road design standards and best practices; Develop a County Wide Traffic Calming/Speed Management Policy to identify conditions where traffic management and traffic calming measures are warranted; Page 281 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 65 In partnership with the Area Municipalities, consider the potential implementation of automated speed enforcement in accordance with the Safer School Zones Act, Maintain the Emergency Detour Routing to facilitate safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the County; Collaborate with municipal partners and stakeholders to develop a Road Safety strategy that prioritizes safety for road users (motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and persons with mobility assisting devices); Implement a Road Occupancy Permit process for all third-party undertakings within the County Right-of-Way; and Continue to maintain a detailed database of all collisions occurring in the County. 5.4 Railway Crossings Enhancements The adequacy of Railway Crossings infrastructure across the County-wide road network is evaluated through the Road Needs Study (at- --grade road crossings) every 5 years and the Bridge Needs Study (grade separated crossings) every 2 years. The County shares this information with the appropriate Rail Authority to facilitate discussions and capital planning regarding any future necessary railway crossing infrastructure repairs, rehabilitations, etc. Maintenance, repair, and upgrades of grade level railway crossings is a joint responsibility of the Road and Rail Authorities. This work requires scheduling with the Rail Authority to ensure safety of traffic (road and rail) and work crews. Planning and coordination of this work can pose several challenges as both parties may have different priorities that are subject to change on short notice. Actions: Upgrade railway grade crossings (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities; and Review railway grade separations (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities. Page 282 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 66 6 Active Transportation Strategy The Active Transportation Strategy to 2038 serves to support the strategic goals of the TMP and involves infrastructure / policies to support Active Transportation (walking, cycling, etc.) as well as the development of an integrated County-wide Cycling Master Plan (CMP) as described in Sections 6.1 to 6.3 and detailed in Table 9.1. 6.1 Introduction The emphasis on active transportation involving walking and cycling is not only Council policy but a community desire. This became evident during TMP public consultations. There is general support in the community that transportation planning and future road upgrades should accommodate on-street cycling and pedestrian infrastructure within the road right-of-way. There was also expression of support for increasing the investment in active transportation infrastructure though the active modes are not likely to become the major modes of choice for travel in the County. The use of active modes, especially walking, is significant in the three urban Area Municipalities of the County: Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg. It is the objective of the new TMP to significantly increase the use of active modes from their current levels in the three Large Urban Centres and in the County as a whole. This chapter is devoted to addressing policy changes and practical measures that will be required to achieve the intended increases in walking and cycling modal shares, including the following: Review existing policies of the County and adjacent municipalities, as well as current Provincial policies and guidelines, and recommend appropriate changes to the County’s Official Plan; Identify existing opportunities and constraints associated with the provision of walking and cycling facilities and programs and explore ways of enhancing and expanding them; and Recommend suitable strategies for encouraging and promoting walking and cycling in the County. A lack of physical activity generates negative effects on individual and community health and safety, the environment and economy. This is further compounded by our reliance on motor vehicles for day-to-day commuter trips and recreational trips. As people become more aware of the impacts of inactive lifestyles, they look to municipal staff to help develop solutions including the development and implementation of sustainable land use and transportation strategies with a focus on active transportation and recreation. Improving active transportation methods such as walking and cycling and reducing automobile traffic can help make communities more liveable. Active transportation networks create environments that are pleasant and safe with reduced noise and pollution. This can help encourage more social interaction Page 283 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 67 within a neighbourhood and create a strong sense of community. In addition, active transportation networks provide a form of mobility for people without regular access to a vehicle and have limited mobility choices. Strategic investments in both infrastructure and outreach to support active transportation can lead to a number of key benefits: Transportation – Reduced road congestion and increased road safety for all users; Environment – Reduced vehicle traffic volumes, emissions, air pollution and energy consumption; Community – health and wellbeing, improved quality of life; Economy – Reduced health care costs, reduced vehicle costs (fuel, repair, maintenance), increased tourism, and increased commercial and residential investment. The goal of active transportation policies is to reduce single occupant vehicle trips and to encourage and provide opportunities for active transportation. Transitioning away from fossil fuels and enhancing low carbon transportation is an objective outlined in the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan and is consistent with the County’s 100% Renewable Energy and Green Fleet Plans. 6.2 Existing Policies, By-Laws and Facilities The County of Oxford Official Plan sets out the objective of the County’s transportation policy as the provision of a safe and efficient multi-modal transportation system capable of moving people and goods into and through the County both at the present and in the future. The County’s current cycling initiatives were implemented as part of the Cycling Policies developed in Chapter 5 of the 2009 Oxford County TMP, and include the following: • Wider asphalt surface and white edge line as part of resurfacing projects, where roadway widths permit; • Facilitation of a County wide Cycling Advisory Committee; • Installation of Share the Road signs; and • Consideration of cycling facilities as part of road reconstruction projects. Providing a wider asphalt surface with a white edge line delineates the travel lane for vehicles with a partially paved shoulder for cyclists. The line painting provides a 3.35 lane width for vehicles serving as a traffic calming feature and also reduces vehicular traffic from travelling on the edge of the asphalt which minimizes edge cracking and shoulder drop off. Page 284 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 68 6.2.1 Bikeways Oxford County In keeping with the Official Plan objective, the County recognizes the viability of cycling as a mode of transportation and the environmental and social benefits of cycling. As such, the County commits to encouraging its usage as an alternative mode of transportation. Specifically, the County has endorsed the preparation of a Cycling Master Plan in 2020 to establish cycling networks and to determine priorities for cycling facilities and networks that would be implemented as part of its continuous program of transportation network improvement. Area Municipalities The transportation requirements of the Area Municipalities of Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg are included in the County of Oxford Official Plan. The Official Plan policies echo the County’s objectives outlined above and recommend preparation of a comprehensive Cycling Plan in collaboration with the Area Municipalities. Moreover, the policy recommends provision of adequate parking facilities for bicycles as a condition of development approval in the respective municipalities. The respective municipalities are expected to lead by example by providing accessible and sufficient bicycle parking at all municipal owned and operated facilities in order to promote the use of bicycles. The Area Municipalities also have a number of trails around parks and popular recreational facilities that would provide starting points in the development of comprehensive cycling networks within each of the municipalities. Provincial Guidelines The Government of Ontario provides guidelines on bicycle safety including bicycle handling and cycling skills. The safety guidelines cover helmet usage and regulations as to which highways cycling is permitted on in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act. The purpose of Ontario Traffic Manual Book 18 Cycling Facilities12 is to, “provide information and guidance for transportation practitioners, and to promote uniformity of treatment in the design, application and operation of traffic control devices and systems across Ontario”. For cycling facilities, this includes outlining the types of facilities, providing route selection criteria, facility selection tools and facility design tools. 12 Ontario Traffic Manual, Book 18, Cycling Facilities, Queen’s Printer for Ontario, December 2013 Page 285 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 69 CycleON: Ontario’s Cycling Strategy is the province’s 20-year plan designed to encourage the growth of cycling and improve the safety of people who cycle across the Province. The Strategy’s Vision is to have cycling in Ontario recognized, respected and valued as a core mode of transportation that provides individuals and communities with health, economic, environmental, social and other benefits by 2033. The Strategy includes five aspirational goals to measure progress: Ontario is recognized as the best Canadian province for cycling and ranked among the top 10 jurisdictions worldwide for cycling. At least one Ontario city is ranked among the 10 most bike-friendly cities in the world; Built environment in most Ontario communities support and promotes cycling for all trips under 5 kilometres; Ontario’s cycling environment is safe for people of all ages, striving to achieve a record of zero injuries; Ontario’s cities and towns have interconnected networks of safe cycling routes enabling people to cycle to work, school, home and key destinations; and Ontario has an integrated province-wide network of cycling routes. Achieving the Strategy’s Vision requires a commitment from all partners for integrated action to: Design healthy, active and prosperous communities; Improve cycling infrastructure; Make highways and streets safer; Promote cycling awareness and behavioural shifts; and Increase cycling tourism in Ontario. 6.2.2 Cycling Facility Types Bicycle facilities can be provided either on-road where cyclists share the road space with motor vehicles, or off-road on separate paths or trails. The choice of what facility to provide at any given location depends on a number of factors including the location of the road, the posted speed limit, road width, available right-of-way and possibilities of retrofitting. Given the County road network is intended to serve higher traffic volumes at higher traffic speeds, with reduced interruption, many types of cycling facilities would not be applicable. The various types of cycling facilities applicable to Oxford County roads are detailed in two categories – shared and separated and the characteristics of facilities within each category summarized below: Page 286 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 70 Shared Facilities Shared Use Lanes – Technically all roadways are shared routes unless signed otherwise. That said, routes expressly forming part of a cycle network should be signed and marked properly for awareness, consistency and wayfinding. Shared use lanes are typically only considered for local and (sub)urban roads where traffic volumes and motor vehicle operating speeds are low. Signs and pavement markings (sharrows) should be installed on these routes to remind drivers and cyclists to share the road. Paved Shoulders – Paved shoulders on roadways with rural cross-sections are also considered shared routes. In addition to serving stopped, disabled and emergency vehicles, the paved shoulder can be used by cyclists. 6.2.3 Walkways Oxford County County Council has acknowledged that within their long-term plans and when budgets allow, there is a necessity to provide a safe, convenient and aesthetically pleasing pedestrian environment, where the County road system forms part of a designated Village, Serviced Village or Large Urban Centre and to make them safer and more user friendly by: Generally supporting the provision of sidewalks on both sides of County roads within designated Villages, Serviced Villages or Large Urban Centres except where the road is within an Employment Area are an exception where sidewalks may be provided only on one side of a street; Ensuring that sidewalks associated with the County road network are, where possible, sufficiently set back from adjacent roadways to allow for snow storage, adequate drainage and safety for pedestrians; Ensuring that new or replacement pedestrian facilities forming part of the County road network provide barrier-free access from the road network for the disabled and elderly and persons pushing a stroller or cart; and The existing pedestrian network associated with the County road network shall be maintained and replaced where appropriate by the Area Municipality with jurisdiction. Designs for new pedestrian facilities must reflect at minimum, current industry accepted standards. The pedestrian facility/sidewalk/walkway designs should accommodate persons of all abilities. As an example, sidewalks should be built to a width that will accommodate two wheelchairs to allow passing and/or overtaking manoeuvres and provide safe grades where grade separations exist from one pedestrian facility to the next. Page 287 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 71 The pedestrian planning guidelines can be found within the Ontario Provincial Standards Documents (OPSD), the Geometric Design Guide for Canadian Roads (TAC), the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Works Design Manual, and the Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM). Pedestrian infrastructure must also be implemented in accordance with current AODA standards. 6.2.4 Walking (Pedestrian) Facility Types Pedestrian facilities can be provided either roadside where pedestrian facilities are provided in the road right-of-way or off-road on separate paths or trails. The off-road paths and trails may be available for the exclusive use of pedestrian or as shared multi-use pathways and trails that are usually shared with cyclists. The choice of what facility to provide at any given location depends on a number of factors including the location of the road, the posted speed limit, road width, available right-of-way and possibilities of retrofitting. The various types of pedestrian facilities and where they may be used are discussed further below. Roadside Pedestrian Facilities Sidewalk: Sidewalks are paved pathways that are located on the side of the road that are separated from the travel lane by a curb. Sidewalks may be on one or both sides of the road and are designated space for pedestrians only; Sidewalk and Boulevard: Paved pathways that are located on the side of the road that are separated from the travel lane by a curb. Sidewalks may be on one or both sides of the road and are designated space for pedestrians only; Roadside Trail: A route contained within a maintained road right-of- way either with a separated pathway or widened road shoulders; and Wide Shoulder: A wide shoulder provides larger width to better accommodate roadside walking. Shoulder may be paved or unpaved. Off-Road Pedestrian Facilities Pedestrian Pathway: Pedestrian pathways are paved pathways located at the roadside (but not within the right-of-way) or provided between private properties to connect sidewalks or walking trails; Multi-Use Pathways: Multi-use pathways are facilities that are intended for use by both cyclists and pedestrians. For that reason, they are usually wide enough to provide sufficient space for cycling and walking without any conflicts. Like the cycling paths, they can be provided within a road’s right-of-way or in other corridors to serve any two origin and destination points; and Trails (Cycling or Multi-Use): Trails are similar to cycling paths or multi-use pathways, but are usually provided in wooded nature parks or other recreational facilities where they serve primarily recreational purposes. Page 288 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 72 6.2.5 Oxford County Trails Master Plan Oxford County developed the first County-wide Trails Master Plan in 2014, to encourage active transportation and recreation and promote a consistent County-wide approach to trail development. The plan is intended to respond to emerging community trends and the increasing demand for a continuous and connected system of off-road trails linked by walking paths and on-road cycling routes within rural areas and urban centres. The plan builds on existing trails and on-road cycling facilities (such as the Thames River Trail, Trans Canada Trail and Hickson Trail), bridges gaps in the existing system, highlights potential opportunities for destination trails, as well as establishes roles, responsibilities and priorities for future consideration and implementation. 6.3 Active Transportation Strategy Policies Active transportation offers an alternative to trips made by automobile, especially for trips covering short distances. Increased reliance on active transportation, by itself or in combination with other sustainable modes, would not only help reduce the strain on the transportation system but will have significant individual, societal, environmental and economic benefits. While active transportation modes account for a relatively small share of overall travel demand, it is imperative the provision of facilities and programs to support their use are implemented to develop a more sustainable transportation system. An increased share of trips made by active transportation would contribute towards the sustainability of the network, reduce transportation-related pollutant emissions, provide health benefits and increase peoples’ connection to their communities. The County wishes to promote a sustainable active transportation infrastructure where non-auto modes are increasingly recognized as a viable means of transportation. Non-motorized transport provides many benefits to users and non-users alike, including travel choice and mobility, affordability, reduced road congestion, infrastructure savings, improved health, recreation and enjoyment, environmental protection, and economic development. 6.3.1 Active Transportation Network Considerations The following components are considered in expanding Oxford County’s existing active transportation network and will be used to assist in its evolution: Safety – Reducing risk to users and providing comfortable facilities will be key considerations when selecting routes for the network. The confidence and acceptance of the network can be instilled in users by reducing real and perceived risk; Page 289 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 73 Visible – Active transportation routes should be a visible component of the transportation network; Direct/Connected – The Active Transportation network should link communities and important destinations throughout the County such as commercial, employment and residential areas, community centres, leisure, recreation and tourist destinations, parks, schools, etc. The County-wide network should link existing and planned Active Transportation and trail facilities at the local municipal level and should be seamlessly connected to neighbouring municipalities. Active Transportation routes will provide crossings of major barriers (e.g. railways, highways, major arterial roads, valleys and rivers etc.) at appropriate locations; Integration with Other Modes – The network should be integrated with other modes of transportation, particularly public transit. Routes will provide access to existing and future/planned transit stations and multi-modal terminals; Attractive and Scenic – Routes should take advantage of attractive and scenic areas, view and vistas. Routes should provide users with the opportunity to experience and appreciate the natural and cultural heritage assets throughout the County; Accessible – To the extent that is possible and practical, routes will be designed to be accessible for residents of Oxford County, and for users of varying physical ability. Where possible, facilities should be designed to be consistent with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Trailhead signs should communicate the level of accessibility so users can make informed decisions about using various routes; Cost Effective – The cost to implement and maintain the Active Transportation and trail network and supporting facilities/amenities should be phased over time and designed to be affordable and appropriate in scale for the County and the local municipalities. User safety will not be compromised in the interest of minimizing initial construction or ongoing operational costs. Opportunities for partnerships with other levels of government and outside organizations should be pursued wherever possible; and Sustainable and Well Designed – Sustainability will be a key consideration in the alignment, design and selection of materials for the system. Supportive facilities such as benches, garbage receptacles, information signs and bicycle parking should be located at nodes and key destinations where they can be easily serviced. Page 290 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 74 6.3.2 Active Transportation Implementation Policy The implementation policy and actions noted below will serve to the active transportation network as noted below: Policy: The County will encourage the development of a system of bicycle and pedestrian facilities to link major public open spaces, activity centres and the transportation network in a manner that enhances the quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors. Actions: Update active transportation policies to include the following in addition to the existing policies: Policies on active transportation (detailed as pedestrian and cycling) should be updated to further guide planning and encouragement of active transportation. Specifically: • Continue with the program to provide a wider asphalt platform with edge line on rural roads as part of regular resurfacing programs and incorporate cycling facilities as part of any urban road reconstruction (as recommended in the 2009 TMP); • Facilitate trail development and implementation in accordance with the Trails Master Plan; • Include property for active transportation routes with the land requirements for roads (where possible); and • Design active transportation routes based on the principles of accessibility, connectivity, continuity, directness of route, safety, convenience and comfort; • Prepare a County-wide Cycling Master Plan in partnership with the Area Municipalities; and • Update Pedestrian Crossing Policy to Align with OTM Book 15. Develop a County-wide Cycling Master Plan (CMP) in partnership with the Area Municipalities specifically to: Provide the framework to guide implementation of a County-wide cycling network and supportive programs over the next 10 + years; Build on the work detailed in the TMP and the Trails Master Plan to provide a long-term network for the County; and Identify opportunities to expand on and enhance cycling initiatives previously undertaken by the County. Page 291 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 75 Consistent with the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan, the Cycling Master Plan should continue to develop a network of bike lanes throughout Oxford County, including physically separated trails (where feasible) and paved shoulders. The CMP should also look at commuter cycling opportunities that will connect residential areas to commercial and employment areas. Active transportation cycling infrastructure will be designed in accordance with the Ontario Traffic Manual – Book 18. In June 2016, an update to OTM Book 15 – Pedestrian Crossing Treatments was released which provides practical guidance and application information on the planning, design, and operation of pedestrian roadway crossings treatments for transportation practitioners and to promote uniformity of approaches across Ontario. The current Oxford County Pedestrian Crossing Policy should be updated to reflect the current practice outlined in OTM Book 15. Page 292 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 76 7 People and Goods Movement Strategy The people and goods movement strategy to 2038 serves to support the strategic goals of the TMP and includes ongoing advocacy of an integrated Inter-Regional Public Transportation System (“SouthwestLynx” Plan) for intercommunity bus network and enhanced commuter rail service; and initiatives and policies to promote Transportation Demand Management (carpooling, telecommuting, flexible work hours, etc.), as described in Sections 7.1 to 7.4 and detailed in Table 9.1. 7.1 People Movement The County and other Southwestern Ontario communities were previously serviced by a system of privately-operated bus routes that connected over 100 communities; however, the increased access and popularity of the personal automobile along with costly and low frequency commuter rail has all but reduced inter-regional transit to a shadow of its former service. The prevalence of the personal automobile, perceived as inexpensive, convenient, and comfortable, in conjunction with competition from other carriers including GO Transit and VIA Rail Canada have reduced the inter-regional service network to one route.13 Greyhound Canada currently operates inter-city transit services via Woodstock, and Ingersoll. Inter- regional connections are provided to London, Toronto, Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton; however, no service to other towns within the County is provided. The travel patterns outlined in the Journey to Work data (Section 2.6) indicate that about 29% of County residents travel outside the County for work. In comparison, the number of non-County residents travelling to work in the County (from neighbouring municipalities such as Elgin County, Middlesex County, Brant County, Haldimand County/Norfolk County predominately) is slightly higher. At present, public bus and rail transit service linking Oxford County to the neighbouring municipalities (Middlesex, Haldimand, Norfolk, Elgin and Brant Counties and the Region of Waterloo) is limited to the minimal service offerings provided by Greyhound Canada and VIA Rail Canada. Commuters desiring more fulsome public and rail transit travel options are currently required to travel to the neighbouring municipalities of Branford, Waterloo, Guelph and Hamilton (including Aldershot) to access the additional service options (GO bus, GO rail, VIA Rail Canada and municipal transit service) that link service to Southern/Southwestern Ontario area, the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area (GTHA) and Niagara Region. 13 County of Oxford. New Directions: Advancing Southwestern Ontario’s Public Transportation Opportunities. April 2016. Page 293 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 77 The Counties two airports located in Woodstock and Tillsonburg are not currently accessible by non-auto modes (public transit and rail) of transportation. The lack of bus and rail public transit modes of transportation between the County, its airports and the surrounding municipalities highlights the need for increased service frequency and route options and the need for additional services that connect the County both internally (between public transit services and the airports) and externally to the neighbouring municipalities. 7.1.1 SouthwestLynx Plan In 2018, Oxford County published SouthwestLynx: Integrated High- Performance Public Transportation for Southwestern Ontario, a plan to address the public transportation access and mobility deficiencies threatening Southwestern Ontario’s economic, social and environmental destiny. The plan endorses creating a high-performance rail (HPR) core system to significantly improve the current Southwestern Ontario rail passenger services, establishing a coordinated network of connecting intercommunity transportation services and linking them with multimodal hubs, to improve the County’s public transportation system. The SouthwestLynx Plan is scalable and incremental, and it can be completed at a lower and more readily verifiable cost than required for the proposed Toronto-London-Windsor high-speed rail project. It requires only minor land acquisition, severs no agricultural properties, includes rail freight benefits and provides a broader range of transportation improvements offering better value compared with high-speed rail. Figure 7.1 and Figure 7.2 illustrate the proposed inter-community bus service network for Southwestern Ontario and Oxford County, respectively, while Figure 7.3 displays the proposed HPR passenger rail corridors that can be accommodated within the existing rail corridors serving Southwestern Ontario. The SouthwestLynx Plan shown in Figure 7.4 proposes a fully integrated public transportation solution where high-performance passenger rail is complemented with an intercommunity bus network. This proposed network will connect residents of small/urban Southwestern Ontario to each other, larger urban centres, work, social services and shopping, recreation and entertainment activities. Page 294 of 816 Proposed Inter-Community Bus Service (Southwestern Ontario) Figure 7.1Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Source: SouthwestLynx Page 295 of 816 Proposed Inter-Community Bus Service (Oxford County) Figure 7.2Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Source: SouthwestLynx Page 296 of 816 Proposed High-Performance Rail Corridors Figure 7.3Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Source: Connecting Southwestern Ontario –Taking the Southwestern regional transportation discussion further, August 2018 Page 297 of 816 The SouthwestLynx Plan Figure 7.4Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Source: SouthwestLynx Page 298 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 82 7.1.2 Key Elements of the SouthwestLynx Plan SouthwestLynx proposes a fully integrated public transportation solution that will serve the people and businesses of Southwestern Ontario. As well, because both existing rail corridors are utilized, the SouthwestLynx proposal has the potential to enhance passenger rail opportunities to more than 1 million more people in Hamilton, Brantford and Niagara Region. All of the SouthwestLynx passenger rail improvements have the added benefit of providing much needed freight rail enhancements and capacity improvements that will serve Southwestern Ontario. Key elements of the SouthwestLynx Plan include: Practical, affordable and implementable alternative to High Speed Rail; Optimizes existing north and south rail corridors, proposing solutions to key capacity constraint areas including: • CN-Halton Subdivision; • CN-Guelph Subdivision; • Bayview Junction; • CN-Dundas Subdivision; and • CN-CP Woodstock-Komoka. Major passenger rail service improvements: • Toronto to London: increase from 7 return trips daily to 30 return trips daily; • Toronto to Windsor: increase from 4 return trips daily to 8 return trips daily; and • Toronto to Sarnia: increase from 1 return trip daily to 4 return trips daily. Enhances existing rail service to: • Toronto to Brantford/Woodstock/Ingersoll: increase from 5 return trips daily to 15 return trips daily; and • Toronto to Kitchener/Stratford/St. Marys: increase from 2 return trips daily to 15 return trips daily. Southwestern Ontario-centric proposal that maintains passenger rail connections to Woodstock, Ingersoll, Stratford and St. Marys; Fully integrated intercommunity transportation network connecting people across Southwestern Ontario; Leverages GTHA planned rail improvements to enhance passenger rail opportunities to over 1 million people in Hamilton, Brantford and Niagara; and Enhances freight rails capacity and negates costly options that delay other planned works. Page 299 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 83 Actions: In partnership with provincial/federal governments, municipalities and motor coach industry, support the development of an integrated public transportation system implementation plan for an Intercommunity Bus Network and an enhanced commuter rail service, as identified within the “SouthwestLynx” Report (2018). As part of the process, the County should: • Promote the re-establishment of an Inter-community Bus Network (Figure 7.1 and Figure 7.2) through discussion with the neighbouring municipalities, the motor coach industry and the Province of Ontario; • Advocate federal agencies (Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Rail companies) to examine the potential for High- Performance Rail on the existing north and south rail corridors (via strategic infrastructure improvements as per Figure 7.3) that is fully integrated with the inter-community transportation system and goods movement; • Advocate for enhanced passenger rail service on the north and south rail corridors which offers increased train frequency and reliability; and • Integrate with local transit and ensure adequate first/last mile transportation options. Page 300 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 84 7.2 Carpool Lots Carpool lots provide the ability for people with common, or close destinations to meet at a facility and carpool to their destination(s). Carpooling provides an easy to implement solution for reducing sole occupant personal vehicle use and encouraging the travelling public to consider carpooling as a transportation option. Carpool lots can take on formal parking facilities such as designated parking lots, or informal facilities on private properties such as at shopping plazas or transit terminals. Providing infrastructure and encouraging its use allows the travelling public to consider options beyond the personal vehicle to complete their daily trips, whether within the County itself, or beyond. At present, TDM options (carpool and working from home) account for about 15% of all home-work trips within the County. Overall, the County considers this level of TDM mode share very successful and their goal is to maintain it through to at least 2038. With a sound and reasonable strategy in place, the County should be able to sustain and support this level of carpooling into the future. Sections 7.2.1 to 7.2.3 outline the recommended strategy and actions. These are further detailed in Table 9.1. 7.2.1 Existing Carpool Lots The following official carpool lot is currently in operation within the County, as documented by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation14 and County staff: Highway 401 & Highway 19/Plank Line: located in the northwest quadrant of interchange 218, the lot provides 88 parking spaces, including seven (7) barrier-free spaces. Highway 19/Plank Line is the primary north-south route between Ingersoll and Tillsonburg and provides a central location for motorists to meet for carpooling purposes. Consultation with the County and MTO identified the following existing informal carpool lots: Quality Inn and Suites (580 Bruin Blvd): an informal carpool lot located within the existing parking lot. This location provides good connectivity to Highway 401 for residents within Woodstock, and includes three (3) electric vehicle charging stations. This location as serves as a pick-up/drop off for airport shuttle service; 14 Bakalarczyk, Robert (Head, West Region Traffic, MTO) Letter to Frank Gross (Manager of Transportation and Waste Management Services). Commuter Parking Lots. 16 July 2018. Page 301 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 85 Highway 401 & Oxford Road 29: an informal carpool lot located on the existing shoulder of the roadway. Two (2) electric vehicle charging stations are also included in the Mister Steak Highway Travel Plaza at this location; Highway 401 & Oxford Road 15 (Towerline Road): an informal, gravel surfaced, carpool lot located east of Highway 401, on the south side of Oxford Road 15; and Highway 401 & Oxford Road 10: an informal, carpool lot located within the existing Comfort Inn & Suites parking lot. This location provides good connectivity to Highway 401 for residents within Ingersoll. 7.2.2 Carpool Opportunities The 2016 Journey to Work dataset identified significant work-related trips are made between Oxford County and the surrounding municipalities. The significant work-related trips to neighbouring regions and counties indicate prevalent travel along Highway 403 and Highway 401. The existing interchanges with these highway systems provide excellent opportunities for formal carpool parking lots. The County has identified the potential for a formal carpool lot at the intersection of Oxford Road 15 and Oxford Road 55. The intersection of these County roads provides a centralized location between Highway 403 and Highway 401. Additionally, the following locations are suggested for carpool lots within the County based on commuter travel patterns and discussion with the County: Sobey’s Plaza (678 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg); and Travel Centres of America (TA) Truck Stop (535 Mill Street, Woodstock) At the time of writing, MTO was undertaking a study to determine the location and feasibility of carpool lots adjacent to or near the Highway 401 corridor in the County. The results of this study were not available at the writing of this report. Figure 7.5 illustrates the official, unofficial conversion candidates and recommended carpool lots in Oxford County. 7.2.3 Multi-Modal Support at Carpool Lots It is recognized that the lack of convenient first mile/last mile options can impact people’s willingness to consider other transportation options including carpooling. The installation of secure bike lockers at the carpool lots, that are located within reasonable distance from residential areas, may enhance the carpooling option in this regard. Page 302 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 86 Actions: Advocate for and support the development and maintenance of carpool lots along the Highway 401 and Highway 403 corridors with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and private land owners, including: Highway 401 at Oxford Road 29 (interchange 250); Highway 401 at Towerline Road (interchange 236); Highway 401 at Culloden Road (interchange 216); Quality Inn (580 Bruin Boulevard, Woodstock); Oxford Road 15 at Oxford Road 55; Sobey’s Plaza (678 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg); and Travel Centres of America (TA) Truck Stop (535 Mill Street, Woodstock). Consider connectivity with cycling and public transit to carpool lots located within reasonable distance from residential areas to support first mile/last mile transportation. Page 303 of 816 Official, Conversion Candidates and Recommended Carpool Lots Figure 7.5Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 8 5 63 2 4 7 1 Existing Lot Hwy 401 & Highway 19 Lots Selected for Conversion Hwy 401 at Oxford Road 29 Hwy 401 & Towerline Rd Hwy 401 & Culloden Road Quality Inn (580 Bruin Blvd) Oxford Rd 15 & Oxford Rd 55 Recommendation Locations Sobey’s plaza (678 Broadway) TA Truck Stop (535 Mill St) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 LEGEND Page 304 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 88 7.3 Work From Home Work from home (WFH) has been highly successful in increasing TDM mode share within Oxford County. More businesses are encouraging flexible work arrangements such as WFH, telecommuting and flexible work hours, leading to a reduction peak period travel demand. To 2038, the County’s goal is to maintain the current TDM mode share of 15%. Continued support for TDM measures, will help ensure the County maintains this target goal. Actions: Consider engaging the business community and other participants through ongoing TDM marketing and education. Support TDM measures for residents and businesses by providing TDM information on the County website. Demonstrate leadership in sustainable transportation by promoting TDM initiatives (i.e. flexible work hours, telecommuting, work from home, ridesharing, etc.). 7.4 Goods Movement Safe and efficient movement of goods and services within and through the County is essential for sustainable economic growth and is an important component of the County’s economy in attracting and retaining a wide range of industries and businesses. Oxford County can be considered a conduit for trade and tourism between the Greater Toronto Area, and Southwestern Ontario and the United States. International trade and goods movement through this area into and out of Canada’s economic heartland are important to the Local, Regional and Provincial economies. Trucking is a principal means of goods transport in Southern Ontario with highways linking to all major manufacturing centres and international border crossings. The demand for truck transport remains a competitive mode of goods distribution. Trucking provides inter-modal goods transport connectivity between rail, air and marine transport facilities and market destination. Within Oxford County, aggregate haulage and agriculture are important to the local economy. The County road network should support the movement of these vehicles to and from their destination. Aggregate and agricultural vehicles are required to select the shortest route possible to and from the County road network. Additionally, the freight railways are vital components of the County’s multi-modal goods transportation system. Canada’s Class I railways, CN and CP, and the “first and last mile” short line feeders, have evolved in a time and cost-sensitive trading environment in competition with other modes, particularly trucking. This system is part of a North American grid of more than 300,000 route-kilometres that connects Southwestern Ontario to domestic, cross-border and global markets, the latter through Atlantic, Pacific and Gulf ports. Page 305 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 89 In 2018, Oxford County published Steel Corridor of Opportunity: Maximizing the Benefits of Southwestern Ontario’s Freight Railways, which outlines recommendations to maximize the success of the County’s freight railways. The plan details how evolutionary changes in the United States has jeopardized the economic environmental competitiveness of Southwest Ontario railways and outlines strategies to maximize the benefits of rail transportation. A key missing feature to support freight and goods movement in Southwestern Ontario is an intermodal terminal to facilitate freight and trucking goods movement. An intermodal terminal would increase transportation efficiency, reduce costs and remove rail and highway bottlenecks. The SouthwestLynx Plan (noted in Section 7.1.1 and Section 7.1.2) recognizes that any investment in passenger rail infrastructure improvements on the existing rail corridors will also promote freight rail movement by providing much needed rail and capacity enhancements. Actions: Explore options for provision of an intermodal terminal that is accessible to Class 1 and short line railways and well connected to the 400-series highways (ideally between the Highway 401/402 and Highway 401/403 junctions) and the existing arterial roadway network. Construct truck route roadways to arterial road specifications and provide adequate turning radii and turning lane storage to accommodate freight, aggregate and agricultural vehicles. Support the use of more fuel-efficient vehicles and options for alternative modes for deliveries. Provide adequate height and width under bridges when constructing new roads or undertaking road rehabilitation to facilitate existing rail services and transport trucks. Foster the formation of a Southwest Ontario rail corridor coalition to facilitate expansion of the region’s rail freight system as recommended in Steel Corridors of Opportunity report (2018). Page 306 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 90 7.5 Multi-Modal Facilities A multi-modal facility is a feature of a transportation system in which several modes of transportation (walking, cycling, personal vehicle, bus, train, plane, and/or ship) can access and provide services in one common location, and between one another. Depending on the transportation modes serving the facility, connections to destinations near and far can be maintained. 7.5.1 Merits of Multi-Modal Facilities A multi-modal terminal in its simplest form provides options for users to access transportation to their destination. The choice and availability of these transportation modes further drives the success of the facility, by ether providing adequate transportation connections, or limited transportation connections. The provision of multi-modal facilities within the County have the following potential benefits: Centralized operations for major transportation systems, including train service and inter-regional and local public bus connections; Improved ridership/uptake of public transit with transportation modes connected in a centralized facility; Reduced operating costs through the consolidation of facilities, and common services (ticket booths, washrooms, waiting areas, etc.); and Increased development potential within proximity of the multi-modal facilities. Providing customers with direct connections to broader transportation modes can potentially reduce the demand associated with personal vehicle use. 7.5.2 Challenges of Multi-Modal Facilities The popularity of the personal automobile, limited train service, limited inter-city bus services, and increased competition from GO Transit to offer transit services in other Southwestern Ontario communities have all played a role in justifying the need for a multi-modal facilities to support these various transportation systems. The provision of a multi-modal facilities within urban centres, and/or other regions in the County face the following challenges: Population Density and Operating Costs: Public transportation thrives in environments where the population density supports the operating costs associated with a public transit network. The County’s rural nature, in combination with numerous smaller towns and villages limits the cost-effectiveness of offering frequent, affordable transit services to far reaching areas of the County; Page 307 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 91 Existing Transit Frequency: VIA Rail’s activity at the Woodstock and Ingersoll stations provides limited frequency options for the travelling public. This limited train service reduces the demand for train travel as a means of transportation. The justification of a multi- modal facility at either of these stations would require more frequent service, and higher demand from the travelling public; Non-Transit Oriented Development: The limited and low-density development around transit facilities and routes increases operating costs and reduces the frequency with which service can be provided. Transit oriented development (TOD) is a form of development that focuses on maximizing development within close proximity of transportation facilities. Transit-oriented development can result in increased demand for transit service and greatly improve the functionality and success of multi-modal facilities, where access to urban and rural areas can be provided by several transportation modes; and Inter-City Bus Service: Limited existing inter-city bus routes prevent meaningful connections from being established and maintained between the County, its cities, towns, and villages, and its neighbouring municipalities. The popularity of the personal automobile from a comfort, frequency, and convenience standpoint has prevented inter-city transit from co-existing. The lack of inter-city bus connectivity makes justification of a multi-modal facilities difficult within the County. 7.5.3 Multi-Modal Facility Opportunities As detailed in the previous section, there are many challenges when assessing the location and feasibility of multi-modal facilities in Oxford County. Specifically, the predominantly rural nature and low urban density of the County combined with limited transit service and lack of connections between existing services. However, multi-modal facilities would greatly benefit the County’s major urban centres by providing alternative transportation options, frequencies and connections both internally and externally. The urban centres have higher population densities and existing infrastructure which can be readily utilized in developing multi-modal facilities. As well, these facilities may attract rural residents to alternative forms of transportation if adequate service types, frequencies and seamless integration between modes is provided. Actions: Consideration should be given to exploring opportunities across the County for the development of centralized facilities that connect multiple elements of the transportation network to one another. With the potential for high-performance rail service, connectivity among rail, transit, carpool lots and active transportation infrastructure should be maintained. This ensures users can access each mode of the system with one another. Page 308 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 92 8 Sustainability and New Technology Strategy The Sustainability and New Technology strategy to 2038 serves to support the strategic goals of the TMP and involves the ongoing implementation of Low Carbon Transportation and New Technology alternatives (electric vehicle charging stations, alternative fuel vehicles, roundabout intersection improvements, autonomous vehicles, etc.) as described in Sections 8.1 to 8.3 and detailed in Table 9.1. 8.1 Sustainability Plan On June 24, 2015, Oxford County became the first municipality in Ontario to commit to achieving 100% renewable energy by 2050. Oxford’s commitment to 100% Renewable Energy by 2050 was further augmented by the adoption, in September 2015, of the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan, a community developed plan which embodies the realization that sustainability can be achieved in a world where a vibrant economy supports strong communities and a healthy environment. The Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan aims to improve quality of life for Oxford’s current and future generations and to balance Oxford’s collective economic, community, and environmental interests. Sustainability is an approach to meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own. It takes into account the short and long-term ecological, social, and economic consequences of our actions and emphasizes both environmental and human well-being as essential ends in themselves. Oxford has adopted the lens of sustainability to create an integrated and effective approach to addressing challenges, including economic and social inequities, human health, ecosystem decline, and community development. The Community Sustainability Plan sets out several goals and objectives including those involving transportation, namely, to transition away from fossil fuels and to promote low carbon transportation. 8.1.1 Low Carbon Transportation Facing Climate Change: Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2016 published by the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, indicated transportation is responsible for the largest and fastest growing share of Ontario’s greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions have grown by 28 per cent since 1990 and totalled 58.7 metric tonnes in 2014. Over 80% of these emissions come from on-road passenger and freight vehicles such as cars and trucks; the rest come from off-road vehicles such as construction and logging vehicles, domestic aviation and navigation and railways. Page 309 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 93 Although federal standards are improving the fuel efficiency of passenger vehicles, their benefit has been more than offset by an increase in both the number of vehicles and the total distance travelled. As well, many consumers prefer less fuel-efficient vehicles – such as sport-utility, pickups and minivans – which release, on average, 45 per cent more greenhouse gases per kilometre than cars. An even more dramatic increase in emissions has come from heavy-duty freight vehicles, which has seen a 108% increase since 1990. Again, improved fuel consumption due to federal efficiency standards has been offset by a substantial increase in the use of diesel trucks to transport goods between urban areas, and a corresponding increase in the number of kilometres travelled. If collectively we are to meet the energy and carbon emission reductions set for Ontario, transportation must move away from fossil fuel and transition to low or zero carbon sources of energy. This is consistent with the County’s Community Sustainability Plan to promote low carbon transportation. 8.1.2 100% Renewable Energy Plan While the County’s 100% Renewable Energy Plan is both imperative and timely, identifying specific measures and implementing them have their challenges. Technologies that will provide critical opportunities for definitive action are constantly emerging and evolving. Some future technologies are yet to be conceived, let alone developed and ready for implementation. International, national, provincial and local public policy, perspectives, understandings, and attitudes are also going through transformational changes. Oxford County participated in the Kassel International Dialogue on 100% Renewable Energy in November 2015. The Kassel dialogue event was dedicated to developing a roadmap intended to guide local communities in their transition to 100% renewable energy. The 100% Renewable Energy Plan has been developed in keeping with the knowledge and experience represented within the 12-point criteria. Criterion 8 – Mobility and Transport gathers information about the scope of activities undertaken in the mobility sector. This chapter identifies key areas where there are opportunities to reduce or eliminate dependency on fossil fuels including: Transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable or zero carbon energy use for transportation; Implementing a fully integrated public transportation system in Oxford and across Southwestern Ontario; Developing a cycling and trail network and encouraging commuters to switch to active modes of transportation; and Installing electric vehicle charging stations at key locations in Oxford. The policies and procedures documented within the TMP aim to support the goals and initiatives of the 100% Renewable Energy Plan through both the development of infrastructure and promotion of alternative modes of transportation. Page 310 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 94 8.2 New Technology The manufacturing of the gasoline powered vehicle has seen competition in recent years (decades) from hybrid electric, and fully electric powered vehicles. These vehicles provide similar needs as their gasoline powered counterparts, with less, or no reliance on petroleum products for their operation. 8.2.1 Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations The availability and demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and other low-emission vehicles is increasing rapidly. Seventeen manufactures currently provide electric vehicle options to residents within Ontario. Further, in June 2016, the Province of Ontario announced a $20 million grant program to encourage the public and private sector to build electric charging stations with the goal of creating a system of fast-charging stations. In June 2015, Oxford County became the first municipality in Ontario to commit to achieving 100% renewable energy by 2050. As the transportation sector accounts for approximately 35% of all greenhouse gas emissions, electric vehicles have the potential to spear head action towards meeting the County’s 100% Renewable Energy goal. The key component preventing substantial uptake of electric vehicles is due in part by the limited access to recharging stations. Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE) is the terminology used to represent the charging stations necessary to make practical use of electric mobility technologies, much as gasoline fueling stations are necessary for fossil-fuel based automotive vehicles. The provision of accessible and frequent electric charging stations is vital to the adoption of electric vehicle use, as they provide alternative charging locations beyond one’s private residence, and can decrease range anxiety, which is noted to be a common drawback of existing electric vehicle infrastructure. Existing and future carpool and other parking lots provide the opportunity for electric vehicle charging stations to be installed. Increasing access to and the frequency within the County will aid in encouraging electric vehicle use. The County participated in the Electric Vehicle Chargers Ontario Program (EVCO) in February 2016 to obtain funding, and support for the development of a various charging stations across Oxford County. This funding was approved in June 2016, with the provision of additional charging stations to be located at the Quality Inn Hotel and Suites (500 Bruin Blvd. Woodstock), and the Ingersoll Town Centre (16 King Street, Ingersoll). One of the key benefits of being a stakeholder in the EV marketplace is the ability for the County to accelerate progress towards their goal of 100% renewable energy by 2050. The EVCO was a grant program provided by the Province of Ontario to encourage public and private sector partners to create a network of electric vehicle stations in cities, along highways and at other work-related and public places across Ontario. Page 311 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 95 ECVO was launched in December 2015, and received over 200 applications by February 2016. Oxford County received four (4) level 2 charging stations and two (2) level 3 charging stations at a total grant cost of $350,760. Furthermore, in 2018, the County completed the Oxford County Feasibility Study: EVSE Data Mapping & Analysis in Support of Oxford County’s Electric Vehicle Accessibility Plan (EVAP) to map strategic locations for additional EVSE installations across the region. The report concludes that a total of 163 Level 1, 54 Level 2 and 12 Level 3 chargers will need to be placed in suitable parking locations (i.e., employment workplace parking lots, public parking lots near workplaces, and long-stay public parking spots, such as shopping malls) to serve Oxford residents who adopt EVs in the future and who may or may not have access to home charging units throughout the evening and nighttime for recharging purposes. In addition, the County intends to continue supporting its tourism industry within rural areas by ensuring adequate EV charging availability for travel to, from, and within the County. The report concludes that charging stations be strategically placed nearby tourism destinations and/or outdoor recreation areas to allow for EV charging while tourists explore the area. Figure 8.1 illustrates the recommended locations for the installation of new EVSEs. Actions: Support the ongoing implementation of the network of EV charging stations recommended in the “Oxford County Feasibility Study: EVSE Data Mapping & Analysis in Support of Oxford County’s Electric Vehicle Accessibility Plan (EVAP)” report prepared by CUTRIC (Figure 8.1). Explore funding opportunities for the new EV charging stations through public funds, private funds or through public-private partnerships to reduce the County’s financial impact, as well as reducing the timeline for EVSE implementation. Consider the implementation of EV charging stations within official and unofficial carpool lots to encourage both electric vehicle and carpool use. Page 312 of 816 Recommended County-Wide Electric Vehicle Charging Station Locations Figure 8.1Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Source: Oxford County Feasibility Study: EVSE Data Mapping & Analysis in Support of Oxford County’s Electric Vehicle Accessibility Plan Page 313 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 97 8.2.2 Autonomous Vehicles Autonomous vehicles represent a transformation in the way the world moves and is connected. Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are capable of interpreting the world around them, navigating around the world without human interaction, and making decisions without human input. Driverless cars are fully autonomous vehicles. Autonomous vehicles have the potential to decrease travel time, improve traffic flow and improve road safety. However, they also present risks if the implementation of the technology is not appropriately managed. Autonomous vehicles have the potential to provide solutions for low demand transit areas, especially in areas of the County where more substantial public transit services are not financially viable. Accordingly, the potential introduction of autonomous vehicles aligns with the County’s New Directions: Advancing Southwestern Ontario’s Public Transportation Opportunities, which recognizes the need for a balanced transportation system that offers convenience and choice among active (walking and cycling), private (cars, roads, highways) and public ( rail, inter-community and local transit) options to the travelling public. Figure 8.2 details the County’s proposed AV network. The proposed routes provide a loop within Oxford County that connects to all eight Area Municipalities, as well as connection points to provincial highways and to neighbouring jurisdictions. The proposed AV network forms part of the Windsor to Ottawa Preferred Corridor for AV testing (and related technologies) which has been developed by the Municipal Alliance for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles in Ontario (MACAVO), including over 5,500 kms of paved municipal roadways. Actions: Implement the autonomous vehicle (AV) network (Figure 8.2) to facilitate the testing of Level 3 to Level 5 autonomous vehicles as part of the Windsor to Ottawa network. Establishing a designated province-wide AV testing road network will provide a focused approach for AV manufacturers where they can consider enhanced mapping of the routes (#D laser scanning) and further testing and validation of wireless communication networks and technology. Coordinate with the Area Municipalities to integrate the County AV network to the local (municipal) routes. The County has distributed the proposed AV routes to the Area Municipalities and requested they consider identifying routes within their communities that could potentially link to the County AV network, with the objective of establishing routes with a variety of conditions (i.e. gravel/paved surfaces, urban, rural, multi-lane, etc.). The County should facilitate a future workshop with the Area Municipalities for further discussion and collaboration. Page 314 of 816 Proposed County-Wide Autonomous Vehicle Network Figure 8.2Oxford County Transportation Master Plan 161190 Legend AV Network Provincial Highway County Road Page 315 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 99 Continue to work with the MACAVO (through the Ontario Good Roads Association) on the development of a larger AV road network serving Southwestern Ontario. This will help to ensure a focused approach and provide opportunities for the municipality to influence AV testing and implementation for local and regional benefits. 