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1 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN W.P City of Ottawa CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PROVINCIAL TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES (2000) GROUP B PROJECT MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION EASTERN REGION DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT November 2014

2 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN W.P City of Ottawa CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PROVINCIAL TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES (2000) GROUP B PROJECT MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION EASTERN REGION Prepared for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation by: MMM Group Limited Prepared by: Reviewed by: Anita Sott Assistant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Tim Dickinson, MCIP, RPP Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Project Manager MMM Group Ltd.

3 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report THE PUBLIC RECORD Copies of this Design and Construction Report are available for review at the following locations: City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ce document hautement spécialisé n est disponible qu en anglais en vertu du règlement 671/92, qui en exempte l application de la Loi sur les services en français. Pour de l aide en français, veuillez communiquer avec Heather Edwardson, ministère des Transports, au MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page i

4 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 OVERVIEW OF THE UNDERTAKING PROJECT SUMMARY Introduction Background Preliminary Design Study Detail Design Study Purpose & General Description of the Undertaking (Recommended Plan) Consultation Environmental Assessment Process Purpose of the Design and Construction Report CONSULTATION PROCESS CONSULTATION DURING PRELIMINARY DESIGN EXTERNAL AGENCY CONSULTATION DURING DETAIL DESIGN Consultation with Local Elected Representatives Consultation with Aboriginal Communities Consultation with External Agencies Technical Advisory Committee Comments Received from External Agencies PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT DURING DETAIL DESIGN Project Website Letter Notifications Newspaper Notifications Public Information Centre Comments Received from Members of the Public DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE RECOMMENDED PLAN Overpass Structure Replacement Major Features of the Proposed Work Construction Staging Area Traffic Barriers Drainage Illumination and ATMS Signage Traffic Signals Utilities Fencing Context Sensitive Design Landscape Plan TRAFFIC / CONSTRUCTION STAGING ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND COMMITMENTS NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Fish and Fish Habitat Vegetation Wildlife and Species at Risk Designated Natural Areas Hydrology / Surface Water Erosion and Sediment Control Waste and Contamination / Management of Excess Materials SOCIAL / ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT Greenways and Open Space Linkages Land Use MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page ii

5 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Aesthetics and Landscape Traffic Operations Pedestrian Access Property Requirements Air Quality Noise Utilities CULTURAL ENVIRONMENT Cultural Heritage Archaeology SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS, PROPOSED MITIGATION, COMMITMENTS TO FURTHER WORK MONITORING LIST OF APPENDICES Appendix A: Notification Material Appendix B: Public Information Centre Summary Report & Appendices Appendix C: Agency Correspondence Appendix D: Public Correspondence LIST OF EXHIBITS Exhibit 1-1: Project Limits... 1 Exhibit 1-2: Overview of Class EA Process for Group B Projects... 6 Exhibit 3-1: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass General Arrangement Exhibit 3-2: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan Exhibit 3-3: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan (Continued) Exhibit 3-4: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan (Continued) Exhibit 3-5: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan (Continued) Exhibit 3-6: Temporary Construction Staging Area Exhibit 3-7: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Temporary Construction Staging Area Configuration Exhibit 3-8: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan Black Picket Fence Detail Exhibit 3-9: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Landscape Plan Exhibit 3-10: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Landscape Plan (Continued) Exhibit 3-11: Summary of Traffic / Construction Staging Work Stage Locations Exhibit 4-1: Existing Vegetation within the Study Area Exhibit 4-2: Highway 417 Full Closure Rapid Replacement Detour Routes LIST OF TABLES Table 2-1: Summary of External Agency Comments Table 2-2: Summary of Public Comments Table 3-1: Traffic/Construction Staging Table 4-1: Preliminary Design Summary of Environmental Concerns and Commitments Table 4-2: Potential Provincially Significant Plant Species within the Study Area Table 4-3: Summary of Lane/Ramp Closures Table 4-4: Summary of Environmental Concerns and Commitments MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page iii

6 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report GLOSSARY ANSI ATMS CA MTO CLASS EA DCR EA ERD GWP MNR MTO NSP OPP OPSS PIC ROW SP TESR WP AREA OF NATURAL OR SCIENTIFIC INTEREST ADVANCED TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION S CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PROVINCIAL TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES (1999, AS AMENDED 2000) DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REFERENCE FOR HIGHWAY DESIGN GROUP WORK PROJECT ONTARIO MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES ONTARIO MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION NON-STANDARD SPECIAL PROVISION ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE ONTARIO PROVINCIAL STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE RIGHT-OF-WAY STANDARD PROVISION TRANSPORTATION ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY REPORT WORK PROJECT MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page iv

7 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 1 OVERVIEW OF THE UNDERTAKING 1.1 PROJECT SUMMARY INTRODUCTION In 2011, the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project (WP ), as part of the overall Queensway Expansion from Highway 416 to Anderson Road. The project limits are illustrated in Exhibit 1-1 and extend along Highway 417 from Bank Street to Lyon Street. Exhibit 1-1: Project Limits This Design and Construction Report (DCR) presents the results of the transportation engineering and environmental assessment study, in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the MTO s Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The purpose of this DCR is to document the existing conditions, the study process, the feedback received through consultation activities, the detail design (Recommended Plan), potential environmental impacts and proposed mitigation strategy for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 1

8 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report BACKGROUND PRELIMINARY DESIGN STUDY Highway 417 is the major east-west provincial transportation corridor in the Ottawa area that provides for inter-city and local travel. Construction of Highway 417 started in the 1950s to provide a controlled-access highway to replace Highway 17. Over the years, Highway 417 has been expanded to serve growing travel demand and traffic volumes. In response to growing traffic volumes in the City of Ottawa, in summer 2002 the MTO initiated a comprehensive operational review of Highway 417 (Queensway) from west of Highway 416 easterly to Anderson Road (GWP ). This study evaluated opportunities to optimize the use of the existing facility, while providing for the efficient movement of people and goods and reducing traffic congestion. It examined existing and future problems and opportunities and provided a Recommended Plan to guide the evolution of the Queensway over the next 20 years. The study examined the mainline, as well as all interchanges and crossing roadways within the study limits. The Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B projects under the MTO Class EA. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in August This study identified various concerns within the study area, including: Insufficient capacity to accommodate existing and projected travel demands for the study corridor; Locations on Highway 417 with higher than expected collision frequency (typically associated with recurring congestion); The standards used for the original construction and subsequent modifications to Highway 417 through the study area have resulted in a number of features that are considered atypical in the context of current design practice (including mainline horizontal and vertical alignment elements, ramp geometry and lane/shoulder widths); and The majority of the existing highway infrastructure is in need of significant rehabilitation and/or replacement over the planning horizon (the next 20 years) in order to maintain its functionality. A Recommended Plan was developed to address these concerns, which included: Widening Highway 417 from three to four mainline lanes in each direction from Highway 416 to Carling Avenue and from Metcalfe Street to Ottawa-Road (OR) 174; Retaining the existing number of mainline lanes from Carling Avenue to Metcalfe Street; Widening Highway 417 from two to three lanes in each direction from OR 174 to east of Walkley Road; Retaining the basic horizontal and vertical geometry throughout; Modifying the interchanges at Richmond Road, Greenbank Road, Woodroffe Avenue, Carling Avenue, Parkdale Avenue, Bronson Avenue, Lyon Street, Nicholas Street and St. Laurent Boulevard to improve safety and traffic operations; Revising/enhancing the drainage system to accommodate the proposed widening; Rehabilitating pavement, bridges and the illumination system as required; Upgrading the existing Advance Traffic Management System including additional pavement loop detectors, cameras, changeable message signs and queue end warning devices; MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 2

9 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Upgrading the noise walls to current standards; and Replacing/enhancing landscaping DETAIL DESIGN STUDY PURPOSE & GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE UNDERTAKING (RECOMMENDED PLAN) This detail design study was undertaken to prepare the approved preliminary design concepts for implementation, including preparation of contract drawings and tender documents. Existing Structural Conditions The Highway 417 Kent Street overpass is located on Highway 417 at the intersection with Kent Street and is oriented in an east-west direction. The structure carries three lanes of eastbound traffic and four lanes of westbound traffic on Highway 417 over Kent Street. The overpass was constructed in 1965 and last rehabilitated in It includes two single variable span and variable depth voided slab bridges across Highway 417 westbound lanes and eastbound lanes. The bridges are separated by a longitudinal expansion joint at the median. A detailed condition survey was conducted in 2010 and indicated that the concrete overlay on the bridge deck has reached the end of its service life, as it has debonded with the original concrete deck which increases the risk of moisture penetration. Replacement of the top slab requires a complete deck replacement. Recommended Plan This project includes the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structures using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities, including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works, including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street), and Chamberlain Avenue between Bank Street and Bronson Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will include Percy Street between Catherine Street to Chamberlain Avenue, and Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. A more comprehensive description of the recommended plan is provided in Chapter 3.0 of this report. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 3

10 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report CONSULTATION Throughout the duration of the detail design study, local elected representatives, Aboriginal communities, external agencies, interest groups, and members of the general public were encouraged to participate through a proactive consultation plan that included notification letters, newspaper notices, a Public Information Centre (PIC), and a project website. Stakeholder comments provided throughout the study were taken into consideration during the refinement of the detail design. Specific concerns related to the need to protect City of Ottawa infrastructure in the vicinity of the proposed works, and impacts to neighbourhood traffic and access to local businesses and private properties on Chamberlain Avenue during required road closures. A more comprehensive discussion of comments received is included in Chapter 2.0 of this report ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PROCESS The Ministry of Transportation s Class Environmental Assessment (MTO Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities was approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act (OEAA) in fall 1999, and was amended in This planning document defines groups of projects and activities and the environmental assessment process that MTO has committed to follow for these undertakings. Provided that this process is followed, projects and activities included under the MTO Class EA do not require formal review or approval under the OEAA. There is an opportunity at any time during the MTO Class EA process for interested persons to provide comments and review outstanding issues. The MTO Class EA process is principle-based. Where appropriate, this DCR references the principles applied and how they were achieved during the environmental assessment process. The following principles underlie the MTO Class EA process: Transportation engineering principles; Environmental protection principles; External consultation principles; Evaluation principles that are intended to achieve the best overall balance of these principles; Documentation principles; Bump-up principles; and Environmental clearance principles to proceed. As part of the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study, a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR), entitled Highway 417 (Ottawa Queensway) from Highway 416 Easterly to Anderson Road Preliminary Design Study and Environmental Assessment, G.W.P was prepared and filed for public and agency review. The TESR described the recommended improvements on Highway 417, anticipated environmental effects and proposed mitigation measures, and was filed for a 30-day public review period to provide interested stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the report. During the 30-day public review of the TESR, 9 bump-up requests (i.e. request for a Part II Order) were made for this project. MTO undertook additional consultation with bump-up requestors in order to address outstanding concerns. However, agreements with requestors were not achieved. The Minister of the Environment denied the bump-up requests through correspondence issued to each requestor on August 1, MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 4

11 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report This detail design study is being carried out in accordance with the approved planning process for Group B projects (Exhibit 1-2). Following the 30-day public review of this DCR, the project will have met the requirements of the MTO Class EA. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 5

12 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 1-2: Overview of Class EA Process for Group B Projects (Excerpt from the Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities [2000]) MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 6

13 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report PURPOSE OF THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT This DCR has been prepared for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project in accordance with the requirements of the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the MTO Class EA. The DCR is intended to document the following: Transportation engineering and environmental issues and their impact on the EA process; Changes in existing environmental conditions from those documented in preliminary design; Environmental concerns and commitments; Anticipated environmental impacts and commitments to mitigation measures (to be included in the contract documents); Description of the consultation program carried out during detail design; Identification of all project approvals, licenses and permits that have been or must be obtained prior to construction; Implementation of the commitments to further work contained in the Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR), including any environmental effects monitoring that is required; and Construction documentation, as required. As outlined above, approval of the DCR marks the final task in the detail design portion of the EA process. The Notice of Submission has been published concurrent with the filing of this DCR for a 30- day public review period, and identified the start and end dates for the DCR review period, as well as the addresses and hours of operation for the review locations. Additional information is available in the contract drawings and specifications. The Project Team is available to discuss information provided within this report or project-related inquiries and can be contacted as follows: Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario K1V 0Y3 Tel: x (toll free) Fax: regels@mmm.ca Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation, Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Street, Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel: (toll free) Fax: peter.freure@ontario.ca Mr. Tim Dickinson, MCIP, RPP Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario K1V 0Y3 Tel: x (toll free) Fax: dickinsont@mmm.ca Mr. Kevin Ogilvie MTO Senior Environmental Planner Ministry of Transportation, Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Street, Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel: (toll free) Fax: kevin.ogilvie@ontario.ca MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 7

14 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 2 CONSULTATION PROCESS Consistent with the requirements for Group B projects under the MTO Class EA, consultation with federal, provincial and municipal agencies, Aboriginal communities, local elected representatives, interest groups, and members of the public was on-going throughout all stages of the project. 2.1 CONSULTATION DURING PRELIMINARY DESIGN Consultation during the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study Phase ( ) consisted of the following: Ontario Government Notices advertising study commencement and three rounds of Public Information Centres (PICs); Direct letter mailings; Preparation of a Study Design Report outlining how the study would be carried out; On-going maintenance of the external agency and public mailing list developed during Preliminary Design; Meetings with Municipal Technical Advisory and Public Advisory Committees (MTAC and PAC) to facilitate identification of concerns and evaluation of alternatives, with regular meetings held throughout the duration of the study; Presentations to the City of Ottawa Transportation Committee; Three PICs as follows: o Public Involvement Centre #1, held on January 21, 22, 23, and 30, 2003, to review preliminary drawings, present preliminary background inventory work, the proposed evaluation techniques, and to seek input on the Study Design Report and the overall perceived needs within the study area; o Public Involvement Centre #2, held on Jun 21, 22 and 23, 2004, to present and seek public comments on the alternatives and the technically preferred alternatives as identified by the study team; o Public Involvement Centre #3, held on June 20, 21 and 22, 2005, to present and seek public comments on the Recommended Plan as presented at a preliminary design level of detail; A notice announcing submission of the Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) for public review and comment. Throughout the duration of the study, members of the public, interest groups, and external agencies were encouraged to participate. This proactive approach provided an opportunity for all interested stakeholders to comment both on the process and the study findings. During the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study, Environment Canada provided advice on the investigation of environmental issues, and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (presently Aboriginal and Northern Affairs Canada) provided contact information for Aboriginal communities. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 8

