Minutes (Appointed) - Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee - 20260128
Town of Aurora
Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
7 p.m.
Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner (Chair)
Steve Fleck
Owen Heritage (Vice Chair)
Lil Kim
John David McLaughlin
Heidi Schellhorn
Members Absent: Gino Martino
Other Attendees: Matthew Volpintesta, Manager, Parks and Fleet*
Gary Greidanus, Senior Landscape Architect
Michael Bat, Traffic and Transportation Analyst
Michael Ha, Traffic and Transportation Analyst
Patricia De Sario, Director, Corporate Services/Town Solicitor,
Deputy Clerk
Julia Shipcott, Council/Committee Coordinator
*Attended electronically
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1. Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
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
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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 Lil Kim
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 26, 2025
Moved by Owen Heritage
Seconded by Steve Fleck
1. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
meeting minutes of November 26, 2025, be received for information.
Carried
6. Delegations
6.1 Irina Sfranciog, Resident; Re: Item 7.2 - Traffic Calming Requests on
Limeridge Street and Gateway Drive Update
Irina Sfranciog, on behalf of neighbours and with the assistance of a
presentation, expressed concern regarding speeding vehicles and resident
safety on Limeridge Street, due in part to the street containing no
sidewalks. Further information was provided regarding overgrown
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vegetation on the west side of the north curve affecting sightline visibility.
The delegate asked that the Committee consider the installation of
seasonal bollards in three locations on Limeridge Street to reduce
speeding.
Moved by Owen Heritage
Seconded by Heidi Schellhorn
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 7.2.
Carried
7. Matters for Consideration
7.1 Memorandum from Senior Landscape Architect; Re: Town Trails Update
Staff provided an extensive overview of the Trails Master Plan from its
inception prior to 2011 and outlined plans to connect existing trails to the
Multi-Use Path, to collaborate with developers to design and build
connecting trails within new developments, and to implement wayfinding
and interpretive trail signage.
The Committee suggested the installation of solar lighting in trail areas
adjacent to schools and the incorporation of local Indigenous culture and
heritage on trail signage. Additionally, the Committee expressed interest in
remaining informed on collaborative opportunities to extend existing trails
into neighbouring municipalities and recognized the potential of
promoting Aurora's vast trail system through tourism.
Moved by John David McLaughlin
Seconded by Owen Heritage
1. That the memorandum and presentation regarding Town Trails Update
be received; and
2. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
comments regarding Town Trails Update be received and referred to
staff for consideration and further action as appropriate.
Carried
7.2 Memorandum from Transportation and Traffic Analyst; Re: Traffic Calming
Requests on Limeridge Street and Gateway Drive Update
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(The Limeridge Street portion of Item 7.2 was discussed prior to Item 7.1)
Limeridge Street:
Staff provided the results of recent traffic data studies undertaken and
reported that rights of way allow for potential installation of a sidewalk
along Limeridge Street. Staff advised that due to minimum setback
requirements, installation of speed cushions is limited to one on the west
north-south section of Limeridge Street. Staff also noted that the
implementation of flexible signs are not feasible due to geometrical
constraints and existing spacing between driveways, and advised that due
to minimum setback and distance requirements, installation of speed
cushions is limited to one on the west north-south section of Limeridge
Street.
The Committee encouraged residents to contact York Regional Police for
enforcement, engagement and education support in the neighbourhood,
and to utilize the Road Watch program to report safety concerns. The
Committee suggested the installation of speed display boards, and
management of overgrown boulevard vegetation to ensure sightlines are
maintained. Additionally, the Committee noted that the implementation of
a pilot program to reduce speed limits to 30 km/h on Limeridge Street can
be considered, however the pilot program should not be implemented
concurrently with the installation of one speed cushion on the west branch
of Limeridge Street.
Gateway Drive:
Staff noted that the study area for Gateway Drive is between Pedersen
Drive and Birkshire Drive/Earl Stewart Drive, and a formal petition has not
been provided for the remaining section of Gateway Drive.
The Committee advised that traffic calming measures should be
considered on the entire length of Gateway Drive, and to defer any traffic
calming implementation until a petition is submitted for the remaining
portion of Gateway Drive between St. John’s Sideroad and Pedersen Drive.
The Committee further advised that a visual roadway-narrowing feature
through the addition of a second painted bike lane line can improve safety
for cyclists.
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Moved by Lil Kim
Seconded by Owen Heritage
1. That the memorandum regarding Traffic Calming Requests on
Limeridge Street and Gateway Drive Update be received; and
2. That the Active Transportation and Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
comments regarding Traffic Calming Requests on Limeridge Street
and Gateway Drive Update be received and referred to staff for
consideration and further action as appropriate.
Carried
8. Informational Items
None.
9. New Business
The Committee inquired about the possibility of initiating snow-removal along
the paved pathway connecting John West Way at the Seniors Centre to the
Aurora Family Leisure Complex.
The Committee extended thanks to Operations staff for their sidewalk snow-
clearing efforts.
10. Adjournment
Moved by Lil Kim
Seconded by Heidi Schellhorn
That the meeting be adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
Carried