Public input was essential to the success of this project. Residents of the Napier Street and Stegman’s Mill Road community were invited to learn more about the study in a virtual Public Information Session on Nov. 23, 2021, at 7 p.m.
The master plan will confirm community transportation needs and support a strategy that focuses on street connectivity, accessibility and support for pedestrians, cyclists, transit users and vehicles into 2051.
The recommended Kirby Road improvements include widening from two to four lanes and urbanization, in-boulevard cycle tracks and sidewalks on both sides of the road, eliminating the jog at Kirby Road and Jane Street, and the grade Separation (underpass) of the Barrie Go Rail line.
DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
Development Planning staff provides professional planning advice and information with respect to current land use issues and undertakes the review and processing of a variety of Development Applications submitted to the City including:
As Vaughan’s population and travel needs grow, TDM will be increasingly necessary to promote efficient movement. A variety of TDM strategies at a number of scales, ranging from building-specific efforts to regional initiatives such as the successful Smart Commute program will assist in reducing single-occupant vehicle travel and congestion.
The following are a few examples of TDM measures:
Transportation is the single largest source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in Canada and anyone can help reduce their harmful effects by choosing sustainable transportation over car use. Transportation accounts for about 25 percent of total emissions, and Environment Canada has estimated that for every 2,000 litres of gasoline consumed, the average car produces 4,720 kg of carbon dioxide, 186.6 kg of carbon monoxide, 28 kg of volatile organic compounds and 25.6 kg of nitrogen oxides.
What is a stormwater management facility?
Stormwater management facilities include wet ponds, dry ponds, wetlands, underground storage chambers and other stormwater infrastructure implemented to drain stormwater runoff.
Why are they needed?
A stormwater management facility reduces volume, flow rates and pollutants from stormwater runoff.
The City of Vaughan is undertaking important municipal infrastructure improvements in the Old Maple area, including watermain replacement, drainage improvements, storm sewer enhancements and road reconstruction work. These enhancements support the City’s continued commitment to ensuring long-term sustainability of municipal infrastructure.