15 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Comments received during the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study from members of the public generally indicated: Support for prioritizing public transit; Support for the proposed widening; Concerns about traffic operations and safety; and Concerns about loss of green space, impacts to property, neighbourhoods, and air quality, and impacts from noise and vibration. As previously noted, a TESR was prepared as part of the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study and described the recommended improvements on Highway 417, anticipated environmental effects and proposed mitigation measures. The TESR was filed for a 30-day public review period, during which 9 bump-up requests (i.e. request for a Part II Order) were made for this project. Following additional consultation between MTO and bump-up requestors to address outstanding concerns, agreements were not achieve and the Minister of the Environment denied the bump-up requests through correspondence issued to each requestor on August 1, EXTERNAL AGENCY CONSULTATION DURING DETAIL DESIGN A comprehensive Consultation Plan was developed for the detail design phase to address the requirements of the MTO Class EA process and to place emphasis on consultation with the stakeholders most directly affected by the project. As per the Consultation Plan, stakeholders were kept informed of the project and were asked for input through the use of conventional, effective consultation methods, including: Ontario Government Notices published in local newspapers; Notification letters/ s to local elected representatives, Aboriginal communities, external agency representatives, interest groups, and members of the public; Correspondence and meetings with a Technical Advisory Committee and other stakeholders; A Public Information Centre; Project website updates; and Filing of this Design and Construction Report (DCR) for a 30-day public review period. An Aboriginal Consultation Plan was also developed for detail design. All consultation with Aboriginal communities was carried out in conformance with the Provincial Environmental Planning Office Infobulletin: Consultation with Aboriginal Peoples, Interim Direction (December 2009) CONSULTATION WITH LOCAL ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES On October 9, 2013, letters were sent to local elected representatives to announce the commencement of the detail design study. These letters included summaries of the project components and an overview of the study process. A copy of the Study Commencement letter sent to local elected representatives is provided in Appendix A. On June 17, 2014, letters were sent to local elected representatives inviting them to attend the Public Information Centre (PIC) held on July 9, 2014 (see Appendix B) (see Section for more details on the PIC). MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 9

16 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report On November 19, 2014, letters were sent to local elected representatives announcing the submission of the DCR for a 30-day public review period, and identified the start and end dates for the DCR review period and the addresses and hours of operation for the review locations. A copy of the Notice of Submission letter sent to local elected representatives is provided in Appendix A. The following local elected representatives were contacted: City of Ottawa Chair of Transportation Committee of Council City of Ottawa Mayor City of Ottawa Councillor Somerset Ward (Ward 14) City of Ottawa Councillor Capital Ward (Ward 17) MP Ottawa Centre MPP Ottawa Centre CONSULTATION WITH ABORIGINAL COMMUNITIES On October 9, 2013, letters were sent to Aboriginal communities announcing the commencement of detail design. These letters included summaries of the project components, the study process, and information regarding potential cultural and environmental impacts. A copy of the Study Commencement letter sent to Aboriginal communities is provided in Appendix A. On June 17, 2014, letters were sent to Aboriginal communities inviting them to attend the Public Information Centre (PIC), which was held on July 9, 2014 (see Appendix B). On November 19, 2014, letters were sent to Aboriginal communities announcing the submission of the DCR for a 30-day public review period, and identified the start and end dates for the DCR review period and the addresses and hours of operation for the review locations. A copy of the Notice of Submission letter sent to Aboriginal communities is provided in Appendix A. The following Aboriginal communities were contacted: Alderville First Nation Algonquins Consultation Office Algonquins of Pikwakanagan Ottawa Algonquin First Nation Beausoleil First Nation Chippewas of Georgina Island Curve Lake First Nation Hiawatha First Nation Métis Nation of Ontario Consultation Unit Ottawa Region Métis Council Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Moose Deer Point First Nation MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 10

17 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report CONSULTATION WITH EXTERNAL AGENCIES On October 16, 2013, letters were also sent to external agency representatives from provincial ministries, federal agencies, the City of Ottawa, utilities, and interest groups to announce the commencement of the detail design study. An Agency Comment Form was enclosed to give external agencies the opportunity to express any concerns or interests regarding the project and submit any additional comments including identification of required permits or approvals. Copies of the Study Commencement letter and Agency Comment Form sent to external agencies are provided in Appendix A. On June 25, 2014, letters were sent to external agency representatives inviting them to attend the Public Information Centre (PIC), which was held on July 9, 2014 (see Appendix B). On November 24, 2014, letters were sent to external agency representatives to announce the submission of the DCR for a 30-day public review period, and identified the start and end dates for the DCR review period and the addresses and hours of operation for the review locations. A copy of the Notice of Submission letter sent to external agency representatives is provided in Appendix A. The following external agencies were contacted: Federal Agencies Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada National Capital Commission Provincial Ministries/Agencies Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs Ministry of Community and Social Services Ministry of Economic Development and Trade Ministry of the Environment Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Ministry of Natural Resources Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Ontario East Economic Development Commission Municipalities and Local Agencies City of Ottawa Area Traffic Management City of Ottawa Design and Construction Municipal (West) City of Ottawa Design and Installation City of Ottawa Environmental Engineering City of Ottawa ESD Network Implementation City of Ottawa Infrastructure Renewal City of Ottawa Public Works City of Ottawa Sustainable Transportation City of Ottawa Traffic Assessment City of Ottawa Traffic Operations MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 11

18 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report City of Ottawa Traffic Management City of Ottawa Traffic Safety and Mobility City of Ottawa Traffic Signal Installation City of Ottawa Transportation Planning Emergency Services Ottawa Central Ambulance Communications Centre Ottawa Fire Services Ottawa Police Utilities Allstream Bell Canada Cogeco Inc. Enbridge Gas Distribution Hydro Ottawa Limited Rogers Sprint Canada Telus Corporation TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE A Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) was formed to identify and resolve technical issues throughout the detail design process. To facilitate this coordination, a TAC contact list was developed and included representatives from City of Ottawa staff and the National Capital Commission. TAC members were kept informed through study notification letters and formal TAC meetings. In addition, a total of 4 TAC meetings were held for this project. The first TAC meeting was held on September 12, 2012 and the last meeting was held on January 23, In general, technical aspects of the Queensway Expansion projects from Parkdale Avenue to Ottawa Road 174 were discussed during the TAC meetings, including: potential utility conflicts (including the need for protection and/or relocation of utilities within the corridor); construction, traffic and pedestrian staging during the projects; temporary/permanent signage; illumination requirements; and the need for coordination with other projects on-going within the study area. The TAC meeting notes are on file with the Ministry of Transportation COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM EXTERNAL AGENCIES Table 2-1 provides a summary of comments received from external agencies. Copies of comments received are provided in Appendix C. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 12

19 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Table 2-1: Summary of External Agency Comments NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT AGENCY COMMENTS RECEIVED HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT STUDY COMMENCEMENT 1 Oct. 22, 2013 / Alderville First Nation Project deemed a level 3 project having minimal potential impact to Alderville First Nations rights. Requested to keep Alderville First Nation apprised of any archaeological findings, burial sites or any environmental impacts, should A response was not required. 2 Oct. 16, 2013 / 3 Oct. 17, 2013 / 4 Oct. 17, 2013 / 5 Oct. 22, 2013 / City of Ottawa, Traffic Control Engineer, Traffic Operations Division City of Ottawa, Senior Engineer, Road Renewal City of Ottawa, Senior Engineer, Watermain Renewal National Capital Commission, Senior Land Use Planner any occur. Confirmed representation of the City of Ottawa Traffic Operations Division on the TAC. No comments at this time. The City of Ottawa Asset Management Branch requested to be involved in the TAC. The City has a large diameter watermain and local sewers and watermains along Chamberlain Avenue adjacent to the site. It will be necessary to protect this infrastructure during the bridge replacement project and it may be necessary to replace the local sewers and watermains prior to the work starting. Requested further details about the project. Requested to participate in the TAC and expressed interest in the consistent aesthetic treatment and implementation of the Queensway Context Sensitive Design treatment, and local underpass treatment. A response was not required. A response was not required. The individual was invited to participate in a TAC meeting on January 23, Separate meetings to address watermain issues with City staff were held on February 7, 2014 and on June 24, A response was sent on Nov. 12, 2014 and included the following: Please be advised that the project design team is committed to the continued implementation of the CSD concept in the current detail design assignment. Recommendations for the CSD design treatments of bridges and substructures included in the Context Sensitive Design Concepts for the Queensway Highway 417 report (2011) that will be incorporated as part of this project include: an architectural motif incorporated into the bridge wing wall surface to represent an upward arching pilaster; use of MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 13

20 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 6 Oct. 23, 2013 / AGENCY COMMENTS RECEIVED HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT Telus, Design Specialist Confirmed no conflicts with Telus utilities. transparent panels as part of the snow fence across the north side of the overpass structure where it crosses Kent Street to provide a visual connection to the neighbourhood for users of the Queensway; and underdeck lighting. In addition, CSD design treatments will also be incorporated as part of the reinstatement of the temporary construction staging area, which will be located within the MTO right-ofway on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Kent Street and Bank Street. Black vinyl chain link fencing will be used to replace the existing chain link fencing which borders the embankment and which will be removed as part of the staging area preparation. The portion of existing chain link fencing running along the back of the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street adjacent to the bridge will be replaced with black picket fencing matching the new black vinyl chain link fence height. Enhanced landscaping will be implemented in the following locations: within the temporary construction staging area; within the northeast quadrant of the MTO right-of-way on the east side of the overpass structure and north of Highway 417; and within the southwest quadrant on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp embankment. The landscape design includes low maintenance, native species which have high durability (i.e. salt/wind tolerant, regional hardiness) and which provide seasonal interest through colour, form, and texture while conforming to the principles of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). Proposed plant selections for the following areas include native seed mix, shrub plantings, deciduous and coniferous trees, as appropriate, and in accordance with Context Sensitive Design recommendations. Please find enclosed detail design drawings that illustrate the upward arching pilaster wing wall surface treatment; locations of proposed fencing; details of the proposed black picket fencing and overpass luminaires; and the Landscape Plan. The individual was removed from the project contact list. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 14

21 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 7 Oct. 29, 2013 / 8 Oct. 29, 2013 / AGENCY COMMENTS RECEIVED HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT City of Ottawa, Senior Project Manager, Sustainable Transportation Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Sport, Heritage Planner Inquired if there would be any changes to Kent Street and/or the Kent/Chamberlain intersection. Reiterated MTCS mandate to conserve Ontario s cultural heritage resources including built heritage resources, cultural heritage landscapes and archaeological resources. Requested further information on the archaeological assessment work planned as part of this Class EA and whether a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report will be or has been prepared for the overpass. A response was sent on Oct. 30, 2013 confirming that the project is essentially a rapid lift bridge replacement. Temporary works are required on the Kent Street off-ramp and Chamberlain to accommodate the rapid lift equipment but the ramp and roadway will be reinstated to existing conditions. A response was sent by on June 4, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for submitting a comment regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass replacement project. Specifically, you requested information on the archaeological assessment and cultural heritage evaluation planned as part of this project. o The Kent Street overpass replacement project currently undergoing detail design was recommended as a result of a Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment (EA) Study for Highway 417 (from Highway 416 to Anderson Road), which was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) and received environmental clearance in The purpose of the current detail design assignment is to prepare the approved EA plan for implementation. o During preliminary design, Stage I & II Archaeological Assessments were completed by C.R. Murphy Archaeological Consulting in August 2002 and October 2004, respectively. The Stage I archaeological assessment found that the Highway 417 right-of-way corridor lies within a zone of medium to high potential for discovery of significant prehistoric or historic archaeological sites, based on proximity to several provincially significant prehistoric and historic sites that have been recorded in the Ottawa Valley. Based on this general proximity, the Stage II archaeological assessment examined the existing Highway 417 right-of-way over the project limits. These investigations found no evidence of archaeological resources within the existing right-of-way, which has been significantly disturbed. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 15

22 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT AGENCY COMMENTS RECEIVED HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT o As part of the current detail design study, a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report (CHER) was completed in October 2012 by Unterman McPhail Associates for the Kent Street overpass structure and is provided for MTCS records (see enclosed report). The overpass is a onespan concrete hollow box girder structure that was completed in 1965 and will undergo rapid replacement as part of improvements through the Highway 417 corridor. The overpass structure is not included in the Ontario Heritage Bridge List and has not been identified as a Candidate Class A, B, or C structure in the Heritage Bridges Identification and Assessment Guide , Ontario. The City of Ottawa has not identified the overpass structure as having cultural heritage value. o The cultural heritage evaluation of the Kent Street overpass comprised a summary of the heritage attributes of the bridge and resulted in a cultural heritage value score of 43, based on the evaluation criteria of the Ontario Heritage Bridge Guidelines (January 2008). Therefore, the overpass structure does not meet the threshold of 60 points to be considered provincially important and worthy of inclusion on the Ontario Heritage Bridge List. The CHER found that the proposed replacement should not adversely affect cultural heritage resources. o No impact on archaeological or built heritage resources is anticipated and no further assessments or investigations are planned. A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. You will be notified directly in advance of the PIC to inform you of its date and location, and of the filing of the Design and Construction Report for a 30-day public review period. Should you require additional information, please feel free to contact the undersigned. 9 Oct. 31, 2013 / City of Ottawa, No current comments but requested to be The individual was added to the project contact list for City MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 16