8.2.3 Alternative Fuel Sources In addition to electric vehicles, there are opportunities for alternative fuel sources to be used within Oxford County as detailed below. While these fuel sources are currently either in the research or small-scale stages of implementation, they are promising alternatives to assist the County in achieving the goal of 100% Renewable Energy. Solar Photovoltaic (PV): Solar photovoltaic charging of electric vehicles is already a reality in Oxford, albeit on a small-scale. The Whites Lane microGRID project, established by Woodstock Hydro and partners, incorporates 33 KW of PV panels that support a 100 KVA 240 volt single phase transformer. One of the connections to this system supplies two 70 amp Sun Country Highway electric vehicle charge stations. On sunny days, electric vehicles connecting to these chargers are powered in part, by the solar equipment located on the Woodstock Hydro buildings; Compressed Natural Gas: CNG is the cleanest burning transportation fuel on the market today, producing 20-30% fewer greenhouse gas emissions and 95% fewer tailpipe emissions than petroleum products. Several of the County’s light trucks have already been converted to hybrid Gasoline/Compressed Natural Gas and the County has purchased two CNG snowplows; Hydrogen: Long considered to be very promising energy storage solution; however, Hydrogen fuel is not currently a cost-effective solution. Many developers (large and small) continue to research and improve on hydrogen generation and we expect technology advancements will eventually remove the technical barriers. Hydrogen can be created from plentiful resources such as water versus other storage technologies which require expensive and limited mineral resources; and Biofuel: Biofuel creates carbon-based energy from current sources of energy transformation and therefore are considered ‘carbon neutral’. Biomass, can be utilized to create renewable natural gases, which are then distributed utilizing the existing natural gas infrastructure. Oxford has a very large and rural land area and generates a significant amount of biomass resource, from plant and tree matter through to animal waste. Page 316 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 100 8.3 Summary of Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Through the direct actions taken over the past few years, the County has proven their commitment to transitioning away from fossil fuels and to promoting low carbon transportation and supporting sustainable modes of travel. With implementation of the strategies and actions outlined within the TMP, the County is supporting a shift away from single-occupant auto trips and an increase in sustainable modes of travel and transportation systems including: TDM (carpooling and working from home); Active transportation (walking and cycling); Bus and rail transit; Electric powered fleet vehicles and implementation of an expanding EV charging network; Autonomous vehicle testing (through implementation of the AV network); Enhanced people and goods movement (through support and participation in the various initiatives outlined in the SouthwestLynx. Steel Corridors of Opportunity and Empowering Ontario’s Short Line Railways reports; Low carbon intersection control improvements in the form of roundabouts; and Use of alternative fuel sources including the recent implementation of several Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) light trucks and snowplows municipal fleet vehicles. Page 317 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 101 9 Implementation, Policy and Monitoring The TMP provides both long-term direction for the future development of the County’s transportation system and a plan for immediate action, including several recommendations the County can implement through its regular activities. Successful implementation will ultimately require that concurrent efforts be undertaken to achieve the key strategies, such as, including supportive land uses, and managing transportation demand and constructing the transportation infrastructure identified in the plan. Inevitably forecasts and other assumptions made in preparing the TMP will prove imprecise or directions will change over time. As such, this TMP should be considered a starting point for transportation planning and monitoring. The plan should be updated regularly, at a minimum every 5 years. The following sections provide guidance on implementing and monitoring this TMP. 9.1 Use of the TMP The TMP is the overarching strategic document that provides a framework for how Oxford County will address its transportation needs to the year 2038. It describes, anticipates and plans for the movement of people and goods in a multi-modal, accessible transportation system. The TMP is not a provincially legislated document, and therefore has no statutory authority. That authority is provided through the Oxford County Official Plan by incorporating the main policy directions of the TMP. The primary purpose of the TMP is to guide the County’s transportation-related decision making and provide direction for its discussions and negotiations with other agencies and governments. In addition, the TMP is not just a plan of infrastructure actions. It provides the policy framework on which to make operational decisions for the County. 9.2 TMP Implementation 9.2.1 Timing and Priorities To assist in guiding the County in implementing the road infrastructure improvements, policy and advocacy plans recommended in the TMP, a suggested timing for these various initiatives has been developed based on the results of the transportation analysis and a staging of the works to balance the financial impact over time. Table 9.1 presents the timing of implementation of these TMP initiatives. Appendix D provides a standalone copy of the TMP implementation program (Table 9.1). Page 318 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Road Network Strategy Infrastructure Improvements Implement Annual Capital Program (Section 5.1)- Road Rehabilitation and Resurfacing - Guide Rail Installation - Crack Sealing - Rural/Urban Storm Sewer - Bridge & Culvert Rehabilitation/Replacement, Expansion and Design Projects Major Road Reconstruction: - Oxford Road 119 (from Oxford Road 10 to Oxford Road 7)*X - Oxford Road 16 (from 31st Line to Kintore)*X - Oxford Road 36 (from Oxford Road 29 to Township Road 5)*X Road Urbanization: - Oxford Road 3 (Princeton)*X - Oxford Road 9 (Ingersoll)*X - Oxford Road 22 / Oxford Road 8 (Bright)*X - Oxford Road 35 (Woodstock)*X - Oxford Road 59 (Burgesville)*X Undertake Intersection Upgrades / Improvements: - Oxford Road 59 and Juliana Drive*X - Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 36 (Roundabout)*X - Clarke Road & Harris Street*X - Oxford Road 15 & Ferguson Drive X - Oxford Road 59 & Lakeview Drive*X - Oxford Road 119 and Oxford Road 2* X - Oxford Road 13 / Oxford Road 46 / Oxford Road 59 X - Oxford Road 59 (intersections between Oxford Road 35 & Oxford Road 17)*X - Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 8*X - Oxford Road 9 and Oxford Road 2*X - Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 15 (Parkinson Drive)*X Consider Intersection Control Feasibility Studies: - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 15*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 17*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 35*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8*X - Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 16*X - Oxford Road 13 & Oxford Road 18*X - Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 36*X - Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 9*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 24*X Undertake Condition Assessment Studies: - Bridge Needs Study (OSIM)X X X X - Roads Needs Study X X X X - Retaining Wall Infrastructure X - Storm Infrastructure X X X X TABLE 9.1: TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM X X Page 319 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Road Network Strategy (cont'd) Undertake Class Environmental Assessment Studies: - Oxford Road 19*X - Trans Canada Trail Bridge over Ontario Southland Railway X - Oxford Road 4 Corridor Master Plan*X - Oxford Road 20 (Tillsonburg to Brownsville)*X - Oxford Road 22*X - Oxford Road 28*X - Oxford Road 14*X - Oxford Road 18*X - Oxford Road 36*X - Transportation Master Plan*X X X X Annual review of collision data to identify any areas of concern for consideration and prioritization in future road projects.X X X X * denotes projects that are all or in part related to new development/future growth Corridor Management Policies (Section 5.3) Review and update the County's Access Management Guidelines to reflect current road design standards and best practices.X Develop a County Wide Traffic Calming/Speed Management Policy to identify conditions where traffic management and traffic calming measures are warranted.X In partnership with the Area Municipalities, consider the potential implementation of automated speed enforcement, particularly in school zones and community safety zones. X Maintain the Emergency Detour Routing to facilitate safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the County; Collaborate with municipal partners and stakeholders to develop a Road Safety strategy that prioritizes safety for road users (motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and persons with mobility assisting devices). X Implement a Road Occupancy Permit process for all third-party undertakings within the County Right-of-Way.X Continue to maintain a detailed database of all collisions occurring in the County. Railway Crossings Enhancements (Section 5.4) Upgrade railway grade crossings (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities.X X X X Review railway grade separations (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities.X X X X Active Transportation Strategy Active Transportation Policies (Section 6.6) Update active transportation policies to include the following in addition to the existing policies: - Policies on active transportation (detailed as pedestrian and cycling) should be updated to further guide planning and encouragement of active transportation. - Continue with the program to provide a wider asphalt platform with edge line on rural roads as part of regular resurfacing programs and incorporate cycling facilities as part of any urban road reconstruction (2009 TMP). - Facilitate trail development and implementation in accordance with the Trails Master Plan. -Include property for active transportation routes with the land requirements for roads (where possible);. - Design active transportation routes based on the principles of accessibility, connectivity, continuity, directness of route, safety convenience and comfort. Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Ongoing Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Ongoing X Monitor and update as required Page 320 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Active Transportation Strategy (cont'd) Prepare a County-wide Cycling Master Plan in partnership with the Area Municipalities. *X Design all active transportation cycling infrastructure in accordance with OTM Book 18. Update Pedestrian Crossing Policy to Align with OTM Book 15.X People and Goods Movement Strategy People Movement (Section 7.1) In partnership with provincial/federal governments, municipalities and motor coach industry, support the development of an integrated public transportation system implementation plan for an Intercommunity Bus Network and an enhanced commuter rail service, as identified within the “SouthwestLynx” Report (2018). Carpool Lots (Section 7.2.3) Advocate for and support the development and maintenance of carpool lots along the Highway 401 and Highway 403 corridors with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and private land owners including: - Highway 401 at Oxford Road 29 (interchange 250). - Highway 401 at Towerline Road (interchange 236). - Highway 401 at Culloden Road (interchange 216). - Quality Inn (580 Bruin Boulevard, Woodstock). - Oxford Road 15 at Oxford Road 55. - Sobey’s Plaza (678 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg). - Travel Centres of America (TA) Truck Stop (535 Mill Street, Woodstock). Consider the installation of secure bike lockers at the carpool lots located within reasonable distance from residential areas to support first mile/last mile connectivity. Work From Home (Section 7.3) Consider engaging the business community and other participants through ongoing TDM marketing and education.X Support TDM measures for residents and businesses by providing TDM information on the County website.X Demonstrate leadership in sustainable transportation by promoting TDM initiatives (i.e. flexible work hours, telecommuting, work from home, etc.)X Goods Movement (Section 7.4) Explore options for provision of an intermodal terminal that is accessible to Class 1 and short line railways and well connected to the 400-series highways (ideally between the Highway 401/402 and Highway 401/403 junctions) and the existing arterial roadway network. Construct truck route roadways to arterial road specifications and provide adequate turning radii and turning lane storage to accommodate freights, aggregate and agricultural vehicles. Support the use of more fuel-efficient vehicles and options for alternative modes for deliveries. Provide adequate height and width under bridges when constructing new roads or undertaking road rehabilitation to facilitate existing rail services and transport trucks. Foster the formation of a Southwest Ontario rail corridor coalition to facilitate expansion of the region’s rail freight system as recommended in Steel Corridors of Opportunity report (2018). X Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Monitor and update every 5 years Ongoing Monitor and update as required Ongoing X Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Page 321 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 People and Goods Movement Strategy (cont'd) Multi-Modal Facility Opportunities (Section 7.5.3) Consideration should be given to exploring opportunities across the County for the development of centralized multi-modal facilities that connect multiple elements of the transportation network to one another. With the potential for high-performance rail service, connectivity among rail, transit, carpool lots and active transportation infrastructure should be maintained. This ensures users can access each mode of the system with one another. Sustainability and New Technology Strategy Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations (Section 8.2.1) Support the ongoing implementation of the network of EV charging stations recommended in the “Oxford County Feasibility Study: EVSE Data Mapping & Analysis in Support of Oxford County’s Electric Vehicle Accessibility Plan (EVAP)” report prepared by CUTRIC (Figure 8.1). Explore funding opportunities for the new EV charging stations through public funds, private funds or through public-private partnerships to reduce the County’s financial impact, as well as reducing the timeline for EVSE implementation. Consider the implementation of EV charging stations within official and unofficial carpool lots to encourage both electric vehicle and carpool use. Autonomous Vehicles (Section 8.2.2) Implement the autonomous vehicle (AV) network (Figure 8.2) to facilitate the testing of Level 3 to Level 5 autonomous vehicles as part of the Windsor to Ottawa network. Establishing a designated province-wide AV testing road network will provide a focused approach for AV manufacturers where they can consider enhanced mapping of the routes (#D laser scanning) and further testing and validation of wireless communication networks and technology. X Coordinate with the Area Municipalities to integrate the County AV network to the local (municipal) routes. The County has distributed the proposed AV routes to the Area Municipalities and requested they consider identifying routes within their communities that could potentially link to the County AV network, with the objective of establishing routes with a variety of conditions (i.e. gravel/paved surfaces, urban, rural, multi-lane, etc.). The County should facilitate a future workshop with the Area Municipalities for further discussion and collaboration. Continue to work with the MACAVO (through the Ontario Good Roads Association) on the development of a larger AVE road network serving Southwestern Ontario. This will help to ensure a focused approach and provide opportunities for the municipality to influence AV testing and implementation for local and regional benefits. Monitor and update as required Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Page 322 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 106 9.2.2 Potential Funding Sources Ultimately, the most reliable and consistent sources of funding for transportation system improvements will be with County’s municipal tax levy and development charges. The County should continue to monitor available Provincial and Federal funding programs to establish if any of the recommended improvements identified in this TMP will be eligible. Potential funding sources to implement the recommended TMP elements, in addition to the tax levy include: New Building Canada Fund, which was established in 2014 to fund projects from 2014 to 2024. There is $2.7 billion designated for Ontario projects in the New Building Canada Fund, and an estimated $8.12 billion under the Federal Gas Tax Fund; Infrastructure Ontario’s Loan Program, which provides long-term financing to eligible public-sector clients to help renew infrastructure; Special Purpose Funding that may be available at the time of implementation, such as the Provincial Cycling Funding announced at the 2014 Ontario Bike Summit and other similar initiatives; and Other Alternative Infrastructure Funding Mechanisms such as private sector sponsorship and focused advertising. 9.3 Future Environmental Assessment Requirements The TMP will be relied upon in completing the Municipal Class EA Studies (i.e. Schedule C projects) for future projects identified herein. The TMP will satisfy Phases 1 (identify the problem) and 2 (identify alternative solutions to the problem) of the five-phase Municipal Class EA planning and design process. 9.4 Monitoring The TMP is not intended to be a static document, rather it must be flexible and adapt to changes in travel characteristics, user behaviour, development trends, growth patterns and other unforeseen events over time. Initiatives planned or underway by other agencies may also have an effect on the recommendations of the TMP as they unfold. A comprehensive program allows progress to be tracked and performance to be measured and reported. The program would feature County-wide monitoring to track changes in land use patterns, demographic characteristics, and system performance and modal choice over time. It is anticipated that the elements of this program will be monitored every five to ten years, depending on the availability of data sources. Page 323 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 107 Corridor and area-specific monitoring may be considered in the future to measure development and transportation system performance in key corridors. This will help to proactively identify areas of concern and timely responsive measures. It is anticipated that the elements of this program may be monitored more frequently, perhaps every one to five years given the nature of the data and their collection methods. Care should be exercised not to duplicate, but rather to build upon, other performance measurement exercises already underway. 9.5 Plan Review and Updates Regular reviews and updates of the TMP allow for the ongoing assessment of its effectiveness and relevance. Establishing this stable transportation planning cycle ensures the plan strategies remain flexible to respond to unforeseen developments and imprecise assumptions. The performance of the plan in achieving the transportation vision and goals can also be reviewed, and necessary adjustments in strategy made. The Planning Act requires the County to assess the need for an update to its Official Plan every five years. That review process provides a timely opportunity to revisit the assumptions of the TMP and consider the need for an update. The monitoring program discussed in Section 9.4 will also provide an indication of the need for a review. Over the period preceding the formal review, County and Area Municipal Council decisions on transportation issues will have the inevitable effect of amending, deleting, replacing or complementing some of the policies in the TMP. For this reason, individuals must consider this plan in conjunction with the record of subsequent Council decisions to obtain a complete understanding of current policy and plans. A regular review of the TMP is proposed every five years. Conducting ongoing monitoring and regularly reviewing the TMP ensures the document remains relevant and a useful source for transportation planning within the County. The County may amend the TMP in the intervening period to reflect changes to the Official Plan and/or resulting from the development review process or other major initiatives. Actions: Review the TMP every five years, ideally in conjunction with a review of the Oxford County Official Plan, Development Charges Studies and once any necessary updates to the County and Area Municipality population and/or employment forecasts have been finalized. Page 324 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 108 10 Public and Stakeholder Consultation 10.1 Program Overview Engaging residents and stakeholders is an important, essential component of the development of the Oxford TMP, as well as a key piece of the Class EA process. A successful TMP will consider and address the needs and wants of the transportation system users. To engage a wide range of community members, it is important to have an effective, accessible and efficient communication system. The existing Town communication channels including the County website, social media, community boards and newspapers were utilized as well as in-person events and workshops. To provide meaningful opportunities for community input into the Transportation Master Plan and to reach a broad audience, the project team hosted two rounds of “pop-up” engagement events and concurrent online survey during the TMP update. The events were held during: Spring 2017; and Fall 2018 Additionally, a Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee (TMPAC) was formed to receive their input and comments. Opportunities to engage were promoted through the Town’s communication channels: On the County’s website (www.oxfordcounty.ca); and Speak-up Oxford; At the outset of the TMP update (September 2016), a notice was posted on the Speak Up, Oxford section of the County’s website. The intent of the notice was to inform the public of the update, provide a TMP purpose overview and provide a direct webpage link for the public to comment about the update. The TMP was also informed by feedback received through Oxford County’s 2019 Budget Survey undertaken over a 10 week period in the summer of 2018. Appendix D contains all public and stakeholder engagement documents including notices, letters, presentation materials, display boards, survey responses, comments and responses. Page 325 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 109 10.2 Spring 2017 Public Engagement Two pop-up events were held in Spring 2017. The purpose of the events was to present the existing conditions and key considerations of the TMP. Both events provided an opportunity for the public to discuss their concerns and ideas with members of the project team and to fill out a survey about the TMP. The pop-up events were held as follows: Thursday, April 20, 2017: Future Oxford Expo; and Wednesday, April 26, 2017: Tillsonburg Community Centre It was recognized that not all members of the public would be able to attend an event in person due to the large size of the County. Therefore, the online survey provided an opportunity for all County residents to participate. The online survey was held concurrent to the pop-ups and was live from April 10, 2017 to May 15, 2017. The online survey questions were identical to the questions asked in-person at the pop-up events. In total, 128 in-person discussions and 314 online survey responses to the Spring 2017 public consultation questions were recorded. Note that not all in-person discussions resulted in a completed survey as it was not required; however, all questions, comments and interactions were documented. 10.3 Fall 2018 Public Engagement Two pop-up events were held: Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at; and Drumbo Fair on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The purpose of the events was to allow residents to provide input on key aspects of the draft plan. The event provided an opportunity for the public to discuss their concerns and comments with members of the project team and to fill out a survey about the TMP. In tandem, an online survey was developed to allow residents to provide input on key aspects of the draft plan. The survey was active from August 27, 2018 - October 19, 2018. The online survey mirrored the survey used during pop-up consultations. In total, 45 in-person discussions and 76 online survey responses to the Fall 2018 public consultation questions were recorded. Note that not all in-person discussions resulted in a completed survey as it was not required; however, all questions, comments and interactions were documented. Page 326 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 110 10.4 Advisory Committee A Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee (TMPAC) was formed consisting of County staff, representatives from the Area Municipalities and community partners (Cycling Advisory Committee, Oxford County Trails Council, and Future Oxford). The purpose of this committee was to discuss the needs and concerns of the respective Area Municipalities that should be considered within the overall TMP and to provide feedback to findings, conclusions and recommendations over the course of the update. The TMPAC meet three times over the course of the study at the Oxford County Administration Building in Woodstock. The following summarizes the meeting times and purpose: Meeting 1 – November 7, 2016: An overview of the TMP process including the role of the TMPAC, and to engage in a facilitated discussion about transportation issues in Oxford County; Meeting 2 – April 6, 2017: An update on the TMP status including the existing conditions summary and upcoming public consultation; and Meeting 3 – October 25, 2018: A review of the TMP Draft Summary and Recommendations Report and to receive comments from the TMPAC. 10.5 Indigenous Communities, Agencies and Stakeholders Agencies, stakeholders and Indigenous Communities were notified by Oxford County at key points in the study process and to fulfill the requirements of the Municipal Class EA process. They were encouraged to provide any information they felt was necessary for the Project Team to consider during the study. All comments received from agencies, stakeholders and Indigenous Communities were recorded and considered as outlined below. The following details the agencies contacted during the study: Municipal Agencies: • City of Woodstock • Corporation of the City of Perth • County of Brant • County of Elgin • Middlesex County • Municipality of Bayham • Municipality of Thames Centre • Norfolk County • Regional Municipality of Waterloo Page 327 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 111 • Town of Ingersoll • Town of Tillsonburg • Township of Blandford-Blenheim • Township of Malahide • Township of North Dumfries • Township of Norwich • Township of Perth East • Township of Perth South • Township of South-West Oxford • Township of Wilmot • Township of Zorra Provincial Agencies: • Ministry of Agriculture and Food • Ministry of Culture • Ministry of Economic Development, Trade & Tourism • Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks • Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing • Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry • Ministry of Transportation • Ontario Provincial Police Federal Agencies • Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency • Department of Fisheries and Oceans Conservation Authorities: • Catfish Creek Conservation Authority • Grand River Conservation Authority • Long Point Region Conservation Authority • Upper Thames River Conservation Authority Local Agencies: • Alexandria Hospital • Huron-Perth Student Transportation Services • John Knox Christian School • London District Catholic School Board • Oxford Reformed Christian School Page 328 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 112 • Thames Valley District School Board • Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital • Tillsonburg Municipal Airport • Woodstock Environmental Advisory Committee • Woodstock General Hospital • Woodstock Police Indigenous Communities: • Aamjiwnaang First Nation • Association of Iroquois & Allied Indians • Caldwell First Nation • Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation • Chippewas of the Thames First Nation • Delaware Nation • London District Chiefs Council (Southern First Nations Secretariat) • Mississaugas of New Credit First Nation • Munsee-Delaware Nation • Oneida Nation of the Thames • Six Nations of the Grand River Territory • Union of Ontario Indians • Walpole Island First Nation • Haudenosaunee Development Institute (on behalf of Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council) Stakeholders: • Bell Canada • Canadian National Railway • Canadian Pacific Railway • Cogeco Cable Inc. • Enbridge Pipelines Inc. • Execulink Telecom • Hydro One • The TDL Group Ltd. • Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. • Toyota Boshoku Canada Inc. • Trans Canada Pipelines Page 329 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 113 • Transfreight • Union Gas Limited • Public interest groups and businesses 10.5.1 Indigenous Communities Indigenous Communities were notified by mail at the start of the TMP update. The notices were sent by the County and included a copy of the Notice of Study Commencement, a letter and form for comments and to indicate if they would like to remain on the study contact list. The study contact list was updated to reflect the responses received, including any change in contact information. All Indigenous Communities that did not provide any comments over the course of the study were contacted by the consultant team via phone in early April 2019. The calls provided opportunity to gather additional feedback and to inform them of the upcoming 30-day review of the Draft TMP. A record of the calls and follow-up emails are provided in the consultation appendix. Formal meetings were not requested or held with the Indigenous Communities. 10.5.2 Agencies and Stakeholders All agencies and stakeholders required to be consulted with under the MCEA process were notified on the TMP at the start of the study by mail. The notices were sent by the County and included a copy of the Notice of Study Commencement, a letter and form for comments and to indicate if they would like to remain on the study contact list. The study contact list was updated to reflect the responses received, including any change in contact information. Any comments received from the agencies were recorded, responded to as appropriate and considered in the development of the TMP. A table with all agency and stakeholder comments as well as the project team response/action is provided in the appendix. Formal meetings were not requested or held with the agencies and stakeholders. 10.6 Public Comments Throughout the TMP process, the public was invited to reach out to the project team via email, telephone and through Speak Up Oxford. All comments were recorded and considered for inclusion in the TMP where appropriate. Page 330 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Page 114 10.7 2019 Budget Survey The 2019 Budget Survey solicited feedback from Oxford County residents during the period from June 18 to August 31, 2018. The survey was intended to see how residents wanted to see their tax dollars spent as well as identify which services are the most important. Respondents were also asked to indicate how the County should set its service levels for the 2019 budget. Approximately 524 responses were received regarding the question around the funding program for Oxford County’s road and bridge infrastructure and services. Of note, approximately 11.6%, 72.3% and 11.5% of the respondents indicated funding to the program should be increased, maintained or reduced respectively. The respondents also provided general comments about the County’s road and bridge program. As well, several respondents provided other comments to the 2019 Budget Survey question around the funding program for planning sustainability measures. Some of the comments received around sustainability centered around EV charging infrastructure, passenger rail, inter-community bus service, road condition, affordable public transportation, low carbon alternative fuel powered municipal fleet, active transportation and transportation system connectivity. Appendix D provides the responses. Page 331 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Appendices Appendix A Journey to Work Dataset Page 332 of 816 Woodstock IngersollTillsonburg Blandford-BlenheimEast Zorra-TavistockNorwichSouth-West OxfordZorrapeople who work from homeOXFORD COUNTYKitchenerCambridgeWaterlooOther Region of WaterlooBrantfordOther Brant CountySt. ThomasAylmerOther Elgin CountyLondonOther Middlesex CountyStratfordSt. Mary'sOther Perth CountyGuelphOther Wellington CountyMississaugaOther Peel RegionWoodstock 11170 830 145 155 345 230 235 170 790 14070 1795 550 570 210 210 355 190 35 10 35 1010 60 300 40 30 125 35 95 10 100 120 120 100 135444520310Ingersoll1135 2265 140 30 15 60 230 195 305 4375 615 70 60 30 20 30 30 20 30 20 875 100 90 25 20 10 5 25 10 50 20 15 25 4016206610Tillsonburg 340 310 3265 0 10 120 145 30 340 4560 575 25 30 10 25 50 20 90 40 170 355 10 30 0 10 15 0 20 0 750 10 25 10 7017656900Blandford-Blenheim 495 35 10 365 95 40 25 10 540 1615 465 405 405 220 425 120 235100 0 40 0 25 0 10 80 25 25 10 10 2035406022004280East Zorra-Tavistock 780 60 0 55 765 20 15 20 545 2260 485 205 110 90 210 15 20 0 0 0 60 20 290 20 85 30 40 10 0 15 15 0 10 3012754020Norwich1115 160 390 25 35 1120 130 30 875 3880 760 55 70 20 50 120 110 10 10 35 105 15 30 0 0 40 10 10 0 310 20 40 25 4011255765South-West Oxford 875 475 325 10 35 125 360 55 650 2910 510 20 30 20 35 20 25 15 10 55 285 40 25 0 0 0 0 0 10 85 10 25 15 207454165Zorra450 410 10 30 85 10 40 485 760 2280 535 30 10 45 30 10 0 35 10 15 805 170 350 190 50 0 0 20 0 0 10 10 10 3018304645OXFORD COUNTY16360 4545 4285 670 1385 1725 1180 995 4805 35950 5735 1360 1285 645 1005 720 630 215 110 330 3535 415 1140 275 205 300 115 205 40 1320 225 270 235 4251500556690Aylmer45 50 115 0 0 20 50 20300St. Thomas185 235 170 0 10 10 15 20645Malahide70 85 225 0 10 35 45 20490Bayham55 120 590 0 0 45 70 10 890Other Elgin County130 145 30 0 0 0 15 10330Kitchener340 60 15 65 40 20 10 10560Cambridge185 20 0 15 0 0 0 10 230Waterloo80 10 0 30 20 0 0 0 140Other Region of Waterloo180 30 0 90 70 10 0 0 380London 1780 1685 260 15 30 45 190 405 4410Thames Centre 205 225 55 10 0 15 25 80 615Other Middlesex County85 85 20 0 0 0 30 20 240Stratford100 35 0 0 160 0 0 30 325St. Mary's25 35 0 0 30 0 0 25 115Other Perth County70 25 0 10 115 15 0 25 260Brantford 680 140 20 25 15 25 0 15 920Other Brant County515 35 45 70 15 120 10 10 820505 175 1605 10 10 360 120 15 2800200 40 10 10 0 15 0 0 27555 20 0 10 10 0 30 0 12560 15 0 0 0 10 0 0 85400100 0100 0 6070 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 8015 15 5 0 25 0 10 10 80185 120 30 50 10 25 30 0 4505860 3405 3205 410 580 780 650 735 15625Source: Statistics Canada, Journey to Work Data, Census of Canada 2016. Reproduced and distributed on an "as is" basis with the permission of Statistics Canada.Region of PeelCommuter Flow Oxford County, 2016Produced by the Oxford County Community Planning Office using Journey to Work Data from Statistics Canada(Figures are rounded)Place of WorkPlace of WorkPlace of ResidenceOxford CountyNo Fixed Workplace Address*Region of WaterlooCounty of BrantElgin CountCounty of MiddlesexPerth CountyCounty of WellingtonEmployed Labour Force Living in MunicipalityOxford County*Persons who do not go from home to the same workplace location at the beginning of each shift. Such persons include building and landscape contractors, travelling salespersons, independent truck drivers, etc. Pulled from the regular census labour/employment data for 2016.Place of ResidenceElgin CountyWaterloo RegionCounty of MiddlesexPerth CountyBrant CountyHaldimand and Norfolk Haldimand and Norfolk CountiesHalton Region City of HamiltonCity of TorontoOtherTotal OutflowOtherTotal InflowNote: This table was produced by the Oxford County Community Planning Office. It was adapted from Statistics Canada, journey to work data, Census of Canada 2016. It representsa summary of the raw data and reflects the County's interpretation of the raw data. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.City of HamiltonRegion of PeelCity of TorontoNiagara RegionHalton RegionHuron CountyPage 333 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Appendices Appendix B Preliminary Collision Data Analysis Page 334 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Preliminary Collision Data Analysis Oxford County provided a detailed inventory of all motor vehicle collisions that occurred within their jurisdictional boundaries from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). A total of 1,157 collisions were noted to occur at intersections involving County roads during this time. The following Appendix summarizes the top five (5) urban and top five (5) rural intersections (areas of concern) identified as experiencing the largest number of collisions. A brief summary of collision trends is provided for each location. Intersection Analysis – Urban Intersections The nature of collision occurrences at urban intersections were reviewed based on those experiencing the largest number of collisions over the analysis period. Five intersections (areas of concern) were then selected for review and analysis to determine potential trends and/or improvements that could be implemented to reduce collision activity. Table 1 summarizes the five (5) urban intersections all of which are located in the City of Woodstock TABLE 1: URBAN INTERSECTION COLLISION OCCURENCES (2013-2017) Rank Intersection Number of Collisions 1 Oxford Road 59 (Wilson St) & Dundas St 66 2 Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive 64 3 Oxford Road 59 & Peel Street 57 4 Oxford Road 59 & Hounsfield Street/Main Street 44 5 Oxford Road 59 & Montclair Drive 35 Oxford Road 59 & Dundas Street The database provided by the County comprised 66 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Twenty and 30 collisions were turning movement and rear-end collisions respectively, in addition to three angle collisions, six sideswipe collisions and six single motor vehicle collisions. One collision was considered unclassified (other); Forty-eight of the collisions resulted in personal damage only, in addition to 10 non-fatal collisions and eight non-reportable collisions; Fifty-four of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, ten under rainy conditions, one during snow and one during “other” conditions; Fifty-four of the collisions occurred during daylight conditions, 10 under dark/night conditions and two at dusk; and Page 335 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Ten collisions occurred in August, nine each in October and November, six each in January, May and September, five each in June and December, three each in April and July and two each in February and March. Based on the analysis, it would appear driver behaviour in the form of inattentiveness or failure to yield the right-of-way is contributing to collisions at this intersection. No seasonal trend is apparent based on the time of year of the collisions; however, 15% of collisions did occur in August with a further 14% occurring in October and November respectively. It is recommended the County conduct an operational review of the intersection to determine what, if any, improvements to intersection geometry, level of service or traffic control may be required. Oxford Road 59 & Juliana Drive The database provided by the County comprised 64 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Twenty-six and 25 collisions were turning movement and rear-end collisions respectively, in addition to eight angle collisions, two sideswipe, two single motor vehicle collisions and one hit and run; Forty-seven of the collisions resulted in personal damage only, in addition to 12 non-fatal collisions, and five non-reportable; Forty-nine of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, ten under rainy conditions, and five during snow or fog; Forty-eight of the collisions occurred under daylight conditions, 13 under dark/night conditions, and three during dawn or dusk; and Ten collisions occurred in February, seven each in July and August, six each in May and October, five each in January, April and December, four each in June and September, three in March and two in November. Based on the analysis, it would appear driver behaviour in the form of inattentiveness or failure to yield the right-of-way is contributing to collisions at this intersection. No seasonal trend is apparent based on the time of year of the collisions; however, 16% of collisions did occur in February. The County’s 5-year capital plan has identified intersection improvements at this location. South of this intersection at the Highway 401 interchange, there were existing traffic signals in the same line of sight for southbound traffic approaching Juliana Avenue which may have been creating a visual distraction. However, in 2018, the MTO realigned the Highway 401 interchange thus eliminating the perception of these signals. Page 336 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Oxford Road 59 & Peel Street The database provided by the County comprised 57 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Forty-four collisions were classified as either angle collisions (32) or rear-end collisions (12). The remaining comprised nine turning movement collisions, two sideswipes, one approaching and one single motor vehicle; Forty of the collisions resulted in personal damage only, in addition to 16 non-fatal collisions and one non-reportable; Forty-eight of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, six under rainy conditions, and three during snow; Forty-seven of the collisions occurred during daylight, eight under dark/night conditions, and two during dawn or dusk; and Nine collisions occurred in January, seven each in March and September, five each in February, April and May, four each in June, July October and December, two in August and one in November. Based on the analysis, it would appear driver behaviour in the form of inattentiveness or failure to yield the right-of-way is contributing to collisions at this intersection. No seasonal trend is apparent based on the time of year of the collisions; however, 16% of collisions did occur in January. In 2015 an operational review was completed at this intersection. The review found visual interference from the signal heads at the adjacent signalized intersections to the north and south, as well inconsistent signal head/lens sizes and mounting heights at this intersection. As a result, signal heads and alignments were changed to improve signal visibility and to reduce visual interference from adjacent intersections. Furthermore, in 2018, optically directed lenses were installed at the adjacent intersections to reduce perception of these signals from the Oxford Road 59 & Peel St intersection approaches. Oxford Road 59 & Hounsfield Street/Main Street The database provided by the County comprised 44 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Thirty-nine collisions were classified as angle collisions (19), rear-end collisions (10) or turning movement collisions (10). The remaining comprised one sideswipe, one approaching collision, and one single motor vehicle collision; Thirty-two of the collisions resulted in personal damage only, with 12 involving non-fatal injuries; Forty of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, the remaining four under rainy (3) or snowy (1) conditions; Thirty-four collisions occurred under daylight conditions, seven under dark/night conditions and three during dawn or dusk; and Six collisions occurred in April, five each in May, June, August, September, October, four in March and three each in January, July and December. No collisions were noted in February and November. Page 337 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Based on the analysis, it would appear driver behaviour in the form of inattentiveness or failure to yield the right-of-way is contributing to collisions at this intersection. No seasonal trend is apparent based on the time of year of the collisions. It is recommended the County conduct an operational review of the intersection to determine what, if any, improvements to intersection geometry, level of service or traffic control may be required. Oxford Road 59 & Montclair Drive The database provided by the County comprised 35 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collisions that occurred at the intersection: Twenty-eight collisions were classified as rear-end (16) or turning movement (12) collisions. Three sideswipe, one angle, two single motor vehicle collisions, and one unclassified collision comprised the remaining seven collisions; Twenty-six of the collisions resulted in personal damage only, eight involved non-fatal injuries and one was non-reportable; Thirty-one collisions occurred under clear conditions, three under rainy conditions, and one during fog; Thirty of the collisions occurred during daylight conditions, with the remaining eight occurring during dark/night conditions; and Seven collisions occurred in December, four each in February, April, May and November, three in June, two each in March, July, September and October and one in August. Based on the analysis, it would appear driver behaviour in the form of inattentiveness or failure to yield the right-of-way is contributing to collisions at this intersection. No seasonal trend is apparent based on the time of year of the collisions; however, 16% of collisions did occur in December. It is recommended the County conduct an operational review of the intersection to determine what, if any, improvements to intersection geometry, level of service or traffic control may be required. Urban Intersection Mitigation Measures The reviewed urban intersections are currently operating with traffic signals that designate right-of-way between opposing traffic. The majority of the collisions occurring at these five (5) urban intersections appear to be the result of driver inattentiveness or failure to yield the right-of-way. As outlined above, it is recommended that the County conduct operational reviews at the following intersections: Oxford Road 59 and Dundas Street; Oxford Road 59 and Hounsfield Street/Main Street; and Oxford Road 59 & Montclair Drive The purpose of the review is to evaluate the intersection geometry; signal timing and positioning; level of service; proximity to other intersections, entrances and exits and to determine what, if any, improvements are required. Page 338 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Where operational improvements have been made, the County should continue to monitor these locations to evaluate the effectiveness of the improvements. If the improvements have not resulted in a reduction in collisions, additional operational reviews and mitigation measures should be considered. Intersection Analysis – Rural Intersections The nature of collision occurrences at rural intersections were reviewed based on those experiencing the largest number of collisions over the analysis period. Five intersections (areas of concern) were then selected for review and analysis to determine potential trends, and/or improvements that could be implemented to reduce collision activity. Table 2 summarizes the five (5) rural intersections. TABLE 2: RURAL INTERSECTION COLLISION OCCURENCES (2013-2017) Rank Intersection Number of Collisions 1 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 13 & Oxford Road 46 15 2 Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 6 15 3 Oxford Road 59 & Firehall Road 10 4 Oxford Road 59 & Maplewood Sideroad/Oxford Road 28 9 5 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 9 Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 13 & Oxford Road 46 The database provided by the County comprised 15 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Six were angle collisions, four were single motor vehicle collisions, three were turning movement collisions and one was a rear-end collision. One collision was considered unclassified (other); Twelve of the collisions resulted in personal damage only and the remaining three involved non-fatal injuries; Ten of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, one under rainy conditions, one during snowy conditions and three during wind/fog conditions; Nine collisions occurred during daylight hours, five during dark/night conditions and one during dawn and dusk; and Three collisions occurred in December, two each in April, May, August and November and one each in January, February, June and September. Based on this analysis, typical causes such as adverse weather do not appear to be contributing to collisions. No seasonal trend is apparent due to similar collision patterns between summer and winter months. Driver actions such as inattentiveness or failure to yield right-of-way may be contributing to some of the collisions at this intersection. As well, this location consists of three intersections where Page 339 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Oxford Road 46 and Oxford Road 13 connect to Oxford Road 59 in close proximity to each other on a horizontal curve which may also be a contributing factor to the collisions in this area. The County’s 10 year capital plan identifies intersection improvements at this location. Oxford Road 2 & Oxford Road 6 The database provided by the County comprised 15 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: The 15 collisions were comprised of angle collisions (4), rear-end collisions (5), single motor vehicle collisions (5) or turning movement collisions (1); Thirteen of the collisions involved personal damage only. The remaining two involved non-fatal injuries; Eleven of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, two occurred during freezing rain, one occurred under rainy or snowy conditions respectively; Eleven of the collisions occurred during daylight conditions, one at dusk and the remaining three occurred during dark/night conditions; and Two collisions occurred each in January, March, April, May and December and one in February, June, July, September and October. No collisions were reported in August or November. Based on this analysis, typical causes such as adverse weather do not appear to be contributing to collisions. No seasonal trend is apparent due to collisions occurring at various times of the year. Driver actions such as loss of control, or inattentiveness may be contributing to some of the collisions at this intersection. A roundabout was installed at this location in 2011. Roundabouts are not intended to reduce the number of collisions, but instead to reduce the severity of collisions since traffic is operating at lower speeds within the roundabout. Oxford Road 59 & Firehall Road The database provided by the County comprised 10 collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Nine of the collisions involved a single motor vehicle, while the other collision was classified as a rear-end collision; All of the collisions resulted in personal damage only; Nine of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, the other occurred during rainy conditions; Eight of the collisions occurred under dark conditions, the other two occurring during daylight; and All of the collisions occurred in October (one collision), November (two collisions), December (two collisions) and January (five collisions). Page 340 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Based on the analysis, only one collision was related to an intersection movement. The other collisions were a result of deer impacts/avoidance maneuvers. Installation of deer crossing warning signs (Wc-11) in accordance with OTM Book 6 Warning Signs should be considered for this area. Oxford Road 59 & Maplewood Sideroad/Oxford Road 28 The database provided by the County comprised nine collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: Four of the collisions involved single motor vehicles, three were angle collisions, and the other two were angle and turning movement collisions, respectively; Two of the collisions resulted in fatalities, three involved non-fatal injuries, and four were property damage only; Six of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, two under rainy conditions and one under foggy conditions; Five of the collisions occurred during dark lighting conditions, and four occurred during daylight conditions; and The collisions occurred during all months of the year, with no trend identified. Based on this analysis, typical causes like winter conditions and impaired driving do not appear to be contributing to the collisions being experienced at this intersection. Although driver action information was not provided in the database, the collisions appear to be occurring due to driver on Maplewood Road failing to yield the right-of-way to drivers on Oxford Road 59. Intersection illumination and flashing beacons were installed on the stop signs on Maplewood Sideroad/Oxford Road 28 in 2017. The County should also consider rumble strips as an immediate mitigation measure. An intersection control feasibility study has been identified in the five-year horizon as identified in Table 9.1 of the TMP. Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33 The database provided by the County comprised nine collisions for the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2017 (inclusive). The following observations were noted for the collision occurrences at the intersection: The collisions types comprised three angle collisions, two rear-end collisions, one turning movement, two single motor vehicle collisions and one unclassified collision; Eight of the collisions resulted in personal damage only, with the remaining collision involving non-fatal injuries; Five of the collisions occurred under clear conditions, one each under rainy and/or snowy conditions and two during freezing rain; Five of the collisions occurred under daylight conditions, two under dark lighting conditions, and one each under artificial daylight and dusk; and Page 341 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix B Two collisions occurred in May, in addition to one each in April, August, September, November and December. Based on this analysis, typical causes like adverse weather appear to be contributing to some collisions; however, half of the collisions occurred under clear conditions. Although driver action information was not provided in the database, the collisions between at least two vehicles appear to the result of driver’s failing to yield the right-of-way. Intersection illumination was installed at this intersection in 2017. The County should consider the addition of flashing beacons on the stop signs and rumble strips as immediate mitigation measures. An intersection control feasibility study has been identified in the five-year horizon as identified in Table 9.1 of the TMP master document. Rural Intersection Mitigation Measures All of the rural intersections reviewed currently operate under stop control which designates the right-of-way between opposing traffic. The majority of the collisions occurring at these five (5) rural intersections appear to be the result of driver inattentiveness or loss of control. No significant collision trends were identified at the five (5) rural intersections (areas of concern); however, the County should continue to monitor collision data and traffic volumes which may warrant the need for specific intersection improvements. Page 342 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Appendices Appendix C TMP Implementation Program Page 343 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Road Network Strategy Infrastructure Improvements Implement Annual Capital Program (Section 5.1)- Road Rehabilitation and Resurfacing - Guide Rail Installation - Crack Sealing - Rural/Urban Storm Sewer - Bridge & Culvert Rehabilitation/Replacement, Expansion and Design Projects Major Road Reconstruction: - Oxford Road 119 (from Oxford Road 10 to Oxford Road 7)*X - Oxford Road 16 (from 31st Line to Kintore)*X - Oxford Road 36 (from Oxford Road 29 to Township Road 5)*X Road Urbanization: - Oxford Road 3 (Princeton)*X - Oxford Road 9 (Ingersoll)*X - Oxford Road 22 / Oxford Road 8 (Bright)*X - Oxford Road 35 (Woodstock)*X - Oxford Road 59 (Burgesville)*X Undertake Intersection Upgrades / Improvements: - Oxford Road 59 and Juliana Drive*X - Oxford Road 8 & Oxford Road 36 (Roundabout)*X - Clarke Road & Harris Street*X - Oxford Road 15 & Ferguson Drive X - Oxford Road 59 & Lakeview Drive*X - Oxford Road 119 and Oxford Road 2* X - Oxford Road 13 / Oxford Road 46 / Oxford Road 59 X - Oxford Road 59 (intersections between Oxford Road 35 & Oxford Road 17)*X - Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 8*X - Oxford Road 9 and Oxford Road 2*X - Oxford Road 59 and Oxford Road 15 (Parkinson Drive)*X Consider Intersection Control Feasibility Studies: - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 28*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 15*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 17*X - Oxford Road 4 & Oxford Road 35*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 33*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 8*X - Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 16*X - Oxford Road 13 & Oxford Road 18*X - Oxford Road 29 & Oxford Road 36*X - Oxford Road 6 & Oxford Road 9*X - Oxford Road 59 & Oxford Road 24*X Undertake Condition Assessment Studies: - Bridge Needs Study (OSIM)X X X X - Roads Needs Study X X X X - Retaining Wall Infrastructure X - Storm Infrastructure X X X X TABLE 9.1: TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM X X Page 344 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Road Network Strategy (cont'd) Undertake Class Environmental Assessment Studies: - Oxford Road 19*X - Trans Canada Trail Bridge over Ontario Southland Railway X - Oxford Road 4 Corridor Master Plan*X - Oxford Road 20 (Tillsonburg to Brownsville)*X - Oxford Road 22*X - Oxford Road 28*X - Oxford Road 14*X - Oxford Road 18*X - Oxford Road 36*X - Transportation Master Plan*X X X X Annual review of collision data to identify any areas of concern for consideration and prioritization in future road projects.X X X X * denotes projects that are all or in part related to new development/future growth Corridor Management Policies (Section 5.3) Review and update the County's Access Management Guidelines to reflect current road design standards and best practices.X Develop a County Wide Traffic Calming/Speed Management Policy to identify conditions where traffic management and traffic calming measures are warranted.X In partnership with the Area Municipalities, consider the potential implementation of automated speed enforcement, particularly in school zones and community safety zones. X Maintain the Emergency Detour Routing to facilitate safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the County; Collaborate with municipal partners and stakeholders to develop a Road Safety strategy that prioritizes safety for road users (motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and persons with mobility assisting devices). X Implement a Road Occupancy Permit process for all third-party undertakings within the County Right-of-Way.X Continue to maintain a detailed database of all collisions occurring in the County. Railway Crossings Enhancements (Section 5.4) Upgrade railway grade crossings (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities.X X X X Review railway grade separations (based on current Transport Canada regulations) as required in collaboration with Rail Authorities.X X X X Active Transportation Strategy Active Transportation Policies (Section 6.6) Update active transportation policies to include the following in addition to the existing policies: - Policies on active transportation (detailed as pedestrian and cycling) should be updated to further guide planning and encouragement of active transportation. - Continue with the program to provide a wider asphalt platform with edge line on rural roads as part of regular resurfacing programs and incorporate cycling facilities as part of any urban road reconstruction (2009 TMP). - Facilitate trail development and implementation in accordance with the Trails Master Plan. -Include property for active transportation routes with the land requirements for roads (where possible);. - Design active transportation routes based on the principles of accessibility, connectivity, continuity, directness of route, safety convenience and comfort. Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Ongoing Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Monitor and update as required Ongoing X Monitor and update as required Page 345 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 Active Transportation Strategy (cont'd) Prepare a County-wide Cycling Master Plan in partnership with the Area Municipalities. *X Design all active transportation cycling infrastructure in accordance with OTM Book 18. Update Pedestrian Crossing Policy to Align with OTM Book 15.X People and Goods Movement Strategy People Movement (Section 7.1) In partnership with provincial/federal governments, municipalities and motor coach industry, support the development of an integrated public transportation system implementation plan for an Intercommunity Bus Network and an enhanced commuter rail service, as identified within the “SouthwestLynx” Report (2018). Carpool Lots (Section 7.2.3) Advocate for and support the development and maintenance of carpool lots along the Highway 401 and Highway 403 corridors with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and private land owners including: - Highway 401 at Oxford Road 29 (interchange 250). - Highway 401 at Towerline Road (interchange 236). - Highway 401 at Culloden Road (interchange 216). - Quality Inn (580 Bruin Boulevard, Woodstock). - Oxford Road 15 at Oxford Road 55. - Sobey’s Plaza (678 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg). - Travel Centres of America (TA) Truck Stop (535 Mill Street, Woodstock). Consider the installation of secure bike lockers at the carpool lots located within reasonable distance from residential areas to support first mile/last mile connectivity. Work From Home (Section 7.3) Consider engaging the business community and other participants through ongoing TDM marketing and education.X Support TDM measures for residents and businesses by providing TDM information on the County website.X Demonstrate leadership in sustainable transportation by promoting TDM initiatives (i.e. flexible work hours, telecommuting, work from home, etc.)X Goods Movement (Section 7.4) Explore options for provision of an intermodal terminal that is accessible to Class 1 and short line railways and well connected to the 400-series highways (ideally between the Highway 401/402 and Highway 401/403 junctions) and the existing arterial roadway network. Construct truck route roadways to arterial road specifications and provide adequate turning radii and turning lane storage to accommodate freights, aggregate and agricultural vehicles. Support the use of more fuel-efficient vehicles and options for alternative modes for deliveries. Provide adequate height and width under bridges when constructing new roads or undertaking road rehabilitation to facilitate existing rail services and transport trucks. Foster the formation of a Southwest Ontario rail corridor coalition to facilitate expansion of the region’s rail freight system as recommended in Steel Corridors of Opportunity report (2018). X Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Monitor and update every 5 years Ongoing Monitor and update as required Ongoing X Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Page 346 of 816 TMP Strategy Action 2019-2023 2024-2028 2029-2033 2034-2038 People and Goods Movement Strategy (cont'd) Multi-Modal Facility Opportunities (Section 7.5.3) Consideration should be given to exploring opportunities across the County for the development of centralized multi-modal facilities that connect multiple elements of the transportation network to one another. With the potential for high-performance rail service, connectivity among rail, transit, carpool lots and active transportation infrastructure should be maintained. This ensures users can access each mode of the system with one another. Sustainability and New Technology Strategy Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations (Section 8.2.1) Support the ongoing implementation of the network of EV charging stations recommended in the “Oxford County Feasibility Study: EVSE Data Mapping & Analysis in Support of Oxford County’s Electric Vehicle Accessibility Plan (EVAP)” report prepared by CUTRIC (Figure 8.1). Explore funding opportunities for the new EV charging stations through public funds, private funds or through public-private partnerships to reduce the County’s financial impact, as well as reducing the timeline for EVSE implementation. Consider the implementation of EV charging stations within official and unofficial carpool lots to encourage both electric vehicle and carpool use. Autonomous Vehicles (Section 8.2.2) Implement the autonomous vehicle (AV) network (Figure 8.2) to facilitate the testing of Level 3 to Level 5 autonomous vehicles as part of the Windsor to Ottawa network. Establishing a designated province-wide AV testing road network will provide a focused approach for AV manufacturers where they can consider enhanced mapping of the routes (#D laser scanning) and further testing and validation of wireless communication networks and technology. X Coordinate with the Area Municipalities to integrate the County AV network to the local (municipal) routes. The County has distributed the proposed AV routes to the Area Municipalities and requested they consider identifying routes within their communities that could potentially link to the County AV network, with the objective of establishing routes with a variety of conditions (i.e. gravel/paved surfaces, urban, rural, multi-lane, etc.). The County should facilitate a future workshop with the Area Municipalities for further discussion and collaboration. Continue to work with the MACAVO (through the Ontario Good Roads Association) on the development of a larger AVE road network serving Southwestern Ontario. This will help to ensure a focused approach and provide opportunities for the municipality to influence AV testing and implementation for local and regional benefits. Monitor and update as required Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Page 347 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited & Lura Consulting | Appendices Appendix D Public and Stakeholder Consultation Materials Page 348 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Page D-i Contents 1 Notice of Study Commencement 2 Notice of Spring 2017 Consultation 3 Spring 2017 Consultation Materials 4 Spring 2017 Consultation Feedback 5 Notice of Fall 2018 Consultation 6 Fall 2018 Consultation Materials 7 Fall 2018 Consultation Feedback 8 Notice and Contact List – Agencies and Focus Group 9 Agencies and Focus Group Response and Input 10 Notice and Contact List – Indigenous Communities 11 Indigenous Communities Response and Input 12 Notice and Contact List – TMPAC 13 TMPAC Meeting 1 14 TMPAC Meeting 2 15 TMPAC Meeting 3 16 2019 Budget Survey Results to Inform TMP 17 County Council Report 18 Notice of Study Completion Page 349 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 1 Notice of Study Commencement Page 350 of 816 NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Oxford County has initiated an update to the 2009 Transportation Master Plan (TMP) to help guide the County’s transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. The TMP will: xIdentify existing and future transportation deficiencies, considering travel demand and supply for various modes of travel throughout the County; xIdentify rural and urban transportation issues; xAssess strategic transportation service options for roads and other travel modes; xConsider transportation demand management strategies aimed at promoting alternative modes of transportation; xDevelop a transportation strategy to address population and employment growth over the next 20 years; and xDevelop a practical and financially achievable implementation plan that supports economic and environmental sustainability while achieving the mobility need of the County. Public input will be a key element in developing the TMP. Members of the public are invited and encouraged to comment on the project at any time during the Study. Opportunities for involvement will also be available through Public Consultation Centres (PCC) and forums. Study newsletters and a link to the project information on the County’s website will also keep you informed of the study progress. The County has retained Paradigm Transportation Solutions Ltd. to conduct the study. We are interested in hearing any comments or input that you may have about this study. If you have any questions, comments, or wish to obtain more information about the Study, please contact: InformaƟon will be collected according to the Municipal Freedom of InformaƟon and ProtecƟon of Privacy Act. With excepƟon of personal informaƟon, all comments will be part of public record. Robert Walton, P.Eng. Director of Public Works Dadean Assam, P.Eng. Manager of Construction, Oxford County Public Works 21 Reeve Street, P.O Box 1614, Woodstock, ON N4S 7Y3 Tel: 519-539-9800 ext. 3117 Toll-free: 1-866-537-7778 Fax: 519-421-4711 dassam@oxfordcounty.ca Stewart Elkins, B.E.S. 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The TMP will: �Identify existing and future transportation deficiencies, considering travel demand and supply for various modes of travel throughout the County; �Identify rural and urban transportation issues; �Assess strategic transportation service options for roads and other travel modes; �Consider transportation demand management strategies aimed at promoting alternative modes of transportation; �Develop a transportation strategy to address population and employment growth over the next 20 years; and �Develop a practical and financially achievable implementation plan that supportseconomic and environmental sustainability while achieving the mobility need of the County. Public input will be a key element in developing the TMP. Members of the public are invited and encouraged to comment on the project at any time during the Study. Opportunities for involvement will also be available through Public Consultation Centres(PCC) and forums. Study newsletters and a link to the project information on the County’s website will also keep you informed of the study progress. The County has retained Paradigm Transportation Solutions Ltd. to conduct the study. We are interested in hearing any comments or input that you may have about thisstudy. If you have any questions, comments, or wish to obtain more information about the Study, please contact: Informa�on will be collected according to the Municipal Freedom of Informa�on and Protec�on of Privacy Act. With excep�on of personal informa�on, all comments will be part of public record. Robert Walton, P.Eng. Director of Public Works Dadean Assam, P.Eng. Manager of Construction, Oxford County Public Works 21 Reeve Street, P.O Box 1614, Woodstock, ON N4S 7Y3 Tel: 519-539-9800 ext. 3117 Toll-free: 1-866-537-7778 Fax: 519-421-4711 dassam@oxfordcounty.ca Stewart Elkins, B.E.S. 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Call KTN TAXI 519-688-3900 Part Time TruckDriver Neededto transport grainfrom field to elevatorAZ licence required.References requiredPlease call519-808-8207 tillsonburgnews.com/classifieds CLASSIFIEDS Page 361 of 816 Page 362 of 816 Page 363 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 2 Notice of Spring 2017 Consultation Page 364 of 816 News April 10, 2017 Rubber hits the road on updating Oxford County’s Transportation Master Plan Public input is being welcomed on all transportation systems in Oxford County Whether you travel by foot, bike, car, bus or train, Oxford County is looking for your input on the topic of transportation. The County is updating the Transportation Master Plan to help steer programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. Gathering information from residents who use the transportation systems every day is key to creating an informed Transportation Master Plan. Now is the time to bring up any transportation challenges you have experienced in Oxford or to offer ideas on opportunities for improvement. An online survey has been launched that should only take a few minutes to fill out, but leaves plenty of opportunity for feedback. The survey will be open until May 15. Along with the online survey, two in-person opportunities for discussion will be held in this month: Thursday, April 20, 2017 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Future Oxford Expo Oxford Auditorium, Woodstock 875 Nellis St., Woodstock Wednesday, April 26, 2017 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tillsonburg Community Centre 45 Hardy Ave., Tillsonburg Two more public input dates will be scheduled in the fall in other areas of the County. Residents can also use the Speak Up, Oxford!online town hall to learn more about the Transportation Master Plan and leave comments. Aside from public input, Oxford County is working with Paradigm Transportation Solutions to collect traffic data in the County that will help inform the updated Transportation Master Plan. Page 365 of 816 Comment Melissa Abercrombie, Manager of Engineering Services, Oxford County “Being at the cross roads of major highways means a responsibility to keep people and products moving in and out of the County efficiently. At the same time, we know there is increasing demand for more sustainable forms of transportation like walking, cycling and even electric vehicles. Gathering input from as many members of the community as possible will help us achieve the right balance of the community’s transportation needs for the future." Background Oxford County has initiated an update to the 2009 Transportation Master Plan (TMP) to help guide the County’s transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. The Transportation Master Plan will: x Identify existing and future transportation deficiencies, considering travel demand and supply for various modes of travel throughout the County; x Identify rural and urban transportation issues; x Assess strategic transportation service options for roads and other travel modes; x Consider transportation demand management strategies aimed at promoting alternative modes of transportation; x Develop a transportation strategy to address population and employment growth over the next 20 years; and x Develop a practical and financially achievable implementation plan that supports economic and environmental sustainability while achieving the mobility need of the County. Social media and online content Speak Up, Oxford! – Transportation Master Plan Facebook: Oxford County Twitter: Oxford County www.oxfordcounty.ca/newsroom About Oxford County Located in the heart of southwestern Ontario at the crossroads of Highways 401 and 403, Oxford County has a population of approximately 114,000 people across eight municipalities that are “growing stronger together” through a partnership-oriented, two-tier municipal government incorporated as the County of Oxford. Oxford County is emerging as a leader in sustainable growth through the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan and County Council’s commitment to becoming a zero waste community and achieving 100% renewable energy by 2050. Situated in one of Ontario’s richest areas for farmland, agriculture is a key industry that serves as a springboard for some of the sustainable industries that are steadily diversifying the local economy. Oxford County offers a thriving local arts, culture and culinary Page 366 of 816 community, as well as conservation parks, natural areas and more than 100 kilometres of scenic trails. The Oxford County Administration Building is located in Woodstock, Ontario. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca or follow our social media sites at www.oxfordcounty.ca/social.Oxford County’s Strategic Plan is at oxfordcounty.ca/strategicplan. Contact Adam Nyp | Strategic Communication & Engagement 519.539.9800, ext. 3529 |anyp@oxfordcounty.ca Page 367 of 816 Help improve transportation in Oxford County Thursday, April 20, 2017 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Future Oxford Expo Oxford Auditorium 875 Nellis St. Woodstock Wednesday, April 26, 2017 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tillsonburg Community Centre 45 Hardy Ave., Tillsonburg Two more public input dates will be scheduled in the fall in other areas of the County.Project Vupported Ey: Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited and Lura Consulting. Take the online survey and leave your feedback by visiting: oxfordcounty.ca/speakup Along with the online survey, two in-person opportunities for discussion will be held in this month: Submit your feedback to the Transportation Master Plan Whether you travel by foot, bike, car, bus or train, Oxford County is looking for your input on the topic of transportation. The County is updating the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) to help steer programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. Now is the time to bring up any transportation challenges you’ve had, or offer ideas for improving our local transportation systems. Page 368 of 816 RADIO AD: TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN +HDUW)0(DV\&RXQWU\ September 8-12 However you travel, Oxford County needs your input on the topic of transportation. The County is updating the Transportation Master Plan to help guide programs and investments for the next 20 years. Feedback from local residents has been considered to develop updates to the plan, and now is your chance to share your thoughts on the suggested changes. Visit the Speak Up, Oxford webpage to see the updates, and take the online survey to provide your input. Visit oxfordcounty-dot-ca-slash-speak-up, or give your feedback in-person on Wednesday, September 12 at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. (93 words) September 19-22 However you travel, Oxford County needs your input on the topic of transportation. The County is updating the Transportation Master Plan to help guide programs and investments for the next 20 years. Feedback from local residents has been considered to develop updates to the plan, and now is your chance to share your thoughts on the suggested changes. Visit the Speak Up, Oxford webpage to see the updates, and take the online survey to provide your input. Visit oxfordcounty-dot-ca-slash-speak-up, or give your feedback in-person on Saturday, September 22 at the Drumbo Fair. (92 words) Page 369 of 816 RADIO AD: TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN +HDUW)0(DV\&RXQWU\ Whether you travel by foot, bike, car, bus or train, Oxford County is looking for your input on the topic of transportation. The County is updating the Transportation Master Plan to help steer programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. Now is the time to (bring up any transportation challenges you’ve had, or) offer ideas for improving our local transportation systems. Visit the Speak Up, Oxford online town hall to learn more, and take the online survey to provide your input. Visit oxfordcounty-dot-ca-slash-speak-up, or take the survey in person at the Oxford County Administration Building at 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock. (88 words) Page 370 of 816 TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN CONSULTATION | PRINT ADVERTISING - 2017 2[IRUG5HYLHZ7LOOVRQEXUJ,QGHSHQGHQW1RUZLFK*D]HWWH7DYLVWRFN*D]HWWH$\U1HZV,QJHUVROO7LPHV 6W0DU\ಬV-RXUQDO$UJXV $'6$03/( Page 371 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 3 Spring 2017 Consultation Materials Page 372 of 816 Transportation Master Plan Take the online survey: R[IRUGFRXQW\FDVSHDNXS Project Supported By: Page 373 of 816 Transportation Master Plan Have your say on the future of transportation in Oxford. Take the survey: R[IRUGFRXQW\FDVSHDNXSProject Vupported Ey:Page 374 of 816 Transportation Master Plan Survey Whether you travel by foot, bike, car, bus or train, Oxford County is looking for your input on the topic of transportation. The County is updating the Transportation Master Plan to help steer programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. Tell us about your transportation routines and experiences to help guide future programs and investments in transportation. Questions 1. Which of the following modes of transportation do you use, and how often? Please select the extent to which you travel by each mode. At least once per day 4-6 times per week 1-3 times per week 1-2 times per month 1-2 times per year Never Walk Bicycle Public transit Greyhound Via Rail Carpool Drive vehicle by yourself Other: _________________ 2. Where do you live? a. Blandford-Blenheim b. East Zorra-Tavistock c. Ingersoll d. Norwich e. South-West Oxford f. Tillsonburg g. Woodstock h. Zorra i. Outside of Oxford County Page 375 of 816 3. Where do you commute to most often? 4. Thinking about your experiences using Oxford County’s transportation system, what works well? 5. What, if any, concerns do you have about Oxford County’s transportation system? 6. What improvements to Oxford County’s transportation system would you like to see explored? Page 376 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 4 Spring 2017 Consultation Feedback Page 377 of 816 1 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary Prepared by Lura for: Oxford County Introduction Page 378 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 1 Introduction As part of the engagement strategy, an online survey was developed to gain a better understanding of how people travel in Oxford County, and their thoughts on Oxford County’s existing transportation system. The survey was active from April 10th to May 15th, 2017. The online survey mirrored the survey used during pop-up consultations. For the purposes of this summary, responses received at pop-up events have been integrated. Summary of Responses Question 1 – Which of the following modes of transportation do you use, and how often? Respondents noted to what extent they used the following transportation methods within the provided time frames. In terms of private vehicles, nearly 70% of respondents indicated they drive alone at least once per day. More than 70% of respondents indicated they never take public transit. Additionally, more than 90% of respondents stated they never use greyhound bus services. Around 56% of respondents noted they have never used VIA Rail. Carpool use was split with around 50% of respondents reporting they had never carpooled, and 50% of respondents reporting that they carpooled once to several times a month. Active transportation responses remained varied with more than 70% of people indicating they walk at least once per week, while less than 30% indicated they cycle with the same frequency. 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Walk Bicycle Public transitGreyhound VIA Rail CarpoolDrive vehicle by yourself Never 1-2 times per year 1-2 times per month 1-3 times per week 4-6 times per week At least once per day Page 379 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 2 Question 2 – Where do you live? Respondents were asked to identify were they resided within Oxford County. The graphic below displays the percent distributions of where the respondents reside. Question 3 – Where do you commute most often? Respondents noted the locations they commute to most often; most noted the general location of their workplace as such a large majority noted working within Woodstock, Tillsonburg or Ingersoll. Others noted working within Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo, London. Very few work within Toronto or other major cities such as Hamilton. Question 4 – Thinking about your experiences using Oxford County’s transportation systems. What works well? Active Transportation Respondents noted that the urban areas of Woodstock and Tillsonburg are very walkable. Respondents were pleased about the addition of bike infrastructure in the County. Respondents appreciated existing transportation network connections to active transportation routes (e.g. carpool drop-offs beside bike lanes and pathways). Roads Respondents highlighted the ease of access to major highways including the 401, 403 and 59, and are pleased with the route options the road network provides in the County. Respondents think roadways are overall well maintained (paving and snowplowing) with appropriate signage. Many respondents reported that they like the County’s roundabouts, however this is a contentious issue as other 3% 8% 9% 7% 8% 13% 41% 7% 4% Blandford-Blenheim East Zorra-Tavistock Ingersoll Norwich South-West Oxford Tillsonburg Woodstock Zorra Outside of Oxford County Page 380 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 3 respondents were very opposed to roundabouts. Some respondents highlighted their approval of the synchronized traffic lights and advanced greens for left turns to keep traffic flowing. Transit Some respondents noted that the existing public transit in Woodstock and Tillsonburg (T.Go) worked well. Respondents were pleased with improved bus routes and extended service hours. Some respondents thought Via Rail services worked well as part of the transportation system in Oxford County. Question 5 – What concerns do you have about the transportation systems in Oxford County? Active Transportation Respondents expressed concern about the unsafe conditions for cyclists in the County due to fast moving vehicles, cars parked in bike lanes, poorly marked bike lanes, narrow bike lanes, and a lack of bike lanes on some roads (especially along country roads). Some respondents also expressed concern about a lack of sidewalks on roads creating a disjointed walking network. Roads Some respondents expressed concern about poorly maintained paved and gravel roads in the County, a lack of sidewalks on some roadways, and inadequately sized shoulders (particularly on country roads). Respondents also expressed concern about existing traffic congestion (especially on Highway 2, 3, 19, 59, and 401), and the potential for new developments and population growth to increase traffic congestion in the County. Some respondents expressed concerns about roundabouts in the country, identifying that many drivers do not understand how to use the roundabouts properly. Some respondents expressed concern about the size of roundabouts potentially limiting the local production of Siemens wind blades (too large to navigate around the roundabouts). Transit Many respondents are concerned about the lack of accessibility in the region, outside of Woodstock, for those who cannot drive, or do not have access to a vehicle. Many respondents are concerned about a lack of public transit options within villages, between villages, and to major urban centres outside of Oxford County. Respondents are also concerned about infrequent service (including a lack of night-time and Sunday service) as well as the high cost of transit (specially to leave the County, e.g. Via Rail). Conversely, some respondents feel funding is misspent on public transit services, as they believe these services are underutilised. Some respondents are concerned about road safety for cyclists, due to a misuse of bike lanes by vehicles (for parking), and vehicles not leaving enough space when passing cyclists. Page 381 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 4 Question 6 – What improvements to Oxford County's transportation systems would you like to see explored? Active Transportation Many respondents suggested improvements to cycling and walking networks, including improving infrastructure by adding more bike lanes, bike facilities, a bike share, and walking trails throughout the County. Respondents also suggested stronger enforcement of rules around cycling, bike lanes, and passing cyclists. Conversely, a few respondents suggested bike lanes be removed. Roads Respondents suggested road improvements be considered to help alleviate traffic congestion, including the addition of more turning lanes, paved shoulders, and passing lanes along highways; more roundabouts; and traffic lights that are connected to traffic sensors. Respondents also suggested the County pave more roads, and add road markings (throughout the County) to make crossings safer. Some respondents noted that education must be provided to improve roundabout safety. Some respondents suggested stronger enforcement of speed limits and road regulations in order to promote road safety. Transit Many respondents suggested expanding public transit options within villages, between villages, and to major urban centres outside of Oxford County. Suggestions included more convenient transfer spots on existing bus routes, improved service times, more bus and train routes, and more affordable transportation options. Some respondents suggested the County adopt public transit solutions other than large city busses, including shuttles, smaller buses, and subsidised rideshare and taxi services. Respondents suggested that special attention be given to ensuring transportation is available for seniors. Conversely, some respondents suggested that public transportation is too expensive for the County and should therefore not be offered. Page 382 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 5 Appendix A: Verbatim Comments Q4: Thinking about your experiences using Oxford County’s transportation systems. What works well? Active Transportation x Happy with bike infrastructure - Like the new bridges by Elmhurst Inn x After arriving at primary destination my carpool partners take transit or walk to their destinations and back. x Bike lanes have been added in Woodstock. x Bike lanes should be one and half meters wide on all roads not a couple of centimeters like we have on most roads. x Bike trails and roads work well x Current bicycle map is great x I walk to work because it's close by, but when I shop I like to take the bus because I see different areas of the city. x It’s awful; At 98 yrs. old, I shouldn't have to walk 2+ blocks to get the city bus and up a steep hill. I live in the Hay St. Butlers St . area, years ago when I could drive I didn't need the bus and the bus stop was right on the corner . Now that I can no longer drive (2015), I must walk up steep hills to catch the bus. There are a lot of seniors in my area but most can still drive. I spent 6 full years inn WW2 walking in the wet, cold, muck etc. , I sure the hell don't want to be doing it again . No one shovels their walks so i chose the middle of the road, not a good idea either . x Roads, cycling map for recreation x The walking trails in Tillsonburg are great. We use them frequently. x walking x Woodstock is a very walk-able city. Roads x 401 x Access to Woodstock - Carpool, use lot at 19 & 401 x Like the location, good access to 401, 403) - Like Via services - Good access for the region - Roads in good conditions x 16th line to get to 403 and hwy 59 x 401 access x Access to 401 x Access to 401/ major centres x Access to highway x easy access to major highways x Highway 19 and 2 Page 383 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 6 x Highway access is good, traffic in town is fine x Hwy 19 is always busy, usually back roads x Hwy 401 x Nothing, traffic on 19 can be slow. Almost need extra lanes. x Paved shoulders & cycling lanes on rural roads in the County (not on major roads like Highway 59 or 2 but County road 17/33, Middletown Line etc.) x Personally, I have used the carpool by HWY 401 (outside Ingersoll many times. Location is great and very helpful x Some north south highways (19/59) should be 4 lanes or have 3 lanes north and south of MT Elgin (passing lane). Similar to Hwy 6 heading north from Guelph. We also need more bike lanes. x There is easy access to the 401 and major routes are well maintained. x Woodstock's 401 access 59 Highway x amount of paved roads and signs x Can access places I need to go by car and like the roundabouts x Driving x efficient plowing of roads in winter x I absolutely hate the round bouts. I have been on streets in Kitchener and had to stop for a time after going through seven in a row. They made myself and my cousin very dizzy. I would love to see a late night VIA train so people could take in evening ball games or theatre in Toronto. x Paved Roads. x Road maintenance and signage-- the bike lanes in Woodstock x Roads 22 and 29 are well cared for as well as the 401 btwn Drumbo and Hespeler Rd for auto travel x Round about seem to work nicely in rural settings x roundabouts x Roundabouts when people know how to drive but many do not which makes it very dangerous x Roundabouts advance green lights for left turns. x Rounds about x Snow removal is amazing. Roads are free from debris and in good condition x some of the back roads are paved, makes them convenient x Synchronized traffic lights along corridors x The 400 series hwy network x The roads a generally well maintained. x The roundabout north of Woodstock on County rd. 17 and Highway 59. The roundabout on 37th line and Dundas st #2. x The snow removal, and low delays x Traffic Circles x Traffic circles. x Winter maintaining is done well Page 384 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 7 x Can access where you need to go by car - Like roundabouts x Easy to get around with a car. - T:GO x 5 lanes of road x Accessibility of urban centres main streets and availability of parking lots or on-street parking x Always have a couple choices on route to take x Back roads x Back roads and roads with paved shoulders x Being that I don't use anything but my car and my own legs, I can't really attest to County modes of transportation. The roads and sidewalks work well for my needs... x Cab, carpool x car x Car x Car parking x Car travel to my destinations is good x Close to home x Country roads x County and township roads self-drive or with wife. x County roads in good shape x Current routes to Woodstock to Tillsonburg works x decent roads x Driving x Driving by car, road network x Driving to where I need to get is ok x Easy road network for driving. x easy to get around in Woodstock x Everything x good x Good paved roads x Good road network Walking trails getting better x good roads x Good size to get around x Great roads, well maintained. I drive my car or truck for convenience but ride my bike for exercise or short distance errands. x Haven't used them other than public roads. x I can’t give an honest opinion on what works well, i mainly drive myself to and from places in town other than walking my dog. I feel if anything improvements to infrastructure can help everything work better x I DON'T HAVE OPTIONS, EXCEPT TO DRIVE MYSELF x I drive, so the roads work for me as intended. x I find the main roads are well maintained and prepared for and during snowfalls in the winter. Page 385 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 8 x I only drive x I only use my own vehicle because public transit is not available x If you have your own car x In general the system of roads within the city is adequate for the volume of traffic on them. x It all works well x Like rural atmosphere x Like the lack of traffic vs. other regions - ppl follow the rules - happy with highway access roads, easy access x lots now that we can still drive ourselves x Lots of good roads and lots of alt roads x Low volumes, quick to get anywhere x Main roads are well-maintained x more asphalt trials x Motorized vehicles x Multiple great routes into Woodstock from Oxford Centre, most in good repair x My own car x Nothing really, Zorra has no trails, no routes and nothing to travel too. Car is your only choice. x Only driving, as I find it unsafe to walk or ride a bicycle in this city. x own vechilce x Personal car x Planning ahead x private cars x Relative ease of driving and navigating throughout the County x Road are great and generally well maintained. x Road network is good, trail network is ok x Road Network is mostly well maintained. x roads x Roads are in decent condition in the County, but I find Woodstock lacking in comparison. The same is true with snow removal. x Roads are in good conditions. Traffic ok x Roads are in good shape x Roads are in relatively good shape x Roads are ok, 19 is busy x Roads are well maintained. x Roads are well maintained. VIA train is excellent, although I would like to see additional trains. x Roads for driving x Roads, except for sometimes in winter x Roads, sidewalks and trails x Roads, the good bike lanes where they exist to get bicycles off to the edge of the road x Roadways well maintained Page 386 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 9 x routes are quite convenient for me x Secondary roads x Streets x Terribly slow drive within city x The drivers are great and I am loving extended hours x The road connect to where I need to go x There's only roads x Traffic ok and can get to where I need to by car x Travel by car x Via to Toronto x Walking or driving a car x Well laid out x Well maintained roads x When the gravel roads are well maintained - meaning adequate gravel and graded when beyond "potholish" or soft spots. Transit x Via train station; do not remove, the train station is why we are located where we are - Like GO train service expansion to Niagara Falls x :30min scheduling x A temporary bus system in Tillsonburg is inadequate. Taxis can be expensive. No other options x bus x bus route times between buses x bus routes and drivers do a great job x Bus routes and timing x Buses when available, love the evening service. cab x busing schedules and new runs x centralized bus depot x City bus system works well for me. x City transit or on foot works best. x do not use x Don't use it. x Feels average. Bus service seems underutilized. x Generally Woodstock's public transit. x Have never used OC transport systems. x Have never used them as none are available in my area. x Have no options x Have to give the upper hand to the bus system The roads need lots of improvements, i travel the same roads for the last 20 years with very little repaving, the focus is more in the new developing areas where the old subdivisions Are left behind x Hours of transit and frequency in Woodstock have improved Page 387 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 10 x I didn't know the County had transportation systems. x I don't need transit but am advocating for those who do...seniors, single parents, people without vehicles etc ...the Tillsonburg T:Go bus is working well however doesn't have complete buy in by three of seven politicians. From my perspective the politicians who consistently vote against any progress in transportation, don't have an understanding of how these things work and thus vote no.. ...i am hoping the positive support we have from the majority continues to grow as the bus demonstrates its value. x I have liked the T:GO for Tillsonburg Transportation x I like the new times the transit bus runs. x I really like the han-D-ride passes. x I think it works x It is not available in my rural area x It's not great at all x Late night availability x Like the expanded transit hours x Living in Woodstock offers city bus and easy access to via rail and greyhound but is lacking in linking other towns to access these services. x No bus, roads work fine for us but are poorly maintained x None of it x Not much x Not much.....via rail is good x nothing x Nothing in my area! x Oxford County has a transportation system? Been here for 25 years and I never knew there was one. Woodstock has buses that I'm aware. No worries, looking to leave this County anyways due to the cost of living. x Public Transit in Woodstock has improved recently over several years of being the same, but could still improve or have alternatives in place. x Recent changes in public transportation hours x T - GO is the only system available in Town and we have never used it. x T:GO in TIllsonburg; volunteer transit x Tgo. It is changing my life x the bus system seems to work well x The half hour intervals. x The new bus hours are good, wish they ran on Sundays x The transit system is well laid out. x There is no public transportation outside of Tillsonburg although the in town Tillsonburg service seems to be working well x There is no system other than taxi's and they rarely pick up outside of Woodstock on weekends (we have a trailer outside Innerkip and cannot get a cab on weekends) Page 388 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 11 x There IS no transportation system in Ingersoll. The taxi companies available have vehicles that don't seem to be regulated or monitored for safety (broken parts, including seatbelts), and drivers that are very aggressive. x Theres a bus stop close to where you need to go most of the time. x Tillsonburg does not have a public transportation system. x To go bus because it's on demand and great for people on fixed income seating better than a taxi and drivers are politer x VIA provides a reasonable schedule, although should have a station that is staffed. The only other system that I think works is the road system - which is only helpful for those with vehicles. x Via Rail is excellent x VIA Rail to Toronto is efficient, but expensive x Wdstock buses. x What transportation services lol right.... if you're not in Woodstock the County could care less about you x You can pretty much get were u need to go Q5: What concerns do you have about the transportation systems in Oxford County? Active Transportation x High speeds on Landsdown - dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians - Cars park on sidewalks - Landsdown & Devonshire and Landsdown &Dundas intersection have poor lane markings. Design is not intuitive x Too scary to bike x Trails are not connected (have to drive to parks and trails - Not enough east-west connections in Woodstock; Dundas, Parkinson, Devon are all busy x Where on road parking is allowed on "bike lanes" the designation makes both biking and driving more dangerous. 2. Sidewalks are not cleared of snow and ice in winter months, if there are bylaws they aren't enforced. 3. Truck traffic on the 401 makes it potentially unsafe especially in winter. 4. Woodstock residents routinely speed 10 kph above the limit on most city streets. 5. Allowing parking on both sides of narrow residential streets is a driving hazard. x All bike lanes should be marked. That's why we don't like the country roads. x Bicycle safety, I would like to bike more but don't feel safe. Not using bike for sport, but for transportation. Bike to store, bike to work etc. x Bicycles on sidewalks x Bicycles paths/lanes and lack of County wide public transit x Bike lanes with cars parked in them. No good/affordable options for seniors without cars. x Bike traffic x Cycling Safety x Cyclists do not seem to be a concern x Focus on decreasing car use. Promote cycling walking transit. more bike offroad routes to other cities. Page 389 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 12 x I would like to be able to bike to work but there are busy roads without bike lanes and often people are parked on the side of the road which makes it difficult for cyclists to ride on the road (opening car doors, traffic passing closely, etc.). x I would love walking trails closer to Burgessville or Norwich Twp x It's not the safest place for cyclists. I personally feel like in the country cyclists should be given more room than the provincial law of 1m. This is due to rolling hills causing a cyclist to be seen later and open fields can yield wind gusts that make it difficult to control a bicycle. x Lack of bike lanes and shoulders on County roads. Not safe to ride a bike or walk on the roads because of these deficiencies. x Lack of dedicated trails for bikes and walking around Ingersoll and between Oxford communities x limited trails x Need more and safer bike paths. New paths, new subdivisions and repaved roads should include separate bike paths not attached to roads similar to bike paths in Europe. Bike paths should be free of obstacles (eg grates) and parking spaces. I would worry about kids using bike lanes. Plad should include separate bike paths. x Need more off road bicycle trails x No access to the factory for bikes x Not a lot of bike lanes - Broadway is a concern for biking because of the way cars park (diagonal to the curb, respondent avoids area because of the parking configuration) x Not enough bike lanes for safer travel for both bikes and vehicles x Not enough bike trails- main routes are too busy, or too short of shoulders, dangerous with the heavy traffic and all the farm vehicles on the road. Wider shoulders would be good. x Not enough off-road cycle and active transportation paths - especially hampered along Ingersoll St by CAMI - Also there needs to be a way to cross the Thames River on foot or bike around Wonham Street. The upcoming changes to the HWY 19 overpass will force more traffic through Ingersoll Downtown and Clark Road for closures due to accidents - volume or construction. There needs to be a paved road between Culloden and 19 Hwy that runs parallel to the 401 but South of 401 and Culloden Road and Beachville Road both need to be widened - maybe with paved shoulders x Safety for bike travel. x Safety of cyclists. x Traffic in Woodstock is simply way too congested in many places throughout the daytime. New bike lanes which, in some places, take away room for an additional lane of vehicular traffic. Speed limits are too conservative in some places (eg. Springbank Bridge in Woodstock and just south of Woodstock on County Rd. 59). Lastly, I am concerned about the amount of money the public transit systems loses each year in Woodstock. x We'd bike recreationally if there were separated bike trails that lead to other parts of County Roads x Congested HWY 19 & 401 - Slow HWY 3 Page 390 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 13 x How things will be coordinated as City grows - transit has to grow as City does - Overpass at Norwich & 401 - concerned about the construction period and how that will change traffic'- Concerned about less Via service because of the potential for high speed rail x No sidewalks (why I don't walk anywhere). - Hwy 19, south of the roundabout has a gravel shoulder and I don't feel safe walking there. Lots of residents in that area. x 19 too slow x 401 access, from County. one of the best advantages of Oxford County is the easy access to 401/403. x 401 ERT around road close and stopped traffic x 401 traffic incidents, including limited visibility no snow fence x A lot of traffic on Hwy 2 (Woodstock to London) -Railway crossing maintenance is inadequate (Thames Street in Ingersoll) x high heavy traffic on Hope St through Tavistock x my biggest concern both as someone who travels and as a resident is that in the event of collisions on the 401 traffic is diverted onto EDR's but EDR's are NOT followed and drivers favour the more direct (easiest) way often going through residential and business sections of Town x North South from 401 to North Woodstock x Not enough lanes on Hwy 19 x Overcrowding on highway 59 north with truck traffic x There is way too much traffic of gravel trucks on the 31st Line between Road 96 and Road 92.(between Harrington and Happy Hills) In the Spring especially there are often gravel trucks running every 5 minutes and they often speed especially in the stretch between Camp Tanner and Happy Hills. This road was not designed for this kind of traffic. There are 2 gravel pits on this small section of 31st Line.The culvert that runs under the road in front of my house has been crushed by heavy trucks so it barely works now and water backs up on my property. I ride my horse and walk on this road and it has become very dangerous to use the 31st Line. All of my neighbors feel the same way. x Vansittart/Hwy 59 Bridge dangerous for families on bikes. x Woodstock isn't prepared for growth - 401 constraint to the south, lake constraint to the north with minimal outlets x Not a fan of roundabouts - Goods movement of Siemens wind blades: problems with these goods getting around roundabouts. Pay attn to size of roundabouts. - Make sure all transit issues are discussed thoroughly with the lower tiers x intersections at Julian/Norwich and Parkinson/Norwich at 3pm 2) lights out regularly at Norwich/Parkinson x Aging infrastructure x Break down in infrastructure x Condition of some paved and unpaved roads is below standard, including recently resurfaced roads like Road 92 from Brooksdale to western boundary. x I am concerned that there arent enough funds to keep up with proper maintenance of the roads and infrastructure Page 391 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 14 x limited shoulder space on the sides of the roads (i.e. norwich rd) hard to take walks in the country side, or to pull over x maintaining the infrastructure; amount of large transport trucks on our County & Municipal roads; x Mill Street from Sweaburg to Woodstock (esp. Mill Street) has no shoulder room for bikes/walking/emergency vehicles. x Poor roads Farm equipment. Not moving to the side which causes slow downs x Road maintenance - Roth Park entrance has potholes x Roads in need of repair x Roads not being fixed, traffic lights not set up correctly for the traffic causing longer delays x Roadways have not been improved enough, For 2017. Too many 2 lane roads. Require 5 lanes x Rural gravel roads, espec ours are full of potholes all the time. x Same as above. I also believe within this time frame you will need to look at a circle road around Woodstock and by proactive. Don't miss the opportunity like London did. x Some of the intersections are confusing for visitors. Left turn/straight thru drive lanes are not the norm. Ie. Lansdowne @Devonshire north and south bound. x Some roads in need of repair or replacement are not looked after in a timely manner. i.e. Zenda Line x Timing at traffic lights needs attention. Too many delays at traffic lights on main County roads when traffic on secondary road is light or non-existent. Poor timing causes traffic congestion & increased ENERGY consumption. x Too many stop lights, Want more roundabouts’ x Concerned about traffic impacts of new developments x People don’t know how to use a roundabout - Traffic getting bad in Woodstock - No public options for transit outside of city limits - Worried about how I can get around without a vehicle x There are gaps in the sidewalk network. - Main truck route through town doesn’t work well - think about bypass. x Quality of roads. 2. Traffic flow. 3. Intersection design keeping pace with population growth. 4. Allowing zoning for busy commercial locations without foresight for traffic flow (Examples: Tim Hortons on Devonshire, Home Depot, Mac's Milk at north end of Clarke, etc.). These businesses should pay for traffic lights. x aging side roads x Aggressive drivers, enforcement should be part of the master plan. x because of snow covered roads , poor marking , overhead lane directions , would be nice .. Example Springbank / Parkinson. Also a advanced left turn at Mill onto Parkinson ..gets pretty slippery there in the winter . and reducing Mill down to single lanes , with a turn lane in the middle sucks , especially at west end timmies drive through , cars jam up the road x City or Woodstock need to quit bringing all of the traffic to Walmart plaza and zhers area need amenities on north west end of Woodstock would relieve traffic congestion across Devonshire and down town Page 392 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 15 x Concerns with traffic impact of the proposed dump/landfil (170 trucks a day?) - High cost of via rail - too expensive, reduce rates x Dirt roads aren't maintained well x Gravel roads x Gravel roads in B-B x If I can't drive I can't get to appointments, church, work etc x If you live in Norwich you relay on your own transportation. x It is currently not possible to get from one community to the next without a personal vehicle or a taxi. x Lack of dedicated bike strips on major roads x Lack of paved roads x Lack of paved roads. x Lack of paved trails for cycling, separate from roads used by motor vehicles. Speed of vehicles in areas designated as cycling routes. x Little to no enforcement on load restricted roads. Opp need to do the job that the municipality is paying them to do x mobility in winter x More traffic from people going from Kitchener area to London using may area (Zorra) as a cut through. They drive very aggressively and are often on phones x Need more paved roads to avoid zig-zag trips on paved roads. x Need to be able to get to other communities easier x No sidewalks on the way to my kids school x Other than roads, don't do anything for me x paved roads-more x Road crossings for pedestrians on Broadway (north of the downtown core) and Quarterline Road in Tillsonburg x Road surface conditions in town can be poor at times. x roads are in terrible shape x Roads need attention. x Rough, beat up roads x School transport could be improved x Seniors who either no longer drive themselves or are hesitant to drive out if their area x Sketchy corners/intersections. Ie tower line road and County road 4. x South Broadway lacks sidewalk connection to trail system x Speed reduction on main roads through towns and villages. Increasing traffic flow while still maintaining safety. Too many speed changes on main arteries makes driving through Oxford cumbersome. x Speed zone notification in Harrington, the newly surfaced road and 2016 detour has increased traffic flow. Many people new to the area don’t respect the 60 zone. x Streets are in very poor condition, especially in the southeast area. Page 393 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 16 x That we have none available for people who want to get out of town x The roads, building new roads x There are few safety concerns/ road concerns in Tavistock x There is no major route, or ringroad around Woodstock therefore Van Ave is a slow drive over the bridge to Sally Creek. Norwich and Juliana is probably one of the worst designed intersections I have driven through in Southwestern Ontario for the traffic load. Bus transit runs in one direction and only one direction closest to my home, and doesn't run to where I work. x Too man gravel roads. Roads that have been redone are done poorly - lucky if they do not show wear after one year. Gravel roads that do not see enough gravel or graded regularly especially when then are known to be found easily in poor state. x Traffic lights in Tillsonburg x Trains and horrible crossings x Truck route through Woodstock on Dundas St. - would be better to be moved to a 2ndary street. x Unless you own a vehicle or know someone who is able to drive you ..... there is no way to get to Woodstock from Norwich. (That I am aware of.) x Very car based. But with our rural layout not sure how to get away from cars. would like to see more ATV access on local trails and roadways x Winter County road maintenance could be better x Wish they would go to Ingersoll and London x Woodstock has grown but not kept pace - lots of development on Parkinson Rd but the road hasn’t widened to keep pace with new pressures. Transit x Accessibility pass not valid from march to November - Closed bridge (temporary) - can’t walk into town No train connection to K-W x No connections between Tillsonburg - Ingersol- Woodstock - Need transportation to get into Woodstock - inner Oxford Transport - No Woodstock to Kitchener connection x Ability to get everywhere fast x Access for smaller towns. No access to Ingersoll & Tillsonburg aside from a taxi x All in the urbans x All of the bus stops were removed from my street which makes getting to school even more difficult in the early mornings. I live on Anderson Street. There used to be multiple stops on our street. Now all of the stops have been moved. I do not qualify for the school bus because we are just within the limit of 2 kms. It makes for a very long day with no close access anymore. x availability of public transit within Woodstock, Tilsonburg and Ingersoll. Families in Tilsonburg and Ingersoll are at a disadvantage related to transportation. x being out late means you can't bus home, which is really inconvenient. x Better services to Woodstock especially working shift work there. x Big EMPTY busses driving around Woodstock Page 394 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 17 x bike lanes blocked by cars or trucks, crossing over a bike lane into a turning lane, three lane roads vs. 4 lane roads (e.g. Springbank, Beards Lane) x Bus driver friendliness and knowledge about other routes x Buses are a heavy loss in tax dollar money..big..empty..buses. x Car transport in rural areas is only form of transport for the most part x Considering Woodstock and Ingersoll are growing rapidly thanks to new industry, there should be some form of inner Oxford transportation system to allow for people in Tillsonburg to get to Woodstock Ingersoll x Cost of a train ride to Toronto is prohibitively expensive if travelling with a family. It is far cheaper to travel by car. Large City buses seem to be mostly empty when running As a driver Cyclists who don't follow the rules of the road (signalling, stopping at lights and stop signs) As a cyclist drivers who pass you without moving into the other lane x costs in Woodstock x Does not exsist in Tillsonburg x Doesn't take u far enough x Don't spend too much money on underutilized public transport. What is the typical passenger load on our buses? Could we meet the need with smaller and less expensive vehicles? x Enough money for good maintenance x Greyhound to London, Ont. does not have 7 days a week service in the mornings. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday only, as far as I know. Do not know if west bound bus from London stops in Woodstock in the early evening other than Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. x Hours of operation for public transit & not enough enforcement on the 1 meter law for bicycles. x i do not know of any transport systems in the outlying towns into the town centers or out of town transports. x I don't know of any transportation systems, lack of awareness if one exists. x I have not used public transportation (bus) because the schedule did not work well for me. I would like to be able to ride my bike to and from work, but I do not feel safe. I feel that many drivers in Woodstock do not respect or consider cyclists. x I think there should be low cost transportation available between the towns and cities. This way someone in T'burg could work in Ingersoll or Woodstock. Driving is too costly for people making less than $20/hr with ridiculous insurance rates and the skyrocketing price of fuel. x I used to live in Norwich and no system, they need one x If there is a system let people in on where it is. x Ingersoll has no transportation service except a taxi x Inter-village transit is poor x it doesn't serve industrial areas in and around Woodstock x It is a very long out of the way route. To get from point A to B. x It needs major development x Lack of a service that would transport seniors to and from appointments in Woodstock, Tillsonburg and beyond. Many such people must travel from Norwich and rural areas to doctor Page 395 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 18 appointments etc. As it is now they must rely on family or friends. This service could be volunteer or for profit. If one exists now it is not well advertised. x lack of concern for safety on busy roads x Lack of inter municipal transportation and bus service x Lack of inter-community transportation; limited access to Greyhound and Via in other parts of County x Lack of public transit options between communities, and within Tillsonburg. I continue to be disturbed by the large buses in Woodstock when ridership appears to remain low -- buses are usually almost empty. x Lack of public transportation for those without access to a vehicle x Lack of public transportation, or public subsidized transportation between Oxford communities. x Lack of train and bus to other cities x Lack of transportation options for seniors in rural areas of the County. x Lack of use past 6pm, all routes run same off-peak frequency regardless of ridership. x Large full size buses driving around empty x Linkages to other communities x More access to other cities within Oxford County. x More public transit b/w communities. Transport is a huge barrier to health services x moving forward the to go buses need a grab bar to climb step and one to step down there needs to be better networking in place to commute to Wooodstok and London for shopping and medical on a pinch x My kids who are in high school would rather walk then take the city bus. They get there faster than their friends who do ride the city bus x Need A way to get Out of town x Need better/faster public transit to larger urban centres? Would use trains more if faster/more affordable. x Need more access to public transportation x No direct route to Woodstock x No outside of Tillsonburg transportation, ie going to Woodstock, London and other surrounding towns. x No Sunday service x non existent public transportation, no bike lanes, overly expensive via rates x none , but I do have some for the buses that run in Woodstock ONT x None, haven’t experiences it - my friends use the GO bus, they love it x Norwich has no transportation system. Hell we have to pay a cab $40 to come from Tillsonburg or Woodstock just to get out of the village. x Not connected to where I am living. x Not convenient or available x NOT ENOUGH PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T DRIVE OR CAN'T AFFORD A VEHICHLE IN ORDER TO GET TO WORK. Page 396 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 19 x Not enough transit options between Ingersoll and Woodstock x not walker friendly. should have better cheaper access to VIA rail, or Go Train from Woodstock to Toronto. Bike lanes are a joke. x Only alternative is cab fare if you don't own a vehicle travelling between Ingersoll Woodstock Tillsonburg or relying on another family/friend to take you. x Only Woodstock has public transit x Operating schedule. availability to shift workers x Other than the busses no longer stopping in front of the Walmart plaza, and the fact that the busses need to be on a grid system rather than meandering around the town as they do. x Other than Woodstock's Buses what are they? Tillsonburg residents that wish to connect to Train pay a fortune x Paying for all those empty city buses I see driving around my neighbourhood (Knightsbidge area). Also roads are really beat up with lots of potholes. x Possibly subsidizing public transit mainly bus service to encourage more use? x public transit attracts undesirables x Public transit between communities in the County x Public transit is only available in urban area's only x Railroad crossings in Ingersoll, specifically the CN crossing at Thames St, are absolutely reprehensible. x really nothing affordable in the tri-County area for Tillsonburg residents. it is important in that we are the corner of 3 counties. x Rising cost People standing beside the driver while in transport = Driver missed to dinged stops and was yelled at to stop x Seeing buses that are empty throughout the day as taxpayers foot the bill for this service is a disgrace. Woodstock is NOT big enough to sustain a service like bus service. You have to face facts. Spending millions of dollars for a handful of people to use buses is absolutely stupid. Bus service must be discontinued, or at the very least, cut back severely. x Some of the bus drivers go way too fast and the constant speeding up before stop signs is hard on the body. They take too many corners too fast that it's hard for a lot of us to handle it so we take cabs instead. x -Speeding buses on Ridgeway going west - All parts of Woodstock are not well connected to transit - Connections on transit take 1 hour - It can take 2-3 hours to get across Woodstock on transit x Sunday service needed x Taxi's lie to you, buses are never on time, and people driving personal vehicles are often drunk or have no regard for pedestrians lives. I've been hit several times and almost hit seven times more then that. x The bus service does not meet the needs of the public schedules are restrictive , I can usually walk the distance I need before a bus comes, fine in good weather not so in winter. The trains are not round trip to Kitchener and there is no greyhound bus. This is forcing me to return to driving, I had just moved to Woodstock from Windsor, however I am looking at leaving the area Page 397 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 20 as lack of regular public transportation makes me feel isolated or forced to get my own transportation. x The current state of transportation outside of Woodstock needs work - enhancing biking paths on Broadway and enhancing public transit x The hours of the busing and the routes x The lack of access for the smaller places to get to Woodstock/Ingersoll to access bigger transportation like greyhound and via. It would also help with medical appointments/legal Issues/Shopping and attending events around our County like parades, fairs, home shows , etc. x The lack of bus shelters and sidewalks where bus stops are located. Also the 630-1030 schedules do not meet a lot of peoples work schedules, and the lack a Sunday schedule. x The new bus routes do not include any stops on Anderson or canrobert but there are students who need this transportation for work and high school x The speed at witch they travel most times. x The we lose Rail service and Bus service- to reach larger centers like London, Kitchener, Brantford and Toronto x There aren't any buses other than the city of Woodstock x There aren't any except for Via x There aren't any public transit systems in Tillsonburg. x There is a need for better taxi/uber services. x there is inadequate affordable, reliable transportation opportunity within Tillsonburg...if the bus doesn't continue and that also goes for the same people trying to go out of town. x There is little to none choices outside Woodstock. x There is no access to public transit between rural communities and from those communities to the larger centres, keeping people with limited resources away from medical and other services and keeping them away from affordable food and other shopping x there is no rural systems x There is no Sunday service. x There is no transportation within the County. How does someone get from Woodstock to Tavistock if you don't drive yourself? x There is none for the rural x There isn't enough x There isn't one in Ingersoll. x They should give Township money to rebuild more of their roads. x Time and distance. Shift work keeps household members up all hours of night and so must drive them. Transit doesn't reach TA truck stop- a natural carpool place for my family. many family members need to go in many directions. we live rurally no public transit for us x time limit on city bus transfers - doesn't allow enough time for riders to use the transfer for a quick errand x timing, when weather is bad it is not nice waiting x Too expensive; no Sunday service; cannot do return trip on transfer; extended hours are still not adequate Page 398 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 21 x Transportation system is primarily focused around the car. Alternate modes of transportation are inconvenient. x very expensive transportation system, not efficient at all x very rough riding x Via price is too expensive/not worth it x We need a low income bus pass for welfare and odsp recipients I'm on odsp 60 is a lot x What transportation services lol right.... if you're not in Woodstock the County could care less about you x Woodstock bus is limited; moving within municipality by transit is difficult Question 6 – What improvements to Oxford County's transportation systems would you like to see explored? Active Transportation x Integrate bike infrastructure - Integrate into larger plan for GGH - encourage HUB development x Keep expanding bike infrastructure - More roundabouts - More charging stations - Don't force sidewalks when space wasn’t meant for it x Trail network could be improved - Trails master plan incorporated into this plan - Using rail connection more effectively (to move people as well as goods). - Trail from Tillsonburg to Norwich rail line (through Springford) should be opened up for active transportation (this is owned by the County) - Stronger connection using Dereham Line as truck route (N/S) rather than thru 19 - Circle bus or loop route to connect Ingersol, Woodstock, Norwich and Tillsonburg. - Quicker NE connection (from Tillsonburg) for goods and people - Use former rail corridor - GO-style service into London from Ingersol, Woodstock (needed as population grows) - Airport is underutilized right now but may change with future growth or as technology changes. Right now when there is an airshow the road cannot handle the volume - Woodstock access to Kitchener-Waterloo, Stratford N-S - Transportation offered from small community to Woodstock, T'burg and Ing - Solutions for getting around (small scale) where transit may not be possible (think T-Go) x - Would like separate bike lanes - Expand bikes and trails - commuter trails can connect to villages with an active transport trail x Real bike lanes and fines for people that violate them. 2. Sidewalk clearing enforcement. 