Agenda (Appointed) - Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee - 20250528Town of Aurora
Active Transportation and
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date:Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Time:7 p.m.
Location:Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
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Pages
1.Call to Order
2.Land Acknowledgement
3.Approval of the Agenda
4.Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
5.Receipt of the Minutes
5.1 Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes of January 22, 2025
1
That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory
Committee meeting minutes of January 22, 2025, be received for
information.
1.
6.Delegations
7.Matters for Consideration
7.1 Memorandum from Transportation and Traffic Analyst; Re: Request for
Traffic Calming Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and McClenny
Drive
5
That the memorandum regarding Request for Traffic Calming
Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and McClenny Drive be
received; and
1.
That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory2.
Committee comments regarding Request for Traffic Calming
Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and McClenny Drive be
received and referred to staff for consideration and further
action as appropriate.
8.Informational Items
8.1 Memorandum from Manager of Parks and Fleet; Re: Request for Trail
Maintenance - Tim Jones Trail within the Arboretum
9
That the memorandum regarding Request for Trail Maintenance
- Tim Jones Trail within the Arboretum be received for
information.
1.
9.New Business
10.Adjournment
Town of Aurora
Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
7 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner (Chair)
Steve Fleck
Owen Heritage (Vice Chair)
David McLaughlin
Gino Martino
Heidi Schellhorn
Members Absent: Lil Kim
Other Attendees: Michael Bat, Traffic and Transportation Analyst
Michael Ha, Traffic and Transportation Analyst
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order
1.1 Appointment of Committee Vice Chair
Moved by Heidi Schellhorn
Seconded by David McLaughlin
1. That Owen Heritage be appointed as Vice Chair of the Active
Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for a two-year
term (2025-2026).
Carried
Introductions were made around the table.
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2. Land Acknowledgement
The Committee acknowledged that the meeting took place on Anishinaabe lands,
the traditional and treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island,
recognizing the many other Nations whose presence here continues to this day,
the special relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this
territory, and that Aurora has shared responsibility for the stewardship of these
lands and waters. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty lands of the
Mississaugas and Chippewas, recognized through Treaty #13 and the Williams
Treaties of 1923.
3. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Owen Heritage
Seconded by Gino Martino
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
4. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
5. Receipt of the Minutes
5.1 Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes of November 27, 2024
Moved by Steve Fleck
Seconded by Owen Heritage
1. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
meeting minutes of November 27, 2024, be received for information.
Carried
6. Delegations
None.
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January 22, 2025 3
7. Matters for Consideration
7.1 Memorandum from Transportation and Traffic Analyst; Re: Yonge Street
Active Transportation Facilities Draft Design Presentation
Courtney Hough, Project Manager, Ainley Group, presented an overview of
the Yonge Street Active Transportation Facility project, located on Yonge
Street from Bloomington Road to Industrial Parkway South, including the
project timeline, purpose, scope and status; active transportation facility
types and options; design considerations and opportunities; evaluation
matrix criteria per category; and next steps involving review of public
feedback, collaboration with stakeholders, and selection of the preferred
active transportation facility.
The Committee provided feedback on various aspects including the
preference for Option 3, a multi-use pathway (MUP) on the west side of
Yonge Street, noting it may be the most economical solution; the need for
discussions with Metrolinx regarding the reconstruction of their railway
overhead bridge to the north of Industrial Parkway South and how to
connect an MUP with the existing sidewalk and beyond the bridge; the
recommendation to go out to tender between late fall and early spring for
best pricing; and the suggestion to explore available grant funding. The
Committee suggested that an additional public open house be held with a
further follow-up with the Committee once 60% detailed design has been
completed.
The Committee, staff and consultant further discussed right of ways;
volume of usage; signalization of intersections; options in the context of
York Region’s future BRT project and the Metrolinx bridge reconstruction;
pedestrian and street lighting; grading next to the cemetery, and regional
involvement in the project.
The Committee provided background information regarding the York
Region plan for a future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor along the subject
section of Yonge Street down to Richmond Hill, noting the Region is
responsible for the roadway, boulevard, and utilities while the municipality
is responsible for the sidewalk or MUP in place of a sidewalk.