23 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 10 Nov. 6, 2013 / 11 Nov. 18, 2013 / 12 Nov. 21, 2013 / 13 Dec. 11, 2013 / Letter AGENCY COMMENTS RECEIVED HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT Coordinator, Area Traffic Management kept apprised of the project and will be speaking with other City staff in the Planning and Growth Management department to provide a summary of comments. TAC members. Hydro Ottawa Provided updated contact information. Contact information was updated in the project contact list. Enbridge Gas Ministry of Natural Resources Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs, Manager, Consultation Unit Provided a plot confirming natural gas main lines in and around the project limits, but identified that the main lines do not seem to interfere with the area where work is proposed. Clearances have to be met for proposed work in the area and detailed drawings must be resubmitted for sign-off by Enbridge Gas Distribution. MNR reviewed the subject lands surrounding the Kent Street overpass and identified the following potential species at risk that may be found on site and/or adjacent: Barn Swallow (THR), Chimney Swift (THR) and Butternut (END). There are no significant natural heritage features in the immediate area. Advised that the project appears to be located in an area where First Nations may have existing or asserted rights or claims in Ontario s land claims process or litigation that could be impacted by the project. Provided the following contact information: Mr. Jim Hunton Algonquins Consultation Office 31 Riverside Drive Suite 101 Pembroke, ON K8A 8R6 The contact was included in a separate utilities circulation. A response was not required. The Aboriginal community contact provided has already been included on the project contact list; a response was not required. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 17

24 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 2.3 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT DURING DETAIL DESIGN PROJECT WEBSITE A project website was created to provide project information, updates and documents to interested stakeholders. The project website is available at The website includes information on the project background, study area, study process, public involvement, and the project schedule. The newspaper notices announcing Study Commencement and the Public Information Centre are provided on the website, as well as relevant reports and the PIC display boards. The newspaper notice announcing submission of the DCR for a 30-day review period will also be provided on the website. To date, the overall Queensway Expansion East project website has had approximately 7,500 unique visitors to date in 2014, 5,700 unique visitors in 2013, and 2,400 unique visitors in LETTER NOTIFICATIONS A project contact list was developed based on a review of members of the public, including local community associations, interest groups, and businesses who previously expressed an interest in the project during preliminary design and who live/work in the general vicinity of the project. On October 16, 2013, letters/ s were sent to members of the public to announce the commencement of the detail design study. These letters included a summary of the project components as well as a summary of the study process. A copy of the Study Commencement letter sent to members of the public is provided in Appendix A. On June 25, 2014, letters/ s were sent to members of the public inviting them to attend the PIC. These letters included information on the date, location and timing of the PIC. A copy of the PIC invitation letter to members of the public is provided in Appendix B. On November 24, 2014, letters were sent to members of the public to announce the submission of the DCR for a 30-day public review period, and identified the start and end dates for the DCR review period and the addresses and hours of operation for the review locations. A copy of the Notice of Submission letter sent to members of the public is provided in Appendix A NEWSPAPER NOTIFICATIONS In order to ensure public awareness of the project, a notice of Study Commencement was published in the following local newspapers: Ottawa Citizen (English version) Wednesday, October 16, 2013 Ottawa Le Droit (French version) Wednesday, October 16, 2013 MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 18

25 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report In order to ensure general public awareness and invite anyone with an interest in the project to attend the PIC held on July 9, 2014, a notice was published in the following local newspapers: Ottawa Citizen (English version) Wednesday, June 25, 2014 Ottawa Le Droit (French version) Wednesday, June 25, 2014 In order to ensure general public awareness and inform anyone with an interest in the project where the DCR may be reviewed, a notice of Submission of the DCR was published in the following local newspapers: Ottawa Citizen (English version) Monday, November 24, 2014 Ottawa Le Droit (French version) Monday, November 24, 2014 Copies of the French and English notices advertising Study Commencement, the PIC, and filing of the DCR for a 30-day public review period are provided in Appendix A and B PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE A Public Information Centre (PIC) was held on July 9, 2014 to provide external agencies, interest groups, business representatives and members of the general public with an opportunity to review and comment on the project s proposed design, potential impacts and proposed mitigation plan. Members of the Project Team, including bilingual members, were available at the PIC to discuss the project and answer any questions. 15 individuals signed the register at the PIC and were encouraged to complete comment sheets. Two (2) comment sheets were received. An additional seven (7) comments were received by , the project website, by letter, or by phone in advance of or following the PIC. The majority of comments and questions received pertained to the following: Impacts of the required City street closures on individual properties, including impacts to property access for property owners on Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street; Inquiries regarding the recommended plan for the bridge replacement including the rapid replacement process and duration; Inquiries regarding the planned date for the overpass replacement and required City street and highway lane and ramp closures; Construction staging, anticipated timing and associated traffic impacts and detours; Availability of the PIC materials on the project website; MTO notification protocols for the PIC; Clarification regarding the location of noise barrier retrofits and construction timing as part of this project and other ongoing detail design projects in the Highway 417 corridor; and Inquiries regarding the possible inclusion of parkland or publicly accessible linear landscaping within the MTO Highway 417 right-of-way. A copy of the Public Information Centre Summary Report, including copies of notification letters, PIC display materials, and comments received, is provided in Appendix B. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 19

26 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC Table 2-2 provides a summary of public consultation. All comments requiring a response received a letter or reply. Copies of comments received from members of the public are included in Appendix D. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 20

27 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Table 2-2: Summary of Public Comments NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT COMMENTS RECEIVED STUDY COMMENCEMENT 1 Oct. 16, 2013 / Requested to be removed from project contact list. 2 Oct. 17, 2013 / Expressed that the Glebe Community Association looks forward to being kept informed about this project and the opportunity to contribute comments and suggestions for the proposed design and construction approach and impacts for traffic in the 3 Oct. 18, 2013 / Phone 4 Oct. 18, 2013 / 5 Oct. 29, 2013 / neighbourhood. Inquired as to when the work is planned to take place. Expressed that all transit routes, roads, parking lots, etc. should be underground. Owners of building at <<address redacted>> and expressed that the location of the construction staging area will have a significant impact on staff, tenants and members. Requested any and all updates on detail design and mitigation strategies for businesses on Chamberlain Avenue. Requested to be added to the project contact list. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT The individual was removed from the project contact list. A response was not required. Design and Construction Report A response was given by phone by MMM and included the following: o The contract will be tendered for construction in Fall 2014; o The bridge replacement will occur by rapid lift like other bridges that have been replaced along the corridor; and o A PIC is upcoming. A response was sent by on June 4, 2014 and included the following: o The Kent Street overpass replacement project currently undergoing detail design was recommended as the result of a Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment (EA) study for Highway 417 (from Highway 416 to Anderson Road), which received environmental clearance in The study examined needs and opportunities with respect to mobility, operations, and safety and arrived at a recommended design for highway modifications to address the issues identified. The purpose of this detail design assignment is to prepare the approved EA plan for implementation. o A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. A letter will be sent to you by in advance of the PIC to inform you of its date and location. A response was sent by on June 4, 2014 and included the following: o Please be advised that construction staging for this project is currently under development and will include an assessment of impacts and the preparation of mitigation strategies for local traffic and businesses on Chamberlain Avenue that may be affected by the proposed works. Your concerns have been noted and will be taken into consideration as part of this assignment. o A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 21

28 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 6 Nov. 20, 2013 / COMMENTS RECEIVED Requested to be added to the project contact list. Requested confirmation/clarification that actual noise barriers and not just snow fences will be established on the north side of the highway to protect Centretown residents from air and noise pollution from Highway 417. Requested clarification regarding the construction of noise barriers as part of the Kent Street Overpass Replacement, Noise Barrier Retrofits, and Bronson Avenue Interchange Improvements projects. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. The individual was added to the project contact list. A response was sent by on Jan. 14, 2013 and included the following: o Noise Barriers o The Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project (WP ) includes the construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge. As part of this project, work will only be completed where bridge work is also taking place (i.e. on the bridge and wing walls). o The Highway 417 Noise Barrier Retrofits project (WP ) includes the construction of noise walls on the north side of Highway 417 from Bronson Avenue to Lyon Street, and on the south side of the highway from the O-Train corridor to Preston Street and from Lyon Street to the Rideau Canal. o Any noise barrier retrofits in other locations along Highway 417 will be subject to future study in the highway corridor, and will be planned for implementation in coordination with other future road work to minimize traffic impacts. o Chamberlain Avenue Realignment o As part of the Highway 417 Bronson Avenue Interchange Improvements project (WP ), Chamberlain Avenue will be realigned and extended to be directly in line with the Highway 417 eastbound off-ramp at Bronson Avenue, following the removal of the former Ottawa School Board building. Traffic exiting the highway will be able to travel directly east through the intersection. As such, the volume of traffic using the intersection of Chamberlain / Imperial Avenue adjacent to Drummond s gas station will be significantly reduced. In addition, a noise barrier is being constructed along the south side of the eastbound off-ramp from Booth Street to Cambridge Street South, and to replace the noise attenuation previously provided by the former Ottawa School Board building. o The above works were recommended as a result of a Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment (EA) study for Highway 417 (from Highway 416 to Anderson Road), which received environmental clearance in The study examined needs and opportunities with respect to mobility, operations, and safety, evaluated preliminary design alternatives, and arrived at a series of recommended highway modifications to address identified issues. The purpose of the current detail design assignments is to MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 22

29 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 7 Apr. 27, 2014 / COMMENTS RECEIVED Expressed concerns that vibrations from road works and heavy traffic on Chamberlain Avenue are felt in their house south of the Kent Street bridge, and that prolonged construction as part of this project could cause damage. Requested to be kept informed of project progress and final recommendations. PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE (PIC) 8 May 13, 2014 / Inquired as to when the Spring 2014 consultations are planned for this project as per the website schedule. Requested that any design materials be forwarded. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT Design and Construction Report prepare the approved EA plan for implementation. The individual was added to the project contact list. A response was sent by on June 4, 2014 and included the following: o Please be advised that as part of the construction works for the rapid replacement of the Kent Street overpass, there will be significant work in the study area that requires the use of heavy equipment, as other alternative construction methods with smaller equipment are not technically feasible. There will not be excavation of rock at the bridge structure, as the existing foundations are being retained. However, a temporary retaining wall will be installed along Highway 417 to create the staging area. o As part of the mitigation plan for potential vibration impacts, vibration monitors will be installed along the City watermain on Chamberlain Avenue, to ensure that vibrations related to heavy construction works are kept to within safe levels and do not result in damage to the watermain located immediately on site. o Please be advised that the construction works as part of this project will be occurring approximately 100 metres to the north of <<address redacted>>. As such, vibrations issues on <<address redacted>> related to construction works are not anticipated. o A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. A letter will be sent to you by in advance of the PIC to inform you of its date and location. You will also be notified directly of the 30-day public review of the Design and Construction Report. The individual was added to the project contact list. A response was sent by on June 4, 2014 and included the following: o Please be advised that a Public Information Centre for this project is scheduled to take place in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. Design drawings are not available at this time; they will be presented at the PIC and made available on the project website following the event. o The bridge will be replaced using rapid replacement construction techniques, as per previous bridge replacements on Highway 417 at Island MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 23

30 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 9 June 24, 2014 / 10 June 25, 2014 / 11 June 25, 2014 / COMMENTS RECEIVED Unable to attend the PIC and inquired how the replacement may affect their business on <<address redacted>>. Inquired as to protocols in place to inform individuals who have expressed interest in the project about the Public Information Centre. Saw the newspaper notice and concerned that they did not receive notification of the PIC. Suggested that appropriate action be taken and an summary be provided to everyone who has contacted the project team, including any of the 417 projects. Inquired as to whether a date has been decided for the bridge replacement. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT Park Drive, Clyde Avenue, and Carling Avenue EB. The new structure will be a single span slab on girder superstructure, which essentially maintains both the existing width on the highway and Kent Street. The individual was added to the project contact list. A response was provided by on July 4, 2014 and included the following: o Thank you for informing us that you will not be able to attend the Public Information Centre (PIC) to be held on July 9, Please be advised that all display materials that will be presented at the PIC will be made available on the project website at: kent-street-overpass-replacement/public-involvement/ o We encourage you to review the materials when they are posted shortly following the PIC, and submit any questions, comments or concerns you may have. A response was provided by on July 4, 2014 and included the following: o Following the receipt of your comment on May 6, 2014, you were added to the project contact list to ensure that you receive direct notification of future consultation opportunities. As per current MTO protocol, letter notifications were sent by mail or to members of the public and external agencies on the same day as Ontario Government Notices of PIC were published in the Ottawa Citizen and Le Droit newspapers, 2 weeks in advance of the PIC on Wednesday, July 9, o We encourage you to attend the PIC if you are able, and provide your input regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation. If you are unable to attend the PIC, we encourage you to your comments on the display materials presented at the PIC which will be made available on the project website at: o Please be advised that you will receive notification at the time of the filing of the Design and Construction Report for a 30-day public review period. A response was provided by on June 27, 2014 and included the following: o Please be advised that the rapid replacement operations for the Kent Street bridge are targeted to occur over the course of one weekend in July/August 2015, with related construction works beginning in Fall 2014 and resuming in Spring 2015 over two construction seasons. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 24

31 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 12 July 4, 2014 / 13 July 8, 2014 / COMMENTS RECEIVED Inquired as to how long the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp is expected to be closed, whether the closure would be continuous or fragmented, and when the project is expected to be finished. Inquired as to dates for closures and lane reductions on Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT o Further information on construction staging for this project will be available at the Public Information Centre on Wednesday, July 9, Should you be unable to attend, the display materials will be made available on the project website at shortly after the PIC has taken place. A response was provided by on July 7, 2014 and included the following: o Further to our conversation on July 4, 2014 and your question below; the Kent Street off ramp could be closed for 1-2 weeks before the rapid lift weekend in the summer of 2015 and 2-3 weeks after the rapid lift weekend in the summer of o The project is expected to be completed by the fall of o If you are unable to attend the PIC, we encourage you to your comments on the display materials presented at the PIC which will be made available on the project website at: A response was provided by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o Please be advised that a full summary of construction staging and associated traffic impacts is available for review as part of the Public Information Centre display materials on the project website at In summary, the following closures and lane reductions are anticipated for segments of Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue during the approximate timing windows indicated: Spring 2015 o Nighttime lane reduction on Chamberlain Avenue for activities related to the staging area preparation (Estimated duration: as required) o Reduction of Kent Street eastbound off-ramp to one lane and closure of Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (leftturning lane) for refacing of the east and west bridge abutments (Estimated duration: 6 to 8 weeks) Summer 2015 o Closure of Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (left-turning lane), and the sidewalk on MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 25