3. Revisit speed limits and parking on residential streets. x Add dedicated bike strips or lanes to major roads x better bike lanes x Bike lanes on all newly constructed roads. Accessible pathways. Improved curb cuts for accessibility. x Bike lanes or roads outside of town. From Ingersoll culloden rd and hwy 19 North and South are very busy and dangerous to bike along. x bike paths Page 399 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 22 x Dedicated bicycle lane, Parkinson Road from Norwich Ave to Towerline Road, as well as Devonshire Ave. Reduce speed limit on bridge (Oxford Rd 4) over Pittock Reservoir, to make safer for pedestrians and bicyclists) x Dedicated bike traffic x Dedicated trails for bikes and walking between Oxford communities. x Enforcement of bicycles on sidewalks and on the roads. More awareness for drivers of cyclists. x expansion of bike lanes especially in rural areas x I would like to see a safer way to get into the tmmc entrance by bicycle from all directions. Right now it's a terrifying battle against motorists if i arrive during a typical start of shift coming from innerkip. The left turn onto hwy 2 and then into the plant is precarious. Also, a way to know or deal with trains blocking the road would be great. Obviously bridges and tunnels aren't an economical answer but within your 20 year plan maybe have an app or something that can tell you if a train is going to block your commute for 20 minutes. x I would like to see more extensive bike paths/dedicated road space. x More bike and walking paths that are wheelchair/walker friendly with the possibility that golf carts or mobility scooters may be used on the pathway. x More bike lanes x more bike lanes and trails that connect urban areas x More bike paths x More cycling facilities and off road trails x More maintained bike and walking trails connecting communities and promoting health. x More paved, biking running trails x More pedestrian and bike access away from cars. bus service from Woodstock - Ingersoll - Tillsonburg x More trail systems for hiking/walking. Shoulder space for walking on roads. x more trails, more connected villages and townships and main centres, you always have to use a car because nothing is connected except for major road ways to the urban centres, and it just is not safe enough to travel any other way other than car especially with young kids and youth x More walking paths x No more bike lanes, specifically in cities/towns. Also, because it affects me on regular basis, extending the sidewalk further south on Blandford St., in Innerkip. Right now, the sidewalk on the east side of the street ends at George St. As the physical education teacher at Trinity School, I walk students from our school to Innerkip Presbyterian Church (IPC), where we use their gymnasium. Right now, I walk them to where the sidewalk ends, cross the street and then walk the final 150m on the shoulder on the west side of the street. I would prefer a safer method of being able to do this. I am not sure how many other people would use a sidewalk that leads as far south as IPC, but from October to April, approximately 160 students (there are duplicates as some students travel the route multiple times each week) travel that route, both ways, each week for physical education classes and sports team practices. Lastly, the intersection of Juliana Dr. and Norwich Ave. needs to be expanded/improved, as "rush hour" traffic leads to major backups and issues at that intersection on Juliana Dr. Page 400 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 23 x Perhaps a County wide Bike, Car and/or Moped/Scooter Share would provide a flexible, affordable and/or green options, it would be unfortunate if people abused the system but if they utilized an access card (all personal information collected in advance) and a fine or charge was in place for theft or destruction of property then maybe it would be used properly. There are other places outside Oxford County that have these options, just need to make contact to find out pros & cons. There are still hitch hikers out there trying to get to other places within Oxford County but can't afford a cab and there is nothing else. Woodstock public transit would be nice on Sundays during winter season, spring, summer and fall is nice for walking/biking but winter isn't always that great. Even if that means conducting a survey to see the demand and utilizing a smaller bus or taking on a larger route. Open Sky-YFC Youth unlimited is a program where donated bikes are refurbished and sold, perhaps the County could work together or are there grants for city/towns going green with a bike share. We have moped/scooter businesses within Oxford County how could this be worked out with local businesses, same with your Car Rentals how could car share be incorporated. x Sidewalks and shelters put in at regularly used bus stops (e.g. Longworth Drive). x The addition of bike lanes in some areas. Ottawa installed segregated bike lanes in the downtown core which worked well for cyclist safety. They also added coloured blocks to intersections downtown with stop lights to help instruct cyclists on how to properly turn in an intersection. x TMMC is the biggest employer in the area and there is no accessibility for persons on bikes. This is disappointing. I have access to two vehicles but would like to bike to work for environmental and health reasons; the one season I did bike to TMMC I did not feel safe as there is no bike lane infrastructure. I feel bad for individuals I see regularly biking to work without any choice and must risk personal safety to work. This is wrong. If we want to be seen as a progressive and leading community in regards to transit this is the type of thing to address. Look at the maps and make a safe bike route to our biggest employer. x Trail expansion - esp Hickson Trail to Hickson. -Expand transit connections between villages in the County x Would like more bike lanes Roads x Better north-south links - Routes through Woodstock x Hwy 19 needs passing lanes/4 lanes. - Alternative transportation options (e.g. uber, rideshare) may be more efficient than the bus. - Reduce transaction costs for transit x Hwy 2 &401 and Hwy 59 & 401 -- move back the traffic sensor so it is green by the time you get to the light - New development by Devonshire and Cardinal - put a new trail but there is a curb that stops accessibility - make trails more accessible. - Put in bike lanes on our roads x Hwy 59 & Church is a bad intersection - County wide transit system connects to woodstock - Regular railways service to Toronto - More via train times x Widen HWY2 (woodstock to London) - Better winter maintenance x 19 faster Page 401 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 24 x 401 ERT around road close and stopped traffic x 59 highways. Maybe to see how traffic could move faster. Farm equipment causes slow traffic too often x Build a proper ring road/highway around Woodstock (north end). Expand Vansittart/Highway 59 to a proper four lane divided highway from Devonshire to Tavistock (or Highway 8) to reduce collisions and death, also remove the roundabout at Oxford Road 17 which does not manage traffic well in it's one lane configuration. Configure Highway 2 as a proper four lane divided configuration from Woodstock to the current four lane alignment at Shaw Road in Thames Centre, thus reducing stress on the 401 as a local route and during closures. Rebuild the Norwich Ave and Juliana intersection to a proper four lane configuration to align with the new MTO bridge at Highway 401, while doing a traffic study to time the advanced green lanes so they do not sit empty at peak times which they do now, possibly creating a no truck route during peak times as large axle vehicles can tie up the intersection for an entire light cycle. Run bus transit in both directions, and run transit to the large employment area of Ridgeway Road, aligning routes with major shift times to ensure use (ie 330pm) x Connections to other areas (Woodstock, Ingersoll). Maybe a bus that runs down the 19? x more turning lanes on highway 2 and 59 x Relieving truck transport on 59 north x Remove delays from 401 at Mill St (need to improve from 401 to Parkinson, truck traffic with stop lights and hills are a bad combination). Improve traffic flow around Toyota to Woodstock, try roundabouts, and remove stop lights? Need to eliminate/reduce the stop and go traffic. x A economical County bus service which will allow youth to travel to their place of employment. Right now there is nothing in place. The County is forcing its youth residents to hitch hike rides with strangers. So much for a safe ride eh? x Another road to make a N/S connection x Anything!! x As a former truck driver there should be truck route through downtown Woodstock and vansittart ave. Ring roads can be used. x ATVs on trials that link smaller communities. x Better road maintenance x Better road repairs x Better street crossing for children in Tavistock x biking roads x Clear markings for pedestrian/motorized wheelchairs/"scooters" across busy roads out of the Tillsonburg core (Quarterline, Tillson, Baldwin/Simcoe, Broadway). There is a growing population of seniors and children on the west side of Tillsonburg and few safe crossings areas towards the Community Centre or soccer park. x Consider widening road when re-paving to allow for a safer cycling environment x Continue pavement on roads that become gravel. x County Transit x Enforcement and better rebuild program for rds in which need base repairs Page 402 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 25 x Even more paved shoulders and reduced speeds in rural areas. More 70kph zones on roads like 31st line and 40/50kph zones in towns like Embro and Kintore x Fix sales drive x Fix the roads x Gas station and grocery store / restaurant on north west part of Woodstock x Heavy trucks not allowed in downtown cores other than for delivery to local businesses. x heavy vehicle by-pass around Tavistock x Improve roads x Improve transportation to schools. Consider options for seniors x Improved licencing for personal drivers as anyone whose parents have a couple hundred dollars to pay for the tests can get one without actually earning it. After these people receive their licences they throw regard for the law and people’s lives in the garbage. Enforcement of traffic laws as currently there is none unless the police are trying to fill quota. I have seen people get angry at the person they hit with their car for being in their way. I've seen people not using their turn signals and then blaming others for the accident they cause. I have seen and heard drunken drivers flying down Dundas St. and squealing their tires because they have no fear of the law taking any action against them. This town is a dirty mess which is why I've decided to leave it all together. It cannot be saved. x Keep the roads repaired as necessary x leave it alone x LED streetlights that are under 3000K (possibly 2700K), there is need for LEDs to be brighter than 3000K. Communities that have brighter lights have more complaints about them. x Less lights on Tillsonburg mainstreet x Lower the cost of electric or hybrid vehicles for those who can afford to drive lower the cost of busing for those who can't. More improvements to busing routes and longer run times so people working shifts do not have to rely on a cab to get home. That gets costly. x More paved roads x More paved roads. x More paved roads. x More shoulders and bike lanes - speeds are too fast to walk/cycle safely x More visible stop signs on the back roads x More walking trails, less traffic lights x Motorcycle specific parking. x Need more paved roads x off road paths etc to Ingersoll Paris Norwich x Pave the back roads x Paved shoulders for those roads designated as Share the Road routes. Separate cycling trails from roads used by motor vehicles. x Paving gravel roads or even tar and chip would help x Possible bus service between Tillsonburg Woodstock and Ingersoll x re-evaluate the EDR routes as they go through built up areas and make them enforceable Page 403 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 26 x Replacing old and cracked roads rather than just trying to fill in the bad spots, my vehicle takes a beating because the roads here are bad x Ride sharing opportunities. x Roads x See #5 comments Drivers ticketed for driving too slow. x Shoulders and bike lanes so that people can use other modes of transportation besides motor vehicles. x Streets that are in poor condition replaced, rather than the many streets which are in decent condition and are replaced. Quit ignoring the South of Dundas st. areas. x The length and timing of lights along Mill St. seem even for N-S drivers, with their E-W interchanges. However, many more cars seem to be going N-S and are left to wait at red lights, even though little to no traffic are using the E-W roads. Could this corridor from the 401 to 59, along Mill St., be sped up? x turning lanes on my road at Brant Oxford Road and Keg Lane x Upgrading some gravel roads with higher traffic volumes. x Walkway across Broadway (where Glendale Drive is) lots of traffic from Glendale Highschool x Wider shoulders on roadways. Go train. More bike racks in public. x wish we could use cats eyes on the roads , so easy to see in bad weather . But Kudos to the County plows , WAY better than the city at keeping the roads drivable . thankyou x Woodstock ring road. Speed management techniques in subdivisions. Losing drive is x Help people learn to signal in roundabouts - More carpool parking locations to go outside County x Improvements to roads in Ratho - More walking trails, sidewalks and connections x Better infrastructure for cycling. x Better roads and infrastructure. WidenING Highway 19 between Tillsonburg and Ingersoll. Putting in a couple of passing lanes along the way. It becomes very congested at times. x Better roads with many many many more turn lanes at busy intersections, especially in Woodstock. Public transit that is effective and efficient. I've never understood why we have big buses running around Woodstock with few passengers. The bus stops need to allow traffic to pass by as opposed to blocking traffic. x Improvements to road conditions x Look into synchronizing traffic lights on certain streets in Woodstock. Norwich ave. Dundas etc. x My suggestion is a simple one, however I do not know the cost or hoops that would have to be jump through to make it happen. I believe that we need permanent solar power "60 ahead SIGNS/your speed" at the top of the hill by Steels on the East End and at the top of the hill by Rick and Allan's on the West End. I am thinking something very similar to what they have in Embro at both ends of town. I find them very effective in most areas I see them. Regards, Jamie Turvey 519-535-4423 x Protected (physical barrier like a curb) bike lanes. x The roads , build new roads Page 404 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 27 x Traffic lights reevaluated x wider roads for main streets, road repair Transit x Accessibility improves , like to see bridge opened (Finkle St to Main footbridge closed) - Rail service Woodstock to Ingersol x Add or change the routes as the city grows - More connections - Should be able to walk from one bus stop to another to transfer - shouldn't have to waste time going downtown to transfer x Better connections between villages - Use the rail lines for more local travel - Interested in promoting bike share programs - PS Cycles of Life in Woodstock want to start bikeshare program. Contact: Mary Jane Phillips: P.S.cycles.of.life@gmail.com x Easier access to trasit pass (shouldnt need to go uptown) - Transit route between Woodstock and Ingersoll and through Beachville x Elderly communities need more access to transit (maybe greyhound, buses. - Bikeshare to get around x Electric buses - Support sustainability - Incentives to expand charging stations (e.g. for townhouse complexes to have incentives to install these stations) x Expand roads for bike lanes, don’t take out existing traffic lane - Join Juliana Dr and Commerce Way to keep truck traffic out of residential areas x Improve transit knowledge and friendliness of drivers - Separated bike lanes for safety - Want to see a way for trucks coming from the north to bypass Woodstock as they get to the 401 x Improved train service or GO - Allow 4-wheelers in trail system to connect to other parks and trails for rural access - More walkable, promote walking - Safer biking environment, bike share? x More access to natural spaces, eg retention pond on Devonshire - Brick Ponds; needs a place to park - makes the park more accessible - Wants traffic light sensors to be put in earlier so they change when person gets to the stop - Paving Lands down (Devonshire to Dundas) but from Nelas to Dundas is 4 lanes - could you put some bike lanes in when paved? x More Via service - GO service - Inter-village, through County transit, Woodstock to Ingersoll. Ok with infrequent service but there needs to be something - Economic benefit of linking villages x Need transportation County wide - Access to GO train service - Access to high speed - Transit to connect low income housing to grocery stores in Innerkip (it’s a Food desert) x public transportation and bike lanes x Public transportation improvements/expansions outside of Woodstock - Biking x Would like a GO train in Woodstock (Via too expensive and service infrequent) -New developments should be serviced by transit - Transit within Oxford County x Interconnectivity among the urban centres of Oxford 2. Better coordination of transit within Oxford with public transit outside of it e.g., Woodstock's buses might share a parking lot with Greyhound and Via 3. Bike share 4. Car sharing and electric at that with drop off points in various urban centres in Oxford 5. Greater emphasis on parking off Dundas in Woodstock, Thames in Ingersoll, Broadway in Tillsonburg so that as you walk or drive those main streets you actually see the shops, cafes and offices (and want to stop in them). 6. More available maps in Page 405 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 28 urban areas showing how the trails connect for hikers, walkers, bikers, horse-back riders as well as the streets and major buildings someone might want to visit. x 2 way routes (stops) like most cities. Not riding 5 miles out of my way to go the nearest mall 4 blocks away. IE: Fyfe Ave/ Parkinson > downtown> circle around 3-5 miles... to get to Walmart or No Frills Plazas'. :*( x 5 lanes on main east west and north south travel routes.ie: Parkinson road, Norwich ave,cedar,wilson,huron, mill,juliana,devonshire,dundas x 90min any stop transfer x A bus route x A bus stop closer to No Frills/Dollarama would be nice. That the bus drivers stop speeding up before stop signs and take corners so fast. x A bus system that doesn't get used on some routes (nobody on city bus as it goes by) x A category for low income people similar to a Student/Stride Pass x A County wide bus system would be cost prohibitive; potentially subsidizing bus or train routes may be more cost effective and help interconnect the peoples of Oxford. x a County wide public transportation service would valuable. Or call it a regional service. intercity or community bus service would be a huge improvement. x A shuttle bus between Woodstock and Ingersoll several times a day would be fantastic for people who don't drive. Put a nominal fee to use to be bought ahead of time to ensure your seat and it would allow for more commerce between city centres. Ingersoll could have a central pickup (say the library), and once in Woodstock (say Walmart), patrons could catch a Woodstock bus to get to other destinations. x A shuttle service to and from Woodstock for the smaller communities. Perhaps once in the morning and once late afternoon or early evening. x A small shuttle bus that would accommodate people wishing to catch via train service. Would not have to operate every day. x accessible (w/c) transportation available in the small communities available at the same cost as it is in the 3 larger centres within Oxford x affordable accessible transit within the larger communities of Tillsonburg, Ingersoll and Woodstock. x Affordable and available transportation between smaller, rural communities and into larger centres. x Availability of weekly or several times a week taxi or small transit bus at a reasonable price for seniors or those that do not have a personal vehicle x Better location x Bus from Woodstock to Tavistock or Ingersoll, Tillsonburg - more County-wide transportation x Bus line to other towns x Bus or shuttle service to Woodstock hospital, downtown Woodstock London hospital x BUS ROUTE FROM TILLSONBURG-INGERSOLL TO LONDON x bus routes to industrial areas...Patula Ridge, Parkinson Road East, Universal Road, Toyota Plant etc. Also buses between Woodstock, Ingersoll, Tilsonburg, Norwich etc. Page 406 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 29 x Bus service between small towns to the large centers in Woodstock and Tillsonburg. x Bus service between the city/towns x Bus transportation through the County, better trails, bike lanes x Can there be transport to the outer lying townships to transport you into out of County centers i.e. KW or London? Thanks. x City buses are too empty - bike lanes are a joke x close that system as soon as possible x Commuter bus between Woodstock an outlying areas x County wide bus system x County wide public transit https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.thestar.com/amp/news/gta/2017/04/03/innisfil-taps- uber-to-fill-public-transit-void.html x Earlier on Saturday Run on Sunday x Equal access to bus routes especially for neighbourhoods that have high school students needing to use the transportation for school. x Even just a small shuttle/bus around town or regulation for taxis would be great. x Expand pass city of Woodstock. We live just outside and yet our kids have to bike down 59 if they wish to get into town in the summer x expanding public transit in Ingersoll & Tilsonburg areas x Extended city transit - more frequent buses, more routes, later hours. x GO service x Go station to Toronto. Through Wateloo/kitchener x GO stop in Woodstock x High speed rail or at least more affordable rail travel. x I have ideas for much more than transportation but they fall on deaf ears :( x I live in the Walmart area but find it difficult to walk there. I have to go all the way downtown to switch buses to come all the way back. A reverse route would be great. It would be nice if the bus stopped in front of Walmart again. The walk from the side of the store is not very nice in the winter and the rain. I've seen many struggling with that. x I live in800 Chieftain and if the bus had a stop at 600and 800 Chieftain I believe a lot would use it 150 apartments in each building x I would like to see shuttle busses that circle through Woodstock, Ingersoll,Tillsonburg and Norwich on a loop 2 or 3 times daily . Early morning/ mid-day and evening. x I would like to see the culvert going under the road in from of my house replaced with a new one that works properly. 316625 31st Lines. It has been crushed by heavy traffic of gravel truck. I would like to see the speed limit respected/enforced by all traffic and especially the big gravel trucks. It would be much better if the gravel trucks would find another route instead of traveling on the 31st Line. x I would love to see an interurban streetcar (LRT) system set up from Ingersoll to downtown Woodstock. with a future plan to cover the rest of the County. Page 407 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 30 x I would love to see dedicated bike lanes with physical barriers preventing cars from parking in them. It would also be great to see sidewalks cleared of snow and ice in the winter, so pedestrians have a safer route. It would be great if there were crossing guards on all major roads that students need to cross for school. Specifically on Dundas St (for Winchester PS) and Ingersoll Ave and Wellington St (for Northdale PS). x I'd love to see a Woodstock transit stop at the truck stop. A morning & evening connection run between Ingersoll, Woodstock & Tillsonburg would enable my ability to attend appointments and shop where I need. I wish there was a way to get to the farms that sell their produce fresh even if just once a month. x in way of the buses, the amount to pay to use a bus is still high . this needs to be looked at.in time when it can be done, more routes and buses[so people can get to places like the TOYOTA PLANT and other places]also the buses should not have the windows covered[at least once, they were covered by maple leafs[this made it very hard for one to know when to get off as it was very hard to see thought the windows[this should not be done again[. x Integration and expansion of current transportation services across County x Inter town buses during commuter times. x It would be nice it we has access to transportation from different communities in Oxford. Transportation that was inexpensive. Kind of like the GO bus/train system they have in the GTA. x Lack of transportation options for seniors in rural areas of the County. x Like to see bus stops expand more to the factories in woodstock an run to 11pm x Longer hours x Make it easier for the seniors , need more stops . x Maybe local bus service in the County so people can get that advantage of job opportunities without needing a car to get to and from areas like Tillsonberg or Ingersoll. x More accessibility to other towns in Oxford County. x More busses to take people to other cities. x more connections for bus travel (Bright, Plattsville) x More convenient (quantity and cost) intercity travel options x More options x Move Walmart stop back Lower bus pass fares for low income Sunday run every hour x Norwich needs something x Not applicable x off road trails x Out to the rural x Possibly a bus system that runs just between Tillsonburg, Ingersoll and Woodstock and surrounding areas at a reasonable rate (cabs are way too expensive). x Public transit between communities into the County and also outside of County x Public transit routes for the tri-County area to all local communities and back. x Public transit running between Ingersoll and Woodstock x Rail to Kitchener x Rails and bus Page 408 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 31 x Removing all city buses and replacing with less expensive, subsidized shuttle service for all residents. x Ring road around Woodstock. Improve bus routes and down the way light rail transport in order to cut down car traffic. Take trucks off Dundas St. Also #19 in Ingersoll to Tillsonburg has always been a problem for accidents but not sure what the answer is. Make #2 between Woodstock and Middlesex County 90 km from 80. x Run 7 days a week and, run until midnight during the week x Schedules from Blenheim Blandford Towns to Woodstock x See #4 x see #5 x see above x See above. At least one stop on Anderson Street should have stayed. All three were removed. It hardly seems fair that students on this part of town are not eligible for bussing through the schools (Anderson Street is just under the 2km cutoff) and then the city goes and removes all of the city bus stops from the street too. This certainly doesn't encourage young people to get to school on time. The new route that goes down Fifth Ave is terrible for drivers and a fairly long walk in the rain for people who live on Anderson near Pebble beach. x See answer to question 5. I will fully support an inner Oxford transportation system. Especially if Metrolinx ends up bringing the Go transit line up to Woodstock x See point 5. It would be nice to have semi-public or public busing between mayor areas. Ingersoll tillsonburg, Ingersoll Woodstock, Woodstock tavistock, Embro Innerkip, Norwich - mount elgin etc. x should have more buses running on 15 MINUTE SCHDULE AND going to more areas like Canrobert and Anderson Street x Shuttle bus between towns to Woodstock & areas x sky train between Woodstock and Ingersol x Small efficient busses, paved bike lanes x Smaller and cheaper City buses. x Smaller buses,maybe electric x Smaller buses. x Smaller city buses (only need to hold 4 people as far as I can tell) x Smaller Woodstock Transit buses. Bike lanes increased and rental bike and/or e-bike system in place. Eventually, a green fleet used to create a pay-per-use ride system between Oxford communities (would need bigger vehicles than currently available). x Some form of bus travel between communities. x Something for rurals x Something that comes to Tillsonburg and throughout County. x Sunday busses x Sunday service and service between Woodstock and Ingersoll x Sunday service bus to Ingersoll and London x Sunday service not everyone can walk or afford taxi service. Page 409 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey Summary 32 x T:GO link to London and Woodstock x The public transportation, there is no bus service on sundays or holidays, forcing me to either walk or take a cab which is expensive. For seniors having no bus service seven days a week keeps the individuals isolated or dependent on someone else. x There are no improvements that can be made. This city is too small for a tax supported bus service. This needs to stop. x Think of transit options for seniors x timing, on time pick up would be great x To make sure that needs are met of people who live in the periphery of Oxford, partner with neighbouring counties such as through https://www.regionalrideshare.ca x Town to town bus route, that could cover 2 times a day departure and arrival. That would assist individuals who have no access to a car to get to doctor, dental, and other important appointments or even shopping. x Train crossings made better or in a limitless $$ world a couple over/underpasses (#6 by roundabout) and #4 by Toyota x Train service improvements x transit between Ingersoll/tillsonburg to Woodstock and smaller villages even if it's once a week x Transit services in Tillsonburg. Large senior population x Transportation to other Citys/Towns etc x Transportation to small towns for walking and bike holders on buses x Transportation within the County. Not sure how it can be done but if you were a senior and had someone in Long Term Care in Tavistock and you live in Embro how do you get there? x Via Rail service needs to be greatly improved. No west-bound trains leaving Toronto to Woodstock/London later than 7:00 p.m., to my knowledge. No public transportation system from Woodstock to Tillsonburg return and very limited, if at all, to Ingersoll, return. x Want transit to connect to centres in the County. Maybe coordinate days of the week where we can get to Tillsonburg or Woodstock x We need transportation options that connect people between communities in Oxford - not everyone drives a car. We need a vision and leadership (see comments above) if we are to provide services to meet citizen expectations and to address an aging population; it will also be vital to maintain and attract newcomers to our area. x We would like a bigger Toronto go bus as so many people are using it. Page 410 of 816 From:Adam Nyp To:Rob Walton; Dadean Assam Subject:FW: Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form Date:October-17-16 10:48:05 AM Hi Rob & Dadean, Shirley Hanlon, who you may know as a very active citizen in Tavistock has asked a question through Speak Up, Oxford! regarding the Transportation Master Plan (see below). Right now, we just have some generic info on the SUO page until the project gets rolling. Would either of you like to respond, or make a suggestion on what I can tell her at this point? Thanks, Adam From: Oxford County Communications [mailto:communications@oxfordcounty.ca] Sent: October-17-16 7:11 AM To: Adam Nyp; Donna Kemp; Jennifer AustinSubject: FW: Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form ------------------------------------------- From:Communications Group[SMTP:COMMUNICATIONS@OXFORDCOUNTY.CA] Sent:Monday, October 17, 2016 7:10:48 AM To:Oxford County Communications Subject:Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form Auto forwarded by a Rule Name: Shirley McCall-Hanlon Email:shirl@cyg.net $(Municipality_FullResults) Subject: Transportation Comment: "Opportunities for involvement will also be available through Public Consultation Centres (PCC) and forums." When, where and how are these happening? Shirley Hanlon, Shirley McCall-Hanlon :shirl@cyg.net Page 411 of 816 Page 412 of 816 Page 413 of 816 Page 414 of 816 Page 415 of 816 Page 416 of 816 Page 417 of 816 Page 418 of 816 From:Communications Group To:Oxford County Communications Subject:Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form Date:September-05-18 4:29:32 PM Name: Joan Guillemette Email: cliffguillemette633@gmail.com Community: Tillsonburg Subject: Transportation Comment: When is out of town transit going to resume Joan Guillemette iffguillemette633@gmail.com ccli Page 419 of 816 From:Communications Group To:Oxford County Communications Subject:Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form Date:September-11-18 11:19:53 AM Name: Sylvia Email: bobsylviareeve@gmail.com Community: South-West Oxford Subject: Transportation Comment: Would love to see all our gravel roads tired. Otherwise I think you’re all doing a great job : Sylvia : bobsylviareeve@gmail.com Page 420 of 816 From:Communications Group To:Oxford County Communications Subject:Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form Date:September-11-18 10:36:39 AM Name: Teresa Scherle Email: teresa.scherle@gmail.com Community: Woodstock Subject: Transportation Comment: I'd like more information on proposed changes in on Vansittart North beyond Pittock Park Rd. I understand that turning lanes and lights are being considered. I'd like to know about the timeline and locations. I live at 760 Vansittart Ave. Teresa Scherle teresa.scherle@gmail.com gg 760 Vansittart Ave. Page 421 of 816 From:Communications Group To:Oxford County Communications Subject:Results from Speak Up Oxford comment form Date:September-12-18 1:58:44 PM Name: nancy glaab Email: nglaabn230@rogers.com Community: East Zorra-Tavistock Subject: Transportation Comment: we need a better, cheaper rail system that is not high speed rail. Get the tracks fixed and add more train cars. nancy glaab : nglaabn230@rogers.com Page 422 of 816 From:noreply@oxfordcounty.ca To:Oxford County Communications Subject:SUO Comment Submission Date:March-15-19 12:15:58 PM Name: EARL Bartlett Email: skwerl1963@hotmail.com Confirm Email:skwerl1963@hotmail.com Community: Tillsonburg Subject: Transportation Comment Can we please get the bridge seams on Simcoe street smoothed out or repaired as they are quite jarring. I cross that stretch of road atlest 3-4 times a day. I know there needs to be a gap for expansion, but it is very uneven. 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By copy, I have forwarded to our Director of Public Works, David Simpson who has carriage of the project. I thought I should offer comment on your comments regarding the extension of GO into Oxford and various rail improvements. Our SouthwestLynx proposal calls for an integrated public transportation master plan that serves all of Southwestern Ontario through enhanced passenger rail and a fully integrated intercommunity bus system. The concept is laid out in our summary brochure, Connecting Southwestern Ontario, accessible through the SouthwestLynx banner on our homepage at www.oxfordcounty.ca. Of note, our SouthwestLynx plan does not advocate for the extension of the GO/Metrolinx service area beyond its current boundaries. Rather in it we advocate for the establishment of a Southwestern Ontario centric authority with similar mandate to Ontario Northland and Metrolinx which serve northern Ontario and the GTHA respectively. Our thanks for your comments, as mentioned by copy I have forwarded to David Simpson for consideration as the plan is finalized. Thanks Peter Peter M. Crockett, P.Eng. Chief Administrative Officer ƌĞŶĚĂŶZĞĂĚ ϯϭϲͲϭϲϴsŝĐƚŽƌŝĂ^ƚ͘^ŽƵƚŚ tŽŽĚƐƚŽĐŬ͕KEEϰ^ϴdϱ dĞů͗ϰϭϲͲϳϯϴͲϱϴϴϲ Mr. Read ͲƌĞŶĚĂŶ Page 425 of 816 pcrockett@oxfordcounty.ca 21 Reeve St., PO Box 1614, Woodstock, ON, N4S 7Y3 | T 519-539-0015 /1-800-755-0394, Ext 3000 This e-mail communication is CONFIDENTIAL AND LEGALLY PRIVILEGED. If you are not the intended recipient, use or disclosure of the contents or attachment(s) is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the author by return e-mail and delete this message and any copy of it immediately. Thank you. Think about our environment. 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'DWH 6HSWHPEHUDW $0 dŚĂŶŬƐWĞƚĞƌĂŶĚ<ĞŶ͘/ǁŝůůŝŶƚƌŽĚƵĐĞ<ĞŶƚŽŽƵƌŽŶƐƵůƚĂŶƚĨŽƌƚŚĞdƌĂŶƐƉŽƌƚĂƚŝŽŶDĂƐƚĞƌWůĂŶ͘ NHQZHVWFDUNHQZHVWFDU>PDLOWR NHQZHVWFDU#V\PSDWLFRFD@ <ĞŶ͘ WĞƚĞƌĂŶĚ<ĞŶ͘<ĞŶƚ Page 443 of 816 TRANSPORT ACTION ONTARIO (formerly Transport 2000 Ontario) Advocating for Sustainable Public and Freight Transportation Box 6418, Station “A”’ Toronto, ON M5W 1X3 http://ontario.transportaction.ca 2016 08 31 Melissa Evers Team Lead, Ministry of Transportation Policy and Planning Division Transportation Planning Branch Environmental Policy Office (Toronto) 777 Bay Street , Suite 3000 Toronto Ontario M7A 2J8 Via email: Melissa.evers@ontario.ca Dear Ms. Evers: Comments on EBR Registry Proposal 012-7896: Intercity Bus Modernization Per our telephone conversation, this submission is a combined submission of Transport Action Ontario (TAO), the Southwestern Ontario Transportation Alliance (SWOTA), and the Northern and Eastern Ontario Rail Network (NEORN). Our groups have been actively involved in this proposal since its initiation in 2015. On September 24, 2015, SWOTA and TAO submitted a joint letter emphasizing the need for an integrated rail/bus network plan and highlighting the following points: x 2010 Council of Deputy Ministers Intercity Bus Service Task Force noted the importance of intercity bus service, the dismal state of the industry, the inflexible regulatory model, the tension from publically-funded competition from VIA Rail and urban transit agencies such as GO Transit, the need for intermodal connections and the need for financial assistance to the industry to counter the decline. About 6 fiscal options were suggested. x 30% decline in route-km in Southwestern Ontario between 2009 and 2015. x US best practice solutions involve a rail-bus integrated network. x USA has several successful role models, including Michigan, which provides state assistance to private bus operators through a variety of programs. We will not elaborate on those points in this letter but emphasize that they are still very relevant. Our groups attended at least 6 of the recent province-wide consultation sessions. Based on discussions at these sessions, and our own research, we have the following additional comments on the proposal: 1. Format of consultation meetings troubling. Some of our attendees were concerned with the format of the consultation meetings. Critical information had to be pried from MTO staff, most of whom were not introduced. We were requested to vote on sketchy data and on selected vague comments from the 2015 consultation. There was the impression that the final recommendations were already determined (see Item 4 below) and the consultations were merely an exercise to justify these. 2.Intercommunity bus network needs expansion and integration with passenger rail. As stated at the sessions, the intercommunity bus industry plays a critical role in Ontario’s transportation system. We believe that, in an era of climate change, road congestion, aging population and need for travel alternatives, a full intercommunity public Page 444 of 816 transportation network, consisting of bus and rail, is critical, with good geographic coverage and adequate frequencies. There are large gaps in the current network. Passenger rail is a critical component of a proper intercommunity public transportation network. Traveling long distances on buses is difficult for many people. Passenger rail is particularly needed for the longer distances with buses serving as feeders to the rail service. Northern Ontario has significant public transportation challenges. Distances are vast, the population is aging, and there is a lack of a grid-like highway network. Service cuts by private and public bus operators have been considerable. But bus transportation has its limitations in circumventing highway closures, automobile collisions or weather-related problems. The motor coach alone is not a sufficient solution for Northern Ontario. Both TAO and NEORN are participating in the Northern Ontario Multi Modal Study, which we hope will reach the same conclusions that an integrated passenger rail/bus network is needed for this region. 3. Financial subsidies needed for some routes. Just as a good urban transit network requires a financial subsidy from government, so does a proper intercommunity public transportation network. . Government must be prepared to step in and provide financial subsidies to maintain service on less popular routes as part of a full network. Savings for healthcare and social service providers, who are currently providing ad-hoc transportation to cover public transportation service gaps, should be considered when justifying investment to support full-service routes. Integration of the various existing funding streams already provided by government (Health, Community Services, Education, Veterans, etc) will reduce the amount of new money needed. Subsidies should be on a renewable time-limited basis and should be tied to participation in shared ticketing systems and connection to other modes. As cited in our 2015 submission, there are numerous ways to provide government fiscal support. 4. Deregulation is not a magic bullet to repair the bus industry. The discussion report strongly leans towards deregulation. Transitioning to a more flexible or no licensing requirement has positives, as it could allow new entrants into markets, allow easier fare/schedule/route adjustments and encourage innovative service ideas such as municipal collaboration. However, there is a complete lack of evidence that deregulation alone would restore the vital bus services to rural and smaller communities across the province. In fact, there is evidence to the contrary. We learned at the Toronto session that there are thousands of dormant licenses in Ontario, including ones between major Ontario population centres. The fact that an incumbent private carrier with an exclusive license chooses not to operate a particular route tells us that some routes, although important to the network, cannot break even financially. They will require a subsidy. Easing license requirements to allow new entrants will do very little to restore service on such routes. 5. Deregulation plus subsidies appears to be best regime. As stated above, transitioning to a more flexible or no licensing requirement has positives. But it cannot occur at the expense of service reductions on less popular routes. Government must be prepared to step in and provide financial subsidies to maintain those routes as part of a full network. 6. Safety. We are supportive of maintaining the current safety and insurance requirements (Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration) for intercommunity passenger vehicles with 10 or more passengers for hire. We have not reached consensus within our organizations on the appropriateness of less onerous requirements (CVOR-light) for smaller vehicles. Regulations for all vehicles should be updated to allow electronic recordkeeping and adapt to the maintenance requirements of additional vehicle types such as hybrid and electric powertrains. Page 445 of 816 7. Intercommunity bus network planning and coordination is crucial. There is much work to be done by industry and government in this area to improve service: x Needs and resource assessment. The Ministry should encourage each community or county to undertake a public transportation needs and resource (ie available transit, school, private and agency buses, passenger rail) assessment. This should include obtaining data from other parts of government – healthcare, education, social services, etc – that have data on travel needs that would help to build the business case for restored services. These can then be aggregated to develop a needs and resource summary for larger geographic areas, such as Northern Ontario or Southwestern Ontario x Gap filling. Gaps identified through this process could be filled by private carriers under a deregulation/subsidy regime, by public private partnerships such as under the Community Transportation Pilot Grant Program, or by provincial carriers (GO, ONTC). A useful model to explore is in Saskatchewan, where the government-owned Saskatchewan Transportation Company fills gaps not filled by private carriers. x Central repository. The Ministry or industry should develop a central repository listing all scheduled intercommunity bus services in Ontario and connection options. This would be similar to the Metrolinx Triplinx application, which provides schedule and route planning information integrating 11 different transit operators in Greater Toronto and Hamilton. x Central brokerage. The Ministry or communities should develop a central intake and booking application for public use of school buses and community transportation services. Customers input “give me a ride from x to y at time z”, and Providers input “Give me trips”. The brokerage matches these up efficiently. In conclusion, intercommunity buses fill a critical role in Ontario. Modernization of the industry is badly needed along the lines of this letter. We welcome any opportunity to discuss these matters further with you. 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Oxford County is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Transportation Master Plan that will guide programs and investments for the next 20 years. The strategic planning document, last released in 2009, focuses on all modes of transportation, including walking, cycling, public transit, personal vehicles and more. It also considers the movement of freight, agricultural mobility, corridor access management and low carbon transportation.Residents will be familiar with these new aspects of the plan through Oxford County’s regional transportation advocacy work, which has been publicly released through the New Directions,Short Line Rail,Freight Rail, and SouthwestLynx reports. Local travel data and public consultations were used to identify local transportation issues and to assess service options to best meet the needs of all Oxford County residents. Now, drawing on public feedback received so far, a draft summary of proposed updates to the Plan is being shared for further comment. Feedback can be provided throughout the 6-week consultation period, ending Friday, October 19. The draft summary is available online at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup, along with an online survey where residents can provide input on the proposed changes. Residents can also give feedback in person at one of the public consultation events held on the following days: Wednesday, September 12, 2018 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Canada's Outdoor Farm Show at the Rural Green Energy exhibit 744906 Oxford Road 17, Woodstock Saturday, September 22, 2018 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Drumbo Fair 42 Centre Street, Drumbo Once public feedback is obtained, the Plan update will be finalized and presented to County Council in early 2019. If adopted by Council, the Plan will be posted for a 30-day review where the public can share additional feedback as part of the Notice of Study Completion process. Page 453 of 816 Comment Frank Gross, Manager, Transportation & Waste Management Services, Oxford County “The Transportation Master Plan is setting out a guide for Oxford County's transportation programs and investments. By using local travel data and public consultations we get varied perspectives and experiences from those who travel in and around Oxford County. Whether you travel by foot, bike, car, bus or train, your experience and perspective is valuable and ensures that the Plan is well suited to address the diverse needs of our varied and vibrant communities.” Social media and online content Transportation Master Plan – Draft Summary and Recommendations Speak Up, Oxford! Facebook: Oxford County Twitter: Oxford County About Oxford County Located in the heart of southwestern Ontario at the crossroads of Highways 401 and 403, Oxford County has a population of approximately 114,000 people across eight area municipalities that are “growing stronger together.”As a partnership-oriented, two-tier municipal government,Oxford County is emerging as a leader in sustainable growth through the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan and County Council’s commitment to achieving 100% renewable energy, becoming a zero waste community,and working towards zero poverty. Situated in one of Ontario’s richest areas for farmland, agriculture is a key industry that serves as a springboard for some of the sustainable industries that are steadily diversifying the local economy. Oxford County offers a thriving local arts, culture and culinary community, as well as conservation parks, natural areas and more than 100 kilometres of scenic trails. The Oxford County Administration Building is located in Woodstock, Ontario. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca or follow our social media sites at www.oxfordcounty.ca/social.Oxford County’s Strategic Plan is at oxfordcounty.ca/strategicplan. Contact Donna Kemp «Strategic Communication & Engagement 519.539.9800, ext. 3158 «dkemp@oxfordcounty.ca Page 454 of 816 2018 TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN – media posts Release dateFacebookTwitterMonday, September 10Whether you travel Oxford County by foot, bike, car bus or train, your experience and perspective is valuable as the County approaches the completion of the Transportation Master Plan update. Share your thoughts on the proposed updates to the Transportation Master Plan by completing the online surveywww.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup. You can also share your feedback in-person at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show on Wednesday, September 12.Share your experience and perspective to shape Oxford County's Transportation Master Plan update. Fill out the online survey at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup. Or share your feedback in person at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show on Wednesday, September 12 at the Rural Green Energy exhibit.Wednesday, September 12If you’re at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show today, you can find Oxford County at the Rural Green Energy exhibit andshare your thoughts on the upcoming updates to the Transportation Master Plan.If you’re not able to attend the Farm Show, you can share your feedback through the online survey available at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakupor at the Drumbo Fair on Saturday, September 22.Oxford County is at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show today, collecting feedback on the Transportation Master Plan update. Find us at the Rural Green Energy exhibit to share your thoughts, or fill out the online survey at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup.Page 455 of 816 2018 TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN – media posts Thursday, September 13How do you travel Oxford County? No matter your mode of transportation, your perspective is needed to help update the Transportation Master Plan. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakupto preview upcoming changes to the Plan and complete the online survey to share your thoughts.Tuesday, September 18We need your perspective! The Transportation Master Plan is being updated to help guide Oxford County's transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakupto see the updates and fill out the online survey to share your thoughts.We need your perspective! The Transportation Master Plan is being updated to help guide Oxford County's transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakupto see the updates and fill out the online survey to share your thoughts.Page 456 of 816 2018 TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN – media posts Friday, September 21Oxford County will be at the Drumbo Fair tomorrow, collecting feedback on upcoming changes to the Transportation Master Plan. Have your say by coming by between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.You can also provide your feedback online, by filling out the Transportation Master Plan survey, available at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup.Oxford County will be at the Drumbo Fair tomorrow, collecting feedback on upcoming changes to the Transportation Master Plan. Stop by and share your experience and perspective, or fill out the online survey available at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup.Saturday, September 22If you're at the Drumbo Fair today, so are we! Come by to share your thoughts on the upcoming changes to the Transportation Master Plan. You can also provide your Page 457 of 816 2018 TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN – media posts feedback online, by filling out the survey available at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup.Wednesday, September 26Oxford County needs your input to complete an update to the Transportation Master Plan. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakupto see the upcoming Plan changes and take the online survey to share your thoughts and experiences so that the new Plan can best serve the community's needs.Oxford County needs your input to complete an update to the Transportation Master Plan. Visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakupto see the upcoming Plan changes and take the online survey to share your thoughts and experiences so that the new Plan can best serve the community's needs.Page 458 of 816 Page 459 of 816 From:Peter Crockett To:David Mayberry; Deb Tait; Don McKay; Larry Martin; Margaret Lupton; Marion Wearn; Sandra Talbot; Stephen Molnar; Ted Comiskey (mayor@ingersoll.ca); Trevor Birtch Cc:Tommasina Conte; Frank Gross; David Simpson; Angie Ferrell; Chloe Senior; Senior Management Team; BillTigert ; David Calder; David Creery ; Don MacLeod; Kyle Kruger ; CAO; Rodger Mordue; Ruth Coursey Subject:Transportation Master Plan - Consultation Update Date:September 10, 2018 4:34:29 PM Attachments:image001.png Warden Mayberry and Members of Council: As you are aware, the County is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Transportation Master Plan that will guide programs and investments for the next 20 years. As with the 2009 release, the 2018 Plan will focus on all modes of transportation, including walking, cycling, public transit, personal vehicles and more. It also considers the movement of freight, agricultural mobility, corridor management, and low carbon transportation. You will be familiar with these new aspects of our plan through our regional transportation advocacy work, which has been publicly released through the New Directions, Short Line Rail, Freight Rail, and SouthwestLynx reports. Oxford County completed the first phase of its public consultation in 2017 for the update to the Transportation Master Plan, offering residents an opportunity to provide input in the spring through an online survey and in-person town halls at the Tillsonburg Community Centre and the Future Oxford Expo in Woodstock. Now, we are promoting the next phase of community outreach, through which we will present the draft Transportation Master Plan with updates from public input received so far. This phase will also include an online survey as well as public consultation events at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show and the Drumbo Fair in September. Both the survey and event details can be found in Speak Up, Oxford! at http://www.oxfordcounty.ca/Your-Government/Speak-up-Oxford/Campaign- Details/ArticleId/14393/Transportation-Master-Plan. The opportunity to provide feedback through the online survey or submitted comments extends for six weeks to October 19, 2018. If you have any questions about the status of the Plan or the public consultations, please contact David Simpson, director of Public Works, at dsimpson@oxfordcounty.ca, ext. 3100, or Frank Gross, manager of Transportation Waste, Public Works, at fgross@oxfordcounty.ca, ext. 3120. Thanks Peter Peter M. Crockett, P.Eng. 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You can also provide feedback online at: www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup 1. The draft Transportation Master Plan is recommending improvements such as exploring traffic calming measures, intersection improvements (traffic signal optimization, turning lanes, roundabouts, etc.) road and bridge capital improvements (reconstruction, rehabilitation resurfacing, etc.). What are your thoughts on this? 2. The draft Transportation Master Plan further incorporates the vision of the Community Sustainability Plan with a “view to the development of healthier, less costly communities” through ongoing development of active transportation facilities (i.e. cycling network, trails, paved shoulders) which promote low carbon transportation and improved connectivity between communities. How do you feel about this approach? Page 466 of 816 Page 2 of 7 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Survey #2 3. The draft Transportation Master Plan is proposing to support trail development and update active/alternative transportation policies within the Official Plan and completion of a County-wide Cycling Master Plan. a) On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about each of the proposed actions? Mark your choice with an X. Proposed Actions 1 2 3 4 5 Trail development Update active/alternative transportation policies in the Official Plan with TMP recommendations Develop a County of Oxford Cycling Master Plan b) Do you have any comments on the proposed actions? 4. The draft Transportation Master Plan recommends ongoing provision of safe, efficient and convenient traffic/transportation access to/from existing and proposed future developments and properties within the County. These provisions for road access management will help contribute to the successful sharing of a right-of-way between autos, trucks, and alternative modes of travel including pedestrians, cyclists and transit. a) On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? Please circle your choice. 1 – do not support 2 3 4 5 – strongly support Page 467 of 816 Page 3 of 7 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Survey #2 b) Do you have any comments on the recommendation? 5. The draft Transportation Master Plan recommends continuing to advocate for an integrated Southwestern Ontario regional transportation system (“SouthwestLynx”) which would provide for transportation links between communities through infrastructure enhancements to existing passenger & freight rail corridors and development of an intercommunity transportation service (i.e. intercommunity bus network). This integrated passenger rail and intercommunity bus transportation system would enhance the connection of residents in small urban/rural Southwestern Ontario to the larger urban centres, each other, work, social services and shopping, recreation and entertainment activities. a) On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? Please circle your choice. 1 – do not support 2 3 4 5 – strongly support b) Do you have any comments on the recommendation? Page 468 of 816 Page 4 of 7 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Survey #2 6. The draft Transportation Master is proposing safety improvements to at-grade railway crossings. Do you have any concerns with the safety of railway crossings throughout the County? 7. The draft Transportation Master, in conjunction with the Province, rail authorities, and other municipal jurisdictions, recommends the ongoing provision for a safe and efficient transportation network for goods movement in Oxford County, including the accommodation of farming transportation needs, consideration of local intermodal terminals, corridor access management, etc. How do you feel about this approach? 8. A multi-modal terminal is a feature of a transportation system in which several modes of transportation (walking, cycling, personal vehicle, bus, train, etc.) can be accessed in one common location and allow for integration between modes. The draft Transportation Master Plan recommends that consideration be given to the development of centralized multi-modal facilities in Woodstock and Ingersoll. The objective of such multi-modal terminals would be to provide residents with direct connections to a variety of transportation choices, and reduce the demand for personal vehicle use. Page 469 of 816 Page 5 of 7 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Survey #2 a) On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? Please circle your choice. 1 – do not support 2 3 4 5 – strongly support b) Do you feel you would benefit from a multi modal terminal? Please circle. Yes – No – Unsure c) Which types of modes would you use given the opportunity? Please circle. Walking – Cycling – Personal Vehicle – Bus – Train – Other: ____________________ d) Do you have any comments on the recommendation? 9. The draft Transportation Master Plan supports a transportation demand strategy that considers ridesharing (school buses, inter-County transit, carpooling), active transportation, and workplace mode shifting (i.e. work from home). a) On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? Please circle your choice. 1 – do not support 2 3 4 5 – strongly support a) Do you have any comments on the recommendation? Page 470 of 816 Page 6 of 7 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Survey #2 10. The draft Transportation Master Plan supports the County’s 100% Renewable Energy target by 2050 and recommends that electrical vehicle charging stations be installed in parking lots at existing / future carpool lots, public facilities, and other employment areas. a) On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? Please circle your choice. 1 – do not support 2 3 4 5 – strongly support b) Do you have any comments on the recommendation? 11. Autonomous vehicles can eliminate driver error and therefore improve safety, along with reducing traffic congestion. What role do you see autonomous vehicles playing in the future of the County’s transportation network (e.g., public transit, taxis, etc.)? Page 471 of 816 Page 7 of 7 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Survey #2 12. What role do you see alternative, low carbon, fuel sources playing in the future of the County’s transportation network (e.g., solar/electric, hydrogen, biofuel, natural gas, etc.)? 