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Moved by Owen Heritage
Seconded by Gino Martino
1. That the memorandum regarding Yonge Street Active Transportation
Facilities Draft Design Presentation be received; and
2. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
comments regarding Yonge Street Active Transportation Facilities
Draft Design Presentation be received and referred to staff for
consideration and further action as appropriate; and
3. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
requests to explore the possibility of an additional Public Open House
regarding the Yonge Street Active Transportation Facilities Draft Design
and further consultation with the Committee as the project progresses.
Carried as amended
8. Informational Items
None.
9. New Business
The Committee inquired about the feasibility of having the snow plowed on the
trail between the Aurora Seniors' Centre and the Aurora Family Leisure Complex.
The Chair advised that this would require Council approval of a change in service
level, possibly through a member motion to Council in a future meeting cycle.
10. Adjournment
Moved by Owen Heritage
Seconded by Heidi Schellhorn
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Carried
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Memorandum
Planning and Development Services
Re: Request for Traffic Calming Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and
McClenny Drive
To: Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
From: Michael Ha, Transportation and Traffic Analyst
Date: May 28, 2025
Recommendation
1. That the memorandum regarding Request for Traffic Calming Measures on
Heathwood Heights Drive and McClenny Drive be received; and
2. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee comments
regarding Request for Traffic Calming Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and
McClenny Drive be received and referred to staff for consideration and further action
as appropriate.
Background
In response to requests received from residents, staff have completed traffic calming
warrant analyses following the procedures and methodologies outlined in the Town’s
Traffic Calming Policy at the following locations:
Heathwood Heights Drive between Williamson Terrace and Tribbling Crescent
(east leg)
McClenny Drive between Henderson Drive and Willis Drive
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Request for Traffic Calming Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and McClenny Drive
May 28, 2025 Page 2 of 3
Analysis
Existing Road Conditions
Heathwood
Heights Drive:
Is a two-lane minor collector road with single lane per travel
direction. It has an urban cross-section with curbs on both sides of
the road and sidewalks provided along the south side of the road.
The existing pavement is measured 8.5 metres wide and in
accordance with the Town Zoning By-law No. 4574-04.T the posted
speed limit is 40 km/h.
McClenny Drive: Is a two-lane local road with single lane per travel direction. It has
an urban cross-section with curbs on both sides of the road and
sidewalks provided along the west/north side of the road. The
existing pavement is measured 8.0 metres wide and in accordance
with the Town Zoning By-law No. 4574-04.T the posted speed limit
is 40 km/h.
Traffic Calming Assessment
As set out in the Town’s Traffic Calming Policy, there are three requirements (warrants)
that must be met for traffic calming measures to be considered:
Warrant No. 1
(Petition):
To ensure that residents in the immediate area are in support of
traffic calming measures. The minimum threshold is 70% of
households on the street.
Warrant No. 2
(Safety
Requirements):
To ensure traffic calming measures are installed to improve traffic
safety. A continuous sidewalk must be on at least one side of the
street and the road grade be less than 5%.
Warrant No. 3
(Technical
Requirements):
To ensure that traffic calming measures are implemented on
streets that have a proven need for such measures. The 85th
percentile speed over a seven-day period must be a minimum of 15
km/h over the posted speed limit, and the minimum traffic volume
is 1,500 vehicles per day.
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Request for Traffic Calming Measures on Heathwood Heights Drive and McClenny Drive
May 28, 2025 Page 3 of 3
The subject locations have satisfied warrant no. 1 and warrant no. 2. Traffic data was
collected at the subject locations over a seven-day period to complete the analysis on
warrant no. 3 (Table 1).
Table 1: Traffic Calming Warrant Analysis Summary (Warrant no. 3)
Locations
Requirements
Yes
/
No
Minimum Speed (85th
Percentile Minimum 15 km/h
Over Posted Speed Limit)
Minimum Volumes
(Between 1,500 and
8,000 Vehicles Per Day)
Heathwood Heights Drive
Heathwood Heights Drive
east of Williamson Terrace
8 km/h Over Posted Speed
Limit 728 Vehicles Per Day No
Heathwood Heights Drive
east of Meadowood Drive
7 km/h Over Posted Speed
Limit 229 Vehicles Per Day No
McClenny Drive
McClenny Drive north of
Henderson Drive
7 km/h Over Posted Speed
Limit 470 Vehicles Per Day No
McClenny Drive north of
Willis Drive
7 km/h Over Posted Speed
Limit 347 Vehicles Per Day No
Based on the requirements outlined in the Traffic Calming Policy, traffic calming
measures are not warranted at the subject locations on Heathwood Heights Drive and
McClenny Drive.