32 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 14 July 9, 2014 / 15 July 9, 2014 / Comment Sheet 16 July 9, 2014 / Comment Sheet COMMENTS RECEIVED Unable to attend the PIC event and inquired if PIC display boards would be made available to the public on the project website. Inquired if noise barriers would be installed on the south side of the Queensway as part of this project. Reiterated concerns regarding vibrations during site preparation, from uneven roadway and heavy construction traffic, and when old bridge structures are demolished. Requested to be issued a parking pass for Lyon Street on the weekend of the replacement when Chamberlain is completely closed. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT the east side of Kent Street for preparation for the rapid lift operations (Estimated duration: 1 to 2 weeks) July/August 2015 o Closure of Kent Street North and Chamberlain Avenue (leftturning lane) from Bronson Avenue to Bank Street and closure of Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue (Estimated duration: 17 hours over 1 weekend Saturday 18:00 to Sunday 11:00) August 2015 o Closure of Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (left-turning lane), and the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street for reinstatement after rapid lift operations (Estimated duration: 2 to 3 weeks) o The above closures and lane reductions on segments of Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue are in addition to other closures and lane reductions required on Highway 417. The individual was added to the project contact list. A response was provided by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o Please be advised that all display materials that were presented at the PIC are available on the project website at: o The construction of noise barriers on the south side of Highway 417 between Lyon Street and the Rideau Canal will be completed as part of the Highway 417 Noise Barrier Retrofits project (WP ), which is currently undergoing detail design. A PIC for this project will be taking place, however a specific date for the event has not been determined at this time. PIC Comment Sheet indicated that a response was not required. A response was provided by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o We have reviewed the on-street parking permissions on Lyon Street South, MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 26

33 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 17 July 10, 2014 / COMMENTS RECEIVED Expressed interest with respect to recommendations contained in the Centretown Community Design Plan (CDP) and how they relate to the Kent Street overpass replacement. As the CDP contain recommendations for the development of a linear park within the Highway 417 right-of-way along the corridor through Centretown, the individual inquired whether MTO or the project team had received any enquiries from the City s consultant on the feasibility of developing a linear landscape on MTO lands in the Catherine Street corridor. Inquired if it is practice within the MTO to permit publicly accessible parkland within highway rightof-ways. Inquired if there is a consideration for parkland as part of this project beyond the placement of a bench/sitting area near the underpass. Recalled the engineering challenges and costs of locating parkland adjacent to Highway 417 due to significant slopes and related grading issues, as discussed in conversation at the PIC. Inquired whether the responsibility for maintenance of landscaping within highway rightof-ways is a municipal, provincial, or shared cost. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT south of Highway 417. There do not appear to be any timing restrictions for on-street parking on the west side of Lyon Street South between Chamberlain Avenue and Clemow Avenue. Please be advised that onstreet parking on the east side of Lyon Street in this area is not permitted. We have contacted the City of Ottawa to determine whether the restrictions on the east side of the street can be lifted during the weekend of the rapid replacement and will keep you apprised of the City s response. A responses was provided on August 25, 2014 and included the following: o The Centretown CDP recommends repurposing the greenspace within the Highway 417 right-of-way along Catherine Street between O Connor Street and the Queen Elizabeth Parkway. The study recommended working in partnership with the MTO towards the development of a linear landscape for use by pedestrians and cyclists, ultimately connecting with NCC pathways along the Rideau Canal. 1. The Project team is not aware of any inquiries from the City of Ottawa or their Consultant team as part of the Centretown CDP study regarding the feasibility of implementing a linear landscape within the MTO Highway 417 right-of-way. 2. MTO does not maintain any publicly accessible parks or open space areas along the Highway 417 corridor. 3. Regarding the provision of parkland as part the rapid replacement of the Kent Street overpass, there are plans for two areas of additional streetscaping along the east side of Kent Street, to be located immediately adjacent to the bridge site both north and south of the bridge. These areas may include landscaping, street furniture, and black picket fencing. The fenced area of existing greenspace on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue and within the Highway 417 rightof-way will be graded and used as a construction staging area for the project. Vegetation removed in the staging area will be reinstated following the rapid replacement operations. There are no current plans to reinstate this area as publicly accessible parkland following the overpass rapid replacement, as this would require the construction of a permanent retaining wall along the south side of Highway 417 and is outside the scope of the current detail design project. 4. The provision of linear parks along the Highway 417 right-of-way in the corridor would require the grading of highway embankment slopes and the construction of significant permanent retaining walls MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 27

34 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report NO. DATE / FORM OF CONTACT 18 July 20, 2014 / COMMENTS RECEIVED Inquired if the green light time for traffic approaching Bank Street along Chamberlain/Isabella will be extended when traffic from the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp is diverted. It is currently a very short green and traffic like probably increase along that route. HOW IT WAS ADDRESSED / RESPONSE SENT to ensure safety and structural stability of the highway. As a general statement, the provision of such retaining wall structures along the corridor by eliminating existing embankments could cost in the order of $5,500 / m for a wall that is 3 4 m high. 5. MTO Maintenance has advised that the Ministry is responsible for all costs of landscape maintenance within provincial highway right-ofways; maintenance costs are generally not shared. The individual was added to the project contact list. A response was provided on August 25, 2014 and included the following: o Based on the traffic volumes with the detour traffic, the intersection still operated at an accepted level of service. The City does have a traffic camera at this location and the traffic can be monitored and adjustments made if necessary. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 28

35 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 3 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE RECOMMENDED PLAN OVERPASS STRUCTURE REPLACEMENT Existing Structure The Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass was constructed in 1965 and comprises two (2) single variable span/variable depth voided slab bridges (one for the Highway 417 westbound lanes [MTO Site No ] and one for the Highway 417 eastbound lanes [MTO Site No ]). The superstructures are separated by a 13 mm longitudinal expansion joint at the median (50 mm joint between median barrier walls). The Highway 417 eastbound structure is metres wide (13.88 metres between barriers) and consists of seven (7) girders. The Highway 417 westbound structure is metres wide (17.53 metres between barriers) and consists of nine (9) girders. The superstructure is supported on closed concrete abutments founded on deep foundations which are driven to refusal on solid bedrock. Both the east and west abutments are on curvilinear alignments. The articulation of the bridge is such that the east abutment bearings are fixed and the west abutment bearing permit longitudinal expansion. Wing wall retaining walls support the embankment fills behind both abutments. Cantilevered retaining walls founded on spread footings which are cast on undisturbed sand extend west of the bridge. The actual surveyed minimum vertical clearance is 4.54 metres ± at the northeast corner of the bridge, which does not meet the minimum vertical clearance of 4.8 metres over the roadway for new voided slab concrete bridge structures Overpass Structure Replacement Design Alternatives During detail design, two rehabilitation options were considered including a rapid superstructure replacement option and a conventional staged superstructure replacement with lane reductions on Highway 417, as described below. Option 1: Rapid Superstructure Replacement This option involves replacing the existing single span concrete voided slab superstructures (i.e. bridge decks) with new single span slab-on-girder superstructures during an overnight weekend closure of Highway 417, Kent Street, and Chamberlain Avenue. The new bridge decks will be constructed in the proposed construction staging area on MTO property on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Kent Street and Bank Street. During the weekend of the rapid replacement operation, the existing bridges will be moved with self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) from their current location to the construction staging area and the new structures will be moved into position. Additional construction works will take place prior to and following the rapid replacement operation. The duration of construction is expected to take place over one construction season and will involve significantly less disruption to vehicular traffic on Highway 417, as compared to long-term lane reductions and closures required as part of Option 2: Staged Construction. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 29

36 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Option 2: Superstructure Replacement Staged Construction This option involves five construction stages to take place over two years, including daytime and nighttime construction and potential long-term closure of the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp. In order for staging to be feasible, traffic will be required to cross over the median of Highway 417. The staged superstructure replacement will cause significant traffic disruptions along Highway 417, with delays expected to impact more than 100,000 vehicles per day. As such, it is not preferred from a traffic management perspective Recommended Plan and Proposed Structure Option 1: Rapid Superstructure Replacement was selected as the preferred alternative and was brought forward as the detail design recommended plan due to significantly reduced traffic impacts and reduction of risk to users of Highway 417 and Kent Street. The proposed structure will comprise a new 225 mm thick concrete bridge deck, which will be constructed with new welded steel plate girders. New welded plate girders will be constant in depth, however, several girder sizes varying from 800 mm (north side) to 1300 mm (south side) are required due to the varying span length of the bridge. Modified barrier walls with stainless steel reinforcement will be constructed with the remaining superstructure off-site in the construction staging area. On the north side of Highway 417, these barrier walls will include a snow fence to be constructed as part of this project. On the south side, the barrier walls will be designed to accommodate the future installation of a 5.0 metre high noise barrier which will be mounted behind the barrier wall, as further described in Section Waterproofing will be applied to the top of the deck in the staging area. The vertical clearance over the roadway will be improved to 4.79 metres MAJOR FEATURES OF THE PROPOSED WORK The Kent Street overpass will be rehabilitated to extend its service life to the year Work will be limited to that required by the bridge substructure rehabilitation and the bridge superstructure replacement, including the following proposed works: Removal of the existing eastbound and westbound overpass structures and replacement of new structures using rapid replacement construction techniques; Abutment refacing, including new bearings; Replacement of approach slabs and conversion to semi-integral abutments; Minor widening of shoulders to suit existing retaining walls; Replacement of roadside and median barriers on the highway within the resurfacing limits; Two (2) new slab on single span steel girder structures, including reconstruction of traffic barrier walls on the north and south sides of the highway. Traffic barrier walls on the north side of the highway will include a snow fence as part of this project, and will accommodate noise walls on the south side of the highway as part of a future installation; New underpass illumination, and replacement of highway illumination and ATMS within the resurfacing limits; MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 30

37 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Minor curb, median and sidewalk replacement on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North under the bridge; and Reinstatement of asphalt paving. Rapid replacement construction techniques utilize heavy lift equipment (i.e. SPMTs) to remove an existing bridge deck and replace it with a new one which has been constructed adjacent to the location of its installation. The proposed replacement structure will be a superstructure of single variable width span with a thin slab deck on steel-welded girders of variable depth, as illustrated in Exhibit 3-1. The median barrier on Highway 417 will be reconstructed and new illumination will be installed. Sidewalks and curbing will be removed on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and the left-turning lane on Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North under the bridge for the rapid replacement operations, and will be subsequently reinstated. The Recommended Plan is illustrated in Exhibit 3-2 to Exhibit 3-5. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 31

38 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-1: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass General Arrangement MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 32

39 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-2: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 33

40 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-3: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan (Continued) MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 34

41 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-4: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan (Continued) MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 35

42 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-5: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan (Continued) MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 36

43 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report CONSTRUCTION STAGING AREA Construction on Chamberlain Avenue will also include the preparation of a temporary construction staging area, which is required for the removal of the existing structures and construction of the new structures. The staging area will be located on MTO property adjacent to the bridge site on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Kent Street and Bank Street, as indicated in Exhibit 3-6. Exhibit 3-6: Temporary Construction Staging Area Preparation of the staging area will include the installation of temporary roadway protection along Highway 417 and the levelling of the staging area to the grade of Chamberlain Avenue to provide a level work area for the rapid replacement equipment (SPMTs). SPMTs will access the staging area via Chamberlain Avenue. The new slab on steel girder bridge decks will be constructed in the staging area. Existing deck spans will be removed and transported to the area and erected using SPMTs, as detailed in Exhibit 3-7. The SPMTs will utilize Chamberlain Avenue and a portion of the staging area to travel from the staging area to the bridge site. In order to meet geometric requirements for manoeuvrability of the SPMTs, temporary fill will be placed on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North under the bridge. This fill will be placed prior to and removed following the rapid replacement operations to allow for reinstatement of the affected off-ramp and lane. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 37

44 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-7: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Temporary Construction Staging Area Configuration MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 38

45 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report TRAFFIC BARRIERS Concrete roadside traffic barriers in the median and on the roadside of the eastbound and westbound lanes will be replaced as part of the proposed works, due to the minor shoulder widening that is required. On the north side of the highway (westbound lanes), the traffic barrier wall system will include a 2.2 metre-high snow fence from west of the overpass structure, and across Kent Street. Where it crosses Kent Street, the snow fence will include transparent panels. On the south side of the highway (eastbound lanes), the traffic barrier wall system will be designed to accommodate a future 5.0 metre-high noise barrier, to be installed at the time of future noise barrier installations and retrofits along the Highway 417 corridor DRAINAGE There are existing drainage structures on both sides of the median barrier, as well as against the roadside barrier on Highway 417. The main sewer system will not be affected as part of the proposed works. Due to the minor shift of the median barrier, minor adjustments for elevation and offset are required for most of the catch basins on the median. In addition, one of the median catch basins requires removal of the tapered top and the installation of a new flat top to align the grate with the shifted barrier position. The existing roadside catch basins are generally in good condition and will be adjusted vertically, based on the revised pavement elevations ILLUMINATION AND ATMS Illumination in the median on Highway 417 within the limits of the median barrier reconstruction will be replaced with new poles that match the existing highway installations. On Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue, some of the existing illumination requires temporary removal in order to provide access for the SPMTs. The temporary removals will be done by City of Ottawa work crews during the rapid replacement operations. Lighting will be reinstated and fully operational after the rapid replacement operations when Chamberlain Avenue is reopened to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Underdeck illumination will be provided on the underside of the overpass structure. New fixtures will be wall-mounted on the abutment faces. Illumination on the west side is operated by the MTO, while the illumination of the east side will be operated by the City of Ottawa. Existing Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) conduits are located within the highway embankment on the structure approaches on the south side of the highway, and are fastened to the retaining walls and bridge as they cross the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp. The conduits require temporary removal and the reinstallation of a temporary system to accommodate the replacement of the structure, followed by the installation of new ATMS. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 39