13. Is there anything else you would like to see included in the County’s transportation system strategy? Please return your feedback to the project team. Thank you for your input! Page 472 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 7 Fall 2018 Consultation Feedback Page 473 of 816 October 2018 1 OOxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary Prepared by Lura for: Oxford County Introduction Page 474 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 2 IIntroduction As part of the engagement strategy for Oxford County’s Transportation Master Plan (TMP), an online survey was developed to allow residents to provide input on key aspects of the draft plan. The survey was active from August 27, 2018 - October 19, 2018. The online survey mirrored the survey used during pop-up consultations. For the purposes of this summary, responses received at pop-up events have been integrated with online results and provided below. Pop-up consultations reached 45 people, while 76 completed the online survey. A list of verbatim responses to each open-ended question is provided in Appendix A. Summary of Responses Question 1 - The draft Transportation Master Plan is recommending improvements such as exploring traffic calming measures, intersection improvements (traffic signal optimization, turning lanes, roundabouts, etc.) road and bridge capital improvements (reconstruction, rehabilitation resurfacing, etc.). What are your thoughts on this? The majority of respondents responded positively with comments in support such as: necessary for improvement and growth, good ideas and forward thinking. However, some respondents were concerned about the cost implications of such improvements. Respondents were especially supportive of improvements to improve traffic flow, such as roundabouts. However, there is a sense that many drivers are not aware of how to use roundabouts correctly. As such, efforts should be made to engage and educate drivers if roundabouts are implemented. Moreover, if constructed, respondents noted that roundabouts would need to have effective means for pedestrian crossings. Respondents would like to see timed lights on larger routes, more traffic calming measures, wider sidewalks, and improved access to public transit. Finally, respondents would like to see continued maintenance of existing road networks. Question 2 - The draft Transportation Master Plan further incorporates the vision of the Community Sustainability Plan with a “view to the development of healthier, less costly communities” through ongoing development of active transportation facilities (i.e. cycling network, trails, paved shoulders) which promote low carbon transportation and improved connectivity between communities. How do you feel about this approach? Respondents had split opinions of this approach. Many respondents were supportive of active transportation facilities and felt that increasing opportunities for cycling and walking could improve connectivity between communities within the County. In particular, respondents felt that efforts should be focused on protected bike lanes and multi-use trails. Other respondents were concerned about the amount of money and effort going towards the small proportion of the population that would use this infrastructure, especially given the aging population. It was argued that communities are too far apart and the colder months would prevent significant uptake of bike lanes and trails; however, some were supportive of paved shoulders. Page 475 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 3 QQuestion 3 - The draft Transportation Master Plan is proposing to support trail development and update active/alternative transportation policies within the Official Plan and completion of a County-wide Cycling Master Plan. On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about each of the proposed actions? A. Trail Development B. Update active/alternative transportation policies in the Official Plan with Transportation Master Plan recommendations C. Develop an Oxford County Cycling Master Plan Note: in each of the following graphs, scale ratings have been presented as follows: x 1 = “Do not support at all” x 2 = “Somewhat do not support” x 3 = “Somewhat support” x 4 = “Support” x 5 = “Strongly Support” The majority of respondents (65.1%) were supportive or strongly supportive of trail development. Another 20.6% were somewhat supportive. 4.8% 9.5% 20.6% 28.6% 36.5% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Trail Development (n=63) Page 476 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 4 The majority of respondents (63.5%) were supportive or strongly supportive of updating active/alternative transportation policies in the Official Plan with Transportation Master Plan recommendations. The majority of respondents (57.6%) were supportive or strongly supportive of developing an Oxford County Cycling Master Plan. In contrast, 13.6% of respondents do not support this idea at all. Do you have any comments on the proposed actions? Again, respondents had mixed opinions of these proposed actions. Many respondents felt that active transportation is important. Cycling and walking routes should be well connected, protected, and could mimic approaches used in European countries. Respondents felt that transportation between communities is necessary and should be improved. One individual suggested implementing a regular bus route in the winter to allow communities to remain 6.3% 12.7% 17.5% 36.5% 27.0% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Updating Alternative Transportation Policies in Official Plan (n=63) 13.6% 9.1% 19.7% 25.8% 31.8% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for County Cycling Master Plan (n=66) Page 477 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 5 connected when active transportation is less desirable. Some respondents felt that cyclists should be reminded of the rules of the road. Other respondents felt that focusing on active transportation is a waste of time and funds, as only a small proportion of the population will use this infrastructure. Furthermore, respondents had concerns about losing parking spots to bike lanes and argued that these upgrades would not be of use to rural residents. QQuestion 4 - The draft Transportation Master Plan recommends ongoing provision of safe, efficient and convenient traffic/transportation access to/from existing and proposed future developments and properties within the County. These provisions for road access management will help contribute to the successful sharing of a right-of-way between autos, trucks, and alternative modes of travel including pedestrians, cyclists and transit. On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? The majority of respondents (66.2%) were supportive or strongly supportive of the recommendation to provide “ongoing provision of safe, efficient and convenient traffic/transportation access to/from existing and proposed future developments and properties within the County”. Do you have any comments on the recommendation? Respondents noted the importance of safety, with some advocating for increased enforcement of speed limits and right-of-way. There was concern about the safety of having cyclists riding on city roads. Overall, there is tension between the need for car-oriented or bike-oriented infrastructure, with respondents citing different priorities and perspectives. Some respondents felt that the question was too vague, and they were unsure which “developments and properties” were being referenced. 9.2% 9.2% 15.4% 27.7% 38.5% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% 45.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Recommendation (n=65) Page 478 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 6 QQuestion 5 - The draft Transportation Master Plan recommends continuing to advocate for an integrated Southwestern Ontario regional transportation system (“SouthwestLynx”) which would provide for transportation links between communities through infrastructure enhancements to existing passenger & freight rail corridors and development of an intercommunity transportation service (i.e. intercommunity bus network). This integrated passenger rail and intercommunity bus transportation system would enhance the connection of residents in small urban/rural Southwestern Ontario to the larger urban centres, each other, work, social services and shopping, recreation and entertainment activities. On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? The majority of respondents (65.2%) were either strongly supportive or supportive of the recommendation to “continue to advocate for an integrated Southwestern Ontario regional transportation system”. Do you have any comments on the recommendation? There were mixed feelings about an integrated Southwest Ontario regional transportation system amongst participants. Participants had a number of questions about the system, including how much it would cost, if expropriation of land would be required, and how this would fit with existing rail lines. Some were concerned that the potential ridership of such a system would not justify its cost. On the other hand, many respondents felt that this type of system was necessary to promote accessibility, connection, community health and the economy. Respondents noted that the transportation system should be affordable for users. Some respondents were supportive about increased access to services in urban centres especially for those with mobility issues, seniors and youth. Others were concerned about creating “bedroom communities” and the loss of local economic activity. 10.6%9.1% 15.2% 9.1% 56.1% 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Recommendation (n=66) Page 479 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 7 QQuestion 6 - The draft Transportation Master is proposing safety improvements to at-grade railway crossings. Do you have any concerns with the safety of railway crossings throughout the County? Respondents felt that there is always room for safety improvements to at-grade railway crossings, particularly those without any type of barriers. Respondents were concerned about the wait time at crossings and called for regular maintenance and levelling of these crossings. Many respondents had no concerns about the safety of railway crossings. Question 7- The draft Transportation Master, in conjunction with the Province, rail authorities, and other municipal jurisdictions, recommends the ongoing provision for a safe and efficient transportation network for goods movement in Oxford County, including the accommodation of farming transportation needs, consideration of local intermodal terminals, corridor access management, etc. How do you feel about this approach? Respondents were generally supportive of a safe and efficient transportation network, especially for the movement of farm equipment. However, a number of participants requested more information on this approach and there was some concern about increased traffic volumes. Question 8 - A multi-modal terminal is a feature of a transportation system in which several modes of transportation (walking, cycling, personal vehicle, bus, train, etc.) can be accessed in one common location and allow for integration between modes. The draft Transportation Master Plan recommends that consideration be given to the development of centralized multi-modal facilities in Woodstock and Ingersoll. The objective of such multi-modal terminals would be to provide residents with direct connections to a variety of transportation choices, and reduce the demand for personal vehicle use. On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? 8.3%10.0% 16.7% 25.0% 40.0% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% 45.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Recommendation (n=60) Page 480 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 8 The majority of respondents (65%) were supportive or strongly supportive of the recommendation to “consider the development of centralized multi-modal facilities in Woodstock and Ingersoll”. Do you feel you would benefit from a multi-modal terminal? When asked if they felt they would benefit from a multi-modal terminal, respondents were split. Approximately one-third of respondents selected each of the options (yes, unsure, no), giving no clear indication with respective to perceived benefit. Which types of modes would you use given the opportunity? Personal vehicle was the most popular mode of transportation, with 68.4% of respondents indicating that they would use this mode given the opportunity. Under half of respondents indicated that they would use the bus, train, walking or cycling if given the opportunity. 33.3% 31.7% 35.0% 25.0% 27.0% 29.0% 31.0% 33.0% 35.0% 37.0% 39.0% Yes Unsure No Multi-Modal Terminal 68.4% 47.4% 47.4%43.9% 29.8% 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% 80.0% Personal Vehicle Bus Train Walking Cycling Types of Modes (n=57) Page 481 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 9 Do you have any comments on the recommendation? Some respondents took this opportunity to express their concern with this recommendation, stating that a multi-modal terminal would be better suited to a large city, rather than a county comprised of small towns. There was concern about accessibility in terms of location (i.e. rural) and ability (i.e. mobility issues). Some participants were supportive of bus service between larger centres (i.e. Woodstock, Tillsonburg, Ingersoll). QQuestion 9 - The draft Transportation Master Plan supports a transportation demand strategy that considers ridesharing (school buses, inter-County transit, carpooling), active transportation, and workplace mode shifting (i.e. work from home). On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? The majority of respondents (63.4%) were supportive or strongly supportive of “a transportation demand strategy that considers ridesharing, active transportation, and workplace mode shifting”. Do you have any comments on the recommendation? Many respondents liked the idea of ridesharing and workplace mode shifting, but presented a number of logistical challenges. For example, working from home is not possible for many occupations. Respondents liked the idea of ridesharing using buses, however one participant noted safety concerns for students if school buses were to be used. 10.0% 6.7% 20.0% 26.7% 36.7% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Recommendation (n=60) Page 482 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 10 QQuestion 10 - The draft Transportation Master Plan supports the County’s 100% Renewable Energy target by 2050 and recommends that electrical vehicle charging stations be installed in parking lots at existing / future carpool lots, public facilities, and other employment areas. On a scale of 1-5, where 1 means do not support and 5 is strongly support, how do you feel about this recommendation? The majority of respondents (55.3%) were supportive or strongly supportive of the recommendation that “electrical vehicle charging stations be installed in parking lots at existing / future carpool lots, public facilities, and other employment areas”. Another 23.3% of respondents were somewhat supportive. Do you have any comments on the recommendation? Some respondents were supportive of electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations; however, others were hesitant about EVs and the investments for associated infrastructure. Many respondents were concerned about the cost of electricity, stating that EV owners should be paying for their own electrical charging. Some respondents were also concerned about the 2050 timeline, saying it was too far away and that charging stations could be obsolete at that time. Question 11 - Autonomous vehicles can eliminate driver error and therefore improve safety, along with reducing traffic congestion. What role do you see autonomous vehicles playing in the future of the County’s transportation network (e.g., public transit, taxis, etc.)? Most respondents see a very limited role for autonomous vehicles in the future of the County’s transportation network, if any. Respondents were concerned about safety and access/affordability of autonomous vehicles. Some respondents also stated that autonomous vehicle technology requires further development and testing. 8.9% 12.5% 23.2% 23.2% 32.1% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% Do not support at all Somewhat do not support Somewhat support Support Strongly support Support for Recommendation (n=56) Page 483 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 11 QQuestion 12 - What role do you see alternative, low carbon fuel sources playing in the future of the County’s transportation network (e.g., solar/electric, hydrogen, biofuel, natural gas, etc.)? Respondents were split in their views of alternative, low carbon fuel sources, and many cited the need for more information. Some felt that alternative fuels should play a large role in the future of the County’s transportation network, stating that it is the “way of the future”. Others felt that these fuels should not play a large role, citing concerns about raising taxes and costs. A few participants noted that decisions at the Provincial government level could impact low carbon fuel sources moving forward. Question 13 - Is there anything else you would like to see included in the County’s transportation system strategy? A number of respondents noted that they are opposed to high speed rail. A few participants commented on the importance of automobile manufacturing to the local economy. Respondents felt that special consideration should be given to those who have limited access to transportation due to mobility or geographic constraints. Safety improvements were recommended for cyclists and pedestrians. Some respondents recommended traffic calming and speed enforcement be considered. Some respondents felt that existing infrastructure should be upgraded before building new infrastructure, and that construction should be staggered to limit the impact on movement. Finally, some respondents recommended diverting truck traffic away from local roads. Page 484 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 12 Appendix A: Verbatim Comments QQuestion 1 x If it makes travelling through the city better, it is a great idea. x Roundabout should replace four way stops at some busy intersections. x Options such as roundabouts and improved traffic signals that are coordinated with traffic reduce collisions and improve the flow of traffic. x I am not a big fan of roundabouts. More education needs to be done about these so they are used properly to avoid accidents. x Definitely needed. x Talk about bussing. x This would be helpful. x Required. x Please... No more roundabouts! No one knows how to use them! x Roundabouts are a waste of money - use four way stops if needed. x Sounds good. x I am in agreement. x All of the above is important to look at. x Great! x Would be nice if the lights worked together - not having to stop at eight or ten lights in a row. x Good idea as long as they work. We have seen some not so great ideas create more congestion such as the lane reduction in front of the Tim Horton's on Mill Street. The ideas need to be reviewed and approved before implemented. x Calming measures and intersection improvements are desperately needed. x Good ideas all. x Sounds like a good direction! x Yes, to all- 100% support- sidewalks need to be wider, especially around schools so there is room for people to pass (strollers, kids on bikes, people walking side by side). Roundabouts need stronger pedestrian ways. Devonshire Avenue in Woodstock has too long distance between lights for safe crossing. x Start with the easy stuff. Get the roads up to par. Highway 2 is excellent now. x Agreed, this needs to be a constant ongoing process in order to allow the County to keep important issues and items maintained or updated. x Less signals, no calming zones. x Happy with the way things are going right now. x More roundabouts would be something that could be a positive. x I want to know more. x While the construction will be frustrating, the end goal will be helpful. x Good. x All for any improvements to the flow of traffic and people in and out of Oxford County. Page 485 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 13 x I would like to see more roundabouts built. Also - please abandon the use of tar and chip for re-surfacing of roads. That stuff is bad for cars but it is dangerous for cyclists due to surface looseness and projectiles from automobiles. x Room for improvements and cutting any waste. x Cost. x Yes please. x Most County roads are in good condition at this time. It is important not to let good infrastructure deteriorate in favour of spending money on new projects. x Nil. x Our transportation structure is in shambles and needs a severe overhaul. x I will wait and see what actually gets done. x Good. x All needed improvements. x Making traffic flow more efficiently. Very good and forward thinking. x This is necessary for improvement and growth. x I think it is a necessity. x As long as the long-term benefit is worth the cost of such investment I would be okay with it. x It is a good start. x Great. x It is something that needs to be done. x These ideas are fine, but do not answer the largest and most urgent identified need - access to public transportation in the absence of any. x I would love to see public transport between Woodstock/Norwich/Tillsonburg. If several runs were scheduled daily people may be inclined to use the bus service for work. Also, many seniors no longer drive and this could make their lives easier. x Roundabouts are great except many Canadian drivers do not know how to properly use them. x I do believe this to be a very valid issue that needs to be shared to the general public. Good plan. x Unfortunately, it appears as if there is a lot of unnecessary spending, over engineering and lack of common sense whenever I see one of the above-mentioned projects undertaken. x The draft was not very specific. x Needs to be constantly reviewed and preplanned for improvements. x Staying on top of infrastructure is better than having to be reactionary when an emergency hits. I would like to encourage active transport, public transit and have developers complete sidewalks regardless of zoning to make it possible to walk (for example to the new school and Cowan Fields) if desired. x I support traffic signal improvements and turning lanes however traffic calming needs to ensure it does not slow down major routes. Capital projects should include adding second lanes to county roads, or passing lanes such as on Highway 2 with increased truck traffic and Highway 401 closures. Page 486 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 14 x As we grow we need this planning and foresight. x Need to see final costs for this infrastructure spending. It is good to compare infrastructure spending to social services and health care or seniors spending. x Great ideas. x It seems reasonable. x That is a must with increasing traffic. x Overhead turn signs, the ones painted on the roads are faint and covered with snow in the winter, also many places have rumble strips when nearing intersections, we could use more. x Good. x It depends. x Great but can we please pave all the roads in the county? This would include the township roads there are a ton of unpaved roads pushing all traffic into just a few roads. x I like that I can share my personal thoughts about this. x All of these issues will doubtless need to be addressed and dealt with over the next 20 years. If roundabouts are to be installed, then it is imperative that drivers of all ages and experience need to be taught how to properly navigate them. x Good idea. x Calming measures are greatly needed during rush hour in Woodstock. x So, no new roads? x Intersection Improvements. I live in Tillsonburg, I work in Ingersoll west end near CAMI. I use Highway 19 to get to Ingersoll. Next, I can cross Ingersoll by using short stretch of Highway 401 or I can cross by using Clarke Road. When reaching Culloden Road, I need to cross it by going through four lanes (two each way). The intersection is angled and controlled only by two stop signs (one each direction on Clarke Road). Culloden Road has too much traffic in both directions at times such as shift change. My car was in an accident. I proceeded to cross Clarke Road going west and was hit by a young driver who was speeding and not driving defensively. By law it was my fault. However, if the same conditions were to occur again I would probably be in a similar accident again. Clear, dry fall weather but how am I to predict if a car on Culloden Road is excessively speeding which the other driver admitted to. Crossing four lanes and excessive traffic are a dangerous combination. I would like to see something done with this intersection as I will NOT use it to go to work and I hate entering and leaving Highway 401 ramps just to cross Ingersoll. The hazards of merging and exiting Highway 401 just to go two miles on it across town is not a good solution also. If they can put a traffic light on Clarke Road so that golfers can cross during their golf game they surely can improve an intersection such as Clarke Road at Culloden Road. QQuestion 2 x I think it is a great plan. x I agree. x I am more likely to bike if I can avoid traffic. x This is great. Page 487 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 15 x It is great to provide a safe space for people to cycle. x Nil. x We live in rural Ontario. It is at least a ten-minute drive to anywhere with groceries and other necessities. Way too far to walk or bike... Especially at my age and with the traffic we get. x Do we have a budget for that and are the cyclists/walkers contributing rather than the automotive users? x Not a fan of trails. They are costly and not used enough to warrant the cost. x I certainly agree with the paved shoulders if a cycling network is to be established trails are important I think people are making more use of them. x Great plan. x Alternate types of transportation (such as bikes) would be better in their own lanes. Would also be good if they obey the rules of the road. Stopping at signs and lights would be a good start. x Fantastic ideas. We need safe and accessible bike and walking trails as well as shoulders for bikes. x Great on a variety of levels. x I think you have maxed out walking and biking. More people are not going to start given our aging population and soon tech will provide low emission transportation x Great idea! x Paved shoulders, and more sidewalks, wider bike lanes (marked). x Great idea just not a primary one. Put it lower on the list. x Cycling network is fine but is there any way to tax cyclists the same way vehicles are taxed? Right now, vehicle owners are subsidizing and paying for these cycling upgrades. x Absolutely a great idea! x Dedicated bike lanes and route, separated from traffic when possible, are something I would pay extra for. x I am more concerned with traffic calming. x Safe cycling would be beneficial. x All for it! x We must reduce our reliability on cars for local transportation so cycling and walking facilities are paramount. But so much goes into sprawling subdivisions and very little goes into safe active transportation to these subdivisions. A prime example is 59 Highway north of Woodstock. The traffic in and out of the city has increased tremendously and now it is very dangerous for cyclists to enter or exit the city from the intersection of Vansittart Avenue and Devonshire Avenue to the roundabout at OR 17. The traffic is horrendous on that stretch of road. x I back this. x Roads are narrow in many areas - too tight for bike lanes/shoulders. x Yes please. x Bicycle lanes and trails have come a long way in the past five years. This is a positive for urban Oxford however has limited benefit for rural. Page 488 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 16 x I lived in Europe and we should look to them for insight especially Holland. As for what we are doing now it is not working and is in fact very dangerous we should not let cars park on bike paths and we should shift bike paths to one side of the road for a double lane path with a mini median between it instead of one unprotected lane each side of roadway. x I feel it is a waste of a lot of money and very little benefit for the majority of the population. x Overdue. x It can help. x We have provided many miles of example, bike lanes that are mostly seasonal and underutilized. Paved shoulder would be a positive safety improvement. x I would like these additions to our community. More trails and a better bike system would be great. x Great idea. x Because of climate I am not certain if these measures would be needed for the short amount of time walking and cycling would be available. x Absolutely. We need bike lanes, pedestrian walking safety, and transportation for more people. x Sounds good. x Not as important due to distance between communities. x Much more cycling infrastructure is required. x This is a great approach for tourism or for people in Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg. I have to drive to paths and they will not help me commute to work. x More trails would be awesome!!!! I do a lot of walking. x This is an approach that should be an ongoing plan to include all affected to ensure that the proper master plan is implemented at the end of the day. x Trails are underutilized and should be open for multi-use such as snowmobiles and ATV. There are clubs that would take care of the upkeep if they were allowed to use them. x Good. Again, not very Specific not mention of improved safety to large employers such as Toyota and its suppliers, the Hospital, etc. x Pros and cons. The trend for bike paths etc. is very costly and almost projected as more important than road upkeep. x Great idea. x This is silly and does not address the needs of the majority of people. Nobody will cycle from November to April and frankly it is not large enough of a population to support putting so much effort into it. x Like it. x I am concerned cycling lanes in the city on busy residential streets, will take away valuable parking for residences on busy streets. x I like it. x Not bad. x It is good. x Communities are to spread out to worry about bike lanes in the country. Page 489 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 17 x Positive. x Not completely necessary. x More paved shoulders but please pave the unpaved roads in the townships. x Wonderful ideas! It is unfortunate that there is basically no connectivity between communities at the moment. x As a runner and cyclist, I am glad this is being looked at. x I cannot visualize a cycling network, given the amount of existing traffic in this small town, but more trails (suitable for cycling), and paved shoulders would be useful additions. x It is a good approach. The county needs to continue their plans to help the environment and make Oxford County green. x Why cannot we take an ATV or scooter/golf cart like some of the mater planned communities elsewhere. x I like the idea - especially about improved connectivity between communities for people who cannot or do not want to drive. QQuestion 3 x Get people moving. x Will this include educating the cyclists? x Sounds like a good idea but what number of the population is using this method to make it worthwhile. We are not a city but a county so it does not sound like a great plan for the masses. x Is there a way to track the use of these trails??? x I agree with this study being done I think trails are important not sure if there are enough people cycling to warrant the cost. x Biking is for the most part a leisure activity. It is not really a popular mode of transportation. x If the option of more connected trails, paths are available people will use them. x Define "trail development”. Trails need to support the natural native environment. Accessibility is very important, but surely there are more options than asphalt. x Is there enough potential use to warrant the investment? x Same comments apply as was given in item #2. x Love these ideas! x This is in line with my platform. x Bikers are irresponsible and do not obey traffic laws. x Look to European cities like Maastricht for advice. They have been doing this longer and have the volume to test these ideas. x Make the cyclists pay for this themselves with a bike tax. x No. x I am not against it, but I am uncertain these measures would in time change those who use a car to go alternative methods. Page 490 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 18 x I do wish there was some regular bus routes for people. Walking and biking are great in good weather but I am the winter or for people not able to walk/bike a small bus with a regular route would be amazing. x No. x Transportation between communities is important. x The approach will help urban Oxford, but I do not see a lot for rural commuters or the rural poor who do not have cars or access to trails or public transport. x No comment. x Cyclists far too often do not follow laws and often hold up the flow of traffic unreasonably. x See #3. I specific plan to increase the use of cycling to large employers and to areas that will or can be developed for industrial or high employment use. Greater police presence to protect property and safety. Little specifics on how cyclists will be protected at intersections, often cars cut through cycling lanes to turn right. Other communities use seasonal physical barriers to protect cyclists at and approaching intersections. x Individuals have always cycled. Now a new trend that is financially supported. Will it continue? x Linkages are key as well as access to all public parks and buildings. x Waste. Of. Time. x I am very concerned over the cycling master plan. If you lived on Devonshire Avenue and have one driveway entrance then the parking is necessary in front of homes. Also, some homes have circular driveways- how were some granted this? And others are not allowed. x I see that transportation of goods is being looked at. I would like to see a truck route that removes the trucks from travelling downtown on Dundas Street. x The high-speed railway is garbage and will ruin southern Ontario. Give your heads a shake. It is not even stopping in our area. Vote no for highspeed railway. Japan shut theirs down as it was a waste of money and did not help at all. x Need more green spaces, mature trees along the country roads when the aging trees are cut down, they are not replaced. Should be planting trees now for the future. x No. x More people would cycle if it were safe. The paved roads are too busy and very few have paved shoulders if you could please pave more of the township roads then people could cycle on them and the other roads would not be so busy. Cyclists should be making this plan because unless you bike on these roads you really have no idea how scary they are. There is not enough room and there is way too much traffic and the traffic are going way too fast. Please pave all the secondary township roads. x I am not a cyclist myself, but these sound like positive changes. x An exclusive Oxford Cycling Master Plan would be a good idea, as long as cyclists were not expected to compete with already high traffic volumes. x All modes should be supported... horse, bike, ATV, walk, paddle. x Encourage people to use mass transit especially anything that does not burn hydrocarbons. Page 491 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 19 QQuestion 4 x Please enforce the speed limits and the no pass zones. x More studies needed but cost effectively. x Depends on the cost and locations of these provisions. I would not want 100% of tax payers to pay for an expected 1% usage. x Make bike lanes wider and more consistent. x What are the future developments and properties? How are they aligned with the TMP? Need clarification and an indication that it will be aligned. x Same comment as #2 can be used again. x Anything that alleviates traffic issues is most welcome. x Bicycles really need their own lane. It is unsafe for them, and drivers to be on the road. x Do not forget about farm equipment. x Please solicit the input of pedestrians and cyclists. Do not got solely on the ideas of engineers as they are often out of touch with local issues and conditions. Get opinions from people who are actually affected by our local issues - like ME for instance. x Cyclists on city roads will cause accidents x To reduce traffic flow in the inner city. Suggest a few outer roads be expanded to create a ring road to help as bypass routes. x More policing of the roads and actually enforcing the law would be a start. x Not at this time, but safety and efficiency all both good goals to strive for. x Paved shoulders on all roads would improve this. x This is quite vague. Hard to argue with safety, but I do not see what you are proposing. x Safety is definitely an overriding factor. x See previous comments. x Need to have plan for sharing as alternative transportation is already being invested in. x Development of auto only or very predominantly auto friendly areas does not help develop the community. x Do not take traffic lanes away and turn them into cycle lanes. However, adding lanes, and turning lanes will help. x I do not support cyclists sharing roads that are busy, resulting in less street parking. I want to hear what those running for mayor/ councillor think. x No. x Transit! x I think that all of these proposals are excellent if somewhat idealistic at the present time. Present day drivers are not courteous, and have complete disregard of speed limits, so this state of affairs would, I believe, need to be addressed before expecting drivers to observe rights of way and so on. x Sharing right-of-way... truck vs. cyclist.... bad outcomes...usually for cyclist. x Keep in mind that autonomous electric vehicles are coming relatively soon. Perhaps vehicle ownership will go down as people Uber like request an autonomous vehicle from point A to B. Page 492 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 20 QQuestion 5 x Would love an option other than highway to get to urban centres such as Toronto. Currently we go to Aldershot in Burlington to get the GO train. x This is something that is greatly needed. So many services for Oxford county are located in Woodstock and people who need to access services currently have little transportation choices that are economical. x Let us start. x Needs to be accessible and reliable. x Again, how many would actually use this service and what price. x Amazing! x Depends on the expected ridership. Is there a way to trial this type of system? Where else does this type of system exist to determine successes and failures. x How is this a requirement? Or how will it improve communities. Small towns might devolve into just bedroom communities if they have easy access to larger towns or cities. Look at the non-economy of Beachville for example. It is too easy to go to Woodstock or Ingersoll so no business really thrives in Beachville at least no retail business. x Freight trains do not follow a timetable or schedule. Therefore, scheduled use of rail lines for passenger use will be very difficult. Are you suggesting expropriation for new rail lines? x Is there enough potential use to offset the cost? x Further development to existing rail systems are required. We do NOT need a rapid rail link. x Most welcomed plan. x Do not make it cost prohibitive to ride it. I have a car, give me a reason to ride it. x Working for para transit in a Woodstock many of my clients have asked how they could get to other communities in and around Oxford County. i.e. small accessible buses that could travel between these points a few days a week! x I support the SOUTHWESTLYNX HPR concept. x Just keep taking away farm land and country property – NO. x This plan has the greatest potential to serve a large number of people in Southwest Ontario. x Have a few of the old Woodstock city busses make loops once per hour through the other oxford county cities. Ask for businesses such as Toyota, CAMI, ASIN to support the action by sponsoring a bus stop at their location by supporting some of the financial burden. This will also give them access to workforces from other local communities x Intercommunity buses?... This is ridiculous! Look at the empty seats in a Woodstock bus and honestly ask yourselves if this is cost efficient. x This mode needs to be affordable. x I personally to not like to drive to larger centers, so for me to have an alternative would greatly increase my options in all areas, such retail, entertainment, work. x This is critical for the parts of the county not connected to transit links. Page 493 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 21 x I do not support high speed rail unless it is on an elevated platform so as to not cut off access to property on both sides of the rail. x Absolutely necessary and should be the priority. x I would not want to see rail corridors cut through agriculture properties. x There should be a bus service all over Oxford county. Many younger and older members of the community do not have transportation to where they need to go. x Has been tried and tested does not work, the vast majority of the population has a means of transportation that works for them. x Small towns have lost all access to bus transportation to other towns/cities. x Necessary for Seniors in rural areas. x Lack of access is an indicator for public and community health and impacts our economy. x Yeah, better intercity rail service between Woodstock/London and Woodstock/Kitchener would be nice but I cannot imagine how dirty the bus to Tillsonburg would be. x Good recommendation. x This may encourage people to shop elsewhere instead of supporting local businesses x Absolutely support this idea x There are a number of people that a bus system would serve greatly! x Sounds like a wonderful idea. There must be hundreds of people who would enjoy visiting areas to which they have no access due to lack of any sort of transportation. x An alternative transportation to Via Tail and Greyhound that could potentially be a cheaper competitor is a very good plan. x User pays 100%? x My wife does not drive and I work much. Would be great if it was easy for her to travel to and from other Urban Centres with ease and reasonable cost. QQuestion 6 x Not really. x Some are not obvious or well-marked and are a potential hazard. x No. x The crossing on Blandford Road at the curve just outside of Innerkip needs work. x None. x I believe the railway crossings are in terrible condition at many of the crossings. x General upkeep and maintenance should remain a plan as preventative. x All crossings should have lights. x Frankly, nothing will fix people's stupidity. x No. x Trucks need to do a city by-pass by level crossings are a big deterrent. Who is responsible for maintaining the all grade crossings? Highway 59 at Wilson Road and Cedar Line is terrible. Raise crossings in Ingersoll if possible. Too often held up by slow trains. x Length of time waiting at some crossings specifically Blenheim Road. Page 494 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 22 x There are always safety upgrades that are required. Crossing need to be constructed to allow for smoother vehicle traffic to pass over these crossings. x People are more the problem than the crossings. x No. x None of them are flat. You can really wreck your car over them. I do not know who to contact if a railway crossing is not functioning properly. x Use what we have instead of making new one. x Yes, need to be levelled off very rough to cross! x Safety is very important and should be maintained and improved where it can. x More trains mean more problems. x Yes. x All crossings should be gated. x Yes, crossings in cities need to be more controlled. By either a bridge or tunnel system to protect further children from getting hurt. x Good idea, now spend the money and add crossing gates. x No. x Most or all seem fine. x They need to be fixed. They are uneven and not safe for cars crossing. x Not at this time x If means less of bump going over rail tracks, my car's suspension thanks you x Yes, absolutely there is some crossing near 4th Street in Tillsonburg with no lights or barriers. x High speed rail should be on an elevated rail system only. x There are some crossings without barriers and that's a concern. x No. x Need to straighten out the or fix the at crossings level. As in construction, accident waiting to happen. x No. x Hopefully a NEW process of levelling will be successful the first time; as in how many times has the County Road 6 east of Highway 2 crossing been redone $$$ and still very poor. x No, if people get hit by a train these days they really kind of had it coming, there's so much warning signal and devices if you're not paying attention. Pay more! x Yes- all should have safety guards. x Agree. Railway crossings should always be reviewing for safety improvements. x Yes, some of them could be improved. x No. x The Rail Companies do not fix there crossings now, how will this be addressed. x No. x It would be nice if they were not bumping and you just put up bumpy rail crossing signs and do nothing to fix them. x They are all in desperate need of regular maintenance. Page 495 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 23 x I do not feel in Woodstock, or out in the country that I have had any problems with crossings in the past 10 years I have lived here. x A great job has been done on the crossing on Highway 2 in levelling it. The same really needs to be done on the crossing on Norwich near Dundas. x No. x No. QQuestion 7 x Agree. x I am concerned about the possibility of the light rail bisecting existing farmland. I would far prefer what is listed here. x Not going to happen. x This sounds very good. x Interesting and yes, we are farming so we need to look more into that approach than the others. x Very important. Would like the better movement of farming equipment. Where huge machines do not HOG the road. There needs to be a way to move them off the travelled portion when a long line of traffic is behind. Maybe it is just courtesy and common sense. They lack. x I agree. x Agreed. x I support but what is the cost? x Sorry- not well explained. x Good. x Need specifics. Need city bypass truck routes for three cities ('urban' areas) in the county. Truck traffic is heavy and increasing. Construction means dump trucks, need a designated truck route for communities. x Good. x Agree. x Safety is extremely important. x It does not mean anything to me. x All for it. x On right track. x You will be increasing traffic. x Good. x It is of utmost importance to move freight away from highways onto the rails. x I believe this is a good idea as for the corridors I would recommend a 400 series highway from the western end of Highways 401 or 403 to the Niagara Region to reduce traffic flow on an already congested Queen Elizabeth Way. x Who does not want safe and efficient transportation! x Not needed. x I have no knowledge of these topics regarding Oxford being a good location. Page 496 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 24 x Good. x In support of this. x Again, all for safe and efficient. x Neutral. x Not sure. x Public education is required to remind people if safety around slow moving vehicles. x Waste of taxpayers’ funds. x Laws need to be enforced when oversized farm equipment create hazardous conditions on our roads. x Necessary. x Especially important for more rural areas of the county. x We need to ensure farming has the space they need. x Unsure. Know/understand very little on this topic. x Agree. x Will not help. x Changes are not urgently needed. x Due to the growing in this area, I feel we need to be focusing on this. x I do not know anything about this sort of transportation to comment of the recommendations. x ?? Corridor access, etc. x Keep safety in mind first. Big trucks, cars, tractors, combines, bikes, e-bikes, people make for a more dangerous mix. QQuestion 8 x I rely on public transport and this sounds like it would be very convenient. x Needs to be accessible for the disabled. x This sound wonderful for a city but not a county. x Small town living will not benefit very much. Especially a senior. x Not all transportation needs to be together, as long as there is a link to the other transportation locations. x Location is a huge factor. Must be downtown but where? x Any examples in other jurisdictions? x No. x I only support this if the terminal is located in Ingersoll or Woodstock. x Drop it. x Not at this time. x Please bring bus service to Tillsonburg. x No. x I am very rural and have recurring mobility issues. My ability to access multi model nodes is constrained. x Do not recommend. Page 497 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 25 x Public transportation needs to be heavily subsidized to bring ridership up which in turn should decrease the need of subsidies. x Do not put the cart before the horse, a very good transport infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians must be in place and planned for. One that developers cannot alter if they wish to develop the land. x Great idea. x Could we build a ring road around Woodstock or twin Highway 59 North at the Bridge to Tavistock, and Highway 2 to the Middlesex County line and then convince them to do all the way to Shaw Road... Please guys? x Innerkip need to be connected to Woodstock with public transportation. x No. x I would very much like to see an inter-community bus system. x I think this proposition is better suited to large cities. x Can I take my bike on the train and ride at the other end? Cheaply? x No. QQuestion 9 x You cannot let people on school busses when students are on for safety reasons. x Buses can definitely be more cost effective with share riding. x Would be great to see sharing on buses more. Reduce number of buses. x I work in the automotive industry as well as thousands in Oxford County and wonder how it will affect employment if we are attempting to get less people to use and buy vehicles. I agree we need to support changes for the environment but more focus needs to be on farming and less meat production. x Who carries the cost? x Carpooling is proven to work in larger centres. It would be ideal if would work locally as well. x Anything that reduces the number of vehicles on our highways is welcome. x Most people do not believe in sharing. x Work from home sounds good but has not materialized as promised so do not plan on this being accepted. x I think it is a good compromise for those who like the freedom of car, but not always having to take their own. x No. x This will require parallel investment in affordable a reliable high-speed internet. x Good idea but it is too bad that it is difficult to earn a living working online. x A great deal of coordination would be required. x We need to figure out a way to get people to our best services if they cannot be provided in their own communities. x Here we go again! My employer is not going to magically go surprise we moved the bank to YOUR HOUSE you can work from here!! Nope, nada I am still going to have to go to work. Page 498 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 26 x Would be primarily the different layers of government and government agencies that could participate in work from home. x No. x This is an excellent idea from all aspects. x I like the idea of workplace mode shifting. I also like the idea of factories with staggered shift start times to lessen peak demand on transportation. QQuestion 10 x Not going to happen. x At what price for recharge? x I am a senior. Not sure about the electrical cars. x I fully support electric vehicle production and purchasing. x In colder areas they have places to plug in block heaters. Surprised it is taking so long to bring in charging stations in every public parking lot. x What about other forms of renewable energy in the future. An infrastructure for only electrical charging may be short sighted. x 2050? That long? x If someone can afford an electric car, they can afford the pennies to charge it. If you are going to do this, do not subsidize it. x Just because a vehicle uses no gasoline and does not emit carbon dioxide emissions does not mean that it is ecologically friendly. An accounting needs to be done of electric vehicles from inception to destruction and maybe it will be found that they are more pollute more than conventional gasoline vehicles. The fuel of propulsion is just part of the equation. x Now - that is the way of the future. x I support 100% renewable as long as it does not harm the environment. It is a documented fact that wind turbines cause harm to bat population and a great deal of Ontario bat species are protected due to a severe decline in population. The turbines can be adjusted to fix this problem. If that is done then I fully support it x What is the cost? Am I paying for someone else's fuel with my tax dollars? x Credit card required to charge your vehicle. x The easiest it is to recharge; the more likely people will invest in electric cars. x Still not convinced that electric vehicle is the way to go. x Not necessary. x Charging station must have significant fees to those vehicles that become fully charged once that have been charged. This will encourage people not to park in charging stations for the purpose of parking cheaply and conveniently, this will cause them to move to another location opening the spot for another vehicle. x Great idea, other ideas may take precedence. x I am going to find a way to drive a gas vehicle in 2050 if the road salt does not get to it first (can we use more sand this winter). But for real, give the renewable energy stuff a break with the current government. x Love the idea but cannot afford an electric car myself so would not use. Page 499 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 27 x By 2050, charging stations could be obsolete. x Good idea if they are paying for the electricity. I see free ones all the time. Who pays for them? We all pay our gas they can pay for their hydro. x No. x I support the idea, but wonder what proportion of the population will be purchasing electrical vehicles. x The County needs to continue their development of an electrical network within the County to provide an incentive to residents. If they see that there is no need to have range anxiety because chargers are everywhere, they will be more likely to change over. x Who pays for hydro to charge vehicles? User I hope. Where are electric vehicle made? Parts for electric vehicles? Cami? Toyota? Parts manufacturing in local area? Otherwise... why get rid of local auto manufacturing jobs and support Tesla? x I would like to see all new buildings and communities designed and planned for rooftop solar. All these houses with landfilling tar shingles and no solar panels. What a waste of a great resource-not to mention all the factory rooftops. QQuestion 11 x I have concerns about the safety. x These make me nervous and I wonder about liability issues. Also taking jobs away from hired drivers is a concern. x Do not trust them. x Very limited role. x Cannot imagine autonomous vehicles. x Do not agree. x Taxi. x I do not foresee this playing an important role for at least 25 - 30 years. x It will eventually replace all human drivers. x Not 100 percent sure if its best. x Unsure of the full implications, so really cannot speak about it. x Technology is not there yet. x Should be very limited locally. x This is a long way off in our area. x Will only be a reality once all vehicles are autonomous. x Zero. x No role not for this type of vehicle! x There needs to be a great improvement in their safety before they become a viable option. x As I said in my platform, I see this as good if it means no driver license and people can afford this. x Sounds better - but still can be human error. x I do not think potential autonomous vehicle usage within Oxford justifies extra expense in supporting them. Page 500 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 28 x Do not support at this time however do support semi-autonomous vehicle features like blind spot assist and such. And would recommend for our bus services. x It is the future, but many issues need to be addressed, (liability insurance for the autonomous vehicles, loss of jobs etc.). x Increasing. x It sounds good in principle, but I for one would not go that route until there was a lot more evidence that it is reliable safe way to transport people and goods. x They are the way of the future. x Too early to say, but they will not help the economically vulnerable. x Too dangerous, I can also see passenger safety becoming an issue. x Taxis and transportation of goods. At this time, it is to comment on improved safety from autonomous vehicles in premature. Public transit should remain primarily in the hands of able humans. x Only if adequate scheduling process. x Would like to see better data first. x I have no idea. x It is still early beginnings for autonomous vehicles- drones. x Yea right, have you seen the news articles where they have hit other cars even people ...no thank you. x None. x Busses and trains, I guess. x I am still unsure about autonomous vehicles, but I can see them becoming part of our system. x Due to being a growing community I feel we need to keep up with the changes x Hopefully no role at all! x Within 20 years I see a large majority of semi transportation down the Highway 401/403 corridor being autonomous. As well more regular autonomous cars will start to become applicable on local roads as the autonomy progresses into the fourth and fifth level. x None. x Very high. You are lucky if you can plan three years let alone 20 years but autonomous vehicles will be a game changer especially when insurance companies get involved when they see a massive reduction in death and vehicle damage. QQuestion 12 x We need to be creative in finding alternatives that leave less of a carbon footprint. x Nine with this government. x Shows promise. x A very small impact. x Hope smarter people than I am know about this. x This depends on how the Provincial government is going to deal with green energy presently does not seem like there is much support. x I think it would be great. x This is the way of the future. Solar and electric especially as it is renewable Page 501 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 29 x If we are smart we will replace all burning vehicles with electric or solar in the next quarter century. This means natural gas and biofuel too. They are not really a viable alternative. The best they can do is provide a bridge to all solar or electric vehicles. x I like the idea of eliminating these altogether. Trails and bikes are a great option. Also, more option for single passenger vehicles. Motorcycles etc. x Nothing to compare it to, any examples? x Excellent choice for public service vehicles. x This will continue to evolve and will be required for the future. x Low carbon, environmentally friendly transportation is the right direction. x Minimal. x Somewhat of a role. x The accounting has to be done for the overall impact of such vehicles versus traditionally fueled vehicles. x Solar/electric/hydrogen are the way as I said in my platform. x It is the way of the future. x Very. x I see it taking on a large roll. x Why is it not being done now? x Increasing. We should not invest heavily in developing technologies such as solar/wind, favouring more mature technologies such as biofuels and natural gas. x I think it is important to weigh the benefits over costs, sometimes trying to save a little here, ends up costing a lot more somewhere else. It is okay to be open, but do not be too quick to jump of the latest fad in alternative energy. x The way of the future. x Great idea. I have concerns about the capacity and stability if the electrical grid, however, and am too rural to have access to natural gas. x Always going to cost the taxpayer more and more and our annual taxes continue to rise. What ever happen to the cost of living clause. Our wages do not go up annually, but they continue to gouge the taxpayer. I think Oxford County is way behind the eight ball on this one to start taking away from our income. x Negligible effect other than raising the cost of everything. x Each home should generate and use its own produced energy as much as possible. x Uncertain. x Climate change impacts are coming. Better to address the problem as best we can now rather than be forced into at greater cost later. x The same it does now, maybe a bit more? x Huge. x Would be nice to see it play a big role in our future. x Natural Gas ... Electric is a joke. x Very little. x Absolutely these alternate options should be strongly considered in the TMP. x Due to being a growing community I feel we need to keep up with the changes. Page 502 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 30 x I do not know enough about the various alternatives to comment. x A great deal of cars are going to start being electric. So, if Oxford County can create renewables for these vehicles, they will be almost entirely carbon emission free. x Very high. I build internal combustion engine cars but I very much would prefer to build electric. I want my next vehicle to be all electric, low cost and autonomous. QQuestion 13 x More education to the public about why these things matter. x No Hugh speed rail service. x Since I am moving to Tavistock, what about the fringe communities? x More thought into this- survey is one good step before many other information actions prior to proceeding. x Most likely more police to help people follow the laws already in place. So tired of speeding vehicles. x Try to not have all main arteries improved at the same time (like summer 2018, where you could only access Highway 401 from Dundas Street east or west for a large part of the summer (construction on Parkinson Road, Mill Street, Norwich Avenue, Norwich Avenue bridge, Wellington Street). On the same note, these updates are understandably needed and appreciated, strategic planning is biggest recommendation. x I believe we need safety improvements to all streets were cycling is considered by having vehicles only able to park on one side of the street. Many roads such as Springbank Avenue are very dangerous for cyclists when vehicles are parked on both sides. Many cities have these rules in place to protect pedestrians and cyclists. x Restricted access on city roads to a certain weight. Our roads are awful and we seem to be falling further behind on repairs and prioritizing the intercity commuter roads rather than the main streets in Woodstock like Wellington Street and Huron Street and Dundas Street. Those roads need to be in good shape if you want to maintain an active downtown. x More trails and roadways for small one passenger vehicles. Most cars have only the driver so might as well have places where smaller motorcycles, mopeds electric scooters can be used safely. x Comment: this requires a very high literacy level and Oxford County statistics show lower than provincial average. What are you doing to capture the interest and feedback from those who may have difficulty responding to this format? x Expand lower speed limits and no passing within one kilometre of all rural communities. x No. x For everyone’s sanity, do not do all the work at once. x Please consider traffic calming measures in residential parts of Thamesford. x More Para Transit buses for the community. x The upgrading of transportation corridors (roads in and out of the city; ring roads and bypasses) should be in place before any sprawling expansion. As it is now, the subdivisions are built and populated which creates increased vehicle traffic which Page 503 of 816 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan – Public Survey #2 Summary October 2018 31 overwhelms the existing roads and then, and only then, are changes to transportation routes considered. This is backwards thinking. x No, it meets my support. x No. x Incorporating bike racks on all busses and more locations to secure bikes at local stores and down town. Also suggest an encouragement or incentive be made for businesses that use bikes such as bike delivery for pharmacy grocery and fast food. x More policing of rural roads, cyclists must pay some type of tax to pay for what they are demanding everyone else pay for. x Considerations for noise control and visual attractiveness. x Bike lanes, walking paths and trails, more lanes on busier streets. x I am not certain this is covered by this plan or somewhere else but as drones become more involved in deliveries, in might be good to have a policy in place to ensure these things are running into anything or anyone else. x A consideration to citizens with disabilities and remembering not everyone can afford or is able to drive. It would open up so many possibilities for people if they had access to transportation. x More consideration if the rural parts of the county and a focus on existing rail services to move people instead of high-speed rail. x In order for the master transportation plan to really work, the county infrastructure must be ahead of the transportation infrastructure. This is not the case. x Regular bus schedules like greyhound used to offer. x Link with ALL existing transportation providers of any form before plan completed...accessible and non. x Safe sidewalks to the door/entrance to all schools, public facilities and parks. x I do not want parking removed from in front of my home for a bike lane. Homes affected will be much more difficult to gain entrance and exit of our driveways. x Remove truck traffic from downtown reroute them. x No would like to see the high-speed rail get voted out though. x No. x Please pave the secondary roads and what about rail going toward Kitchener / Waterloo. We have a lot of people that commute and this seems like an area that is neglected. x More opportunities. x I think the recommendations cover just about everything. The biggest problem I see is with the generally discourteous attitude of drivers on increasingly congested roads. x City folk get to drive their mobility scooters everywhere... why can country folk drive ATV/golf carts everywhere? x Keep in mind that personal vehicle ownership may drop when communities have shared fleets of self-driving vehicles. 