Attachments
1. Subject Locations
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Memorandum
Operational Services
Re: Request for Trail Maintenance - Tim Jones Trail within the Arboretum
To: Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
From: Matthew Volpintesta, Manager of Parks & Fleet
Date: May 28, 2025
Recommendation
1. That the memorandum regarding Request for Trail Maintenance - Tim Jones Trail
within the Arboretum be received for information.
Background
Interest in increasing service level of winter maintenance on trail between Aurora Seniors
Centre (ASC) and Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC).
At the January 22, 2025, Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
(ATTSAC) meeting the following inquiry was brought forward during new business:
Inquiry into the feasibility of having the snow plowed on the trail between the
ASC and the AFLC. The Chair advised that this requires Council approval of a
change in service level, possibly through a member motion to Council, for them
to explore with staff.
Current service levels do not include regular winter maintenance of trails and pathways
within parks and open spaces.
Operational Services are responsible for maintaining a total of 254 km of sidewalks, of
which 153 km are classified as primary sidewalks. At the beginning of a snowfall event
in Aurora, sidewalks, especially those around schools, hospitals, and public
transportation, are prioritized for snow plowing, with main roads and high-traffic areas
receiving the first attention. These designated primary sidewalks receive priority for
winter maintenance to ensure safe and accessible pedestrian routes in key areas,
including sidewalks along regional roads. Secondary routes consist of lower-volume
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Request for Trail Maintenance - Tim Jones Trail within the Arboretum
May 28, 2025 Page 2 of 3
local roads. As this trail does not fall within the criteria of a primary or secondary
sidewalk, it does not meet the requirements for winter maintenance under the Town’s
existing service levels. In addition, the Parks Division service level standards does not
allow for winter maintenance of trail or pathways in parks or open spaces or trail
networks.
Analysis
Operational Services staff investigated winter maintenance request for the trail portion
along the Tim Jones Trail and cannot support the request due to various factors,
including environmental impacts and increased service level.
Staff conducted a review of the request to provide winter maintenance, including
plowing and salting, on the Tim Jones Trail, within the Aurora Community Arboretum
(ACA) extending from the ASC located at 100 John West Way to the AFLC
approximately 800 m in length.
After careful deliberation, Operational Services has determined that it cannot support
this request at this time due to environmental and operational concerns. This trail also
includes a wooden bridge, which staff would not be able to plow due to the material
composition of the bridge. The trail is situated within a designated flood plain, and its
winter maintenance would necessitate the application of salt to manage snow and ice
accumulation to prevent slips and falls. Given its proximity to stormwater management
ponds and streams, the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) would not
endorse the use of salt in this area due to potential adverse environmental impacts on
water quality and local ecosystems.
Furthermore, Operational Services does not maintain trails or multi-use paths within
Town during the winter season, as certain locations present unique challenges. Trails
located in flood plains are particularly susceptible to ice buildup due to prolonged
exposure to winter elements. Applying de-icing materials in these sensitive areas raises
environmental concerns, as runoff could compromise water quality and disrupt local
ecosystems.
In addition, this request constitutes an enhanced service level that is not supported in
the Town’s current Winter Maintenance Program or Operating Budget.
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Request for Trail Maintenance - Tim Jones Trail within the Arboretum
May 28, 2025 Page 3 of 3
Taking these factors into account, Operational Services is unable to support this
request for winter maintenance on this trail network.
Aurora Community Arboretum does not support regular trail maintenance through these
environmentally sensitive lands.
Staff have consulted with the ACA Board and, due to the sensitivity of the lands being
within floodplain and the use of salt to ensure minimum maintenance standards are
met, ACA staff share concerns with Town staff regarding salt sensitivity in the area and
potential impact to natural vegetation and introduced commemorative plantings in
addition to the impact to the watercourses and table in the surrounding area.
Attachments
None.
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