46 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report SIGNAGE On Chamberlain Avenue, the temporary removal of some small signs is required in order to provide access for the SPMTs. On Highway 417, the existing overhead sign located across the westbound lanes west of the overpass will be retained and the new barriers will be transitioned to the existing foundation TRAFFIC SIGNALS Temporary removal of the traffic signals on Chamberlain Avenue at Kent Street North will be required in order to provide access for the SPMTs. The temporary removals will be done by City of Ottawa work crews during the rapid replacement operations. The traffic signals will be reinstated and fully operational after the rapid replacement operations when Chamberlain Avenue is reopened to vehicular and pedestrian traffic UTILITIES Overhead Hydro Ottawa, Bell Canada and other communications are located on the poles on the south side of Chamberlain Avenue. With respect to clearance issues related to the SPMTs, the poles and overhead wires will not be impacted by the rapid replacement operations. One Hydro Ottawa guy pole located on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue will be temporarily removed and replaced following the rapid replacement operations. Existing City of Ottawa lighting davits require temporary removal for the rapid replacement operations. A City of Ottawa water hydrant also requires temporary removal and will be moved by City of Ottawa work crews on the day of the rapid replacement FENCING The existing chain link fencing which delineates the MTO right-of-way on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Kent Street and Bank Street will be removed as part of the preparation of the temporary construction staging area. Once the staging area has been reinstated to its original condition, the fencing will be replaced with new black vinyl chain link fencing, with the exception of the portion of fencing running along the back of the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North. This section will be replaced with a black picket fence matching the chain link fence height, in accordance with the Context Sensitive Design recommendations further discussed in Section and as illustrated in Exhibit 3-8. The existing handrail located along the east side of Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North lane will be removed in order to provide access for the SPMTs. This handrail serves as a deterrent to prevent pedestrians from crossing the roadway under the overpass structure and will be replaced with a standard detail used by the City of Ottawa. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 40

47 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report CONTEXT SENSITIVE DESIGN Proposed improvements to the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass will incorporate the recommendations developed through the Context Sensitive Design (CSD) process, in order to ensure that the overall planned expansion and rehabilitation of Highway 417 reflects a holistically-planned aesthetic and vision for the Ottawa Queensway corridor. As a Capital Arrival Route, guiding principles of the CSD concepts for Highway 417 include: clean, concise, discernible features that articulate the highway as an arrival route into / through Ottawa s core as the Nation s Capital; simple design features that are easily perceived without distraction to motor vehicle operators; the use of durable, low maintenance materials; aesthetic design coordinated between the varying CSD elements; and constructible design solutions (MTO & Stantec, 2011). As part of the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement, the major opportunities to incorporate CSD recommendations include: Incorporating an architectural motif into the wing wall surface to represent an upward arching pilaster; Use of transparent panels as part of the snow fence across the north side of the overpass structure where it crosses Kent Street to provide a visual connection to the neighbourhood for users of the Queensway; Underdeck lighting; Use of black iron picket and black vinyl chain link fencing; and Enhanced landscaping on Chamberlain Avenue LANDSCAPE PLAN Following construction, a Landscape Plan (Exhibit 3-9 and Exhibit 3-10) will be implemented in the following areas within the project limits: Within the temporary construction staging area located on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue, as detailed in Section 3.1.3, to reinstate existing vegetated areas disturbed by the construction works within the project limits; Within the northeast quadrant of the MTO right-of-way on the east side of the overpass structure and north of Highway 417; and Within the southwest quadrant on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp embankment. The landscape design includes low maintenance, native species which have high durability (i.e. salt/wind tolerant, regional hardiness) and which provide seasonal interest through colour, form, and texture while conforming to the principles of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). Proposed plant selections for the following areas include native seed mix, shrub plantings, deciduous and coniferous trees, as appropriate and in accordance with Context Sensitive Design recommendations. The following highlights key elements of the landscape strategy for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project: Native, salt tolerant, hardy tree and shrub species will be used throughout; Seasonal interest will be provided by drought tolerant trees and vegetation, where and as appropriate. Restrained use of Fall and Spring plants with red attributes (flowers, budding, stalk MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 41

48 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report colouration, and fruit) will be used. Areas absent of existing landscaping will be enhanced where feasible; Appropriate MTO standard seed mixes and plantings will be utilized along roadside conditions; Specialized MTO standard seed mixes and slope stabilization will be used on slopes greater than 2:1; Tree placement will be respectful of highway light and pole locations to maximize evening lighting effectiveness; and Landscape areas will be designed in accordance with the principles of CPTED. An appropriate selection of plant materials, sizes, and placement will be made to provide for natural visibility/observation and ease of maintenance to preserve sight lines. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 42

49 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-8: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Recommended Plan Black Picket Fence Detail MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 43

50 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-9: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Landscape Plan MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 44

51 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-10: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Landscape Plan (Continued) MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 45

52 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 3.2 TRAFFIC / CONSTRUCTION STAGING The Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement will be completed in multiple work stages within one (1) construction season, as detailed in Table 3-1 below. The locations of construction activities are illustrated in Exhibit See Section for the traffic detour routes proposed to mitigate the required lane and ramp closures as detailed below. Table 3-1: Traffic/Construction Staging WORK CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS STAGE 1 Preparation of construction staging area to accommodate rapid replacement equipment (SPMTs) and construction of temporary structure stands Spring / Summer 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Nighttime lane reduction of Chamberlain Avenue for activities related to the staging area preparation Refacing of both the east and west abutments Spring / Summer 2015 Estimated duration: As required during contract Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound offramp will be reduced to one lane 2 Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be closed Estimated duration: 6 to 8 weeks 3 Rebuilding of retaining walls on the four quadrants of the bridge, including approach barrier walls Spring / Summer 2015 Impacts to Highway 417: Work will be completed with lane reductions 4 Rebuilding median barrier walls beyond the limits of the bridge structure Summer 2015 Estimated duration: 2 to 3 months 5 Placement of pavement on Highway 417 to upper base course Summer / Fall Pre-replacement work on the bridge structure on Highway 417 for three weekends prior to the rapid replacement operation Summer 2015 Impacts to Highway 417: Partial lane closures on Highway 417 day and night 1 st weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 46

53 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS on-ramps will be closed day and night to accommodate construction works on the structure 2 nd weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be open 3 rd weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be closed day and night Estimated duration: 3 weekends prior to the rapid replacement operation (Friday p.m. to Monday a.m.) Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound offramp will be closed 7 Preparation of the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) for the rapid replacement operation Summer / Fall 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be closed The sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North will be closed 8 Rapid Replacement Weekend August / September 2015 Estimated duration: 1 to 2 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Full weekend traffic closures on Highway 417, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp, the Parkdale Avenue eastbound on-ramp, and the Carling Avenue eastbound on-ramps Impacts to City roadways: Full closure of Kent Street North (under the bridge to Catherine Street) and Chamberlain Avenue from Bronson Avenue to Bank MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 47

54 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS Street Closure of Percy Street between Catherine Street to Chamberlain Avenue Closure of Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue No access for pedestrians on Kent Street North under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street, and on Chamberlain Avenue from Lyon Street to Bank Street Estimated duration: 1 weekend Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound offramp will be closed 9 Reinstatement of Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) and the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp Summer / Fall 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be closed The sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North will be closed Estimated duration: 2 to 3 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Partial lane closures on Highway 417 day and night 1 st weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be closed day and night to accommodate construction works on the structure 2 nd weekend: The O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp will be closed day and night 3 rd weekend: The O Connor Street 10 Post-replacement work on the bridge structure on Highway 417 for three weekends after the rapid replacement operation Summer / Fall 2015 MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 48

55 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be open Estimated duration: 3 weekends after the rapid replacement operations (Friday p.m. to Monday a.m.) MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 49

56 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 3-11: Summary of Traffic / Construction Staging Work Stage Locations MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 50

57 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 4 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND COMMITMENTS This section focuses on the direct and indirect environmental impacts associated with the proposed works. Specifically, this section describes the mitigation measures developed to minimize the impacts for each identified environmental issue. Mitigation measures include planning decisions, design features, construction requirements and constraints. The key to ensuring effective environmental quality control and risk management during the project is the development and proactive implementation of an approach that: Identifies environmental sensitivities; Presents environmental protection measures in a way that can be translated into contractual requirements and for which compliance can be verified; and Includes a monitoring program, as required, that verifies that environmental protection measures are being implemented and are effective. It is important to ensure that the Contract Administrator and Contractor are made aware of, and are prepared to deal with, all environmental issues that may arise during construction. Environmental contract specifications, including standard and non-standard special provisions (SP), Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications (OPSS) and MTO General Conditions of Contract, will be included in the contract documents to address specific environmental and operational concerns. The key environmental concerns and commitments identified in the TESR for the entire preliminary design study area (Highway 417 from west of Highway 416 easterly to Anderson Road) are summarized in Table 4-1. This table has been provided as a reference and forms the foundation upon which the impact assessment of the detail design was developed. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 51

58 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Table 4-1: Preliminary Design Summary of Environmental Concerns and Commitments MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 52

59 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 53

60 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Applicable commitments from the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment Study and additional commitments developed during detail design are summarized in the following sections. 4.1 NATURAL ENVIRONMENT During preliminary design, terrestrial ecosystem sensitivities were identified and evaluated with the study area from Highway 416 easterly to Anderson Road. A reconnaissance terrestrial field survey was conducted on April 25 and 26, 2002 to determine the nature and extent of botanical and wildlife habitats within the study area, with follow-up detailed assessment surveys conducted from June 17 to 20, The results of these surveys and a preliminary assessment of potential impacts were documented in the Botanical and Wildlife Survey Report (January 2003). During detail design, these reports were reviewed to obtain background information on the terrestrial environment within the study corridor. As there are no watercourses within the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project limits, background information on fish and fish habitat collected during preliminary design was not reviewed. Records for Provincially Rare species and Species at Risk were also obtained from the Natural Heritage Information Centre (NHIC) database (MNR, 2012) during detail design, in order to update the previous data from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Vulnerable, Threatened, Endangered and Extirpated List (VTEE OMNR, 1996). Correspondence with the Kemptville District MNR provided background data on existing Species at Risk and significant natural heritage features and areas (i.e. Provincially Significant Wetlands (PSWs), Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest [ANSIs], etc.) in the study area. While consultation with MNR identified a number of potential Species at Risk that could occur in the study area, the habitat requirements of these species were reviewed and it was found that suitable habitat for these species is not present within the highly urbanized study area. No Species at Risk were observed during site reconnaissance completed for detail design. A detailed description of existing environmental conditions is documented in the TESR, while updated information on existing conditions, sensitivities, potential impacts and proposed mitigation are documented in the Summary of Existing Environmental Conditions Report, Detail Design Update, Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) (July 2014). The following sections describe potential impacts to the natural environment associated with the proposed works and summarize mitigation measures that have been included in the contract documents FISH AND FISH HABITAT There are no watercourses within the project limits or the immediate surrounding area; therefore, fish and fish habitat will not be impacted by the proposed works VEGETATION Potential Impacts Vegetation in the immediate vicinity of the Highway 417 Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and the overpass is limited to a small amount of landscaped/cultural vegetation on the adjacent sloped areas (Exhibit 4-1). MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 54

61 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Discontinuous grassed areas, trees and shrub plantings are predominant along the Highway 417 right-ofway (ROW). Other vegetation in close proximity to the off-ramp and overpass occurs on private residential and commercial properties and in City parks. Existing vegetation is considered to be of low ecological significance. As such, vegetation removal is anticipated to have negligible impacts. According to the Botanical and Wildlife Survey Report (2003), there were no records of regionally or provincially rare species of plants or animals within the study area based on a review of the previous VTEE (OMNR, 1996). In addition, there are no designated natural heritage features or areas within the study area. A review of the NHIC database (MNR, 2012) identified provincially significant plant species, outlined in Table 4-2, as having historical or current records within the study area. Table 4-2: Potential Provincially Significant Plant Species within the Study Area Plant Species American Waterwort Cattail Sedge Greene s Rush Limestone Oak Fern Pale-bellied Frost Lichen Pitch Pine Southern Twayblade Woodland Pinedrops Habitat Shallow water, river edges, and shores of ponds, lakes, pools and ditches. Moist woods along or near watercourses. Open sandy ground. Ledges and slopes in limestone or dolomite rock, and in moist humus in forests on calcareous rock. In wooded areas, on the bark of hardwood trees such as White Ash, Black Walnut, and American Elm, and on Hop Hornbeam trunks. Shallow soil of dry rock outcrops and ridges. Bogs, openings in Sphagnum peatlands with Black Spruce and Tamarack. Mixed woods. Suitable habitat for these species is not present within the study area. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 55

62 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 4-1: Existing Vegetation within the Study Area Mitigation The following design and site-specific mitigation measures will be included in the Contract documents to mitigate impacts to vegetation: The temporary construction staging area will be delineated using temporary fencing; Vegetation removal and grading will be minimized to only what is required for the proposed works; Required vegetation removal and protection measures will be conducted in accordance with OPSS 201 (tree clearing); All construction-related debris will be cleared / disposed of following construction; and A Landscape Plan has been developed for the reinstatement of the temporary construction staging area; within the northeast quadrant of the MTO right-of-way on the east side of the overpass structure and north of Highway 417; and within the southwest quadrant on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp embankment. The Landscape Plan will use native trees, shrubs and seed mixes, as appropriate for the site conditions and in accordance with CSD recommendations. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 56