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Box 1614 Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7Y3 519-539-9800 | Fax: 519-421-4711 www.oxfordcounty.ca «Date» «TITLE» «FIRST_NAME» «LAST_NAME» «JOB_TITLE» «COMPANY» «ADDRESS_1» «ADDRESS_2» «CITY» «PROVINCE» «POSTAL_CODE» Re: NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT, OXFORD COUNTY TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN (TMP) Oxford County has initiated an update to the 2009 Transportation Master Plan (TMP) to help guide the County’s transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. The County has retained Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited to conduct the study. The expected outcomes of the TMP are noted in the attached Notice of Study Commencement. This study is being conducted in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment document dated October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 & 2015, which is approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. Please complete the attached sheet and return by mail (address as noted above) or by fax (519-421-4711) or by email (dassam@oxfordcounty.ca). Yours truly, Dadean Assam, P. Eng., Manager of Construction. Page 517 of 816 Re: OXFORD COUNTY TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN Please complete this sheet and return by mail (address on previous page) or by fax (519- 421-4711) or by email (dassam@oxfordcounty.ca) Name: Title: Agency: Address: Phone: Fax: E-Mail: Please indicate the appropriate response: My group/agency/organization would like to be kept informed of the project. Please remove me/us from the project mailing list. Comments: Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all other information will become part of the project record. Page 518 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 9 Agencies and Focus Group Response and Input Page 519 of 816 Page 520 of 816 Page 521 of 816 Page 522 of 816 Page 523 of 816 Page 524 of 816 Page 525 of 816 Page 526 of 816 Page 527 of 816 Page 528 of 816 Page 529 of 816 (BSZ)PVHIUPO 1&OH .BOBHFSPG&OHJOFFSJOH /PSGPML$PVOUZ .BJO4USFFUPG%FMIJ %FMIJ 0//#. &YU HBSZIPVHIUPO!OPSGPMLDPVOUZDB Y Page 530 of 816 Page 531 of 816 Page 532 of 816 Page 533 of 816 Page 534 of 816 Page 535 of 816 Page 536 of 816 Page 537 of 816 Page 538 of 816 Page 539 of 816 Page 540 of 816 Page 541 of 816 Page 542 of 816 Page 543 of 816 Page 544 of 816 Page 545 of 816 Page 546 of 816 Page 547 of 816 Page 548 of 816 Page 549 of 816 Page 550 of 816 From:C Kennedy To:Dadean Assam Subject:OXFORD COUNTY TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN Date:January 12, 2017 2:20:34 PM Attachments:Chris Kennedy Signature (Only).jpg Good Afternoon Mr. Assam; Sorry for the delay in response to the Commencement of Study on the OxfordTransportation Master Plan. I am the chair of the Woodstock Environmental AdvisoryCommittee , if it is not too late, we would like to be kept informed on thedevelopments of the project. Thanks for your time. 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ZĞŐĂƌĚƐ͕ :ŽŚŶDŽƌƌŝƐĞLJ ŽƌƌŝĚŽƌDĂŶĂŐĞŵĞŶƚWůĂŶŶĞƌ ŽƌƌŝĚŽƌDĂŶĂŐĞŵĞŶƚ^ĞĐƚŝŽŶ ŶŐŝŶĞĞƌŝŶŐKĨĨŝĐĞ DŝŶŝƐƚƌLJŽĨdƌĂŶƐƉŽƌƚĂƚŝŽŶ ϲϱϵ džĞƚĞƌZŽĂĚ͕>ŽŶĚŽŶ͕KE Eϲ ϭ>ϯ dĞůĞƉŚŽŶĞϱϭϵͲϴϳϯͲϰϱϵϳ &ĂdžϱϭϵͲϴϳϯͲϰϮϮϴ :ŽŚŶ͘ŵŽƌƌŝƐĞLJΛŽŶƚĂƌŝŽ͘ĐĂ Page 567 of 816 March 17, 2017 Mr. Dadean Assam, P. Eng. Manager of Construction Oxford County Public Works 21 Reeve Street, P. O. Box 1614 Woodstock, ON N4S 7Y3 Re: Notice of Study Commencement Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Municipal Engineers Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) ___________________________________________________________________________ Dear Mr. Assam: This letter is the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change’s (MOECC) response to the Notice of Commencement for the above noted project. It is understood that Oxford County intends to undertake an environmental assessment to update the 2009 Transportation Master Plan to help guide the County’s transportation programs and investments for the next 20 years and beyond. As you know, the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) planning process includes consultation with interested stakeholders, evaluation of alternatives, assessment of the effects of the proposed works and identification of measures to mitigate any adverse impacts. In addition to consultation with public agencies and the general public, consultation with Aboriginal communities is required. Aboriginal Consultation The Crown has a legal duty to consult Aboriginal communities when it has knowledge, real or constructive, of the existence or potential existence of an Aboriginal or treaty right and contemplates conduct that may adversely impact that right. Before authorizing this project, the Crown must ensure that its duty to consult has been fulfilled, where such a duty is triggered. Although the duty to consult with Aboriginal peoples is a duty of the Crown, the Crown may delegate procedural aspects of this duty to project proponents while retaining oversight of the consultation process. Your proposed project may have the potential to affect Aboriginal or treaty rights protected under Section 35 of Canada’s Constitution Act 1982. Where the Crown’s duty to consult is triggered in relation to your proposed project, the MOECC is delegating the procedural aspects of rights-based consultation to you through this letter. The Crown intends to rely on the delegated consultation process in discharging its duty to consult and maintains the right to participate in the consultation process as it sees fit. Ministère de l’Environnement et de l’Action en matière de changement climatique 733, rue Exeter London ON N6E 1L3 Tél.: 519 873-5000 Fax: 519 873-5020 Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change 733 Exeter Road London ON N6E 1L3 Tel’: 519 873-5000 Fax: 519 873-5020 Page 568 of 816 2 Based on information you have provided to date and the Crown`s preliminary assessment you are required to consult with the following communities who have been identified as potentially affected by your proposed project. x Aamjiwnaang First Nation x Walpole Island First Nation x Chippewas of the Thames First Nation x Kettle and Stony Point First Nation x Caldwell First Nation x Mississaugas of New Credit x Oneida Nation of the Thames x Munsee-Delaware Nation x Delaware Nation x Six Nations of the Grand River x Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council Steps that you may need to take in relation to Aboriginal consultation for your proposed project are outlined in the “Code of Practice for Consultation in Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Process” which can be found at the following link: https://www.ontario.ca/document/consultation-ontarios-environmental-assessment-process Additional information related to Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act is available online at: www.ontario.ca/environmentalassessments. You must contact the Director of Environmental Approvals Branch under the following circumstances subsequent to initial discussions with the communities identified by MOECC: - aboriginal or treaty rights impacts are identified to you by the communities; - you have reason to believe that your proposed project may adversely affect an aboriginal or treaty right; - consultation has reached an impasse; - a Part II Order request or elevation request is expected. The Director of the Environmental Approvals Branch can be notified either by email with the subject line “Potential Duty to Consult” to EAASIBgen@ontario.ca or by mail or fax at the address provided below: Email: EAASIBGen@ontario.ca Subject: Potential Duty to Consult Fax: 416-314-8452 Address: Environmental Approvals Branch 135 St. Clair Avenue West, 1st Floor Toronto, ON, M4V 1P5 The MOECC will then assess the extent of any Crown duty to consult for the circumstances and will consider whether additional steps should be taken, including what role you will be asked to play in them. Source Water Protection As per the recent amendments to the Municipal Engineers Association (MEA) Class Environmental Assessment parent document approved October 2015, proponents undertaking a Municipal Class EA project must identify early in the process whether a project is occurring within a source water protection vulnerable area. This must be clearly documented in a Project File report or ESR. If the project is occurring in a vulnerable area, then there may be policies in the local Source Protection Plan (SPP) that need to be addressed (requirements under the Clean Water Act). The proponent should contact and consult with the appropriate Conservation Page 569 of 816 2 Authority/Source Protection Authority (CA/SPA) to discuss potential considerations and policies in the SPP that apply to the project. Please include a section in the report on Source Water Protection. Specifically, it should discuss whether or not the project is located in a vulnerable area or changes or creates new vulnerable areas, and provide applicable details about the area. If located in a vulnerable area, proponents should document whether any project activities are a prescribed drinking water threat and thus pose a risk to drinking water (this should be consulted on with the appropriate CA/SPA). Where an activity poses a risk to drinking water, the proponent must document and discuss in the Project File Report/ESR how the project adheres to or has regard to applicable policies in the local SPP. If creating or changing a vulnerable area, proponents should document whether any existing uses or activities may potentially be affected by the implementation of source protection policies. This section should then be used to inform and should be reflected in other sections of the report, such as the identification of net positive/ negative effects of alternatives, mitigation measures, evaluation of alternatives etc. As a note, even if the project activities in a vulnerable area are deemed not to be a drinking water risk, there may be other policies that apply and so consultation with the local CA/SPA is important. Conclusion Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project. Please keep this office fully informed of the status of this project as it proceeds through the Class EA process. Please send future correspondence to the attention of Craig Newton, Regional Environmental Planner / Regional EA Coordinator at the address below; email address: craig.newton@ontario.ca; telephone number: 519-873-5014. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Yours truly, Tammie Ryall, MCIP, RPP Regional Environmental Planner / Regional EA Coordinator Ministry of Environment and Climate Change 733 Exeter Road London ON, N6E 1L3 519 873-5115 | tammie.ryall@ontario.ca Copy: Stewart Elkins, Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited. 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GHDQMDFREV#ZLIQRUJ 6HQWHPDLO +DXGHQRVDXQHH'HYHORSPHQW,QVWLWXWH $0 0LVW\LQ5HFHSWLRQ 3OHDVHSURYLGHDQHPDLOFRS\RIWKH1RWLFHDQGQH[WVWHSVWRKGL#EHOOQHWFD6HQWHPDLO :DOSROH,VODQG)LUVW1DWLRQ6L[1DWLRQV2QHLGD1DWLRQRIWKH7KDPHV0XQVHH'HODZDUH1DWLRQ8QLRQRI2QWDULR,QGLDQVPage 604 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:nikki.orosz@caldwellfirstnation.ca Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf Caldwell First Nation - TMP Notice.pdf Hello Nikki, I spoke with Melody this morning regarding the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) and she asked me to follow up with you. As detailed in the call, the County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 605 of 816 Page 606 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:info@delawarenation.on.ca Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf Delaware Nation - TMP Notice.pdf Hello, I spoke with reception this morning regarding the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) and she asked me to follow up via this email address. As detailed in the call, the County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 607 of 816 Page 608 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:"hdi2@bellnet.ca" Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf image001.png Hello, I spoke with Misty this morning regarding the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) and she asked me to follow up via this email address. As detailed in the call, the County sent out the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 609 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:"fawn.sault@mncfn.ca" Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf MNCFT - TMP Notice.pdf Hello Fawn, Thank you for taking the time to discuss the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) over the phone this morning. As detailed in our call, the County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 610 of 816 Page 611 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:environment@oneida.on.ca Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf Oneida Nation of the Thames - TMP Notice.pdf Hello Brandon, Thank you for taking the time to discuss the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) over the phone this morning. As detailed in our call, the County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 612 of 816 Page 613 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:"mjocko@sixnations.ca" Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf Six Nations - TMP Notice.pdf Hello Matthew, Thank you for taking the time to discuss the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) over the phone this morning. As detailed in our call, the County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 614 of 816 Page 615 of 816 Page 616 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:dean.jacobs@wifn.org Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 4, 2019 11:12:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf Walpole Island First Nation - TMP Notice.pdf Hello Dean, Thank you for taking the time to discuss the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) over the phone this morning. As detailed in our call, the County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 617 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:gstonefish@aiai.on.ca Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 10, 2019 9:17:00 AM Attachments:Notice of Study Commencement_Oxford TMP_FINAL.pdf image001.png AIAI - 2019-04-09.pdf Hello Geoff, I left a voicemail message with you last week regarding the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP). The County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement for the Oxford TMP in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com Page 618 of 816 Page 619 of 816 From:Heather Goodman To:Stacey Phillips Cc:Jill Juhlke Subject:RE: 161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Date:April 10, 2019 11:32:00 AM Attachments:image001.png Thank you Stacey, I appreciate the response. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 From: Stacey Phillips <consultation@munsee.ca> Sent: April 10, 2019 9:54 AM To: Heather Goodman <hgoodman@ptsl.com> Cc: Jill Juhlke <jjuhlke@ptsl.com> Subject: RE: 161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Heather, I have reviewed your correspondence and do not have any concerns at this time in regards to the Transportation Master Plan for Oxford County. Stacey Phillips, Consultation Coordinator Munsee-Delaware Nation 279 Jubilee Road, RR #1 Muncey, ON N0L 1Y0 From: Heather Goodman <hgoodman@ptsl.com> Sent: April 10, 2019 9:17 AM To: Stacey Phillips <consultation@munsee.ca> Cc: Jill Juhlke <jjuhlke@ptsl.com> Subject: 161190 (Oxford County TMP) - Consultation Page 620 of 816 Hello Stacey, I spoke with reception yesterday afternoon regarding the Oxford County Transportation Master Plan (TMP) and they asked me to follow up with you. The County sent out a letter with the Notice of Study Commencement for the Oxford TMP in late 2016. A copy of the letter and Notice is attached for your reference. To date, the project team has not received a response or input and we would like to ensure your comments and concerns are addressed. We kindly ask that you reply to this email indicating you do not have any concerns and/or you would like to be removed from the contact list. As well, if you do have concerns please send them to us at your earliest convenience. Within the next few weeks, the Final Draft version of the TMP will be posted on the County’s website for the 30-day review period. We would appreciate your review and comments on the final draft TMP. After the review period, feedback will be reviewed and addressed, as appropriate. The TMP will then go to County Council for consideration and adoption. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or e-mail. Regards, Heather Goodman, B.Eng., EIT, MITE Transportation Consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J8 p: 416.479.9684 x502 m: 905.506.0454 e: hgoodman@ptsl.com w: www.ptsl.com This e-mail and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this e-mail in error please notify the sender immediately. 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Page 621 of 816 Page 622 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 12 Notice and Contact List – TMPAC Page 623 of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age 624 of 816 Page 625 of 816 Page 626 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 13 TMPAC Meeting 1 Page 627 of 816 Oxford County TransportationMaster Plan Advisory CommitteeMeeting 107 November 2016Page 628 of 816 AgendaXTeam IntroductionsXTMP OverviewXTMP StatusXRole of TMPACXDiscussionPage 629 of 816 TMP – Key IssuesXStakeholder involvementXConnectivityXTransportation modelXUrban versus ruralXRoad rationalizationXModes other than autoXSustainable solutionsPage 630 of 816 TMP ApproachXBuild TMP as we go with on-going completionof “Chapters”XFollow Municipal Class EA master plan processXFocused on County key issues and objectivesXUser-friendly tool for future decision makersXInvolve public in processPage 631 of 816 Taking the TMP in “New Directions”Oxford County TMPStrategic Plan –A County that is well ConnectedPage 632 of 816 Public Consultation ElementsXPCCs – 2 rounds at 2 locations eachXAdvisory Committee (4)XPublic Forums (2)XNewsletters (2)XPublic Notices (2)XCouncil PresentationPage 633 of 816 Heightened EngagementXCommunications and Social Media–Speak Up Oxford, Twitter, FacebookX“Places and Spaces Pop-Up Consultations” XOnline Questionnaire Page 634 of 816 TMP StatusXPublic NoticeXData CollectionXTMPACXNext StepsPage 635 of 816 Role of TMPACXDiscussXProposeXCommentXRecommend XDisseminateCounty of Oxford TMPPublicTMPACCountyPublicTPage 636 of 816 Discussion ItemsDo you have any comments or questions stemming from the presentation?Page 637 of 816 Discussion ItemsHow can we better help the County’s population reach their destinations inside/outside the County?–County road network–Transit–Active transportation–Carpool lots, etc.Page 638 of 816 Discussion ItemsWhat recent trends have you seen locally or elsewhere that could be of importance for this project?Page 639 of 816 Discussion ItemsDo you have any ideas for the public consultation components?–How do you/does your municipality typically engage residents? –What has/hasn’t worked?–Does your municipality have a newsletter, social media, mailing list, etc.?Page 640 of 816 Discussion ItemsIs there anything else you would like to discuss?Page 641 of 816 The EndPage 642 of 816 Page 1 of 5 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee - Meeting 1 Monday, November 7, 2016 | 9:00 – 10:00 am Oxford County Administration Building Meeting Summary 1. Opening Remarks and Process Overview Mr. Jim Faught, Director of Community Engagement at Lura Consulting, welcomed Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee (TMPAC) members and thanked them for attending the session. Mr. Faught introduced the consulting team from Paradigm Transportation Solutions and Lura Consulting, and led a round of introductions. He reviewed the meeting agenda and explained that the purpose of the meeting was to provide an overview of the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) process including the role of the TMPAC, and to engage in a facilitated discussion about transportation issue in Oxford County. Mr. Stew Elkins, Vice President of Paradigm Transportation Solutions, provided an overview of the TMP process, including key issues to be addressed, the process and approach, public consultation elements, project status, and the role of the TMPAC. A list of attending TMPAC members can be found in Appendix A. 2. Facilitated Discussion The following provides a summary of the facilitated discussion that took place at the TMPAC meeting. Comments are not necessarily presented in chronological order, and have instead been sorted into ‘theme areas’ where appropriate. Do you have any comments or questions stemming from the presentation? x Suggested that the responses to the original TMP PIC discussion questions would be a good place to start for any public consultation questions, though it was noted they could not find the appendix in question from the original TMP. How can we better help population reach their destinations? Transit x A proposal was made to the City of Woodstock to consider electric buses, but it did not go forward. Starting to see small-scale transportation instead. x A delegation at Norwich Council discussed the concern of a lack of transportation from rural to urban centres. Suggest that this be looked at as part of the TMP. x Suggested to look at some type of transit system to move people from rural areas to urban centres, as well as between urban centres. The system could even be integrated with Via service. Page 643 of 816 Page 2 of 5 x Suggested that the TMP should connect to the Tillsonburg community transportation pilot project. Active Transportation x Suggested to look at the connectivity of the cycling network. x Noted that Ingersoll has a cycling master plan, and that they have tried to integrate it with the Oxford master plan to better connect surrounding urban and rural areas. x Noted that the Ontario Good Roads Association task force proposed amendments to maintenance standards with respect to active transportation. Truck Routes, Farm Equipment, and Horse and Buggy x The Township of Zorra has specific problems as it relates to the movement of aggregates, including volumes and weights. x The Township of Zorra noted that larger agricultural equipment now in use is affecting roads in the municipality. x Concerns about truck routes and farm equipment were echoed, and furthered by also highlighting the importance of detour routes and making sure roads are able to handle such routes. x Noted that the Ontario Federation of Agriculture is trying to lobby province through the Coordinated Land Use Planning Review to have the definition of ‘complete streets’ include agricultural equipment. x Noted that horse and buggy is a form of transportation also used in the County. Carpool Lots x Noted there is an informal carpool lot at the Quality Inn, but that there may be issues with theft. x Noted there is an informal carpool lot at County Road 29 (where there is gravel widening with enough room to park). x Noted there is talk about a potential carpool lot at County Roads 55, 14 and 15. Infrastructure x Suggested to explore alternatives for designing major intersections. x Suggested that roundabouts are a good concept, but that there is a need to educate people as to their proper use. x Noted that when we make it easy for traffic to move, they travel at speeds that are of concern to local residents. Suggested that to move traffic at appropriate rate of speed for the community. x Noted that traffic calming measures and farm equipment clash, and that there is a need to balance these. Page 644 of 816 Page 3 of 5 Other x Question was asked as to how the goal of decreasing carbon emissions informs transportation solutions. What recent trends have you seen? Commuting x Noted that people are moving to Oxford County and commuting by personal vehicle to larger urban centres. x Noted that there are few Via trains that would accommodate commuters. x Noted that commuting only works to downtown Toronto (by taking Via), and that GTA suburbs present challenges because of traffic. x Suggested that people need to think about their personal travel and commuting/carpooling. x Noted that the Workforce Development Partnership has a ride share program (launched earlier this year). Detours and Road Closures x Noted that when the 401 is closed people generally do not follow the emergency detour route. x Blandford-Blenheim has looked into detour issues in Drumbo, and suggested doing similar in other parts of the County. x Suggested the need for more wayfinding signage to divert people away from areas where they do not need to go (specific reference to less traffic on Mill Road and more on County Road 6). x Suggested to promote the use of radio traffic reports so people are aware of issues. x Suggested a need to increase highway signage to indicate issues. Other x Noted that work is underway on a feasibility study for electric vehicle charging stations, and that these need to be integrated with potential carpool lots. x Noted that auto sharing is not occurring in Oxford County. Do you have any ideas for the public consultation components for the TMP? x Noted for the waste management strategy that the first round of online surveys was successful, but the second less so. x Noted that the PIC for the waste management strategy was streamed, but that there was not much uptake. x Tillsonburg used Facebook to promote their loose leaf collection and received 5,500 views. x Tillsonburg did a transportation survey online, and the older demographic also participated. x Suggested that Facebook would be better to use than Twitter. x Noted that a dedicated PIC may not garner much participation, and that pop-ups and going to where people are (such as an arena or the Future Oxford Expo Spring 2017) may be better. Page 645 of 816 Page 4 of 5 Is there anything else you would like to discuss? Visitors x A concern was raised from a tourism standpoint about how people are able to move within the County once they have arrived. o It was noted that without a full-service Via station, people are unable to bring their bikes on the train. o Suggested a need for inner-County transit to help move visitors within the County. Road Rationalization x Noted that road rationalization was discussed in the last TMP, and that there had not been much at the time since 1975. x Suggested that each area municipality think about their ideas and their wants/needs with respect to this. x Noted that Paradigm will provide the criteria for road rationalization to TMPAC members. x A question was asked with respect to any potential change in road jurisdiction, wondering if there will be any engineering or design studies done. Traffic Count Data x Noted that traffic count data will be shared, and that TMPAC members are requested to share any relevant information they may have. 3. Next Meeting x It was noted by the TMPAC that there is a preference for face-to-face meetings. x The next meeting will occur in the spring prior to the PIC. o Will review draft PIC materials with the TMPAC. o Will review data and results that are available from ongoing work. 4. Actions Paradigm/Lura x Provide the criteria for road rationalization to TMPAC members. x Share traffic count data with TMPAC members. x Prepare the community engagement strategy. TMPAC Members x Share any relevant information/data they may have with Paradigm. x Think about ideas and wants/needs with respect road rationalization. Page 646 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 14 TMPAC Meeting 2 Page 647 of 816 Appendix A – List of Attendees Page 5 of 5 Name Affiliation Harold de Haan City of Woodstock Frank Gross Oxford County Jay Heaman Oxford County Gabrielle Bossy Oxford County Amelia Sloan Oxford County Kevin De Leebeeck Town of Tillsonburg Marty Lenaers Township of Norwich Aden Corcoran Township of Zorra Tom Lightfoot Township of East Zorra-Tavistock Melissa Abercrombie Oxford County Sandra Lawson Town of Ingersoll Rob Walton Oxford County Dadean Assam Oxford County Gary Crandall Township of Blandford-Blenheim Stew Elkins Paradigm Transportation Solutions Jill Juhlke Paradigm Transportation Solutions Jim Faught Lura Consulting James Knott Lura Consulting Page 648 of 816 Oxford County TransportationMaster Plan Advisory CommitteeMeeting 206 April 2017Page 649 of 816 AgendaXTMP StatusXExisting Conditions SummaryXPublic ConsultationXDiscussion ItemsPage 650 of 816 TMP StatusXExisting conditions analyzed and summarizedXFirst round of public consultation this monthXFocus group meeting in JuneXFuture conditions assessment by SeptemberPage 651 of 816 Existing Traffic Operations SummaryXAll intersections reviewed are operating at overall acceptable levels of service during AM and PM peak hoursXCounty road intersections have spare capacity to accommodate modest growth in trafficPage 652 of 816 Roads ChallengesXJourney to work–57% of work trips remain within Oxford County–22% of work trips enter Oxford County from surrounding municipalities/regions–21% of Oxford County residents travel to surrounding municipalities/regions for workXMode split–85% of trips are auto driverXCongestion/routing during detourPage 653 of 816 Roads ChallengesWork Trips Into Oxford CountyLEGEND0% - 9%10% - 19%20% - 29%30%+Page 654 of 816 Roads ChallengesWork Trips from Oxford CountyLEGEND0% - 9%10% - 19%20% - 29%30%+Page 655 of 816 Roads OpportunitiesXIncrease mode split–Car driver trips down to 65% (from current 85%)XProvide improved linkages to Highways 401 and 403XEnhanced signage of detour routesXImprove signal timing and phasing for optimal levels of serviceXFuture road improvement to enhance alternative modesPage 656 of 816 Road RationalizationXWill look at roads recommended in previous TMPXUpdate recommendations based on assessment of existing and future traffic analysesPage 657 of 816 Rail Crossings Assessmentfrom 2016 Road Needs StudyX23 level crossingsX10 grade-separated crossingsXAverage daily train crossing volume is 13XHighest daily train crossing volume is 59–CR 11 north of CR 9XLowest daily train crossing volume is 1–CR 53 north of Hwy 19Grade Separated CrossingLEGENDPage 658 of 816 Rail Crossings Assessmentfrom 2016 Road Needs StudyXThree crossings identified as in poor physical condition:–CR 29 (Oxford St) 0.97 km west of CR 3 (Wilmot St)–CR 37 (Potters Rd) 0.5 km north of CR 51 (Simcoe St)–CR 53 (Tillson Ave) 2.2 km north of Highway 19Page 659 of 816 Rail Crossing Assessmentfrom 2016 Road Needs StudyXSeven crossings identified as having a substandard crossing surface:–CR 3 north of CR 29–CR 29 west of CR 3–CR 4 south of CR 17–CR 6 north of CR 2–CR 37 north of CR 51–CR 19 east of Hwy 19–CR 27 west of Hwy 19Page 660 of 816 Rail Crossing Assessmentfrom 2016 Road Needs StudyXFive crossings require warning system upgrades in the “NOW” timeframe:–CR 19 east of Hwy 19 (lights and bells)–CR 29 west of CR 3 (addition of gates)–CR 4 south of CR 17 (addition of gates)–CR 59 south of Dundas St (grade separation)–CR 9 south of Dundas St (grade separation)Page 661 of 816 Rail Crossing ChallengesXSafety at level crossings, especially on roads with higher traffic volumesXMaintenance / upgrades of level crossingsPage 662 of 816 Rail OpportunitiesXMobility hub(s) XMaximize short line railway–Goods movement and transitPage 663 of 816 Existing Goods Movement SummaryXHigh truck volume on provincial highways running through the CountyXGood linkages to provincial highway systemXGood connections to other forms of goods movement both within the County and within neighbouring municipalitiesPage 664 of 816 Goods Movement ChallengesXAccommodation of larger farm equipment on County roadsXCondition of roadwaysXDetour routes – designed to support truck trafficPage 665 of 816 Goods Movement OpportunitiesXImproved connectivity to provincial highway system (Highways 401 and 403)XDowntown Woodstock by-passXIntermodal terminalPage 666 of 816 Alternative / Active Transportation SummaryXTraditional Fixed-route transit service only available in WoodstockXFlex-route service provided in TillsonburgXVia Rail operates one route with stations/stops in:–Woodstock–IngersollXInter-city connectivity and mobility is relatively non-existent except by autoXCounty Cycling Master Plan completed in 2014XCounty Trails Master Plan completed in 2014Page 667 of 816 Alternative / Active Transportation SummaryPage 668 of 816 Alternative / Active Transportation ChallengesXLimited inter-municipal connectivityXLimited higher-order/inter-regional transit serviceXRural nature and dispersion in population limit extent to which transit and rail service can be providedPage 669 of 816 Alternative / Active Transportation OpportunitiesXProvide EV charging in carpool and municipal lotsXIncrease trail networkXProvide inter-municipal transit servicesXVisible components of network/complete streetsXNetwork should be direct and connectedXIntegration with other modesXNetwork accessibilityXSustainable designXMobility hub(s)Page 670 of 816 Public ConsultationXFuture Oxford–Oxford Auditorium–April 20–9:00 am to 6:00 pmXPop-Up Consultation–Tillsonburg Community Centre–Wednesday, April 26–5:00 pm to 8:00 pmXOnline survey–Opens Monday, April 10–Closes in MayPage 671 of 816 Discussion ItemsDo you have any comments or questions stemming from the presentation?Page 672 of 816 Discussion ItemsIs there anything else you would like to discuss?Page 673 of 816 Thanks for your input!Page 674 of 816 Page 1 of 3 Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee - Meeting 2 Thursday, April 6, 2017 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm Oxford County Administration Building Meeting Summary 1. Opening Remarks and Presentation Mr. Stew Elkins of Paradigm Transportation Solutions welcomed Transportation Master Plan Advisory Committee (TMPAC) members and thanked them for attending the session. Mr. Elkins introduced the consulting team from Paradigm Transportation Solutions and Lura Consulting, and led a round of introductions.. Ms. Jill Juhlke of Paradigm Transportation Solutions reviewed the meeting agenda and explained that the purpose of the meeting was to provide an update on the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) status including the existing conditions summary and upcoming public consultation. A list of attending TMPAC members can be found in Appendix A. 2. Existing Conditions The following provides a summary of the questions and comments received during the existing conditions presentation. Responses to questions are noted with italics. x By detour do you mean the EDR Routes? (referring to slide 5 of the presentation) o Yes. x The dots on the map representing the three rail crossings identified as being in poor condition are not correct. (referring to slide 11 of the presentation) o We will review the data, revise the map, and recirculate the presentation. x The flex route in Tillsonburg has been continued for another year, and will be a budget discussion item for next year. Ministry funding has been received to continue to the pilot. Ridership has been increasing. (referring to slide 19 of the presentation) x The Cycling Master Plan is part of the existing TMP. That chapter was revised in 2012. (referring to slide 19 of the presentation) 3. Open Discussion Following the presentation, attendees were asked if they had any further questions or comments. The following provides a summary of the questions and comments received at this point. Comments are not necessarily presented in chronological order, and have instead been sorted into ‘theme areas’ where appropriate. Page 675 of 816 Page 2 of 3 Highway Interchanges x Brant County is doing an Environmental Assessment for an interchange at Highway 403 and Bishopsgate Road o This could result on more traffic on Trussler Road and more traffic on County Road 8. x There were previous discussions with the Region of Waterloo, Brant County, and Oxford County about an interchange at Highway 401 and Trussler Road. o Region of Waterloo talked to Economic Development Committee and felt nothing was warranted this at the time. Truck Routes x The Town of Ingersoll has been asked to explore the possibility removing truck traffic from residential streets. o Part of that is looking at a truck route around Ingersoll. The EDR is not well marked and traffic ends up downtown. o The Town is looking instead to pull traffic around the town if it is not going downtown. o The Roads in questions are County Roads (Harris Road, Ingersoll Road, King Street, Beachville Road, Thames Street, and Bell Street). Road Rationalization x What is the timing for road rationalization, and will it come to this group first? o We are hoping to have it finished by the Fall, and yes it will come to this group first. Autonomous Vehicles x There seems to be a movement towards automated vehicles. How does that impact the TMP? Is there anything that has to be done road-wise that we have to start thinking about now? o We have identified this under other considerations that will be explored. Survey Results x Will the survey results be summarized by our next meeting? o Yes, we will have results of the survey. 4. Next Meeting x The next meeting will occur in September prior to the next round of public consultation. Page 676 of 816 Appendix A – List of Attendees Page 3 of 3 Name Affiliation Harold de Haan City of Woodstock Frank Gross Oxford County Amelia Sloan Oxford County Adam Nyp Oxford County Meredith Maywood Oxford County Tourism Kevin De Leebeeck Town of Tillsonburg Aden Corcoran Township of Zorra Tom Lightfoot Township of East Zorra-Tavistock Melissa Abercrombie Oxford County Sandra Lawson Town of Ingersoll Sam Horton Oxford Cycling Advisory Committee Gary Crandall Township of Blandford-Blenheim Jim Borton Township of Blandford-Blenheim Bill Freeman Township of South-West Oxford Stew Elkins Paradigm Transportation Solutions Jill Juhlke Paradigm Transportation Solutions James Knott Lura Consulting Page 677 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 15 TMPAC Meeting 3 Page 678 of 816 Oxford CountyTransportation Master PlanAdvisory Committee Meeting 3October 25, 2018Page 679 of 816 Agenda•Review of TMP Summary Report• Including road rationalization•General Discussion•Final TMP Report TimelinePage 680 of 816 TMP Vision and Goals•Provide and support multi-modal choices for commuters:• Public transit• Passenger rail• Active transportation•Promote the foundation of an integrated passenger rail and intercommunity bus transportation system (SouthwestLynx) to:• Enhance connection of residents in small urban/rural SWO to each other, larger urban centres, work, social services and shopping, recreation and entertainment•Integrate County transportation facilities with services provided by Area Municipalities, adjacent municipalities and senior governmentPage 681 of 816 TMP Vision and Goals•Minimize conflict between through-traffic and local traffic by:• Refining the designation of local, county and provincial roads•Maintain and improve the functionality of the County transportation network by:• Maximizing the existing network and underutilized links• Identifying and making provision for necessary improvements over time•Support an integrated and effective goods movement strategy that:• Considers all forms of goods movement (surface, rail and agricultural)• Explores the potential for an intermodal terminalPage 682 of 816 Existing Conditions – Commuter Travel Patterns –Oxford County Residents (2016 Journey to Work Data)40%71% of residents are employed within the County29% of residents are employed outside the CountyMiddlesexPage 683 of 816 Existing Conditions – Inbound Commuter Travel Patterns (2016 Journey to Work data)Inbound Trip OriginsMiddlesex County, 34%Haldimand and Norfolk Counties, 18%Elgin & Brant Counties/ Waterloo, 36%Woodstock, 38%Ingersoll, 22%Tillsonburg, 20%Other five townships, 20%Inbound Trip DestinationsPage 684 of 816 Existing Conditions – Commuter Travel PatternsMode Share4,8058.5%86%7%7%Page 685 of 816 Strategic Objectives•Maximize the use of existing transportation infrastructure•Promote transportation demand management measures (carpooling, work-from-home)•Expand active transportation facilities (walking, cycling) •Enhance public transit, including the foundational development of an enhanced inter-regional transportation service (i.e. high-performance passenger commuter rail (within the existing railway corridors and intercommunity bus network)•County is targeting a 5% mode share reduction in peak hour single occupant vehicles over next 20 years to achieve these objectivesPage 686 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Active Transportation•Prepare a County-Wide Cycling Master Plan•Update Pedestrian Crossing Policy to align with OTM Book 15•Update active transportation policies in the OP to include:• Provision of wider asphalt platform with edge line on rural roads as part of regular resurfacing and incorporate cycling facilities as part of any urban road reconstruction• Facilitate trail development and implementation in accordance with Trails MP• Ensure that property for AT routes are included with land required for roads• Ensure all AT routes are designed based on principles of accessibility, connectivity, continuity, directness of route, safety, convenience and comfort• Support the development of a Complete Streets PolicyPage 687 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Transportation Demand Management•Develop and maintain a series of carpool lots along Hwy 401 & 403 corridors with MTO and private land owners. Unofficial lots that should be converted to official lots include:1. Hwy 401 & Oxford Rd 29 (IC 250)2. Hwy 401 at Towerline Rd (IC 236)3. Hwy 401 at Culloden Rd (IC 216)4. Quality Inn (580 Bruin Blvd)5. Oxford Rd 15 at Oxford Rd 55•Other suggested locations include:6. Sobey’s plaza (Tillsonburg)7. TA Truck Stop (Woodstock)7452136Page 688 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Transportation Demand Management•Encourage local businesses to offer telecommuting (working from home) option or off-peak shift times for employees•Encourage businesses to shift truck trips to off-peak times to reduce peak hour heavy vehicle tripsPage 689 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:People Movement – Public Transit•Support the development of an integrated public transportation system implementation plan for an Intercommunity Bus Network and an enhanced commuter rail service as identified within “Southwest Lynx”• Prioritize the re-establishment of Intercommunity Bus Network• Advocate federal agencies to examine potential for high-performance rail• Advocate for enhanced passenger rail service on north and south rail corridors• Integrate local transit and ensure adequate first mile/last mile optionsPage 690 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Corridor Management•Implement the Access Management Guidelines as included in the TMP•Develop a Traffic Calming Policy•Consider the potential implementation of automated speed enforcement•Maintain the Emergency Detour Routing/Truck Routes •Collaborate with municipal partners and stakeholders to develop a road safety vision/strategy•Continue to maintain a detailed database of all collisions in County•Create and maintain a database of infrastructure deficiencies and reviews Page 691 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Level of Service•Monitor the County road network to ensure adequate traffic control and levels of service are provided•Monitor the intersection of County Road 4 and County Road 17•Monitor the County Road 4 corridor from CR 5 to CR 17•Monitor the County Road 17 corridor from Oxford Road 59 to Oxford Road 4•Implement and optimize traffic control signals on all designated truck routes as per OTM Book 12Page 692 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Road Improvements•Routinely assess the need for additional capacity and changes in traffic control•Implement ongoing capital improvements •Complete Phase 3 and Phase 4 of the Class EA Study for Oxford Road 4 Corridor Master Plan•Review opportunities for illumination improvements at intersections•Participate in and support development of Secondary Plan and Servicing Strategy for Southeast Woodstock Study Area•Include road segments with substandard ROW widths in capital planPage 693 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:New Technologies•Support the implementation of a network of EV charging stations•Explore funding for the new EV stations through public, private or P3 funds•Support implementation of EV charging stations within carpool lots •Implement the autonomous vehicle network•Coordinate with lower-tier municipalities to integrate the County AV network to the local routes•Continue to work with Ontario Good Roads Association on the development of a larger AV road network serving SWOPage 694 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Road Rationalization•Monitor the County road network to ensure adequate jurisdiction•Consider the transfer of certain roads to the CountyPage 695 of 816 Opportunities and Recommended Actions:Road Rationalization•Consider the following segments for transfer to the respective Area Municipalities1. Oxford Road 22 north of Oxford Road 8 to Oxford Road 232. Oxford Road 23 east of Oxford Road 223. Oxford Road 25 west of Oxford Road 1194. Oxford Road 32 south of Oxford Road 375. Oxford Road 37 east of Oxford Road 596. Oxford Road 40 from Oxford Road 59 to Oxford Road 14123456Page 696 of 816 Page 697 of 816 Meeting Minutes County of Oxford Transportation Master Plan Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting #3 The following documents items discussed, summarizes decisions made and highlights actions arising from the meeting: 1.Review of TMP Summary Report XJ. Juhlke (JJ) presented the PowerPoint presentation outlining the County of Oxford Transportation Master Plan – Draft Summary and Recommendations report. XTransportation Demand Management (TDM) Measures - Carpool Lots & Active Transportation: xAt carpool lot locations that coincide with cycling routes, bike repair stations and bike lockers should be provided. xIt is important to look toward the future and install bike lockers at key carpool locations. County Road 19 at the 401 near Elmhurst, Sobeys at County Road 6. Drumbo Road is a key cycling route in the area. xFeedback was provided to MTO regarding the need for carpool lot connections to cycling routes. MTO asked about possible future connections to cycling facilities. xElectric Vehicle (EV) chargers should be provided on key transit network links. XTDM Measures – Telework and Work from Home: xQ: How do you promote businesses to provide a telework option or change in times? First start with County promoting via email and online sources. Detail incentives and benefits for the employees of the company. XPublic Transit: xD. Simpson (DS) clarified the County’s position on commuter rail in Oxford. The goal is high performance rail, where the existing north and south corridors are optimized, as high-speed rail would pass through the County without stops. 25 October 2018 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM 161190 County of Oxford Transportation Master Plan Meeting #3 TMPAC Location County of Oxford Room 129 Attendees David Simpson Frank Gross Amelia Sloan Teresa Fediw Jay Heaman Tom Lightfoot Bill Freeman Sam Horton Jim Borton Dan Locke Meagan Lichti Aden Corcoran Sandra Lawson Melissa Abercrombie Kevin DeLeebeeck Jill Juhlke Heather Goodman Distribution All Attendees Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited 5A-150 Pinebush Road Cambridge ON N1R 8J8 p: 905.381.2229 www.ptsl.com Page 698 of 816 2 – Meeting Minutes xDS indicated the County is advocating for increased commuter trail frequency and reliability at a reasonable cost. Optimizing the existing corridor will allow the County to see potential benefits much sooner. xDS noted the Environmental Assessment (EA) for high speed rail in Southwestern Ontario is still in the Terms of Reference (TOR) stage. The County wants the TOR expanded to look at possible improvements to the existing corridors. XNew Technology: xQ: Shouldn’t each carpool lot have EV charging stations? This is not included in the County’s plan, but the County has requested MTO include EV charging stations at all MTO carpool lots. XRoad Improvements: xCounty should look to upgrade roads where improvements are required to take pressure off key corridors, especially where trucks are concerned. XRoad Rationalization: xPossible section of Oxford 26 near Pilgrim Line should be studied for rationalization. Respective Area Municipality to discuss with the County. Action: County to recirculate roadway rationalization criteria to the Area Municipalities for review. Criteria is from the 2011 Oxford TMP. County will approach each Area Municipality separately to discuss road rationalization segments applicable to them. 2.General Discussion XQ: Was aggregate studied as part of the TMP? Not specifically; however, it would fall under the Goods Movement section of the TMP. XQ: To increase cycling safety, there are some County Roads that lend themselves to a reduced speed limit, for example Durham Line. This will be addressed as part of the Cycling Master Plan. XQ: What are the costs to taxpayers to run an inter- community bus? Were options such as subsidizing taxis explored? DS: Implementation of an inter-community bus is currently at a high-level concept. It is not clear what the Page 699 of 816 3 – Meeting Minutes business model will be going forward; however, the County will look at cost sharing with a private company or taxis to reduce costs. It is possible the County will consult with school boards as well. XOGRA has contacted municipalities to identify possible test roads for autonomous vehicles. XQ: Why is County Road 4 between County Road 2 and County Road 33 not included in the County’s AV network? F. Gross (FG): The County tried to avoid school areas, while including a mix of roadways in all Area Municipalities. XWhere there are speed concerns, the County should look at a more proactive approach and implement mitigation measures such as speed message signs and automated speed enforcement. The County needs to set criteria for what is considered a “problem” that needs to be mitigated. 3.Final TMP Report Timeline XCounty is targeting Q1 for Council review of the TMP. XTMPAC will have four (4) weeks to review the summary report and road rationalization sections and provide comments. All comments should be directed to FG. During this time, the County will have one-on-one conversations with the Area Municipalities regarding road rationalization. XTMPAC will reconvene after final draft is circulated. This will be either an in-person meeting or online forum to gather comments. Action: Paradigm to prepare meeting minutes. Area Municipalities to provide summary report comments to FG. Page 700 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 16 2019 Budget Survey Results to Inform TMP Page 701 of 816 2019 Budget Survey Responses Context Question 1: Where do you live? Answer Options Response Percent Response Count Township of Blandford-Blenheim 3.0% 85 Township of East Zorra-Tavistock 6.4% 57 Town of Ingersoll 12.6% 91 Township of Norwich 4.5% 27 Towship of South-West Oxford 15.4% 74 Town of Tillsonburg 13.9% 100 City of Woodstock 36.2% 175 Township of Zorra 7.9% 46 655 0 answered question skipped question The following are the responses received from the 2019 Budget Survey from June 18 to August 31, 2018. The survey was intended to see how residents wanted to see their tax dollars spent as well as identify which services are the most important. County-specific questions 1 to 7, respondents were asked to indicate how the County should set its service levels for the 2019 budget. Township of Blandford-Blenheim Township of East Zorra-Tavistock Town of Ingersoll Township of Norwich Towship of South-West Oxford Town of Tillsonburg City of Woodstock Township of Zorra 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% Page 702 of 816 Answer Options Response Percent Response Count Enhanced 11.6% 61 Maintained 72.3% 379 Reduced 11.5% 60 Don't Know 3.4% 18 Does not matter 1.10%6 524 131 answered question skipped question County Question 1: County Roads & Bridges Your County share of municipal taxes is used to maintain roads and bridges on Oxford’s major roads and highways. This funding covers construction and maintenance work, signage, traffic signals, snowplowing and road safety programs. This year, the average homeowner will pay $310 in County taxes to support roads and bridges. Should this investment be: Enhanced 11.6% Maintained 72.3% Reduced 11.5% Don't Know 3.4%Does not matter 1.10% Page 703 of 816 County Question 1: County Roads & Bridges Questions Enhanced County roads in municipalities should be 5 lanes Enhance - road repaving especially rd 92 and line 25 south Get new paving company. It makes the roads worse when they pave only parts of then. Pretty ridiculous city has let this slide with budget outline above. Drive down Devonshire or Wellington - a sure way to break a bearing! Half the roads were poorly plowed between Tillsonburg and Woodstock this past winter, especially #19 I had difficulty driving my elderly mother to Ingersoll and Woodstock hospital's for various procedures. Hoffester Rd. Needs to be redone. I don't think enough money is used to build & maintain sidewalks. People and pets don't get enough exercise. Having only some roads paved means most traffic is routed onto a few roads and not evenly spread across the township. Whenever there is a road closure, even more traffic is routed onto the existing paved roads instead of being shared across the gravel surfaced roads, which most people avoid. A roadwork contractor told me more maintenance is required for gravel grading than paved roads need. I feel I live on a have not street when it comes to snow plowing. The snow does not stop falling on weekends. I could not get out of our subdivision for Christmas this year. A year or two ago I had Christmas with my family in mid January because we could not get out of our area. This year I kept track of plowing. To plow a street on Thursday when a storm is predicted and expect that job to do the job until Monday night does not work. I live in Oxford county, my property is 1 km from the Brant county line. Brant roads are plowed hours before Oxford. Why is that? If only 55% of bridges are good then more monies needs to be spend to bring this up to 80 or 85%. Also if Oxford is so concerned with Net Zero and the enviroment then salt has to cut back and a more enviromentally and structure frendly ice melter must be introduced. Yes it will cost more but the infrustruce and enviroment will be saved. Increased snow plowing on Highway 19 specifically - both between Tillsonburg/Ingersoll and Ingersoll/Thamesford. Both are hazardous in the winter. Is there a cost effective, environmentally friendly product to use instead of road salt? Make roads more bike friendly with wide shoulders. My only request is to better plan out road closures with the City of Woodstock so that we don t have so many access points to the 401 & 403 under construction at the same time. Its made traffic detours and traffic in general a nightmare in the city this year. Really?!? Then fix the bridges...currently 3 are closed in my area...hard to get around. Roads are awful Several of our township roads and bridges have been closed for some time. Our higher levels of government, including the County, need to help the township address this critical part of our infrastructure as THE number one priority. Shame on you that you have not done so already. The roads in the county constantly have dangerous pot holes during the winter that the county fails to maintain properly. Maintained More salt, rather than sand, needs to be used when temperatures are closer to zero. Page 704 of 816 County Question 1: County Roads & Bridges Questions 15900 tonnes of salt?! Just for safety so people won't sue the county. Thats what this is about. Where is all that salt ending up. This can not be good for the farms or fish ( and I'm no tree hugger!) Nothing grows in the Dead Sea because of the salt. People will have to learn how to drive according to the conditions. Save money on salt for everyone's good Considering the private sector job's being offered and reduction in wages for those jobs thsi can be controlled . County roads are maintained very well, especially for snow clearing. Definitely need to keep our bridges and culverts in good repair. Gravel Pits should be paying more for the destroyed Roads their too frequent dump trucks are responsible for. How about sending snowplows down Culloden Road before 8 am? I have often seen plows out with their blades down with little or no snow on the roads. Why is this? Are they just trying to blow their department budget to get more next year, or do they just want extra shifts? Lets stop the waste please. I think residents should be re I understand needing to support road and bridge repairs, I would encourage the County to look at possibility of less disruption by doing road work in evenings. A lot of main roads this year were closed at the same time making travel from one side of the other of Woodstock impossible. I use the roads. If in shortfall we need to continue to close the gap Is there an alternative to sand that is less harmful to the environment? Would the application of more sand to salt or only sand be feasible and safe? Are we postponing bridge and culvert repairs at our future peril? Maintaining infrastructure is important...just make sure it's done efficiently and competitively. Perry St in Woodstock has sorely needed re-paving from Main St to Simcie St for the 6 years that we ve lived in Woodstock. roads and bridges kept in good shape! Roads are very good, thanks Superior to Blandford Blenheim Township. That would depend, I m in favour of road and infrastructure improvement. However, we had a street sweeper come down Lakeview drive on August 28. In the middle of summer with little to know dirt this is a slap in the face of a tax payer. This wasteful spending needs to stop. the planning of the summer roadwork does not seem to be very good. you can't go anywhere without running into roads blocked off with no one working on them. This seems high..... Were Oxford county residents consulted about the number of round abouts that have been built? I don't see the advantage to these, other than creating a stress by not being able to see down the road to oncoming traffic! With all the new homes and streets we definitely need to at least maintain the budget Within the County there does seem to be an inclination to "repair" roads that in are in good condition. There may be a "sequenced" process, but surely if the road is not broken, don't fix it ! Seems a "spend it or lose it" mentality -- not attractive to taxpayers. Reduced Bunch of lazy workers. Concern: union wages! consider contracting out Do not want any increase in taxes. We are already paying way to much Page 705 of 816 County Question 1: County Roads & Bridges Questions If all road are in good condition... reduce fund for other projects. it should be reduced since if every home owner pays $310 and there is roughly 40,000 people in the town that's equal to $12400000! I only make $16,000 a year myself and there needs to be a way to make the amount of taxes reflect the incomes and areas appropriately....plus where I live barely ever gets plowed in the winter and none of the sidewalks get cleared, we have no berm for the kids to safely walk on either...so for all the taxes we pay, we should have cleared and safe walkways, not to mention the roads don't have stop signs on them or school cross walks, etc.....our area is not well taken care of yet we pay the same in taxes as new subdivisions and huge model homes.... Plowing and salting are safety matters. Often roads are re-done that maybe could wait a few more years, so in order to save tax payer dollars, we would like to see this budget reduced. seems high for every household in Oxford County to be paying. Time to look at salaries? Stop the division between Oxford and norfolk county. Oxford county is a greedy money pit Taxation is theft. Private companies could do a better job of maintaining roads at a cheaper price. Muh Roads!!! The county uses too much salt on the roads. why can't the lower tiers look after the roads?? Am I paying to maintain roads out side the city of Woodstock Don't Know Aggregate pits and the affect these heavy trucks have on our roads needs to be addressed. Perhaps tolls on trucks or something . Don't know much about this but I heard in some of the western provinces they put down sand instead of salt. Not sure how safe that is but maybe it's better for the environment? Having trouble believing it costs SO much to maintain bridges. What is the issue here? Does the county have the most expensive engineering firm doing the work? I am not sure if this is reasonable- I would like to know what a town of similar size compares at I need to know how these taxes compare to other municipalities of the same size. They should be more cost effective. Just like they put up 10 no dumping sign along pitcock road and then took down 8 of them in less than 3 month waste of money poor management I understand why they took the 8 number down very distracting for drivers. This is just one example where they would think properly before they commit this is misuse of fun and I expect that they will excuse themself that it is a learning curve. To me it is waste of tax payer money. They should be a professional enough not to make this mistake Page 706 of 816 Answer Options Response Percent Response Count Enhanced 13.3%66 Maintained 63.1%313 Reduced 18.5%92 Don't Know 4.0%20 Does not matter 1.0%5 496 159 County Question 6: Planning answered question skipped question Community Planning oversees how we use land in Oxford County, including neighbourhood design, planning for commercial industrial growth, and protecting and enhancing the natural environment. This year, the average homeowner will pay $25 in County taxes to support Community Planning. Should this investment be: Enhanced 13.3% Maintained 63.1% Reduced 18.5% Don't Know 4.0%Does not matter 1.0% Page 707 of 816 County Question 6: Planning Questions Enhanced 420 planning applications in roughly 200 working days = just over 2 per day. Seems pretty inefficient. A community is really enhanced by it's natural spaces. Very thankful to live in Woodstock where there is an abundance of well designed and well maintained parks and green spaces. Bike trails that connect the townships/cities Can urban forests be improved under the woodlands conservation guidelines? Can permeable surfaces instead of hard surfaces for low traffic lanes, parking lots, driveways be an encouraged, even incentivized alternative? Can more done to plan for intensification rather and "urban" sprawl by the existing communities? Environmental cleanups, Great staff, knowledgeable and helpful. Fees help to offset the cost of this service; however it may need to increase as we continue to plan the future of Oxford County development. I think they can be more receptive to community needs and to be proactive in supporting alternative housing methods and principles I would like to see increased cycling infrastructure. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. This should be one of the most important departments in the county. More trees in new building areas Much more attention should be made to making the communities welcoming and green. More Parks, trails incorporated through the communities would be nice. Woodstock has a not so nice appearance to it. This should be addressed. Need more retail. People leave the county every weekend as there is not sufficient shopping choices. Disgraceful. No dump NEED to protect the Bush lots from Housing developers , that bush lot near Havelock that city protected , and County overruled , should of stayed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ,,,, need to plant more road side trees to replace the ones cut down ... if this Go Green crap is going to work then TREES are the best CO2 eaters out there ...use them , protect them , plant them NO DUMP! NO high speed rail! Only if it turns into environmental and water friendly planning. Too often have I seen our green spaces and parks "developed" Planning needs to include how to accommodate long term care needs in the rapidly approaching future. See comments above re derelict machinery, metal etc. the downtown core of Tillsonburg desperately needs a makeover There needs to be more respect for the environment and for the "Places to Grow" act to blunt more loss of valuable farmland. There will be a need to annex more land into the city to meet the demand for residential to meet future growth We need as much industrial, commercial and housing growth as possible to build our population base. We should be focusing on saving the green spaces and mature trees available in the area. Contractors should have to sign an agreement that they will not cut mature trees and just build around them. We should also stop building in flood plains and plant more drought hardy native species in the county green spaces to cut on water usage. Page 708 of 816 County Question 6: Planning Questions Maintained Biking and walking safety should be a priority! government is too top heavy. Do what you need to by law Hoping all potential costs associated with a rapid increase in development (water/sewer, roads, etc...) is accounted for in development fees. How about protecting the farmlands Increase requirements by developers to include community gathering and recreation spaces such as parks with robust playground equipment and bike paths. More common sense. Less paid advisers. Planning is an essential. without it, our future runs wild, usually to our detriment. Please stop paving our farmlands. If you must build, build upwards. SAVE more woodlots , matures trees ...developers can build around them ... just a shame to see them cut down ,,, eg Havelock Corners , Innerkip ..... these trees are NOT being replaced !!!!! even road side trees are not being replaced This county is beautiful and appears well planned so let's keep it going. This probably does not fit under the umbrella of planning, but people who have open pit fires within the city should NOT be permitted to do so. It affects the entire neighbourhood and others are forced to close their windows to keep the smell out. As someone with an intense sensitivity to smoke, this is a huge problem. When people act without consideration for their neighbors by having these fires (or setting off fireworks whenever they choose) it is an unacceptable situation. They do not pay higher taxes and shouldn t either for the privilege of their self indulgence. Reduced The only visble 'planning' is the rampant destruction of old growth trees, with no provision for replacement. Blan/Blen cuts down a minimum 200 old trees annually . There is NO reforestation program. To add insult to injury to the taxpayer, Blan/Blen does NOT tender this work ; it has loyally gone to an OUTSIDE business, year after year. Tax paying Tree companies within the township are not included as a service source. An added expense to the taxpayer is, that the current (outside) tree service leaves the large trunks from old growth trees in the ditches, for the township, or, residents to clean up - this extra cost of not doing a complete job, is not truly reflected or added in to the actual cost the townships' elimination-of-trees program. Abolish this county program and allow private property owners to use their land however the wish to do. All the money spent on this in the past was clearly a waste did not help when new owners next door stole my land and did illegal projects Given the amount of property taxes the county receives from allowing new buildings to be put up, one would think there should be almost no user fee for applications. It seems to me that we do not do a vey good job with attracting new business. Why should we even have the $25. It looks to me as if we are only interested in large businesses. More emphasis should be placed on small business. Keep Ingersoll a small town. I don't see/understand the need to grow .. let the lower tiers do their own planning. too many cooks in the kitchen More should be paid by the developers. Fees are set way too low No statistics are provided on how much all this costs, but here is one area where potential savings could be made and those savings diverted to other more pressing issues. Not seeing much development so it seems like a waste of money. Page 709 of 816 County Question 6: Planning Questions Planning could be accountable at a fee based level, similar to building departments. Planning should not cost this much. Pretty much the worst planning department I've ever dealt with. Needs to keep the wants of the community in mind. Very authoritarian. Stop building in good farm land, build more apartment /condo type housing Terrible job of it done anyway so might as well let me keep my money. The fees collected with applications should cover expenses The hell they should let the developers pay for it there is more to this county then woodstock This service should be self funded through application fees., very wasteful and would not be missed if heavily reduced Waste of time and money. Community input doesnt cut it. Minds already made up You should focus on population control and halt urban sprawl. Infinite growth is not sustainable, It's just down right retarded. Don't Know I feel this is very important but have no idea if enough resources are allocated Page 710 of 816 Answer Options 12345678None Electric vehicle infrastructure (e.g., charging stations)23 22 16 27 36 48 60 126 60 Low-carbon, alternative fuel municipal vehicles (e.g., electric cars, hybrid ambulances, compressed natural gas snow plows) 25 45 45 30 51 56 77 40 49 Use of waste technologies to divert 90% of material from landfill 10382824436271011 23 A "Zero Poverty" strategy to improve health and wellbeing for all residents 67 44 40 61 53 35 34 46 38 100% Renewable energy initiatives (e.g., achieving net-zero energy use at the new Waste Management Facility building through use of solar energy, the Solar Oxford Challenge) 23 39 47 75 93 55 33 27 26 Advocating for a regional transportation 34 50 39 46 49 71 52 49 28 Community wellbeing initiatives that target ways to improve our residents' satisfaction with education opportunities, job satisfaction, health, community involvement, the environment, and more 52 66 66 48 32 40 76 28 10 Pursuing federal and provincial government funding to support our sustainability initiatives 88 47 56 52 37 36 24 61 17 418 237 County Question 8: Sustainability Oxford County is working towards some of the goals in the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan. This includes meeting targets for renewable energy, zero waste, green vehicles, job attraction, community wellbeing and more. This year, the average homeowner will pay $8 in County taxes to support the administration of the County’s sustainability efforts, as well as Future Oxford. How should the County set its priorities (Rank in order of importance, with "1" showing greatest importance): answered question skipped question Page 711 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability High Low 12345678None Electric vehicle infrastructure (e.g., charging stations) Low-carbon, alternative fuel municipal vehicles (e.g., electric cars, hybrid ambulances, compressed natural gas snow plows) Use of waste technologies to divert 90% of material from landfill A "Zero Poverty" strategy to improve health and wellbeing for all residents 100% Renewable energy initiatives (e.g., achieving net-zero energy use at the new Waste Management Facility building through use of solar energy, the Solar Oxford Challenge) Advocating for a regional transportation strategy that improves our economic outlook (e.g., better rail and inter-community bus service) Community wellbeing initiatives that target ways to improve our residents' satisfaction with education opportunities, job satisfaction, health, community involvement, the environment, and more Pursuing federal and provincial government funding to support our sustainability initiatives 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Page 712 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability Questions Other Comments I find it strange that this is the budget funding some of the social aspects of the Sustainability Strategy... Zero Poverty and Community Well being. I understand this component to be more about advocacy and knowledge sharing but hope there are other ways to support the very importation social aspects of what Oxford is trying to do. A challenge to put any of these low on the priority scale. Many of them are interwoven, and of significant priority in my opinion. A complete waste of $8 per property. This should be scrapped and sent to the recycling facility in order to reduce government waste. a zero poverty focused on children would rate much higher for me A zero poverty strategy is a priority but I feel unrealistic in any municipality. Before, you start throwing money at that, all people involved should have a clear vision of what will be accomplished before forging ahead. Adding a Zero Poverty Strategy on top of the Zero Waste strategy is stretching goals/dollars/priorities too far, concentrate on energy first then move on to poverty. All of these are important - I would be happy to pay higher taxes to see these thinks in action. all of these are really non-starters for my family - you should always be persuing govt money All students graduating from high school should have the opportunity to further education by affordable public transportation to a nearby college and or university. Although students now have dental coverage, but many "older" students have slipped through the cracks. I have never seen so many young people with damaged teeth! You expect that in a third world country but not Canada. Coverage needs to extended to 30 yr old if they have not yet attended college or university. Yard waste needs to be collected bi-monthly at a minimum. It is not sanitary to have this waste in cars and none of us can afford an extra vehicle for transporting this waste. Some neighbours are finding unacceptable means of disposal because of the lack of service. better explanation needed for initiatives, prefer not to spend anything at all; i guess end goal is to save in the future by spending now? cannot complete the above due to a program problem Cannot provide input as questions will not accept chosen answers/numbers Congrats! Congratulations to Oxford and keep it moving! Current provincial gov't directives are discouraging re "Green Initiatives" but keep trying. Home/property owners are "on the ground" willing to consider sensible ideas/concepts. don't confuse this ranking as support for any of these. I would rank all these initiatives as lower than all other county priorities. Just because some staff want to get awards from peer organizations is not justification for using our taxes to do things that regular homeowners can't afford or justify. Don't know if above app worked as kept putting in a number and then it became deleted. Educate the public on what we can do to contribute to a more sustainable earth Efficiency in planning is required. With modern technology available taxes should be reduced not increased. Page 713 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability Questions Electric vehicles and charging stations make no sense in cold climate regions such as Oxford. The taxpayer should not be forced act as early adopters to subsidize new technologies that remain unproven from an economic and environmental standpoint. It is all too easy to jump on the EV bandwagon if one listens only to the advocates who are often too caught up in their own agenda to offer an objective point of view. ( ) Let the market decide if this technology is viable and if so, then the private sector will build the infrastructure to support it. Thanks for this opportunity to speak on an issue that I believe many taxpayers find annoying due to the fact it supports such small but yet privileged minority of the population. Enhancing residents' capabilities to move about can ease and enhance commerce, so some social problems can be reduced. Sustainability should be our key cornerstone. In the sustainability realm priorities should be followed that will move us forward into the future more quickly. Improving transportation as a key priority benefits the entire community, and a fairer way to share advantages. Forward thinking and preparing to offset future costs. Give up on Ford he isn't going to help with anything that will move sustainability forward. I am proud of the direction that this county has taken through the Future Oxford plan. I would support investing more in moving any of the items forward, because this is an investment in our collective future, something my children, grandchildren and great grandchildren will benefit from. Long term investments are needed, and politicians need to be fearless in investing in the future of the community. I am still unable to understand how our economic outlook would be improved by passenger rail and inter-community bus service. Communication is primarily electronic and moving people is a concept that was dying 10 years ago. Improve movement of goods, increase entrepreneurial opportunities, develop education initiatives, sponsor agricultural innovation and encourage industry. I do agree that cars and trucks need to be at least fuel efficient, not sure that they need to be electric. I don’t think that this initiative should even be on the budget table right now. Hold the line on this and fix the roads and infrastructure first. I have not bought into the whole green thing. Too many concerns about this. Seems like a progressive tax grab strategy. I think that these goals are very important. This question is in a different format than the ones before, but if I had been asked I would have said that this service should be enhanced. The federal and provincial governments are not doing enough to address sustainability, so doing as much as possible locally is crucial. I think too much money is being spent on hard service solutions to climate change. Look at green alternatives such as use of bioswales, permeable parking surfaces, anything to hold back excessive storm water without having the huge expense of larger and larger pipes to control the regular 100 year storms. There is a poor forestry program; maintenance by tree breakdown and why doesn't Tillsonburg require tree planting as a part of the developer responsibilities? There are many benefits to homeowners, but I suppose the Town doesn't want tree pruning responsibilities as an added cost. Shame on you all. I think too much time, energy and money is being spent on the renewable energy/ zero waste. While it is a nice idea and important I think we have much more pressing issues like poverty, lack of affordable housing, an open community that makes everyone feel welcome and included, keeping our most vulnerable citizens healthy. Page 714 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability Questions I would like to see more household/ individual level programs to help residents move to sustainable energy. I want solar panels on my roof but cannot afford it, and would love an electric vehicle but it's currently out of my price range. I would likely wait until the new Ontario Government is no longer in power. I am sure there were hundreds of grants that are no longer available. Might be a project to hold for the next 4 years. However I agree with green energy. I wouldn't expect to see any Provincial funding. If I could, I'd answer 8 to most of the above questions, but the program won't allow that. We are committing to 100% renewable energy, zero wasted and zero poverty...at what cost to taxpayers!!!!!!!!!!!! Why not let another municipality lead in this initiative and let them make the costly mistakes instead of us. If you want zero waste. Then sopport garberstors. Help home owners with the purchase or install cost Ingersoll needs a new arena. Get it done It was very hard to rank these. I think they are all good ideas. Diverting waste from landfill is really important. Knowledge is power, informing community is the best way to reach zero waste in the County. Information for older generations set in their ways and for students in schools as well. A reach out to local business would be ideal, holding them accountable for the waste they produce and pass onto us as the consumers. This is were it all starts. Making package free alternative buying in Oxford easier to obtain and information to us residents would be helpful. Better farmer's markets, and produce, bulk stores. Cloth diapering services and curb side compost pickup. More info on water waste/pollution/recycling for public as well. Additional information on how to reduce waste in our own homes and become a more conscious consumer. Feel free to contact me at @hotmail.com for additional comments. Maybe this is not high priority in the township yet. Maybe reduce the speed limits in the subdivision and safe walking for kids My question to the Zero Poverty question is whether or not this speaks to those people on Welfare, it is commonly known that people who seek not to go to work can easily get on Welfare in Woodstock so they move from other cities and end up living there. Need to ignore the 2018 provincial government as they have no worth while sustainable ideas. Pursue the like minded interest of the current federal government. Public ownership of environmental initiatives No high speed rail! Compost program! No charging stations around in country, tax incentives cancelled, electric cars don't help many here. No busing, when my mother can't drive anymore she will be totally dependant on us. No more bag tags! NO to high speed rail None of these are important. Do none None of these holds any importance to us, whatsoever. I would rate them all as "8" if I could. Pursuing money from the federal and provincial governments is still pursuing money from the taxpayers - us. none of this should be pursued. Mayberry is pushing his own beliefs and agenda and it is costing the county money! Stick to governing. Each citizen should be responsible for their own commitment to the environment. Not pushed by municipality ok survey is fixed ,,, I clicked the top 2 questions a 10 .. they disappear bottoms ones don't work !!!! Page 715 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability Questions ok the numbers are NOT staying as I have clicked .... so all are a 7 NO high speed rail , cutting through VALUABLE Farmland !!!!!!!!!!!!! there are not enough electric vehicles on the road in Woodstock , there to costly , range is nOT long enough ... as for Zero Poverty ??? our taxes pay for that , many can and should be working ... work for welfare !!!!!!!! Farmers need workers , Factories , but people are Lazy ... revamp the system , to get them working !!!!!! Ok. This one is hard. There are so many things that we need to do. Fighting poverty and helping people with their job searches, health is important. But so is getting all the funding available to us to run these programs. Zero Waste is right up there too. Improving our transportation would be awesome. I would love to see a bus run between Ingersoll and Woodstock throughout the day. I would use it to get to work and home if it ran at a time I could make use of it. Our annual $8 contribution for to drive his electric car! Panel on charging stations in Ingersoll across from City Hall say not in service. Please stop pushing for zero waste / 100% renewable energy alternatives that are not proven and continue to cost taxpayers more than necessary. There are already solutions that can divert 80% waste by processing organics without taxpayers bearing the cost burden. Please work with private enterprise to utilize existing, proven, cost efficient solutions waste and energy issues! Question is a pain to answer on a phone. Requiring outside funding in itself is not sustainable. Focus should be on revenue neutral initiatives that charge what they cost... i.e., charging stations should be metered at a reasonable rate... That being said, all funding opportunities should be looked into, but depending on them is not good for long-term viability. Great for initial capital investment, but projects should be able to be maintained, life-cycled and replaced/shut down on self-funded or revenue generating models. Say No to high speed rail Since I do not believe in "green" for "green's sake" or spending substantially more for so-called "green" iniatives, none of these "enviromental" sounding projects are really a priority for me. When it comes to health and well-being programs, I would like to see more offered in Thamesford. It seeems that most county programs are aimed primarily at Woodstock! Solar is the only viable strategy Tax dollars should not be used to promote one technology over another. If there is an economic case to be made for electric vehicles and charging stations, private industry will provide those products and services. While I am in favour of improving the health and wellbeing of all residents, the term "Zero Poverty" is a political catch phase. Poverty is a relative term. A person who lives on a poverty level income in Oxford would be considered rich in many countries of the world. There will always be people who live in "poverty". Thank you for allowing input. We hope it is reviewed and taken into account. Overall, it is expensive to live in rural Oxford County. Please make all possible budget cuts to see REDUCTION in 2019 taxes, as opposed to the several years of increase we have seen. The county is already pretty bike friendly, but if there could be separated bike lanes, it would be safer for all the county should improve the quality of the roads that are in need of repair The dump is such an abomination of our planet. Putting solar panels there thinking that makes it okay is like putting a Bandaid on the RMS Titanic Page 716 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability Questions The only initiative I feel is of value is the development of Community wellbeing and increasing educational opportunities in the community. Just having a satellite Fanshawe Campus with limited programming is not adequate for the size of the community, and to encourage our young people to pursue a viable career in Oxford. the sustainability plan is just about waste on a very high level, all of it on a very high level, i dont see the impact in my community The town mall only recycles cardboard. All recyclables are placed in garbage. I believe better sorting should take place. Additionally, I would like to make recycling more accessible to consumers. Some people put recycling into bags which is currently unacceptable. Additionally, they sometimes don't bundle cardboard correctly Additionally, I would like to host and manage an electronics waste handling service. I would repair and resell or donate repaired electronics to non profits and agencies who require them. Additionally, this would reduce the amount of reusable electronics from being scrapped Additionally, I would send scrap resources from electronics to a secondary place for treatment if they cannot be repaired. Scrap metal, plastic and other resources would be recovered. Revenue will be directed to charity and into the government There are only two worth while efforts. The rest is a waste of long term money. there should be initiatives or grants to homeowners for installing voltaic cells to help lower costs of hydro and help during power outages. These initiatives are incredibly important, but there has been a lack of community engagement at the grass roots level. To ensure continued support of these initiatives, everyone must be educated about sustainability at home first. This is a wasteful political move by the Fat Cats at the County who want to get the names into the news. Serve the people, not your unjustified egos. This is the biggest waste of tax payer dollars. Absolutely disgusting!!! It is one thing to start small with this initiative, however it seems to have gone off in such a bad direction, that the County has lost sight on what it actually does. The focus is entirely on this! Council all needs to be fired this year, and get back to the mandate of municpailities. I want to save our environment too, however this is too much, too quick. Transportation is so important, especially for the towns below the 401 Very limited, narrow-minded options Well being/satisfaction should be the onus of the individual and not the government. when you add electric stations, please only add one at each facility.....for now until electric cars before more affordable and popular. Ridiculous to have several when they are rarely in use. While it seems unlikely that the provincial government will support any sustainability initiative, they must be held to account. So all communications to do so need to be shared with our local MPP with a request for his advocacy for his constituents. This is low on the priority list only because it is not a goal in itself but a way to achieve goals. Whatever federal granting can assist us should be accessed. Will help with future management of infrastructure Wow I did not realize that we are moving towards ZERO POVERTY(!!!!!!!!!!) 100% renewable energy, or that we have a compressed natural gas snow plow and a hybrid electric ambulance!!!!!! Zero Poverty is a fantasy notion ZERO poverty really? Use methane produced ..heat cooling of buildings fuel for equipment Federal provincial funding = our tax dollars Page 717 of 816 County Question 8: Sustainability Questions Zero sounds nice on paper but is unrealistic. Unless you can stop the manufacturers at source from making WASTE you should not be punishing your own citizens with a fee or tax for an unrealistic outcome. There is no such thing as ZERO when it comes to garbage unless you can get your recycling people to take ALL the materials left over from packaging. Otherwise you are penalizing your good trying citizens with more TAX and my efforts to go get tags and I am disabled. Zero poverty - at who s expense? We are struggling now to keep our home and pay outrageous bills and more taxes on everything. Page 718 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 17 County Council Report Page 719 of 816 Oxford County | Transportation Master Plan – Appendix D: Consultation | 161190 | April 2019 Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited | Appendix D 18 Notice of Study Completion Page 720 of 816 Report Title Results for RFP 2019-006 Front End Loader Report No. OPS 19-28 Author Dan Locke, C.E.T., Manager of Public Works Meeting Type Council Meeting Council Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Page 1 / 3 RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report OPS 19-28 Results for RFP 2019-006 Front End Loader; AND THAT Council award RFP 2019-006 to Advance Construction Equipment Ltd. at a cost of $211,655.71 (net HST included), the highest scoring proposal received. SUMMARY Utilizing the adopted Fleet Replacement Strategy, Roads Unit #81, a 2004 924G Cat Loader was identified for replacement in the 2019 Operations Business Plan. In accordance with the Purchasing Policy a Request for Proposal (RFP) that incorporated specifications based on the required use of the unit was issued for the supply and delivery of the new Loader. The RFP was published on May 30th, 2019 at 9:00am and closed on May 23rd, 2019 at 2:00 pm with a total of eight (8) plan takers and five (5) proposals received. The RFP was advertised on the Tillsonburg website, the Tillsonburg News, Esolutions and on Biddingo. Town staff reviewed and scored the five (5) proposals based on the scoring tool that was included in the RFP. The scoring tool is as follows: Operational Assessment 30 pts Safety Features 25 pts Ease of Maintenance & Availability of Diagnostic Information 15 pts Price 30 pts Total Score 100 pts The pricing of all proposals received ranged from $211,655.71 to $245,241.60 (net HST included). The scoring results from the Evaluation Committee are summarized in the table below: Page 721 of 816 Page 2 / 3 Proponent Total Score Advance Construction Equipment Ltd. 97 Nortrax Canada Inc. 94 Toromont Cat 94 CG Equipment 90 Strongco Limited Partnership 81 The unit proposed by Advance Construction Equipment was the lowest priced bid received and was also the highest scoring proposal based on the specifications outlined in the RFP. The delivery time is stated to be 120 days from receipt of order, which will allow this unit to be placed into service before the 2019 winter season. It is therefore staff’s recommendation to award this RFP to Advance Construction Equipment Ltd. CONSULTATION/COMMUNICATION The Evaluation Committee comprised of the Manager of Public Works, Fleet Supervisor, Roads Supervisor, and Fleet Mechanic assembled to evaluate the proposals and assess the overall functionality of each of the proposed units. The submitted proposals were reviewed and evaluated based on operational assessment, safety features, ease of maintenance and diagnostic information, and price as outlined in the RFP document. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The 2019 approved budget to replace Roads Unit #81 is $255,000.00 from Taxation. The recommended Proponent’s price of $211,655.71 (net HST included) plus other Town associated costs of approximately $1,200 for decal expenses and two-way radio reinstallation is within the 2019 approved budget. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN This project supports Objective 2 – Economic Sustainability of the Community Strategic Plan by providing the necessary equipment to assist in maintaining the Town’s road network. Page 722 of 816 Page 3 / 3 Report Approval Details Document Title: OPS 19-28 Results for RFP 2019-006 Front End Loader.docx Attachments: Final Approval Date: Jun 3, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: Dave Rushton - May 31, 2019 - 3:20 PM David Calder - Jun 2, 2019 - 10:29 AM Donna Wilson - Jun 3, 2019 - 8:11 AM Page 723 of 816 = ATTENDANCE David Brandon, Dan Cameron, Jeff Dean, Valerie Durston, Deb Gilvesy, Geoffrey Lee, Jeffrey Miller, John Prno, Mark Renaud, Jeremy Stockmans Staff: Annette Murray, Dan Locke, Kevin De Leebeeck MEMBERS ABSENT/REGRETS Euclid Benoit 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 5:43 p.m. following a safety walkabout of the airport property by the committee members. Mark Renaud sat as the Chair and John Prno acted as Recording Secretary for the meeting. 2. Adoption of Agenda Resolution #1 Moved By: Deb Gilvesy Seconded By: Jeremy Stockmans THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Airport Advisory Committee meeting of May 23, 2019, be adopted with the addition of 1) Clarification of Pecuniary Interest; and 2) Discussion regarding issues from the safety walkabout. Carried 3. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof Chair Renaud led a discussion to clarify the issue of pecuniary interest. In summary, every committee member must declare any conflict with a financial interest that impacts the The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg TILLSONBURG AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE May 23, 2019 5:30 p.m. Tillsonburg Regional Airport Boardroom 244411 Airport Rd., South-West Oxford MINUTES Page 724 of 816 Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2019 - 2 - member either positively or negatively, and must not vote on the issue in question. This ensures that the business of the committee is conducted in a fair, open and transparent manner. If in doubt, declare… as a breach is potentially a criminal offence. In addition, no member of the committee shall advance the business of the committee outside of a formally constituted meeting. At the conclusion of the clarification, no issues or pecuniary interest were declared. 4. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting 4.1. Minutes of the Meeting of April 18, 2019. Resolution #2 Moved By: Deb Gilvesy Seconded By: Geoffrey Lee THAT the Minutes of the Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee Meeting of April 18, 2019, be approved. Carried 5. Delegations and Presentations None 6. General Business & Reports 6.1. Business Arising 6.1.1 Use of Federal Tax Fund one-time Top-Up Grant for Outstanding Projects Deb Gilvesy reported that Council did not approve the use of the one-time Top-Up to fund completion of the three Airport projects currently unfunded in the 2019 Budget. Deb is optimistic that another method of financing being presented at the next Council meeting, will be positively received. 6.2. Oxford County Transportation Master Plan Kevin De Leebeeck noted that the County Transportation Master Plan has now been published, and that the 500+ page document has been circulated to the committee members for information. The primary concern is that there is only one actual paragraph in the document dedicated to the Airport. Committee members were asked to provide comments Page 725 of 816 Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2019 - 3 - to Kevin by June 10th, that can be used in crafting a response that will more clearly show the benefits that the Tillsonburg Airport brings to local communities. 6.3. Follow up on Safety Walkabout During the walkabout that took place before today’s meeting, a number of issues that have been discussed previously, were visualized. These included: Vehicle traffic carrying gravel onto the taxiways Gate requirements and card lock issues related to Fire and Paramedic Services Drainage concerns Deteriorated apron and taxiway pavement around the Harvard hangars Need for signage to warn vehicles about restricted access Need for security cameras to enforce the restricted access Enlarging the apron to accommodate the heavy aircraft traffic already being realized Adjusting existing tie-downs to lessen parked aircraft from impeding taxiing aircraft The need for aircraft turnarounds at the ends of the runway Above-ground fuel tanks to prevent possible ground contamination in the event of leakage Dan Locke circulated a prototype of the sign proposed to address restricted vehicle access. A number of changes to the text were suggested and adopted. Resolution #3 Moved By: Jeremy Stockmans Seconded By: Deb Gilvesy THAT the Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee approve the design for the restricted vehicle access signage as modified. Carried Resolution #4 Moved By: Deb Gilvesy Seconded By: Jeremy Stockmans THAT the Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee adopt the following action plan regarding Airside Access: On an interim basis, use the two existing access points, i.e, Beside the Harvard Hangar (turning right only) for the Commercial side hangars, and beside the Terminal (turning left only) for the General Aviation side hangars. Page 726 of 816 Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2019 - 4 - On an interim basis, post the approved restricted vehicle access signs at each of the two entrances. Communicate with Airport tenants and the community regarding the changes to vehicle access. Staff to design and estimate the cost for vehicle access roads to both the Commercial and General Aviation sides for inclusion as 2020 Budget items. Carried 6.4. Work Order Management System Dan Locke reported that MESH, a work order management system is being implemented to monitor work order status. All operational requests including safety issues, are to be submitted to Annette Murray so that a work order can be initiated. Deb Gilvesy noted that before going to Transport Canada with safety issues, the process should be allowed an opportunity to action the concerns. Repeated concerns will be elevated to the Advisory Committee for review. 6.5. Infrastructure Locates Dan Locke reported that all of the infrastructure/utility locates are now complete and being transferred into digital format. The finished product will be presented to the Committee at a later date. 6.6. Tenant Meetings A short discussion ensued about the possibility of regular tenant meetings in an AGM or other format. A more fulsome discussion was deferred to the next meeting. 7. Correspondence None 8. Other Business Committee members were reminded of the Chamber of Commerce “After 5” event being held at the Harvard Hangar on Tuesday, May 28th. 9. Closed Session Page 727 of 816 Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, May 23, 2019 - 5 - None 10. Next Meeting The next meeting of the Airport Advisory Committee will be on June 20, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. 11. Adjournment Resolution #5 Moved By: Jeff Dean Seconded By: Jeremy Stockmans THAT the Airport Advisory Committee Meeting of May 23, 2019 be adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Page 728 of 816 The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg Accessibility Advisory Committee May 28, 2019 3:00 p.m. Annex Board Room, 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Present: Cindy Allen, Mike Cerna, Jeff Huber, Michael Kadey, Pete Luciani, Margaret McCrimmon, and Peter Staley. Absent Mark Dickson and Erin Getty. Also Present: Amelia Jaggard, Legislative Services Coordinator Emily Xuereb, Deputy Chief Building Official Kevin De Leebeeck, Director of Operations 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 3:01 p.m. 2. Adoption of Agenda Proposed Resolution #1 Moved by: Peter Staley Seconded by: Pete Luciani THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Accessibility Advisory Committee special meeting of May 28, 2019, be adopted. 3. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared. 4. General Business & Reports 4.1. Off-Street Municipal Parking Lot Accessible Spaces Kevin De Leebeeck, Director of Operations, presented the proposed additional accessible parking stalls in municipal parking lots. The previous Accessibility Advisory Committee provided input last year and recommended that the accessible parking spots on Broadway should be relocated from the end segments to the middle segments. There are currently five (5) accessible parking stalls on Broadway. The existing stalls are proposed to be moved to the middle segment and nine (9) additional stalls are to be installed. Page 729 of 816 Committee: Accessibility Advisory Committee Page - 2 - of 2 Date: May 28, 2019 Municipal parking lot 1A currently has three (3) accessible parking stalls; one (1) additional stall has been proposed. It was suggested that there should be some two (2) hour parking spaces in this lot. Municipal parking lot 6A currently has four (4) accessible parking stalls; four (4) additional stalls have been proposed. Staff are currently working on a solution to address the safety concern caused by vehicular and pedestrian congestion at the Harvey Street entrance of the Tillsonburg Town Centre in municipal parking lot 7A. The crosswalk outside of Canadian Tire in municipal parking lot 6A experiences similar vehicular and pedestrian congestion. Municipal parking lot 9A has two (2) accessible parking stalls; three (3) additional stalls have been proposed. It was suggested to consider adding a second curve cut beside the accessible parking spots on Harvey Street next to lot 9A. Staff noted that installing an additional curb cut would eliminate the barrier free access that currently exists in the location. Municipal parking lot 3B currently has no accessible parking stalls; it has been proposed to install four (4) stalls. There was consensus that two of the proposed stalls should be installed next to the building located at 29 Baldwin Street near the entrance off of Baldwin Street. Motion Moved by: Mike Cerna Seconded by: Margaret McCrimmon THAT the committee endorse the proposed additional accessible parking stalls with the recommended reconfiguration of parking lot 3B. Carried. 5. Next Meeting Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Corporate Office in Suite 203, 200 Broadway, Tillsonburg, ON. 6. Adjournment Proposed Resolution #3 Moved by: Margaret McCrimmon Seconded by: Peter Staley THAT the May 28, 2019 Accessibility Advisory Committee special meeting be adjourned at 4:18 p.m. Page 730 of 816 The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee May 29, 2019 7:00 p.m. Senior Auditorium, Community Centre, 45 Hardy Ave. MINUTES Present: Terry Smith, Rosemary Dean, Mike Cerna, Chris Rosehart, Joan Weston, Eugene Todd, Scott Vitias, Ken Patterson, Dace Zvanitajs, Don Baxter, Carrie Lewis, Kim Sage, Sharon Howard, Chris Parker Absent with Regrets: Mel Getty, Jane Ann McLean, Susie Wray, Also Present: Rick Cox, Margaret Puhr, Deb Gilvesy, Andrea Brown 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:55p.m. by 2. Adoption of Agenda Resolution #1 Moved by: Joan Weston Seconded by: Scott Vitias THAT the Agenda as revised for the joint Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee and Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee meeting of May 29, 2019, be adopted. Carried 3. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared. 4. General Business & Reports 4.1 Future of Aquatics in Tillsonburg – following site walk of water park area and tennis courts area. Resolution #2 Moved by: Dace Zvanitajs Seconded by: Terry Smith THAT the Memorial Park Revitalization and Recreation & Sports Advisory Committees recommend to Council that the future of indoor aquatics is critical and that they support continued work to determine the best options to have the aquatic facilities modernized through accessibility improvements, family change rooms, Page 731 of 816 Committee: Memorial Park Revitalization and Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee Page - 2 - of 2 Date: May 29, 2019 therapeutic and warm water. Carried. Resolution#3 Moved by Kim Sage Seconded by Mike Cerna That the Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee and Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee recommend to Council that the outdoor facilities (Lake Lisgar Water Park) be consolidated with the indoor aquatic facility adjacent to 45 Hardy Ave. in line with the proposed concept. Defeated. Resolution #4 Moved by Joan Weston Seconded by Chris Rosehart THAT the Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee and Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee recommend to Council that the Lake Lisgar Water Park facility be demolished and replaced by a splash pad facility. Carried. 4.2 Status of Hardball #1diamond Resolution #5 Moved by Chris Parker Seconded by Joan Weston That Memorial Park Revitalization Committee and Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee recommend to Council that the Memorial Park Master Plan be amended to have the Hardball Diamond #1 orientation be left the same and that user groups be consulted for improvements. Carried. 5. Adjournment Resolution #6 Moved by: Rosemary Dean Seconded by Kim Sage THAT the May 29, 2019 Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee meeting be adjourned at 8:38p.m. Carried Page 732 of 816 Page 733 of 816 Page 734 of 816 Page 735 of 816 Page 736 of 816 Page 737 of 816 Page 738 of 816 Report Title Board of Director Appointment Report No. THI SEC 19-02 – Appointment of Board of Directors Author Donna Wilson, Board Secretary Meeting Type Council Meeting Meeting Date June 13, 2019 Attachments Page 1 / 3 1531526901,,,THI SEC 19-02 Appointment of Board of Directors RECOMMENDATION THAT Council supports the appointment of ________________, ________________, __________________, __________________, _________________, _________________, as Directors for Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. until the 2019 Annual General Meeting; AND THAT ______________________, be appointed as the Shareholder Representative; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 25, 2019. PURPOSE This report is to provide the Shareholder with information regarding appointments for the Board of Directors of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. BACKGROUND One of the roles of the shareholder is to appoint Directors for the Tillsonburg Hydro Board during the Annual General Meeting each year. The advertisement for the Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. Annual Meeting of the Shareholders went in the Wednesday paper during the Month of May, 2019 and the formal Notice of the Shareholder Meeting once in May and then again on June 12, 2019. Three resumes were received for a Board of Director position to date. Council was provided the resumes received for their review and consideration. The recommendation from the Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. Board of Directors for appointments by the Shareholder at the Annual General Meeting of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. on June 25, 2019 is attached for your consideration. Page 739 of 816 Page 2 / 3 CAO Page 740 of 816 Page 3 / 3 CAO Report Approval Details Document Title: THI SEC 19-02 Appointment of Board of Directors.docx Attachments: Final Approval Date: May 31, 2019 This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below: David Calder - May 31, 2019 - 12:30 PM Page 741 of 816 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 4307 BEING A BY-LAW to authorize an agreement for the provision of medical tiered response between the County of Oxford and the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. WHEREAS the Town of Tillsonburg is desirous of entering into an agreement between the County of Oxford and the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg, to provide for the provision of medical tiered response by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to assist in the provision of Patient care in instances of potential life threatening medical conditions when requested by Oxford County Paramedic Services. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg enacts as follows: 1. THAT the agreement attached hereto as Schedule “A” forms part of this By-Law; 2. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be hereby authorized to execute the attached agreement marked as Schedule “A” on behalf of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; 3. AND THAT this By-Law shall come into full force and take effect after the final passing hereof. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. ________________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson Page 742 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Between Town of Tillsonburg (Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services) And County of Oxford (Oxford County Paramedic Services) Page 743 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 2 of 22 Table of Contents 1. PURPOSE 3 2. RECITALS 3 3. DEFINITIONS 3 4. INTERPRETATION 5 5. AGREEMENT 7 6. RESPONSE CRITERIA AND NOTIFICATION 7 7. TRAINING 8 8. CERTIFICATION AND RECERTIFICATION 9 9. QUALITY ASSURANCE 9 10. INFORMATION SHARING 10 11. SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT 11 12. RESEARCH 11 13. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION 11 14. TERM AND TERMINATION 13 15. GENERAL PROVISIONS 13 APPENDIX 1 – TIERED RESPONSE CRITERIA 18 APPENDIX 2 – QUALITY ASSURANCE 21 APPENDIX 3 – LIFT ASSIST GUIDELINE 22 Page 744 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 3 of 22 AGREEMENT Between Town of Tillsonburg (Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services) And County of Oxford (Oxford County Paramedic Services) 1. PURPOSE The purpose of this agreement is to provide for the provision of medical tiered response by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to assist in the provision of Patient care in instances of potential life threatening medical conditions when requested by Oxford County Paramedic Services. 2. RECITALS WHEREAS Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services provides Fire Service to the Town of Tillsonburg; AND WHEREAS Oxford County Paramedic Services provides Patient care to Patients in the Town of Tillsonburg; AND WHEREAS Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services wish to enter into an agreement for the provision of firefighter assistance in the provision of Patient care to and in accordance with the terms and conditions set out below. NOW THEREFORE in consideration of the respective covenants and agreements contained in this Agreement and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which the Parties acknowledge the Town of Tillsonburg and the County of Oxford hereby agree as follows: 3. DEFINITIONS In this Agreement, in addition to the terms defined above, the following terms shall, unless the context otherwise requires, have the respective meanings set out below: Page 745 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 4 of 22 a) “Agreement” means this agreement as the same may be amended or restated from time to time and includes all schedules and all uses of the words “hereto”, “herein”, “hereof”, ‘hereby” and “hereunder” and similar expressions refer to this Agreement and not to any particular section or portion of it. b) “Applicable Law” at any time and in respect of any Person, property, transaction or event, means all laws including statutes, regulations, treaties, judgments and decrees then applicable to that Person, property, transaction or event and, whether or not having the force of law, all applicable official directives, rules, consents, approvals, authorizations, guidelines, bulletins, orders and policies of any Governmental Authority then having or purporting to have authority over that Person, property, transaction or event. c) “Approved” means something that has been reviewed and/or sanctioned by the County of Oxford. d) “Business Day” means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday or any statutory or civic holiday observed in the County of Oxford. e) “Call” means a request for Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to provide emergency medical services. f) “Call Report” means a call report in paper or electronic form. g) “Cardiac Arrest” means a condition in which the heart has stopped or is too weak to pump effectively. h) “Case Review” means the review performed by Oxford County Paramedic Services when variances in Patient care provided by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services are identified by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and/or Oxford County Paramedic Services. i) “Controlled Act” has the meaning ascribed to it in the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991, (Ontario), S.O. 1991, c.18. j) “CPSO” means the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. k) “CPSO Policy” means the CPSO policy for the Delegation of Controlled Acts and Guidelines for teaching Controlled Acts under Section 28 of the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and under the Medicine Act 1991, S.O. 1991, c. 30. l) “Data” has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 9. m) “Designated Representative” is the designated representative of a Party as set out in Schedule A. Page 746 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 5 of 22 n) “Firefighter” is a person appointed by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services who is a firefighter, as such term is defined under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997, as may be amended from time to time. o) “Governmental Authority” means any domestic or foreign government including any federal, provincial, state, territorial or municipal government and any domestic or foreign government agency, board, commission, tribunal or other authority exercising executive, legislative, judicial, regulatory or administrative function of, or pertaining to, government. p) “Including” means “including without limitation” and shall not be construed to limit any general statement which it follows to the specific or similar or matters immediately following it. q) “Investigation” means the process of review arising from a concern regarding Patient care provided by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. r) “Paramedic” has the meaning ascribed to it under the Ambulance Act R.S.O. 1990, c. A.19. s) “Parties” means the Town of Tillsonburg and the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and the County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services, and “Party” means any one of them. t) “Patient” is any person who has suffered a medical emergency and receives medical attention, care, or treatment by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. u) “Person” shall be broadly interpreted and includes an individual, body corporate, partnership, joint venture, trust, association, unincorporated organization, the Crown, any Governmental Authority or any other entity recognized by law. v) “Personal Health Information” has the meaning ascribed to it in the Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004,(Ontario) S.O. 2004, c.3, Sch. A. w) “PHIPA” means the Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004 (Ontario), S.O. 2004, c.3 Sch. A. x) “Standards” means all industry accepted standards of practice relating to the provision of prehospital emergency care in the Province of Ontario. 4. INTERPRETATION 4.1. Statutes Page 747 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 6 of 22 Unless specified otherwise, reference in this Agreement to a statute refers to that statute as such statute may be amended from time to time, or to any restated or successor legislation of comparable effect, and refers to any regulations then in force and effect thereunder. 4.2. Headings The division of this Agreement into articles, sections and schedules and the insertion of headings are for convenience of reference only and shall not affect the construction or interpretation of this Agreement. The article, section and schedule headings in this Agreement are not intended to be full or precise descriptions of the text to which they refer and are not to be considered part of this Agreement. Reference to an Article, Section or Schedule refers to the applicable article, section or schedule of this Agreement. 4.3. Numbers and Gender In this Agreement, words in the singular include the plural and vice-versa and words in one gender include all genders. 4.4. Entire Agreement This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties pertaining to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, discussions and understandings, written or oral, express or implied, between the Parties related thereto. There are no representations, warranties, conditions, other agreements or acknowledgements, whether direct or collateral, express or implied, that form part of or affect this Agreement, or which induced any Party to enter into this Agreement or on which reliance is placed by any Party, except as specifically set forth in this Agreement. 4.5. Amendment This Agreement may be amended, modified or supplemented only by a written agreement signed by each Party. The Parties agree that the Appendices to this agreement may be amended as needed from time to time by the Municipal Fire Chief or Paramedic Services Chief. 4.6. Waiver of Right Any waiver of, or consent to depart from, the requirements of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective only if it is in writing and signed by the Party giving it, and only in the specific instance and for the specific purpose for which it has been given. No failure on the part of any Party to exercise, and no delay in exercising, any right under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of such right. No single or partial exercise of any such right shall preclude any other or further exercise of such right or the exercise of any other right. Page 748 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 7 of 22 4.7. Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by, and interpreted and enforced in accordance with, the laws in force in the Province of Ontario (excluding any rule or principle of the conflict of laws which might refer such interpretation to the laws of another jurisdiction). Each Party irrevocably submits to the non- exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario with respect to any matter arising hereunder or related hereto. 4.8. Performance on Holidays If any action is required to be taken pursuant to this Agreement on or by a specified date that is not a Business Day, then such action shall be valid if taken on or by the next succeeding business day. 4.9. Appendices The Appendices to this Agreement are as follows: Appendix 1 – Medical Tiered Response Criteria Appendix 2 – Quality Assurance Appendix 3 – Lift Assist Guideline 5. AGREEMENT 5.1. General The Town of Tillsonburg and the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services agree to provide Medical Tiered Response services to County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services, and County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services hereby agree to the provision of such services, subject to and in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. 5.2. The Parties agree that Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide the resources necessary to respond to and provide Patient care on request of Oxford County Paramedic Services, in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. 5.3. The Parties agree that this agreement is being entered into voluntarily and without expectation of reimbursement of costs except as provided for in accordance with the terms and conditions as set forth in this agreement. 5.4. Exception The Parties acknowledge the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services may be unable to respond to requests from Oxford County Paramedic Services to provide patient care when occupied with other emergencies. 6. RESPONSE CRITERIA AND NOTIFICATION 6.1. Response criteria will be according to “Appendix 1” of this agreement. Page 749 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 8 of 22 6.2. The Parties agree the response criteria as reflected in “Appendix 1” of this agreement may also include immediate notification of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services for requests received by the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre for situations where the nature of the emergency may require the assistance of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services including, but not limited to; Motor Vehicle Collisions, Industrial/Construction/Agricultural Incidents, 6.3. The Parties agree the response criteria contained in paragraph 6.1 is not inclusive of requests for emergency medical service of Patients from a long- term care facility licensed under the Long-Term Care Homes Act (Ontario), 2007, or a public or private hospital licensed under the Public Hospitals Act (Ontario), 1990, or the Private Hospitals Act (Ontario), 1990, as may be amended from time to time. 6.4. The Parties agree that the response criteria contained in paragraph 6.1 is not inclusive of calls for service where the patient has a valid DNR confirmation form or calls for service where the Fire Department is specifically requested not to respond by the caller. 6.5. The Parties will work collaboratively to reasonably ensure the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services is notified of all requests for assistance within one (1) minute of the call being committed by the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre. 6.6. The Parties agree that the time frame in paragraph 6.5 may not be achievable in circumstances of delayed ambulance response. 6.7. The Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide immediate notification to the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre when unable to respond to a request by Oxford County Paramedic Services for assistance. 7. TRAINING 7.1. Upon request, Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide Oxford County Paramedic Services with pertinent training records for each Firefighter who provides Patient care. 7.2. The Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will be responsible for the costs of providing the training of Firefighters to carry out Patient care, inclusive of course fees, firefighter wages and costs charged by a third-party in accordance with the terms of the agreement. Page 750 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 9 of 22 7.3. Oxford County Paramedic Services will be responsible for the costs directly incurred by Oxford County Paramedic Services to assist in the training provided to firefighters when reasonably requested by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. 7.4. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will ensure an Approved curriculum is followed for Firefighters in training and continuing education programs in accordance with the applicable Standards. 8. CERTIFICATION AND RECERTIFICATION 8.1. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will ensure that all firefighters engaged in Patient care under this agreement; a) are either appointed by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services on an indefinite or fixed term basis or have received an offer of employment from Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services that has not expired; b) have successfully completed an Approved first responder (first aid) training program within the previous three years; c) have successfully completed an Approved annual certification in CPR at the Health Care Provider level, or equivalent; d) have successfully completed an Approved Paramedic Service equipment orientation program, and; e) have successfully completed an Approved training, evaluation, and certification process required to perform the Controlled Act of defibrillation by a legally qualified physician in accordance with Regulated Health Professions Act (Ontario), 1991 and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) policy, as may be amended from time to time. 9. QUALITY ASSURANCE 9.1. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services acknowledge and agree that: a) Oxford County Paramedic Services must receive all of the information contained in relevant Call Reports (the ”Data”) within the time period provided in Appendix 2 in order to facilitate its quality assurance obligations under this Agreement; b) Oxford County Paramedic Services is a health information custodian as defined in, and therefore is required to comply with, PHIPA, and as such is required to take steps that are reasonable in the circumstances to ensure that Personal Health Information in Oxford County Paramedic Service’s custody or control, including as may be contained in each Call Report, is protected against theft, loss and unauthorized use or disclosure and to Page 751 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 10 of 22 ensure that the records containing such personal information are protected against unauthorized copying, modification or disposal; c) where the Data contains Personal Health Information, Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services further agree to collect, hold and disclose Personal Health Information pursuant to the provisions of PHIPA and Section 19 of the Act as applicable; d) in light of the foregoing, Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services agrees to provide Oxford County Paramedic Services with access to the Data and the security to access the Data for the purposes set out in a) above and as otherwise required or permitted by Applicable Law (the “Purposes”); e) Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and Oxford County Paramedic Services shall each notify the other of any problem with or errors in the Data of which such party may become aware. 9.2. Oxford County Paramedic Services shall develop and implement a quality assurance program consistent with applicable Standards including monitoring the delivery of Patient care provided by Firefighters through Call Report audits. 10. INFORMATION SHARING 10.1. Issues Resulting from Information Sharing a) Case Reviews may be performed by Oxford County Paramedic Services on patient care provided by Firefighters. b) All concerns received by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services pertaining to patient care issues will be forwarded to Oxford County Paramedic Services for investigation and action and Oxford County Paramedic Services will notify Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services of the results of its investigation within two business days of completion of the investigation. 