Date:April 15, 2015 Time:7 p.m. Location:760 Brant St. Date:April 15, 2015 Time:7 p.m. Location:760 Brant St.
1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps Agenda
Introductions H OST : Marianne Meed Ward, Councillor C ITY S TAFF : Jamie Tellier, Planning Georgie Gartside, Notes P ROPERTY O WNER : Jeff Usher, Cherishome Living
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Tonight’s Meeting Voluntary; at my request. No planning application(s) submitted. Inform and seek feedback on proposal.
Planning Act The Planning Act provides authority for applicants (property owners) to submit development applications to redevelop their property. The City is required to process applications. Zoning/Official Plan/Site Plan/Committee of Adjustment
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Marianne: Moderate the evening Listen to your feedback Property Owner: Present proposal Listen to your feedback Answer questions City staff: Answer questions related to planning process, rules and regulations Roles
Rules of Engagement We are here to: –Listen to each other –Share information –Hear the concerns We D ON ’ T need to agree We D O need to be respectful
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Tenant Information
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Cherishome Redevelopment 730/760 Brant Street Public Meeting April 15, 2015
Presentation Outline Introduction Review Proposed Site Plan Questions
Conceptual Street Elevation
Conceptual Condominium Perspective
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Traffic Ghent Ave W. and Hager Ave.: Speed limit reduced to 40km/hr Signs will be posted in the spring Both streets will still be reviewed for traffic calming Residents will be notified of results
Trip Generation Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manuals Industry standard 145 units = 60 two-way trips during the AM peak period This volume, combined with current traffic volume, will be accommodated satisfactorily. Minimum thresholds are far from being met for this intersection.
Traffic Volume Existing volume in AM peak hour = Approximately 100 vehicles (two way) Capacity of a single lane = 800 vehicles/hr or 1600 for both lanes In summary, existing volume is approximately 10% of capacity.
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Questions Comments We will begin with questions first. Comments are welcome after all questions are heard. Each person will be given the opportunity to speak once. If there is time, we will take second-time speakers. Comment sheets are also available.
Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Spectrum of Public Participation 3.Roles 4.Tenant Information 5.Cherishome Living Presentation 6.Traffic Information 7.Questions & Comments 8.Next Steps
Next Steps 1.Cherishome Living will consult with city staff and finalize their plans. 2.Planning application(s) will be made to City. 3.City staff and technical agencies will review plans and provide comments. 4.We will keep you advised. Be sure to sign in and provide address.
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