63 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WILDLIFE AND SPECIES AT RISK Potential Impacts As the study area is highly urbanized, wildlife habitat is limited. A small amount of landscaped vegetation along the highway may provide limited habitat for urban tolerant wildlife. No significant wildlife features, significant wildlife habitat, or significant wildlife species, including area sensitive birds and other provincially rare species were identified within the study area. According to the NHIC database, there are records of Eastern Pipistrelle (Provincially Rare) within the general study area. Eastern Pipistrelle prefer partly open country with large trees and woodland edges and typically hibernate in caves or mines with high humidity. Therefore, they are not likely to be found within the study area. Consultation with MNR confirmed that possible Species at Risk that may be found in the vicinity of the Kent Street overpass include Barn Swallow (Threatened), Chimney Swift (Threatened), and Butternut (Threatened). In general, suitable habitat for these species is not present within the study area and these species were not observed during site reconnaissance. Barn swallows typically build their cup-shaped nests on structures such as open barns, under bridges, and in culverts, and often re-use their nests from year to year. No historic records of nesting on the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass structure exist. No Barn swallow nests were observed on the structure or within the study area. Chimney swifts are most likely to be found nesting or roosting in chimneys and other manmade structures, and prefer to stay close to water for insect food sources. The project works will not affect any suitable habitat for this species that may be present within the study area. Butternuts usually occur alone or in small groups in deciduous forests, are often found along streams with moist, well-drained soil, and are also found on well-drained gravel sites. They are rarely found growing in dry rocky soil. No butternuts were observed in the study area. Migratory birds, as well as common resident species, may use the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass structure for nesting, although no historic records of nesting on the structure exist. Mitigation The following mitigation measures will be included in the Contract documents to protect wildlife during construction: The Contractor should not harass or kill any wildlife encountered during construction; The Contractor should not destroy the active nests (nests with eggs or young birds), or wound or kill birds, of species protected under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 and/or Regulations under that Act. If active nests are encountered, the Ministry s Contract Administrator should be contacted; MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 57

64 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report The Contractor should refrain from clearing trees between April 1 st and August 8 th to protect nesting migratory birds. In the event that tree removal must occur within the above-noted window, the Contractor should retain a Qualified Avian Biologist to conduct a nesting survey prior to clearing; The Contractor should take all necessary measures to seal all structural work plant, forms, and enclosures against entry of birds protected under the provision of the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 in order to prevent their nesting within the work area; and DESIGNATED NATURAL AREAS The Preliminary Design and EA Study identified that the study area was composed of degraded and significantly altered vegetation and wildlife habitats. During Detail Design, there were no designated natural heritage features or areas, including Provincially Significant Wetlands (PSWs), Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSIs), or Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs), identified in the vicinity of the Kent Street overpass HYDROLOGY / SURFACE WATER Potential Impacts There is a negligible overall increase in impervious area due to construction of this project in the context of the total watershed areas. Mitigation The main sewer system on Highway 417 will not be affected as part of the proposed works. Due to the minor shift of the median barrier, minor adjustments for elevation and offset are required for most of the existing catch basins in the median. The existing roadside catch basins will be adjusted vertically, based on the revised pavement elevations. Catch basins will be covered with filler fabric during placement of temporary granular fill. No additional mitigation for stormwater management is required EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL Potential Impacts Uncontrolled erosion and sedimentation occurring during construction can result in a loss of topsoil, disruption of drainage systems and nearby watercourses, and degradation of downstream water quality. Mitigation Standard erosion and sediment control measures will be implemented during construction to prevent the migration of soils from the site. The Contractor should be required to prepare an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan including (but not limited to) the following measures: MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 58

65 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report All vegetated cover not specified for removal should be preserved in order to minimize erosion and sedimentation; All erosion and sediment control measures should be integrated with a construction operation and the schedule as determined by the Contractor. Operations should not be commenced until temporary erosion and sediment control measures have been installed. Erosion control measures should include but not be limited to silt fence barrier, straw bale flow checks, tarps, etc.; Erosion and sediment control measures should accommodate other aspects of the work including, but not restricted to the following: o work area requirements, including equipment access, operation and storage, and material supply, utilization and storage; o surface drainage from outside, through or around the work; o areas of disturbed soil and soil stockpiles; o means of access to erosion and sediment control measures requiring maintenance; o constraints that may be specified elsewhere in the Contract; and o protection of completed portions of the work. The Contractor should monitor the erosion and sediment control measures and if the measures are found to be ineffective, the Contractor should immediately make changes in order to control erosion and sediment; and Temporary erosion and sediment control measures should be maintained and kept in place until 100% of all work has been completed and stabilized. Temporary control measures should be removed at the completion of the work but not until permanent erosion control measures, as specified in the contract, have been established WASTE AND CONTAMINATION / MANAGEMENT OF EXCESS MATERIALS Potential Impacts If not managed properly, excess waste and emissions have the potential to contaminate the surrounding environment. Mitigation The following mitigation measures will be included in the contract to manage excess waste and emissions: Excess materials generated during construction will be managed in accordance with OPSS 180 (General Specification for the Management of Excess Material); All wood waste will be managed as per OPSS 180; All activities, including equipment maintenance, refueling and concrete truck washing should be controlled to prevent entry of petroleum products (e.g. gasoline, oils, lubricants), primers, grout, bonding adhesives or other hazardous or deleterious substances including any debris, waste, rubble or concrete materials in all drainage systems within the project limits unless otherwise specified in the contract. Substances are to be stored and mixed on protected surfaces away from the drainage systems within the project limits in order to prevent contamination of soils and waters. Any such material which advertently enters the drainage system within the project limits should be removed by the Contractor, at his own expense, in a manner satisfactory to the Contract Administrator; MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 59

66 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report For mobile equipment and vehicles, maintenance, refueling and truck washing should be conducted no closer than 30 metres from the drainage system within the project limits in order to prevent water contamination due to accidental spills; All large equipment working in or near the drainage systems within the project limits should be well maintained to avoid contaminant leakage, should be free of excess surface oil or grease and should be equipped with spill kits deemed acceptable by the Contract Administrator; Effluent from concrete cutting and grinding operations, that does not dry without run-off from the concrete surfaces that are cut/ground, should be captured and contained for management. It is the Contractor's responsibility to obtain any approvals, releases, and agreements, and conditions of same, that are required to implement the Contractor's strategy for the management of effluent; Where the Contractor manages excess earth as disposable fill, the Contractor should take into account the possibility of salt impacts and ensure that the material is managed responsibly and in an environmentally appropriate manner; and Where the Contractor intends to manage the excess earth that may be salt impacted on private property, the Contractor should make the Property Owner aware that it may be salt impacted by using the Property Owner s Release. The Contractor is responsible for conducting such sampling and testing as may be necessary to comply with any requirements imposed by the Property Owner as a condition of accepting the excess earth. 4.2 SOCIAL / ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT During detail design, a review of existing planning documents, current land use, and the social environment (i.e. neighbourhood structures within the study area) was completed to identify any potential impacts associated with the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project. In addition, property requirements were identified and an air quality assessment was also completed during preliminary design. The following sections describe potential impacts to the socio-economic environment associated with the proposed works, and provide a summary of mitigation included in the contract documents GREENWAYS AND OPEN SPACE LINKAGES No impacts to greenways or open space linkages are anticipated LAND USE No impacts to current land uses are anticipated AESTHETICS AND LANDSCAPE Potential Impacts The preparation of the temporary construction staging area and construction access routes on Chamberlain Avenue will result in minor disturbance to the existing landscape and vegetation within the project limits. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 60

67 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Mitigation A Landscape Plan has been developed for the temporary construction staging area and will be followed to revegetate disturbed areas using native trees and seed mixes, as appropriate for the site conditions and in accordance with CSD recommendations. As per the Landscape Plan (presented in Section and Exhibit 3-9 and Exhibit 3-10), vegetated areas disturbed during construction will be reinstated. The landscape design includes native species which have high durability (i.e. salt/wind tolerant, regional hardiness) and provide seasonal interest through colour, form and texture while conforming to the principles of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). In accordance with CSD recommendations, segments of black iron picket fencing will be installed along Kent Street adjacent to the bridge site to maintain openness around the structure. Black vinyl chain link fencing will be installed along the north side of Chamberlain Avenue as part of the reinstatement of the temporary construction staging area TRAFFIC OPERATIONS Potential Impacts While the construction staging presented in Section 3.2 was developed with the goal of minimizing lane and ramp closures to the extent possible, some closures are required to accommodate the proposed construction activities. Table 4-3 below provides a summary of the required closures, approximate timing and duration, anticipated traffic impacts, and mitigation proposed to reduce impacts. Table 4-3: Summary of Lane/Ramp Closures WORK STAGE 1 2 CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES Preparation of construction staging area to accommodate rapid replacement equipment (SPMTs) and construction of temporary structure stands Refacing of both the east and west abutments TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS MITIGATION Spring / Summer 2015 Spring / Summer 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Nighttime lane reduction of Chamberlain Avenue for activities related to the staging area preparation Estimated duration: As required during contract Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be reduced to one lane Closures will be restricted to off-peak hours (night), and will be subject to Holiday restrictions Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided Pedestrian access on Kent Street North (under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be maintained Applicable signage MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 61

68 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS MITIGATION Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (leftturning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be closed and advance notification will be provided Estimated duration: 6 to 8 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Work will be completed with lane reductions 3 4 Rebuilding of retaining walls on the four quadrants of the bridge, including approach barrier walls Rebuilding median barrier walls beyond the limits of the bridge structure Placement of pavement on Highway 417 to upper base course Pre-replacement work on the bridge structure on Highway 417 for three weekends prior to the rapid replacement operation Spring / Summer 2015 Summer 2015 Estimated duration: 2 to 3 months Lane reductions will be restricted to offpeak hours, and will be subject to Holiday restrictions Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided 5 Summer / Fall Summer 2015 Impacts to Highway 417: Partial lane closures on Highway 417 day and night 1 st weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be closed day and night to accommodate construction works on the structure 2 nd weekend: The O Connor Street North Highway lane closures will begin on Friday at 9:00 p.m., with single lane closures allowed until Monday at 5:00 p.m. During daytime work, at least two lanes of traffic will be maintained in each direction on Highway 417 between 10:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. During nighttime work, at least one lane of MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 62

69 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS MITIGATION and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be open 3 rd weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be closed day and night traffic will be maintained in each direction on Highway 417 Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided Estimated duration: 3 weekends prior to the rapid replacement operation (Friday p.m. to Monday a.m.) Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be closed 7 Preparation of the Kent Street eastbound offramp and Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) for the rapid replacement operation Summer / Fall 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (leftturning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be closed The sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North will be closed Pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk on Bank Street Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided Estimated duration: 1 to 2 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Full weekend traffic closures on Highway 417, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the O Connor Street North westbound on- 8 Rapid Replacement Weekend August / September 2015 Detour routes for traffic will be provided, with police presence at major intersections Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 63

70 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS MITIGATION ramp, the Parkdale Avenue eastbound on-ramp, and the Carling Avenue eastbound on-ramps Impacts to City roadways: Full closure of Kent Street North (under the bridge to Catherine Street) and Chamberlain Avenue from Bronson Avenue to Bank Street Closure of Percy Street between Catherine Street to Chamberlain Avenue Closure of Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue No access for pedestrians on Kent Street North under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street, and on Chamberlain Avenue from Lyon Street to Bank Street Estimated duration: 1 weekend Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be closed 9 Reinstatement of Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Summer / Fall 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk on Bank Street Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 64

71 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES Street) and the Kent Street eastbound offramp TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS MITIGATION Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (leftturning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will be closed The sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North will be closed Estimated duration: 2 to 3 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Partial lane closures on Highway 417 day and night 1 st weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be closed day and night to accommodate construction works on the structure 2 nd weekend: The O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp will be closed day and night 3 rd weekend: The O Connor Street North and Lyon Street westbound on-ramps will be open 10 Post-replacement work on the bridge structure on Highway 417 for three weekends after the rapid replacement operation Summer / Fall 2015 Highway lane closures will begin on Friday at 9:00 p.m., with single lane closures allowed until Monday at 5:00 a.m. During daytime work, at least two lanes of traffic will be maintained in each direction on Highway 417 between 10:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. During nighttime work, at least one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction on Highway 417 Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided Estimated duration: 3 weekends after the rapid replacement operations (Friday p.m. to Monday a.m.) During the rapid replacement operations and the full closure of Highway 417, detour routes for traffic will be provided and are illustrated in Exhibit 4-2. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 65

72 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Exhibit 4-2: Highway 417 Full Closure Rapid Replacement Detour Routes MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 66

73 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Mitigation In addition to the mitigation provided in Table 4-3, the following mitigation for the rapid replacement operations will be included in the Contract documents: Highway 417 The rapid replacement will only occur on a weekend. Lane and ramp closures and reopening will occur as follows: The O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp will be closed from 5:00 p.m. on the Saturday to 5:00 a.m. on the Monday of the rapid replacement weekend; The Parkdale eastbound on-ramp and the Carling eastbound on-ramps only be closed from 5:00 p.m. on the Saturday to 11:00 a.m. on the Sunday of the rapid replacement weekend; Closure of lanes on Highway 417 will not commence until 5:00 p.m. on the Saturday of the rapid replacement weekend, with full closure of the highway beginning at 6:00 p.m.; Two (2) lanes will be open on Highway 417 in each direction by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday following the rapid replacement operations; and The remaining lanes on Highway 417 will be reopened by 5:00 a.m. on the Monday following the rapid replacement operations. One (1) lane of the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be reopened two (2) weeks after the rapid replacement operations. City Streets Starting at 12:00 p.m. on the Saturday of the rapid replacement weekend, the following City streets will be closed to facilitate the set-up of the rapid replacement equipment: Chamberlain Avenue between Bronson Avenue and Bank Street; Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue; Percy Street at Chamberlain Avenue; Lyon Street at Chamberlain Avenue; Glendale Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue; and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. The following mitigation will be included in the Contract documents to mitigate impacts to traffic during full closure of City streets during the rapid replacement operations: Pre-closure signage will be erected a minimum of two (2) weeks in advance at all closure points; The above-noted City streets will be reopened to traffic following the rapid replacement operations by Monday at 7:00 a.m. On Chamberlain Avenue, a minimum of two (2) lanes will be provided between Kent Street and Bank Street. Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) will remain closed after the rapid replacement operations to facilitate the reconstruction of the median and sidewalks, including work at the abutments. City of Ottawa police presence will be required along proposed detour routes during the rapid replacement operations at the following intersections: o Rochester Street at ramp terminal o Booth Street at Orangeville Street MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 67