10.2. Investigations a) Oxford County Paramedic Services is the lead investigative organization in the case of any/all Investigations involving Patient care with the exception of cases involving a Controlled Act. The final report will be provided to Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services from Oxford County Paramedic Services and Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will be responsible for communicating the report and its findings to any external Parties to the extent Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services deems appropriate, acting reasonably. b) Oxford County Paramedic Services may draw on any internal resources or personnel of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services that may assist the lead investigator in conducting and concluding Investigations. c) In the event an Investigation has both service delivery as well as Patient Care issues as a component of the overall scope of the Investigation Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services shall remain the lead investigative authority, but will have Oxford County Paramedic Services address the Patient Care issues as a co-investigation organization or upon mutual Page 752 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 11 of 22 agreement separate the Patient Care issues for investigation by Oxford County Paramedic Services. 10.3. Information to Be Shared Between the Parties To the extent requested, the following shall be shared between the Parties during an Investigation: a) All relevant written/typed incident reports; b) All relevant audio recordings; c) All relevant Call Reports pertaining to an Investigation or Case Review; d) Contact information of individuals involved in the Investigation; and e) Other details as deemed appropriate by the Parties. 11. SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT 11.1. Oxford County Paramedic Services will provide the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services any equipment used by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services in connection with this Agreement or the activities described herein, with the exception of defibrillation equipment. 11.2. Expendable supplies used by the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will be replaced as reasonably necessary by Oxford County Paramedic Services at no cost to the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will order replacement supplies from Oxford County Paramedic Services through the approved ordering process. 11.3. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide approved defibrillation equipment at its own cost. Where defibrillators used by the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services are compatible with those used by Oxford County Paramedic Services, replacement defibrillator pads will be provided by Oxford County Paramedic Services at no cost to the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. 12. RESEARCH 12.1. Oxford County Paramedic Services will obtain the approval in writing of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services for all Oxford County Paramedic Services research proposals involving Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services or use of data supplied by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. 13. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION 13.1. Insurance Each Party shall, at its own expense, obtain and maintain in full force during the Term, all insurance that would be necessary and appropriate for a prudent Person in the same business. Such insurance shall include the following: Page 753 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 12 of 22 a) Commercial General Liability Insurance on an occurrence basis for third party bodily injury, personal injury and property damage, to an inclusive limit of not less than $5,000,000 per occurrence. The policy shall include the following clauses: i. The other Party named as an additional insured with respect to liability arising under or in connection with this Agreement; ii. Cross-liability and severability of interest clauses; iii. Non-owned auto coverage; and iv. Contractual liability, both oral and written; b) Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance insuring for liability for errors and omissions in the performance of or failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement, in an amount not less than $5,000,000 per claim; c) Medical Malpractice Insurance for liability for the performance or failure to perform under this Agreement in an amount not less than $5,000,000 per claim; d) Automobile Insurance under a standard Automobile Policy with limits no less than $2,000,000 in respect of each owned or leased vehicle. Each Party is responsible for insuring their own vehicles; e) Each Party is responsible for insuring their own property, and; f) Each Party shall give thirty (30) day notice by registered mail if any coverage outlined in this agreement is reduced, altered or cancelled. 13.2. Indemnification by the Town of Tillsonburg The Town of Tillsonburg hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County of Oxford, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, or other representatives as an agent of its party from and against any and all liability, loss, costs, damages and expenses (including legal, expert and consultant fees), causes of action, actions, claims, demands, lawsuits or other proceedings (“Claims”), by whomever made, sustained, incurred, brought or prosecuted, in any way arising out of or in connection with the Agreement, to the extent that the Claims are not caused, or contributed by, the negligence, or other (wilful or otherwise) misconduct of County of Oxford and Oxford County Paramedic Services. 13.3. Indemnification by the County of Oxford County of Oxford hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Town of Tillsonburg, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, or other representatives as an agent of its party from and against any and all liability, loss, costs, damages and expenses (including legal, expert and consultant fees), causes of action, actions, claims, demands, lawsuits or other proceedings (“Claims”), by whomever made, sustained, incurred, brought or prosecuted, in any way arising out of or in connection with the Agreement, to the extent that the Claims are not caused, or contributed by, the negligence, or other (wilful or otherwise) misconduct of the Town of Tillsonburg and the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. Page 754 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 13 of 22 14. TERM AND TERMINATION 14.1. Term This Agreement shall commence on the date the last Party signs and shall continue unless terminated pursuant to this Article 14 (the “Term”). 14.2. Termination by Either Party Either Party may, at any time, and for any reason, terminate this Agreement upon giving 30 days’ prior written notice to the other Party. 14.3. Effective Date of Termination The effective date of the termination of this Agreement shall be the last day of the notice period or such other date as the Parties agree. 14.4. Consequences of Termination Upon termination of this Agreement those provisions which expressly or by their nature are intended to survive beyond such termination will remain in effect. The termination of this Agreement shall not relieve either of the Parties of their respective obligations or rights accrued up to and including the date of such termination. 14.5. Force Majeure Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement, neither Party shall be liable for any failure or delay on its part to perform any of the terms, conditions, covenants or obligations of this Agreement to the extent that such failure or delay is the result of a cause beyond its reasonable control including such things as unavailability of material, equipment, utilities, services, an act of God, a fire, an act of the public enemy, an act of Her Majesty in her sovereign capacity, laws, a flood, a quarantine restriction, an epidemic, a labour dispute, a riot, a civil commotion, vandalism, malicious mischief or other similar cause beyond its control and not avoidable by the exercise of reasonable foresight (excluding the inability to pay for the performance of such obligation) and which occurs without the default or negligence of the Party seeking relief. The Party being delayed shall be entitled to extend the time for fulfillment of such obligation by a time equal to the duration of such delay and the other Party shall not be entitled to any compensation for any loss or inconvenience occasioned thereby. The Party delayed shall however, use its best efforts to fulfill the obligation in question as soon as reasonably possible. 15. GENERAL PROVISIONS 15.1. Co-operation Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services shall co-operate with and provide assistance to Oxford County Paramedic Services as reasonably required by Page 755 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 14 of 22 Oxford County Paramedic Services to facilitate the provision of Oxford County Paramedic Services obligations under this Agreement. Oxford County Paramedic Services shall co-operate with and provide assistance to Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services as reasonably required by Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to facilitate the provision of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services obligations under this Agreement. 15.2. Confidentiality Oxford County Paramedic Services shall not disclose to any third party any trade secret of or confidential information about Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services that Oxford County Paramedic Services may acquire through the use of the Data. Confidential information is Data and information that is designated as such by Oxford County Paramedic Services (“Confidential Information”). Oxford County Paramedic Services shall use Confidential Information only for the purposes of Quality Assurance and fulfilling the obligations of this agreement. Oxford County Paramedic Services shall limit disclosure of Confidential Information within its own organization to its management team, employees, agents, consultants and other representatives having a need to know and shall not disclose Confidential Information to any third party (whether an individual, corporation, or other entity) without the prior written consent of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. The Parties herein mutually agree that the confidentiality covenant herein shall survive the termination or discharge of this Agreement. 15.3. Nature of Relationship Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as making the Parties (or their respective successors or permitted assigns), partners or joint ventures or construed as making any Party, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents or other representatives an agent of any other Party. For greater certainty, none of the employees, principals, shareholders or independent contractors of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services shall be or be deemed to be employees of County of Oxford or Oxford County Paramedic Services. 15.4. Assignment Neither this Agreement, nor any rights or obligations hereunder, may be assigned by the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services OR Oxford County Paramedic Services without the prior written consent of the other Party. Any purported assignment done without such consent shall be of no force or effect. This Agreement is binding upon and shall insure to the benefit of the Parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns and shall not be enforceable by or otherwise ensure to the benefit of any other Person. 15.5. Invalidity Page 756 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 15 of 22 If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect by a court of competent jurisdiction, the validity, legality or enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby so long as the economic or legal substance of the matters contemplated hereby is not affected in any manner materially adverse to either Party. 15.6. Costs Each Party shall bear its own costs with respect to the drafting, negotiation and interpretation of this Agreement and the subject matter hereof. 15.7. Notices Any notice, demand or other communication required or permitted to be given or made hereunder shall be in writing and shall be well and sufficiently given or made if it is: a) Delivered in person during normal business hours on a business day and left with a receptionist or other responsible employee of the relevant party at the applicable address set forth below; b) Sent by prepaid first class mail; or c) Sent by any electronic means of sending messages, including facsimile transmission, which produces a paper record. In the case of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services, addressed to it at: Town of Tillsonburg 10 Lisgar Avenue, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A5 Attn: Fire Chief Fax: 519-688-0759 Tel: 519-688-3009 And, in the case of Oxford County Paramedic Services, addressed to it at: 377 Mill Street Woodstock, ON N4S 7V6 Attn: Paramedic Services Chief Fax: 519-537-1099 Tel: 519-539-9800 Any Notice given or made in accordance with this Section shall be deemed to have been given or made and to have been received: a) on the day it was delivered, if delivered as aforesaid; b) on the third Business Day (excluding each day during which there exists any general interruption of postal services due to strike, lockout or other cause) after it was mailed, if mailed as aforesaid; and Page 757 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 16 of 22 c) on the day of sending if sent by Electronic Transmission during normal business hours of the addressee on a Business Day and, if not, then on the first Business Day after the sending thereof. Any Party may from time to time change its address for notice by giving Notice to the other Party in accordance with the provisions of this Section. 15.8. Further Assurances Each Party shall do such acts and shall execute and deliver such further agreements, documents, conveyances, deeds, assignments, transfers and the like, and shall cause the doing of such acts and the execution and delivery of such further items as are within its power and as the other Party may in writing at any time and from time to time reasonably request, in order to give full effect to the provisions of this Agreement. 15.9. Remedies Cumulative The rights and remedies under this Agreement are cumulative and in addition to, and not in substitution for, any other rights and remedies, available at law or in equity or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by a Party of any right or remedy precludes or otherwise affects the exercise of any other right or remedy to which that Party may be entitled. 15.10. Counterparts and Facsimile Execution This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which together shall be deemed to be one and the same instrument and receipt of a facsimile version of an executed signature page of this Agreement by a Party shall constitute satisfactory evidence of execution of this Agreement by such Party. 15.11. Dispute Resolution/ Consultations and Negotiation a) In the event of a dispute between the Parties, each Party’s Designated Representative shall meet to attempt to resolve the Dispute. Each Party acknowledges that it is in their mutual interest to have their respective Designated Representative resolve all matters by mutual agreement and each agrees to act reasonably and in good faith to permit and encourage their respective representatives to do so. b) If such Designated Representatives are not able to resolve any Dispute referred to them within 15 Business Days, the matter shall be referred to the Medical Director of SWORBHP and the Fire Chief of Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services and the Chief of the Oxford County Paramedic Services each of whom shall be fully briefed on the matter and shall have the authority to negotiate on behalf of their respective Party. If such senior representatives are not able to resolve any Dispute referred to them within 15 Business Days, then the matter shall be referred to the Chief Administrative Officers of the Town of Tillsonburg and County of Oxford. Page 758 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 17 of 22 IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties hereto have duly executed on the_____ day of _____________, 20 Town of Tillsonburg Signature:__________________________ Name: Title: Date: County of Oxford Signature:__________________________ Name: Peter M. Crockett Title: Chief Administrative Officer Date: Signature:__________________________ Name: Title: Date: Signature:__________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Manager/Chief, Paramedic Services Date: Page 759 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 18 of 22 APPENDIX 1 – TIERED RESPONSE CRITERIA TILLSONBURG FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES Tiered Response Criteria TIER TYPE OF CALL If EMS RESPONSE GREATER THAN CODE PRIORITY 1 NO Abdominal Pain 0 Minutes Select Code 2 NO Allergy Reaction 0 Minutes Select Code 3 NO Back Pain 0 Minutes Select Code 4 NO Behavioral Problems 0 Minutes Select Code 5 NO Bleeding (Non-Traumatic) 0 Minutes Select Code 6 NO Bleeding in Pregnancy 0 Minutes Select Code 7 NO Breathing Problems 0 Minutes Select Code 8 NO Burns 0 Minutes Select Code 9 YES Cardiac Arrest / VSA 0 Minutes Code 4 10 NO Chest Pain / Heart Problem 0 Minutes Select Code 11 NO Child Birth / Labour 0 Minutes Select Code 12 YES Choking 0 Minutes Code 4 13 NO Convulsions/Seizure 0 Minutes Select Code 14 NO Diabetic Problem 0 Minutes Select Code 15 NO Electrocution 0 Minutes Select Code 16 NO Environmental Exposure - Heat 0 Minutes Select Code 17 NO Environmental Exposure - Cold 0 Minutes Select Code Page 760 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 19 of 22 18 NO Eye Problems 0 Minutes Select Code 19 NO Falls 0 Minutes Select Code 20 NO Generally Unwell 0 Minutes Select Code 21 NO Headache 0 Minutes Select Code 22 NO Inhalation 0 Minutes Select Code 23 YES MVC – Enclosed Seating 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 24 YES MVC – Exposed Seating 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 25 YES MVC – Person Struck 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 26 YES MVC – Unknown Details 0 Minutes Code 4 and 3 27 NO Near Drowning 0 Minutes Select Code 28 NO Overdose 0 Minutes Select Code 29 NO Stroke / CVA 0 Minutes Select Code 30 NO Trauma (Blunt) / Assault 0 Minutes Select Code 31 NO Trauma (Penetrating) / Wound 0 Minutes Select Code 32 YES Unconscious /Decreased Consciousness 0 Minutes Code 4 33 NO Unknown 0 Minutes Select Code 34 YES Code 4 and 3 Farm Accidents 35 YES Code 4 and 3 Industrial Accidents CACC use only: Response Plan Name: Revised: 14APR16 Page 761 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 20 of 22 APPENDIX 1 - TIERED RESPONSE CRITERIA Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Terry Saelens Title: Fire Chief Date: Oxford County Paramedic Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Paramedic Services Chief Date: Page 762 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 21 of 22 APPENDIX 2 – QUALITY ASSURANCE It is recognized that the quality assurance requirements will need to be reviewed regularly to ensure that the needs of all Parties are being met and in fulfillment of the terms of this Agreement. Data Requirements Data will be provided to Oxford County Paramedic Services as described in this Agreement. The minimum data required are to be captured in a form mutually agreed to by the Parties. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will provide Call Reports to Oxford County Paramedic Services within 2 weeks of a call. Call Report Audits Oxford County Paramedic Services will audit all calls where a Call Report is received by Oxford County Paramedic Services using a standardized audit tool. The results of a call audit will be available no later than five weeks following the commencement of the audit. The Parties agree to the following process: a) Oxford County Paramedic Services will issue individual case feedback forms when clarification is required. b) Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services will make reasonable efforts to encourage a response within 2 weeks of receipt. c) An additional 2 weeks may be added where the Firefighters are reasonably unavailable to complete the request, or where it is likely that the feedback form was not received. Report Requirements Oxford County Paramedic Services will provide the following minimum reports to Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services. If additional reports are required they will be negotiated and appended to this Agreement: a) Call Report Audit reports Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Terry Saelens Title: Fire Chief Date: Oxford County Paramedic Services Signature:________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Paramedic Services Chief Date: Page 763 of 816 Medical Tiered Response Agreement Page 22 of 22 APPENDIX 3 – LIFT ASSIST GUIDELINE The Parties agree the following procedure will be used when Oxford County Paramedic Services requires the assistance of the Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services to provide assistance in the extrication of Patients: When an on-scene paramedic crew requires assistance for the extrication of any Patient triaged as SCA, CTAS 1 or 2: a) A second paramedic crew will be responded to provide assistance, AND b) If not already tiered, the local Fire Departments should respond without delay. When an on-scene paramedic crew requires assistance for the extrication of a non- bariatric Patient triaged as CTAS 3, 4, or 5: a) A second paramedic crew will be responded to provide assistance, OR b) If second paramedic crew cannot respond within 15 minutes to provide assistance, the Fire Department will respond to provide assistance. When an on-scene paramedic crew requires assistance for the extrication of a bariatric Patient triaged as CTAS 3, 4, or 5: a) If not already tiered, the local Fire Departments should respond without delay. b) Notify the on-duty Superintendent to discuss additional resources that may be required. Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services Signature:__________________________ Name: Terry Saelens Title: Fire Chief Date: Oxford County Paramedic Services Signature:________________________ Name: Ben Addley Title: Paramedic Services Chief Date: Page 764 of 816 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 4312 A BY-LAW to amend By-Law 3701, being a by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the Town of Tillsonburg. WHERAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend By-Law 3701. BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg as follows: 1. THAT Schedule 19 to By-Law 3701, Section 50 “Parking Space for Accessible Persons” be amended as follows: Delete: SCHEDULE 19 ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES COLUMN 1 HIGHWAY COLUMN 2 SIDE COLUMN 3 LOCATION Broadway East First space at 200 Broadway Broadway East First space North of Oxford Street Broadway East First space South of Brock Street Broadway West First space North of Brock Street Broadway West First space South of Ridout Street Durham Street North 23 meters East of Lisgar Avenue Harvey Street West Sixth, seventh, thirteenth space South of Bridge Street Ridout St. E South First and Second space east of Broadway PARKING LOTS Lot 1A Three spaces – South/West corner of lot Lot 6A Four spaces – South of Canadian Tire Store Lot 7A Four spaces East of Harvey Street Lot 9A Two spaces North West corner of lot Add: SCHEDULE 19 ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES COLUMN 1 HIGHWAY COLUMN 2 SIDE COLUMN 3 LOCATION Broadway East Ninth & Tenth space North of Oxford Broadway East Eighth & Ninth space North of Brock Street East Broadway East Twelveth & Thirteenth space North of Ridout East Broadway East Sixth & Seventh space North of Washington Grand Ave Page 765 of 816 Broadway West Seventh & Eighth space North of Baldwin Street Broadway West Seventh & Eighth space North of Brock Street West Street Broadway West Eighth & Ninth space North of Ridout Street West Ridout Street East South First space East of Broadway PARKING LOTS Lot 1A Four spaces – South/West corner of lot Lot 3A Two spaces – North East corner of lot Lot 3A Three spaces – North West corner of lot Lot 4A Two spaces – North East corner of lot Lot 6A Eight spaces – South of Canadian Tire Store Lot 7A Eight spaces – East of 200 Broadway (Tillsonburg Town Centre) Lot 8A Four spaces – East side of lot Lot 9A Five spaces North West corner of lot Lot 10A Three spaces – South side of lot Lot 1B One space – North West corner of lot Lot 2B Three spaces North West corner of lot Lot 3B Two spaces South East corner of lot Lot 3B Two spaces North of 40 Baldwin Street Lot 4B Two spaces – South of 36 Bidwell Street Lot 5B Two spaces – South East corner of lot Lot 6B Two spaces – North East corner of lot 2. THAT this By-Law be passed pursuant to the Highway Traffic Act, and shall become effective upon enactment. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. ________________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson Page 766 of 816 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW 4313 A BY-LAW To Amend Schedule A of By-Law 4247, to Define the Mandate and Membership for Committees Established By The Corporation Of The Town of Tillsonburg. WHERAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Schedule A of By-Law 4247. BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg as follows: 1. THAT Schedule A of By-Law 4247 be amended as attached hereto; 2. THAT these amendments to Schedule A of By-Law 4247 are hereby declared to be part of that By-Law as if written therein. 3. THAT this By-law shall come into full force and effect upon passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 13th day of JUNE, 2019. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 13th day of JUNE, 2019. ___________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ______________________________ TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson Page 767 of 816 By-law 4313 Schedule A Board/Committees Citizen Appointments Mandate Accessibility Advisory Committee Mike Cerna Michael Kadey Margaret McCrimmon Peter Staley Cindy Allen Erin Getty Dr. Mark Dickson Jeff Huber To advise and make recommendations to Council on all matters with respect to the accessibility for persons with disabilities to a municipal building, structure or premises. Cultural, Heritage and Special Awards Advisory Committee Collette Takacs Rosemary Dean Terry Fleming Vernon Fleming James Murphy Carrie Lewis Erin Getty Deb Beard, Tillsonburg District Craft Guild Representative Dr. Mark Dickson To advise and make recommendations to Council on all matters with respect to tourism and culture in the Town of Tillsonburg. To advise and make recommendations to Council on all matters related to properties of architectural and historical significance. To receive nominations and make recommendations to Council for the Citizen of the Year and monthly awards. To provide commemorative naming options to Council. Economic Development Advisory Committee Collette Takacs Jesse Goossens Andrew Burns Randy Thornton John Veldman Steves Spanjers Cedric Tomico – BIA Representative Lisa Gilvesy Ashton Nembhard Kirby Heckford Jim Hayes Jeff Van Rybroeck Lindsay Morgan-Jacko - Tillsonburg Real Estate Board Representative Lindsay Tribble – Chamber of Commerce Representative To advise on initiatives to attract and retain investment within the community. To provide advice on: The Economic Development Strategy The Community Strategic Plan Annual Departmental Business Plan To support the development of alliances and partnerships to advance the Town’s strategic plan and that assists in the overall growth of the Town. To provide advice regarding existing and new bylaws that relate to/impact development within the community. Page 768 of 816 Memorial Park Revitalization Advisory Committee Mike Cerna Rosemary Dean Kim Sage Eugene Todd Mel Getty Jane Ann McLean Joan Weston (LLRP) Scott Vitias (Minor Ball) Terry Smith Kenneth Patterson Sharon Howard, Tillsonburg Rowing Club Representative To advise and make recommendations and provide regular updates to Council on all matters with respect to the Memorial Park Revitalization Project. Museum Advisory Committee Robert (Bob) Marsden Rosemary Dean Sherry Hamilton Dianne MacKeigan Marianne Sandham Joan Weston Donna Scanlan To make recommendations to Council on policies and procedures pertaining to the Museum. To participate in strategic planning activities, initiate and participate in fundraising activities when and as needed, act as ambassadors for the museum within the community. To work with the Tillsonburg and District Historical Society regarding trust for artifact purchases and to act as trustees for the restoration trust. Parks, Beautification and Cemeteries Advisory Committee Robert (Bob) Marsden Donna Scanlan Wareing Cremation Services Inc. (Barbara Wareing/ Paul Wareing) Christine Nagy Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Home. – (Robert Verhoeve/Maurice Verhoeve/Krystyna Verhoeve) Marian Smith Michael Dean Susan Saelens Paul De Cloet Ostranders Funeral Home – (Ken Butcher/Reg Butcher) To advise and make recommendations to Council on all matters with respect to the utilization and beautification of public parks, trails, trees, green space and Tillsonburg cemeteries. Page 769 of 816 Recreation and Sports Advisory Committee Jeff VanRybroeck Susie Wray Ashton Nembhard Carrie Lewis Craig Cole Dace Zvanitajs Kim Sage Eugene Todd Mike Cole To advise and make recommendations to Council on matters related to the programming and utilization of Tillsonburg’s recreational facilities. To advise and make recommendations to Council on implementation of the Community Parks, Recreation and Cultural Strategic Master Plan. Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee Jeffrey Miller Euclid Benoit Jeremy Stockmans David Brandon Jeff Dean Dan Cameron John Prno Mark Renaud Councillor Valerie Durston, Township of South-West Oxford To advise and make recommendations to Council on matters related to the Tillsonburg Regional Airport. To provide a forum for receiving input and advice from aviation stakeholder groups and the community with respect to the Airport Master Plan and strategic initiatives and to provide a forum for dialogue and communication. Day to day operations of the airport is the responsibility of Town staff. Tillsonburg Transit Advisory Committee Carolijn Verbakel John Verbakel Cindy Allen Sherry Hamilton Kathryn Leatherland Lynn Temoin David Brown The objective of the Tillsonburg Transit Advisory Committee (TTAC) is to oversee and advise Town Council on the governance oversite of the Town's service providers contract for transit and specifically the policies and procedures related to service delivery of transit. The TTAC will provide a forum for input, exchange of ideas and debate on conventional and mobility transit related issues with representation from all affected groups in the community. The committee should use the Mandate to set out a clear plan for the term of the Committee. Create a high level work plan to define the scope and establish the framework and overall approach for transit. Set out goals the committee will work towards accomplishing. Page 770 of 816 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW 4315 BEING A BY-LAW To Establish Development Charges for the Town of Tillsonburg and to repeal By-Law 3827. WHEREAS subsection 2(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c.27 (hereinafter called “the Act”) provides that the council of a municipality may by by-law impose development charges against land to pay for increased capital costs required because of increased needs for Services arising from the Development of the area to which the By-law applies; AND WHEREAS Council has before it a report entitled “Development Charges Background Study”, the Town of Tillsonburg, hereinafter referred to as the “Town”, dated April 12, 2019 by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. (the “Study”), wherein it is indicated that the Development of any land within the Town will increase the need for Services as defined herein; AND WHEREAS Council gave notice to the public and held a public meeting pursuant to section 12 of the Act on May 13, 2019 prior to and at which the Study and the proposed Development Charge By-law were made available to the public in accordance with the Act and regulations thereto and Council heard comments and representations from all persons who applied to be heard (the “Public Meeting”); AND WHEREAS Council intends to ensure that the increase in the need for services attributable to the anticipated development, including any capital costs, will be met, by updating its capital budget and forecast where appropriate; AND WHEREAS by approval of the Development Charges Background Study, dated April 12, 2019, Council has indicated its intent that the future excess capacity identified in the Study, shall be paid for by the development charges or other similar charges. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. DEFINITIONS In this by-law, “Act” means the Development Charges Act, 1997, c. 27, as amended; “Affordable housing” means dwelling units and incidental facilities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income, that meet the requirements of any program for such purpose as administered by any agency of the Federal or Provincial government, the County of Oxford and/or the Area Municipality and for which an agreement has been entered into with the County of Oxford with respect to the provision of such dwelling units and facilities; “Apartment Dwelling” means any dwelling unit within a building containing more than four dwelling units where the units are connected by an interior corridor. Notwithstanding the foregoing, an Apartment Dwelling includes a Stacked Townhouse Dwelling; “Area Municipality” means a lower-tier municipality that forms part of the County of Oxford; “Back-to-back Townhouse Dwelling” means a building containing four (4) or more Dwelling Units separated vertically by a common wall, including a rear common wall, that does not have a rear yard with amenity area; “Bedroom” means a habitable room larger than seven square metres, including a den, study, or other similar area, but does not include a living room, dining room or kitchen; Page 771 of 816 “Board of Education” means a board defined in s.s. 1(1) of the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E,2, as amended; “Building Code Act” means the Building Code Act, R.S.O. 1992, S.O. 1992, c. 23, as amended; “Building” means a permanent enclosed structure occupying an area greater than ten square metres (10 m²) and, notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, includes, but is not limited to: a) An above-grade storage tank; b) An air-supported structure; c) An industrial tent; d) A roof-like structure over a gas-bar or service station; and e) An area attached to and ancillary to a retail Development delineated by one or more walls or part walls, a roof-like structure, or any one or more of them; “Capital Cost” means costs incurred or proposed to be incurred by the Town or a local board thereof directly or by others on behalf of, and as authorized by, the Town or local board, a) to acquire land or an interest in land, including a leasehold interest; b) to improve land; c) to acquire, lease, construct or improve buildings and structures; d) to acquire, lease, construct or improve facilities including (but not limited to), i) rolling stock with an estimated useful life of seven years or more; ii) furniture and equipment, other than computer equipment; and iii) materials acquired for circulation, reference or information purposes by a library board as defined in the Public Libraries Act, 1990, R.S.O. 1990, c. 44, as amended; e) to undertake studies in connection with any of the matters referred to in clauses (a) to (d); f) to complete the Development Charge background study under Section 10 of the Act; and g) interest on money borrowed to pay for costs in (a) to (d); required for provision of services designated in this by-law within or outside the Town; “Council” means the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg; “Development” means any activity or proposed activity in respect of land that requires one or more of the actions referred to in section 5 of this by-law and including the redevelopment of land or the redevelopment, expansion, extension or alteration of a use, building or structure except interior alterations to an existing building or structure which do not change or intensify the use of land; “Development Charge” means a charge imposed pursuant to this By-law; “Dwelling” or “Dwelling Unit” means any part of a building or structure with a room or suite of rooms used, or designed or intended for use by, one person or persons living together, in which sanitary facilities and a separate kitchen may or may not be provided for the exclusive use of such person or persons; “Farm Building” means a Building or structure associated with and located on land devoted to the practice of farming and that is used essentially for the housing of farm equipment or livestock or the production, storage or processing of agricultural and horticultural produce or feeds and as part of or in connection with a bona fide farming operation and includes barns, silos and other buildings or structures ancillary to that farming operation, but excludes: a) a Residential Use, with the exception of a bunk house for seasonal farm workers required for that farm operation; and b) any Building or portion thereof used or intended to be used for any other Non- Residential Use, including, but not limited to: retail sales; commercial Page 772 of 816 services; restaurants; banquet facilities; hospitality and accommodation facilities; gift shops; contractors shops; services related to grooming, boarding, or breeding of household pets; and alcohol and marijuana production facilities. “Grade” means the average level of finished ground adjoining a building or structure at all exterior walls; “Gross Floor Area” means the total floor area measured between the outside of exterior walls, or between the outside of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing the Building from another Building, of all floors above the average level of finished ground adjoining the building at its exterior walls; and “Industrial Building” means a building used for or in connection with, a) manufacturing, producing, processing, storing or distributing something; b) research or development in connection with manufacturing, producing or processing something; c) retail sales by a manufacturer, producer or processor of something they manufactured, produced or processed, if the retail sales are at the site where the manufacturing, production, or processing takes place; d) office or administrative purposes, if they are; i) carried out with respect to manufacturing, producing, processing, storage or distributing of something, and ii) in or attached to the Building or structure used for that manufacturing, producing, processing, storage or distribution; e) shall not include self-storage facilities or retail warehouses. “Local Board” means a municipal service board, public utility commission, public library board, board of health, police services board or any other board, commission, committee or body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes, including school purposes, of the Town or any part or parts thereof, excluding a conservation authority, any municipal business corporation not deemed to be a local board under O.Reg. 168/03 under the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended, and any corporation enacted under the Electricity Act, 1998, S.O. 1998, c. 15, Sched. A, as amended, or successor legislation; “Local Services” means those services or facilities which are under the jurisdiction of the Town and are related to a plan of subdivision or within the area to which the plan relates, required as a condition of approval under s.51 of the Planning Act, or as a condition of approval under s.53 of the Planning Act; “Long-Term Care Home” means the floor area of a facility directly related to beds that are licensed, regulated or funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, in an approved charitable home for the aged (as defined in the Charitable Institutions Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.9), a home (as defined in the Homes for the Aged and Rest Homes Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.13), or a nursing home (as defined in the Nursing Homes Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. N.7); “Mezzanine” means an intermediate floor assembly between the floor and ceiling of any room or storey and includes an interior balcony; “Multiple Dwelling” means all dwellings other than single detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, and apartment dwellings, and shall include Park Model Trailers; “Non-Residential Uses” means a building or structure, or portions thereof, used, or designed or intended for a use other than a Residential Use; “Official Plan” means the Official Plan of the County of Oxford and any amendments thereto; Page 773 of 816 “Owner” means the owner of land or a person who has made application for an approval for the development of land upon which a Development Charge is imposed; “Park Model Trailer” means a trailer conforming to National Standard of Canada CAN CSA-Z241.0-92, CAN CSA-Z240 or similar standard that is up to a maximum size of 50 square metres and designed to facilitate relocation from time to time. “Planning Act” means the Planning Act, 1990, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended; “Private School” means an academic education school to which all of the following apply: a) registered with the Province as a “private school” under section 16 of the Education Act; b) non-publicly funded; c) operated on a not-for-profit basis; d) operated by a non-share non-profit corporation, or an established or a “religious organization” as defined by the Religious Organizations’ Land Act; and e) offering elementary or secondary academic education. “Regulation” means any regulation made pursuant to the Act; “Residential Uses” means lands, Buildings or structures or portions thereof used, or designed or intended for use as a home or residence of one or more individuals, and shall include Single Detached Dwelling, Semi-Detached Dwelling, Multiple Dwelling, Apartment Dwelling, and the residential portion of a mixed-use Building or structure; “Row Townhouse Dwelling” means a building vertically divided into three or more Dwelling Units by common walls extending from the base of the foundation to the roof. Each Dwelling Unit shall have separate entrance directly to the outside “Semi-Detached Dwelling” means a building divided vertically into two Dwelling Units each of which has a separate entrance and access to grade; “Services” means services set out in Schedule “A” to this By-law; “Single Detached Dwelling” means a completely detached Building containing only one Dwelling Unit; “Special Care/Special Need Dwelling” Special Care/Special Need Dwelling” means a Building, or part of a Building: a) containing two or more Dwelling Units which units have a common entrance from street level; b) where the occupants have the right to use in common with other occupants, halls, stairs, yards, common rooms and accessory Buildings; c) that is designed to accommodate persons with specific needs, including but not limited to independent permanent living arrangements; and d) where support services, such as meal preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, housekeeping, nursing, respite care and attendant services are provided at any one or more various levels; e) and includes, but is not limited to, retirement homes or lodges, charitable dwellings, group homes (including correctional group homes) and hospices. f) Special Care/Special Needs Dwellings will be charged the D.C. rate for Bachelor and 1 Bedroom Apartment Units. “Stacked Townhouse Dwelling” means a building, other than a Duplex, Row Townhouse, Back to Back Townhouse, containing at least 3 Dwelling Units; each Dwelling Unit separated from the other vertically and/or horizontally and each Dwelling Unit having a separate entrance to grade; Page 774 of 816 “Temporary Building or Structure” means a Building or structure constructed or erected or placed on land for a continuous period not exceeding twelve months, or an addition or alteration to a Building or structure that has the effect of increasing the total floor area thereof for a continuous period not exceeding twelve months; “Temporary Dwelling Unit” means a dwelling unit, which is: a) designed to be portable (e.g. Mobile Home); b) clearly ancillary to, and fully detached from, an existing permanent dwelling unit located on the same lot; c) only permitted to be in place for a limited period of time; and d) subject to an agreement with the Area Municipality specifying the maximum period of time the dwelling unit is to be permitted and any other matters that may be deemed necessary or appropriate by the Area Municipality, such as installation, maintenance and removal provisions, financial security requirements and restrictions on occupancy; “Total Floor Area” means, the sum total of the total areas of all floors in a building or structure whether at above or below grade measured between the exterior faces of the exterior walls of the building or structure or from the centre line of a common wall separating two uses or from the outside edge of a floor where the outside edge of the floor does not meet an exterior or common wall, and; a) includes the floor area of a mezzanine, atrium, or air supported structure, and the space occupied by interior wall partitions; b) excludes those areas used exclusively for parking garages or structures; and c) where a building or structure does not have any walls, the total floor area of the building or structure shall be the total of the area of all floors including the ground floor that are directly beneath the roof of the building or structure; “Wind Turbine” means any wind energy conversion system with a nameplate generating capacity greater than 300 kilowatts, that converts wind energy into electricity for sale to an electrical utility or intermediary. 2. CALCULATION OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES 1) Subject to the provisions of this By-law, the Development Charges against land in the Town shall be imposed, calculated and collected in accordance with the rates set out in Schedule “B” relating to the services set out in Schedule “A” 2) Council hereby determines that the Development of land, Buildings or structures for Residential and Non-Residential uses will require the provision, enlargement or expansion of the Services referenced in Schedule “A”; and shall be calculated as follows: a) In the case of Residential Development or redevelopment, or a Residential portion of a mixed-use Development or redevelopment, the Development Charge shall be the sum of the products of: i) the number of Dwelling Units of each type, multiplied by, ii) the corresponding total dollar amount for such Dwelling Unit as set out in Schedule “B”, further adjusted by section 13; and b) In the case of Non-Residential Development or redevelopment, or a Non- Residential portion of a mixed-use Development or redevelopment, the Development Charge shall be the sum of the products of i) the Total Floor Area of Non-Residential Development or portion multiplied by, ii) the corresponding total dollar amount per square metre of Total Floor Area, as set out in Schedule “B”, further adjusted by section 13; and c) In the case of Wind Turbines, the sum of the number of wind turbines multiplied by the corresponding amount for each wind turbine as set out in Schedule “B”, further adjusted by section 13. 3. APPLICABLE LANDS 1) Subject to the exceptions and exemptions described in the following subsections, this By-law applies to all lands in the County, whether or not the land or use is exempt from taxation under section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.A.31, as amended. Page 775 of 816 2) This By-law shall not apply to land that is owned by and used for the purposes of: a) a Board of Education; b) any municipality or Local Board thereof; c) a Place of Worship exempt under s.3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. A31, as amended; d) a Public Hospital under the Public Hospitals Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.40, as amended; 3) This by-law shall not apply to: a) Farm Buildings as defined herein; b) Non-Residential Buildings as defined herein; c) Temporary Buildings or structures as defined herein; d) Affordable Housing as defined herein; e) Temporary Dwelling Units as defined herein; f) Long-Term Care home, as defined herein; and g) Lands designated as “Central Business District” and “Entrepreneurial Area” in the County of Oxford Official Plan, Schedule T-1, attached here as Schedule “C”. 4. RULES WITH RESPECT TO EXEMPTIONS FOR INTENSIFICATION OF EXISTING HOUSING 1) Notwithstanding Section 3 above, no Development Charge shall be imposed with respect to Developments or portions of Developments as follows: a) the enlargement of an existing Residential Dwelling Unit; b) the creation of one or two additional Residential Dwelling Units in an existing Single Detached Dwelling; c) the creation of one additional Dwelling Unit in any other existing residential building. 2) Notwithstanding subsection 4(1)(b), Development Charges shall be calculated and collected in accordance with Schedule “B” where the total Residential Gross Floor Area of the additional one or two Dwelling Units is greater than the Gross Floor Area of the existing Single Detached Dwelling Unit. 3) Notwithstanding subsection 4(1)(c), Development Charges shall be calculated and collected in accordance with Schedule “B” where the additional Dwelling Unit has a Residential Gross Floor Area greater than, a) in the case of Semi-Detached Dwelling or Multiple Dwelling, the Gross Floor Area of the smallest existing Dwelling Unit, and b) in the case of any other Residential Building, the Residential Gross Floor Area of the smallest existing Dwelling Unit. 5. TIMING OF CALCULATION FOR DEVELOPMENT CHARGES 1) Subject to subsection 5(2), Development Charges shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this by-law and be imposed on land to be developed for Residential and Non-Residential Use, where, the development requires, a) the passing of a zoning by-law or an amendment thereto under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P13; b) the approval of a minor variance under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13; c) conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, R. S.O. 1990, c.P.13 applies; d) the approval of a plan of subdivision under Section 51 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13; e) a consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13; f) the approval of a description under Section 9 of the Condominium Act, S.O. 1998, c.9, as amended; or g) the issuing of a permit under the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c.23, as amended in relation to a Building or structure. 2) Subsection 5(1) shall not apply in respect to a) Local Services installed or paid for by the owner within a plan of subdivision or within the area to which the plan relates, as a condition of approval under Section 51 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13; Page 776 of 816 b) Local Services installed or paid for by the owner as a condition of approval under Section 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P.13. 3) A Development Charge shall be calculated and payable in full in money or by provision of Services as may be agreed upon, or by credit granted pursuant to the Act or this By-law, on the date that the first building permit is issued in relation to a Building or structure on land to which a Development Charge applies. 4) Where a Development Charge applies to land in relation to which a building permit is required, the building permit shall not be issued until the development charge has been paid in full. 6. LOCAL SERVICE INSTALLATION 1) Nothing in this by-law prevents Council from requiring, as a condition of an agreement under Section 51 or 53 of the Planning Act that the Owner, at his or her own expense, shall install or pay for such Local Services, within the Plan of Subdivision or within the area to which the plan relates, as Council may require. 7. MULTIPLE CHARGES 1) Where two or more of the actions described in subsection 5(1) are required before land to which a Development Charge applies can be developed, only one Development Charge shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this By-law, as prescribed in Section 5. 2) Notwithstanding subsection 7(1), if two or more of the actions described in subsection 5(1) occur at different times, and if the subsequent action has the effect of a net increase in the number of Residential Dwelling Units and/or a net increase in the amount of Non-Residential Gross Floor Area, additional Development Charges shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this By-law. 8. SERVUCES IN LIEU 1) Council may authorize an Owner, through an agreement under Section 38 of the Act, to substitute such part of the Development Charge applicable to the Owner’s Development as may be specified in the agreement, by the provision at the sole expense of the Owner, of services in lieu. Such agreement shall further specify that where the Owner provides services in lieu in accordance with the agreement, Council shall give to the Owner a credit against the Development Charge in accordance with the agreement provisions and the provisions of Section 39 of the Act, equal to the reasonable cost to the Owner of providing the services in lieu. In no case shall the agreement provide for a credit which exceeds the total Development Charge payable by an Owner to the Town in respect of the Development to which the agreement relates. 2) In any agreement under subsection 8(1), Council may also give a further credit to the Owner equal to the reasonable cost of providing services in addition to, or of a greater size or capacity, than would be required under this By-law. 3) The credit provided for in subsection 8(2) shall not be charged to any Development Charge reserve fund. 9. FRONT-ENDING AGREEMENTS 1) Council may authorize a front-ending agreement in accordance with the provisions of Part III of the Act, upon such terms as Council may require, in respect of the Development of land. 10. DEMOLITION AND CONVERSION CREDITS FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF LAND 1) If a Development involves the demolition of and replacement of all or part of a building or structure, or the conversion from one principal use to another a credit shall be allowed, provided that the land was improved by occupied structures, or structures capable of being occupied without structural improvement, within the five years prior to the issuance of the building permit, and the building permit has been issued for the development within five years from the date the demolition permit has been issued; and; 2) subject to section 10(3), the credit shall be calculated: Page 777 of 816 a) in the case of the demolition of a Building, or a part of a Building, used for a Residential purpose, by multiplying the number and type of Dwelling Units demolished by the relevant Development Charge in effect under this By-law on the date when the Development Charge with respect to the Redevelopment is payable pursuant to this By-law; or b) in the case of the demolition of a Building, or part of a Building, used for a Non-Residential purpose, by multiplying the Non-Residential Total Floor Area demolished, by the relevant Development Charge in effect under this By-law on the date when the Development Charge with respect to the Redevelopment is payable pursuant to this By-law; 3) A credit can, in no case, exceed the amount of the development charge that would otherwise be payable. No credit is available if the use for which the demolished/converted buildings or structures was last lawfully occupied is exempt under this by-law. 4) Notwithstanding subsection 10(1) above, where the Building cannot be demolished until the new Building has been erected, the Owner shall notify the Town in writing and pay the applicable Development Charge for the new Building in full and, if the existing Building is demolished not later than twelve (12) months from the date a building permit is issued for the new Building, the Town shall provide a refund calculated in accordance with this section to the Owner without interest. If more than twelve (12) months is required to demolish the existing Building, the Owner may make a written request to the Town, and the Town’s Treasurer or designate, in his or her sole and absolute discretion and upon such terms and conditions as he or she considers necessary or appropriate, may extend the time in which the existing Building must be demolished, and such decision shall be made prior to the issuance of the first building permit for the new Building. 11. RESERVE FUNDS 1) Monies received from payment of Development Charges under this by-law shall be maintained in a separate reserve fund for each Service category set out in Schedule “A”. 2) Monies received for the payment of Development Charges shall be used only in accordance with the provisions of Section 35 of the Act. 3) Council directs the Town Treasurer to divide the reserve fund created hereunder into separate accounts in accordance with the Service categories set out in Schedule “A” to which the Development Charge payments, together interest earned thereon, shall be credited. 4) Where any Development Charge, or part thereof, remains unpaid after the due date, the amount unpaid shall be added to the tax roll for the property on with the Development occurred and shall be collected as taxes. 5) Where any unpaid Development Charges are collected as taxes under subsection 13(4), the monies so collected shall be credited to the development charge reserve funds referred to in subsection 13(1). 6) The Town Treasurer shall in each year commencing in 2020 for the 2019 year, furnish to Council a statement in respect of the reserve funds established hereunder for the prior year, containing the information set out in Section 12 of O.Reg. 82/98. 12. BY-LAW AMENDMENT OR APPEAL 1) Where this By-law or any Development Charge prescribed thereunder is amended or repealed either by order of the -Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) or by resolution of Council, the Town Treasurer shall calculate forthwith the amount of any overpayment to be refunded as a result of said amendment or repeal. 2) Refunds that are required to be paid under subsection 12(1) shall be paid with interest to be calculated as follows: a) Interest shall be calculated from the date on which the overpayment was collected to the date on which the refund is paid; b) The Bank of Canada interest rate in effect on the date of enactment of this by- law shall be used. Page 778 of 816 3) Refunds that are required to be paid under subsection 12(1) shall include the interest owed under this section. 13. BY-LAW INDEXING 1) The Development Charges set out in Schedule “B” to this By-law shall be adjusted annually as of April 1, without amendment to this By-law, in accordance with the most recent twelve month change in the Statistics Canada Quarterly, “Construction Price Statistics”. 14. SEVERABILITY 1) In the event any provision, or part thereof, of this By-law is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be void, voidable, unenforceable or ultra vires, such provision, or part thereof, shall be deemed to be severed, and the remaining portion of such provision and all other provisions of this By-law shall remain in full force and effect. 15. BY-LAW ADMINISTRATION 1) This by-law shall be administered by the Town Treasurer. 16. SCHEDULES TO THE BY-LAW 1) The following Schedules to this By-law form an integral part of this By-law: Schedule A – Schedule of Municipal Services Schedule B – Schedule of Development Charges Schedule C – Schedule of Lands exempt from this By-law. 17. DATE BY-LAW EFFECTIVE 1) This By-law shall come into force and effect on the day of By-law passage. 18. EXISTING BY-LAW REPEAL 1) By-law 3827 is repealed as of the effective date of this By-law. 19. SHORT TITLE 1) This by-law may be cited as the “2019 Town of Tillsonburg Development Charge By-law.” READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. ________________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson Page 779 of 816 SCHEDULE “A” TO BY-LAW 4315 DESIGNATED MUNICIPAL SERVICES UNDER THIS BY-LAW 1) Roads and Related 2) Fire Services 3) Police Services 4) Parks & Recreation 5) Administration Studies Page 780 of 816 SCHEDULE “B” TO BY-LAW 4315 SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES Page 781 of 816 SCHEDULE “C” TO BY-LAW 4315 SCHEDULE OF LANDS EXEMPT FROM THE DEVELOPMENT CHARGE BY-LAW Page 782 of 816 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW 4316 BEING A BY-LAW To Authorize a Municipal Access Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and Execulink Telecom Inc. WHEREAS the Town of Tillsonburg is desirous of entering into an agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and Execulink Telecom Inc., to enable Execulink Telecom Inc. to expand their network services in the Town of Tillsonburg. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg enacts as follows: 1. THAT the agreement attached hereto as Schedule “A” forms part of this By-Law; 2. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be hereby authorized to execute the attached agreement marked as Schedule “A” on behalf of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; 3. AND THAT this By-Law shall come into full force and take effect after the final passing hereof. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. ________________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson Page 783 of 816 Page 784 of 816 Page 785 of 816 Page 786 of 816 Page 787 of 816 Page 788 of 816 Page 789 of 816 Page 790 of 816 Page 791 of 816 Page 792 of 816 Page 793 of 816 Page 794 of 816 Page 795 of 816 Page 796 of 816 Page 797 of 816 Page 798 of 816 Page 799 of 816 Page 800 of 816 Page 801 of 816 Page 802 of 816 Page 803 of 816 Page 804 of 816 Page 805 of 816 Page 806 of 816 Page 807 of 816 Page 808 of 816 Page 809 of 816 Page 810 of 816 Page 811 of 816 Page 812 of 816 Page 813 of 816 Page 814 of 816 Page 815 of 816 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW 4314 BEING A BY-LAW to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 13th day of June, 2019. WHEREAS Section 5 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, provides that the powers of a municipal corporation shall be exercised by its council; AND WHEREAS Section 5 (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, provides that municipal powers shall be exercised by by-law; AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg at this meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law; NOW THEREFORE THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. All actions of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg at its meeting held on June13, 2019, with respect to every report, motion, by-law, or other action passed and taken by the Council, including the exercise of natural person powers, are hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed as if all such proceedings were expressly embodied in this or a separate by-law. 2. The Mayor and Clerk are authorized and directed to do all the things necessary to give effect to the action of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg referred to in the preceding section. 3. The Mayor and the Clerk are authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary in that behalf and to affix thereto the seal of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. 4. This by-law shall come into full force and effect on the day of passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 13th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. ________________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson Page 816 of 816