74 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report o Carling Avenue and Booth Street o Carling Avenue and Bronson Avenue o Bronson Avenue and Holmwood Avenue o Bronson Avenue southbound to Riverside Drive ramp Terminal o Riverside Drive eastbound to Bronson Avenue northbound ramp entrance o Riverside Drive and Industrial Avenue o Riverside Drive and Tremblay Road o Catherine Street eastbound at Bronson Avenue Emergency Services During the periods when Chamberlain Avenue is blocked by the movement of the rapid replacement equipment to and from the construction staging area to the bridge site, the Contractor should maintain access for fire and ambulance for those buildings and residences between Lyon Street and Bank Street, with access to Chamberlain via Bank. This may require the installation of a system to retain the granular materials required to create a platform for the SPMTs. In addition to the above noted mitigation, a Traffic and Incident Management Plan (TIMP) was prepared as part of the Detail Design and was presented to the City of Ottawa Traffic Incident Management Group. As specified in the Contract documents, the Contractor should be required to develop a Traffic Control Management Plan, which should include the actions detailed below to mitigate impacts to traffic during construction: Preparation of a Communication Plan including: o Bilingual media releases (local newspaper and radio notices) and residential/business mailouts with a plan of the detours and alternate access routes, in advance of the pre-rapid replacement operations, full closure, and post-rapid replacement operations; and o Motorist information, which will be delivered through bilingual portable variable message signs, temporary advance information signs (TC 64 s), and detour signs along Highway 417 and local City streets. For the full closure of Highway 417: o Preparation of a Traffic Staging Plan, including the activities, sequencing, and procedures required to close and reopen Highway 417 and associated ramps for eastbound and westbound traffic; o Preparation of an Emergency Traffic Plan to address highway re-opening delays and the unexpected closure of detour routes due to traffic incidents; o The use of portable variable message signs during the rapid replacement operations; and o Coordination with the City of Ottawa. For the construction site: o Preparation of a Traffic Control Plan for the construction staging; o Preparation and updates, as required, to the Local Street Closure Plan and implementation of closures as specified in the Contract documents; o Preparation and implementation of a Construction Site Control Plan. Pre- and post-full closure of Highway 417: o Preparation of a Traffic Staging Plan for all work required on Highway 417 prior to and following the full closures as specified in the Contract documents. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 68

75 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report In addition, the Contractor should be required to develop an Incident Management Plan which includes scheduling and coordinating with an Incident Management Team (IMT) including staff from City of Ottawa Traffic and Operations, OC Transpo, Ontario Provincial Police, City of Ottawa Police and Emergency Services. Access by buses and pedestrians to all existing bus stops on Chamberlain Avenue will be maintained at all times, except during the rapid replacement weekend. The Contractor should provide OC Transpo advance notice to coordinate adjustments required to their facilities as a result of construction works PEDESTRIAN ACCESS Potential Impacts Impacts to pedestrian access on City streets are expected during construction as follows: WORK STAGE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES CLOSURES / IMPACTS Closure of the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North (under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street) EXPECTED DURATION 1 to 2 weeks prior to the rapid replacement MITIGATION 7 Preparation of the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) to provide SPMTs access to the structure Advance signage should be put in place to direct pedestrians to safe routes through or around the construction work zone for safety purposes Pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk on Bank Street The Contractor should install bilingual signage at the intersection preceding the detour Advance signage should be put in place to direct pedestrians to safe routes through or around the construction work zone for safety purposes Where pedestrians 8 Rapid replacement weekend During the rapid replacement operations, there will be no pedestrian access on Chamberlain Avenue between Lyon Street and Bank Street, or on the sidewalk on the 1 weekend MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 69

76 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report east side of Kent Street North (under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street) No access to bus stops on Chamberlain Avenue Closure of the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North (under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street) must be detoured, the Contractor should install bilingual signage at the intersection preceding the detour 9 Reinstatement of Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) 2 to 3 weeks after the rapid replacement Advance signage should be put in place to direct pedestrians to safe routes through or around the construction work zone for safety purposes Pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk on Bank Street The Contractor should install bilingual signage at the intersection preceding the detour One residential entrance and numerous commercial entrances exist on the south side of Chamberlain Avenue within the project limits. These entrances will not be affected as part of the construction of proposed works. Mitigation The Contractor will be responsible for vehicular and pedestrian traffic control on or adjacent to City streets and should be required to develop a Construction Site Pedestrian Control Plan (CSPCP) which will ensure the provision of a safe and accessible path of travel for all pedestrians, including those with disabilities and/or increased mobility needs. The CSPCP should address: pedestrian signing; directional signage; sidewalk maintenance; relocation, maintenance and removal of pedestrian barriers; all necessary delineation to provide a safe environment for pedestrians; and accommodation of pedestrians either through or around the construction site via a hard surfaced pedestrian facility along at least one side of the corridor at all times, with access to all buildings and street crossings. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 70

77 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report During temporary sidewalk closures on Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street North, advance signage will be put in place to direct pedestrians to safe routes through or around the construction work zone for safety purposes. Specific closures will be dependent on the Contractor s timing and sequence of construction activities. Where pedestrians must be detoured, the Contractor should install bilingual signage at the intersection preceding the detour PROPERTY REQUIREMENTS Potential Impacts There are no property requirements as part of the proposed works for this project, therefore mitigation is not required AIR QUALITY During preliminary design, it was identified that the contribution of the Highway 417 Expansion Project is projected to be below applicable government guidelines for air quality and would have an unnoticeable and insignificant impact on smog pollutants. Therefore, mitigation is not proposed NOISE Potential Impacts The study area is governed by the City of Ottawa Noise By-Law (By-Law no ), and therefore, an exemption from the noise by-law is be required for any night-time construction activity. It is anticipated that there will be an increase in noise levels during construction. Night-time construction activities may include sawcutting, roadway excavation, paving, placement of granular materials and concrete, construction of barrier and retaining walls, installation of roadway protection systems, drainage works, and other construction activities. Mitigation The Contractor should abide by all municipal control by-laws for the day-to-day construction. However, night-time work will be required in order to minimize traffic closure impacts and to minimize the duration of construction. A noise by-law exemption will be obtained prior to construction for the required night work. Equipment should be maintained in an operating condition that prevents unnecessary noise, including but not limited to non-defective muffler systems, properly secured components, and the lubrication of moving parts. Idling of equipment should be restricted to the minimum necessary to perform the specified work UTILITIES Potential Impacts There are several utilities within the travel path of the rapid replacement equipment that require temporary relocation and reinstatement to accommodate the proposed works. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 71

78 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report A 1220 mm watermain is located on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Bank Street and Percy Street. A portion of the watermain is located under the concrete road base of Chamberlain Avenue, with a large portion located just north of the north curb line and not under the concrete slab. Mitigation One Hydro Ottawa guy pole located on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue and existing City of Ottawa lighting davits will be temporarily removed and replaced following the rapid replacement operations. A City of Ottawa water hydrant will be temporarily moved by City of Ottawa work crews on the day of the rapid replacement operations. The Contractor should protect and monitor the existing 1220 mm watermain as specified in the Contract documents. Protection and monitoring of the existing 1220 mm watermain is required during all stages of construction and for the full duration of all the work to be performed / constructed in the vicinity of the existing 1220 mm watermain. 4.3 CULTURAL ENVIRONMENT Cultural Heritage During detail design, a cultural heritage evaluation was completed for the Kent Street overpass to determine the cultural heritage value of the structure and is documented in the following report: Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report, Kent Street Overpass, MTO Site No /1-2, Highway 417 (Ottawa Queensway), Lot F, Concession C, Rideau Front, Geographic Township of Nepean, City of Ottawa, Ontario, WP (2012). Archaeology During preliminary design, Stage 1 and Stage 2 Archaeological Assessments were completed for the larger Highway 417 Expansion Project and are documented in the following reports, which were reviewed during detail design for information on archaeological potential within the study area: Stage I Archaeological Assessment of Highway 417 from Highway 416 Easterly to Anderson Road (2002); and Stage II Archaeological Assessment of Highway 417 (Queensway) from Highway 416 Easterly to Anderson Road (2004) CULTURAL HERITAGE Potential Impacts As the Kent Street overpass structure is more than forty years old, a cultural heritage evaluation of the structure was undertaken to assess its cultural heritage value. The Ontario Heritage Bridge Guidelines Interim (2008) were used, which sets out a scoring system to determine cultural heritage value or interest based on specific criteria. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 72

79 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report Mitigation The Kent Street overpass structure is not included in the Ontario Heritage Bridge List and has not been identified as a Candidate Class A, B, or C structure in the Heritage Bridges Identification and Assessment Guide , Ontario. The City of Ottawa has not identified the overpass structure as having cultural heritage value. The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report (CHER) for the Kent Street overpass comprised a summary of the heritage attributes of the bridge and resulted in a cultural heritage value score of 43, based on the evaluation criteria of the Ontario Heritage Bridge Guidelines. Therefore, the overpass structure does not meet the threshold of 60 points to be considered provincially important and worthy of inclusion on the Ontario Heritage Bridge List. The MTO Heritage Bridge Committee has reviewed and accepted the findings of the CHER, which was also submitted to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport for the Ministry s records. No further mitigation is required prior to replacement of the overpass ARCHAEOLOGY Potential Impacts No evidence of archaeological resources was identified within the existing Highway 417 right-of-way during the Stage I and Stage II Archaeological Assessments undertaken during preliminary design. As the existing right-of-way has been significantly disturbed, there are no present archaeological concerns. Mitigation In the event that deeply buried archaeological deposits are discovered in the course of construction, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport ( ) should be notified immediately. Should previously undocumented archaeological resources be discovered, they may be new archaeological sites and therefore subject to Section 48 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act. The proponent or person discovering the archaeological resources must cease alteration of the site immediately and engage a licensed consultant archaeologist to carry out a determination of their nature and significance. In the event that human remains are encountered during construction, the Cemeteries Regulation Unit of the Ministry of Consumer Service ( ) should be notified. In situations where human remains are associated with archaeological resources, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport should also be contacted to ensure that the site is not subject to unlicensed alterations which would be a contravention of the Ontario Heritage Act. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 73

80 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 4.4 SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS, PROPOSED MITIGATION, COMMITMENTS TO FURTHER WORK Table 4-4 summarizes the identified key environmental concerns and proposed mitigating measures. Table 4-4: Summary of Environmental Concerns and Commitments I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring NATURAL ENVIRONMENT 1.0 Fisheries and Aquatic Ecosystems (Section 4.1.1) TESR Reference: Section and Table No watercourses were identified within the project limits or the immediate surrounding area. MTO MNR MOE None required. N/A 2.0 Vegetation (Section 4.1.2) TESR Reference: Section and Table Construction access routes and the temporary construction staging area will result in disturbance to vegetation. MTO MNR MOE The temporary construction staging area will be delineated using temporary fencing. Contract Drawings Vegetation removal and grading will be minimized to only what is required for the proposed works. Required vegetation removal and protection measures will be conducted in accordance with OPSS 201 (tree clearing). Contract Drawings OPSS 201 Clearing, Close Cut Clearing, Grubbing, & Removal of Surface & Piled Boulders All construction-related debris will be cleared / disposed of following construction. OPSS 180 The Management of Excess Materials A Landscape Plan has been developed and will be followed to revegetate disturbed areas and provide enhanced landscaping using native trees, shrubs, and seed mixes, as appropriate for the site conditions and in accordance with CSD recommendations. The following areas will be revegetated: Within the temporary construction staging area located within the MTO right-of-way on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Kent Street and Bank Street; Within the northeast quadrant of the MTO right-of-way on the east side of the overpass structure and north of Highway 417; and Within the southwest quadrant on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp embankment. Contract Drawings MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 74

81 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring Sod Item Code Seed and Mulch Item Code Shrubs, 600 mm Item Code Shrubs, 1.0 m Height Item Code Coniferous Trees, 2.0 m Height Item Code Coniferous Trees, 2.0 m Height Item Code Deciduous Trees, 50 mm Caliper Item Code Deciduous Trees, 60 mm Caliper Item Code Special Provision Construction Specification for Tree and Shrub Planting 3.0 Wildlife and Species at Risk (Section 4.1.3) TESR Reference: Section and Table Potential impacts to wildlife during construction. 3.2 Potential impacts to migratory birds during construction. MTO MNR MOE MTO MNR MOE The Contractor should not harass or kill any wildlife encountered during construction. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Prevention of Wildlife Harassment The Contractor should not destroy the active nests (nests with eggs or young birds), or wound or kill birds, of species protected under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 and/or Regulations under that Act. If active nests are encountered, the Ministry s Contract Administrator should be contacted. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Migratory Bird Protection General The Contractor should refrain from clearing trees between April 1 st and August 15 th to protect nesting migratory birds. In the event that tree removal must occur within the above-noted window, the Contractor should retain a Qualified Avian Biologist to conduct a nesting survey prior to clearing. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Migratory Bird Protection General The Contractor should take all necessary measures to seal all structural work plant, forms, and enclosures against entry of birds protected under the provision of the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 in order to prevent their nesting within the work area. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Migratory Bird Protection Structures 4.0 Designated Natural Areas (Section 4.1.4) TESR Reference: Section and Table No designated natural heritage features or areas were identified. MTO MNR MOE None required. N/A 5.0 Hydrology / Surface Water (Section 4.1.5) TESR Reference: Section and Table There is a negligible overall increase in impervious area due to construction of this MTO MNR MOE The main sewer system on Highway 417 will not be affected as part of the proposed works. Due to the minor shift of the median barrier, minor adjustments for elevation and offset are MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 75

82 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects project in the context of the total watershed areas. Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring required for most of the existing catchbasins in the median. The existing roadside catchbasins will be adjusted vertically, based on the revised pavement elevations. Catch basins will be covered with filler fabric during placement of temporary granular fill. Contract Drawings 6.0 Erosion and Sediment Control (Section 4.1.6) TESR Reference: None 6.1 Uncontrolled erosion and sedimentation occurring during construction can result in a loss of topsoil, disruption of nearby watercourses, and degradation of downstream water quality. MTO MNR MOE The Contractor should be required to prepare an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan. All vegetated cover not specified for removal should be preserved in order to minimize erosion and sedimentation. Special Provision Erosion and Sediment Control Contract Drawings All erosion and sediment control measures should be integrated with a construction operation and the schedule as determined by the Contractor. Operations should not be commenced until temporary erosion and sediment control measures have been installed. Erosion control measures should include but not be limited to silt fence barrier, straw bale flow checks, tarps, etc. Special Provision Erosion and Sediment Control Erosion and sediment control measures should accommodate other aspects of the work including, but not restricted to the following: (a) work area requirements, including equipment access, operation and storage, and material supply, utilization and storage (b) surface drainage from outside, through or around the work (c) areas of disturbed soil and soil stockpiles (d) means of access to erosion and sediment control measures requiring maintenance (e) constraints that may be specified elsewhere in the Contract (f) protection of completed portions of the work Special Provision Erosion and Sediment Control The Contractor should monitor the erosion and sediment control measures and if the measures are found to be ineffective, the Contractor should immediately make changes in MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 76

83 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring order to control erosion and sediment. Special Provision Erosion and Sediment Control Temporary erosion and sediment control measures should be maintained and kept in place until 100% of all work has been completed and stabilized. Temporary control measures should be removed at the completion of the work but not until permanent erosion control measures, as specified in the contract, have been established. Special Provision Erosion and Sediment Control 7.0 Waste and Contamination / Management of Excess Materials (Section 4.1.7) TESR Reference: Section and Table If not managed properly, excess waste and emissions have the potential to contaminate the surrounding MTO MNR MOE Excess materials generated during construction will be managed in accordance with OPSS 180 (General Specification for the Management of Excess Material). OPSS The Management of Excess Material environment All wood waste will be managed as per OPSS 180. OPSS The Management of Excess Material All activities, including equipment maintenance, refueling and concrete truck washing should be controlled to prevent entry of petroleum products (e.g. gasoline, oils, lubricants), primers, grout, bonding adhesives or other hazardous or deleterious substances including any debris, waste, rubble or concrete materials in all drainage systems within the project limits unless otherwise specified in the contract. Substances are to be stored and mixed on protected surfaces away from the drainage systems within the project limits in order to prevent contamination of soils and waters. Any such material which advertently enters the drainage system within the project limits should be removed by the Contractor, at his own expense, in a manner satisfactory to the Contract Administrator. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Equipment Refueling, Maintenance and Washing For mobile equipment and vehicles, maintenance, refueling and truck washing should be conducted no closer than 30 metres from the drainage system within the project limits in order to prevent water contamination due to accidental spills. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Equipment Refueling, Maintenance and Washing All large equipment working in or near the drainage systems within the project limits should be well maintained to avoid contaminant leakage, should be free of excess surface oil or grease and should be equipped with spill kits deemed acceptable by the Contract Administrator. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 77

84 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring Operational Constraint (Environmental) Equipment Refueling, Maintenance and Washing Effluent from concrete cutting and grinding operations, that does not dry without run-off from the concrete surfaces that are cut/ground, should be captured and contained for management. It is the Contractor's responsibility to obtain any approvals, releases, and agreements, and conditions of same, that are required to implement the Contractor's strategy for the management of effluent. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Management of Effluent from Concrete Cutting/Grinding Where the Contractor manages excess earth as disposable fill, the Contractor should take into account the possibility of salt impacts and ensure that the material is managed responsibly and in an environmentally appropriate manner. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Management of Excess Earth with Salt Impacts Where the Contractor intends to manage the excess earth that may be salt impacted on private property, the Contractor should make the Property Owner aware that it may be salt impacted by using the Property Owner s Release. The Contractor is responsible for conducting such sampling and testing as may be necessary to comply with any requirements imposed by the Property Owner as a condition of accepting the excess earth. Operational Constraint (Environmental) Management of Excess Earth with Salt Impacts SOCIAL-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT 8.0 Greenways and Open Space Linkages (Section 4.2.1) TESR Reference: Section No impacts to greenways or open space linkages are anticipated. MTO MNR MOE NCC None required. N/A 9.0 Land Use (Section 4.2.2) TESR Reference: Section and Table No impacts to current land uses are anticipated. MTO City of Ottawa None required. N/A 10.0 Aesthetics and Landscape (Section 4.2.3) TESR Reference: Section and Table The preparation of the temporary construction staging area and construction access routes will result in minor MTO MNR MOE NCC A Landscape Plan has been developed and will be followed to revegetate disturbed areas and provide enhanced landscaping using native trees, shrubs, and seed mixes, as appropriate for the site conditions and in accordance with CSD recommendations. The following areas will be revegetated: MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 78

85 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects disturbance to the existing landscape and vegetation within the project limits. Concerned Agencies City of Ottawa I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring Within the temporary construction staging area located within the MTO right-of-way on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Kent Street and Bank Street; Within the northeast quadrant of the MTO right-of-way on the east side of the overpass structure and north of Highway 417; and Within the southwest quadrant on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp embankment. The Landscape Plan will use native trees, shrubs and seed mixes. As per the Landscape Plan, vegetated areas disturbed during construction will be reinstated. The landscape design includes native species which have high durability (i.e. salt/wind tolerant, regional hardiness) and provide seasonal interest through colour, form and texture while conforming to the principles of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). Contract Drawings Sod Item Code Seed and Mulch Item Code Shrubs, 600 mm Item Code Shrubs, 1.0 m Height Item Code Coniferous Trees, 2.0 m Height Item Code Coniferous Trees, 2.0 m Height Item Code Deciduous Trees, 50 mm Caliper Item Code Deciduous Trees, 60 mm Caliper Item Code Special Provision Construction Specification for Tree and Shrub Planting In accordance with CSD recommendations, segments of black picket fencing will be installed along Kent Street adjacent to the bridge site to maintain openness around the structure. Black vinyl chain link fencing will be installed along the north side of Chamberlain Avenue as part of the reinstatement of the temporary construction staging area. Contract Drawings Snow Fence - Item Code Traffic Operations (Section 4.2.4) TESR Reference: Section Lane and ramp closures associated with the rapid bridge replacement are required on Highway 417 and will potentially result in traffic delays and queues. MTO City of Ottawa A Traffic and Incident Management Plan (TIMP) was prepared as part of the Detail Design project and was presented to the City of Ottawa Traffic Incident Management Group. The Contractor should be required to develop a Traffic Control Management Plan and Incident Management Plan, which include actions to mitigate impacts to traffic during construction, as specified in the Contract documents. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 79

86 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring Traffic Control Management Plan Item Code Incident Management Plan Item Code The rapid replacement will only occur on a weekend. The O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp will only be closed from 5:00 p.m. on the Saturday to 5:00 a.m. on the Monday of the rapid replacement weekend. The Parkdale eastbound on-ramp and the Carling eastbound on-ramps will only be closed from 5:00 p.m. on the Saturday to 11:00 a.m. on the Sunday of the rapid replacement weekend. Closure of lanes on Highway 417 will not commence until 5:00 p.m. on the Saturday of the rapid replacement weekend, with full closure of the highway beginning at 6:00 p.m. Two (2) lanes will be open on Highway 417 in each direction by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday following the rapid replacement operations. The remaining lanes on Highway 417 will be reopened by 5:00 a.m. on the Monday following the rapid replacement operations. One (1) lane of the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be reopened two (2) weeks after the rapid replacement operations. Operational Constraint Highway 417 (Queensway) Full Closure Closures will be restricted to off-peak periods and will be subject to Holiday restrictions, where feasible. SP 100F08M: Protection of Public Traffic Applicable signage and advance notification will be provided for closures and lane reductions Full closures of City streets are required during rapid replacement operations and will potentially result in traffic MTO City of Ottawa Contract Drawings Traffic Control Signing Item Code Traffic Control Management Plan Item Code Incident Management Plan Item Code Pre-closure signage will be erected a minimum of two (2) weeks in advance at all closure points. All closed City streets will be reopened to traffic following the rapid replacement operations by MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 80

87 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects delays and queues. Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring Monday at 7:00 a.m. On Chamberlain Avenue, a minimum of two (2) lanes will be provided between Kent Street and Bank Street Potential impacts to the operation of Emergency Services resulting from the movement of the rapid replacement equipment to and from the staging area to the bridge site, as well as the temporary storage of the eastbound lane existing structure, which require the use of Chamberlain Avenue. MTO City of Ottawa (including Emergency Services) Operational Constraint City Street Closures Rapid Superstructure Replacement The Contractor should maintain access for fire and ambulance services for the buildings and residents on Chamberlain Avenue between Lyon Street and Bank Street, with access to Chamberlain via Bank. Operational Constraint Maintenance of Emergency Services City of Ottawa police presence will be provided along proposed detour routes during rapid replacement operations. SP : Control of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic City Streets Staff representatives from fire and ambulance services will be included in the Incident Management Team. Incident Management Plan Item Code Pedestrian and Cyclist Access (Section 4.2.5) TESR Reference: Section and Table Impacts to pedestrian access to City streets are expected on the sidewalk on east side of Kent Street North during preparation of the eastbound off-ramp and Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) to provide SPMTs access to the structure; on the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North and on MTO City of Ottawa Property Owners The Contractor will be responsible for vehicular and pedestrian traffic control on or adjacent to City streets and should be required to develop a Construction Site Pedestrian Control Plan (CSPCP) which will ensure the provision of a safe and accessible path of travel for all pedestrians, including those with disabilities and/or increased mobility needs. The CSPCP should address: pedestrian signage; directional signing; sidewalk maintenance; relocation, maintenance and removal of pedestrian barriers; all necessary delineation to provide a side environment for pedestrians; and accommodation of pedestrians either through or around the construction site via a 1.5 m wide hard surfaced pedestrian facility along at least one side of the corridor at all times, with access to all buildings and street crossings. Traffic Control Signing Item Code SP: Control of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic City Streets Only SP: Construction Site Pedestrian Control Plan Chamberlain Avenue from Lyon Street to Bank Street during the full closure of Chamberlain during the rapid replacement weekend; and on the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street North during During temporary sidewalk closures on Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street North, advance signage should be put in place to direct pedestrians to safe routes through or around the construction work zone for safety purposes. Specific closures will be dependent on the Contractor s timing and sequence of construction activities. Where pedestrians must be detoured, the Contractor should install bilingual signage at the intersection preceding the detour. During the closure of the sidewalk on the east side of under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street, pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 81

88 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects reinstatement of Chamberlain Avenue eastbound to Kent Street North (left-turning lane under the bridge to Catherine Street) Pedestrian access to bus stops on Chamberlain Avenue will be impacted during the rapid replacement weekend. Concerned Agencies MTO City of Ottawa OC Transpo I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring on Bank Street. During the rapid replacement operations, there will be no pedestrian access on Chamberlain Avenue between Lyon Street and Bank Street, or on the sidewalk on the east side under the bridge between Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street. Traffic Control Signing Item Code SP: Construction Site Pedestrian Control Plan Access by buses and pedestrians to all existing bus stops on Chamberlain Avenue will be maintained at all times, except during the rapid replacement weekend. The Contractor will provide OC Transpo at least five (5) working days notice to coordinate adjustments required to their facilities as a result of construction works. Traffic Control Signing Item Code SP: Control of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic City Streets Only 13.0 Property Requirements (Section 4.2.6) TESR Reference: Section There are no property requirements as part of the proposed works for this project, therefore mitigation is not required. MTO Property Owners None required. N/A 14.0 Air Quality (Section 4.2.7) TESR Reference: Section and Table The contribution of the overall Highway 417 Expansion Project is projected to be below applicable government guidelines for air quality and would have an unnoticeable and insignificant impact on smog pollutants. Therefore, mitigation is not proposed. MTO MOE None required. N/A 15.0 Noise (Section 4.2.8) TESR Reference: Section and Table As the study area is largely occupied by commercial businesses and private residences and contains an MTO MOE City of Ottawa The Contractor will abide by all municipal noise control by-laws for the day-to-day construction. A noise by-law exemption will be obtained prior to construction for required night work. SP 199F31: Environmental Exemptions and Permits embassy, religious institutions and a public school, numerous noise sensitive receptors are present Equipment should be maintained in an operating condition that prevents unnecessary noise, including but not limited to non-defective muffler systems, properly secured components, and the lubrication of moving parts. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 82

89 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects It is anticipated that there will be an increase in noise levels during construction. Night-time work will be required in order to minimize traffic closure impacts on the highway, and on Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street North. Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring SP 199F33: Construction Noise Constraints Idling of equipment should be restricted to the minimum necessary to perform the specified work. SP 199F33: Construction Noise Constraints 16.0 Utilities (Section 4.2.9) TESR Reference: None 16.1 There are several utilities within the travel path of the rapid replacement equipment that require temporary relocation and reinstatement to accommodate the proposed works. MTO Hydro Ottawa City of Ottawa One Hydro Ottawa guy pole located on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue and existing City of Ottawa lighting davits will be temporarily removed and replaced following the rapid replacement operations. A City of Ottawa water hydrant will be temporarily moved by City of Ottawa work crews on the day of the rapid replacement operations A 1220 mm watermain is located on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue between Bank Street and Percy Street. A portion of the watermain is located under the concrete road base of Chamberlain Avenue, with a large portion located just north of the north curb line and not under the concrete slab. CULTURAL ENVIRONMENT MTO City of Ottawa Contract Drawings The Contractor should protect and monitor the existing 1220 mm watermain as specified in the Contract documents. Protection and monitoring of the existing 1220 mm watermain is required during all stages of construction and for the full duration of all the work to be performed / constructed in the vicinity of the existing 1220 mm watermain. Operational Constraint (Structural) Loading Restriction and Proximity Limit for Working Near to the Existing 1220 mm Watermain Operational Constraint Large Diameter Watermains Over 300 mm 17.0 Cultural Heritage (Section 4.3.1) TESR Reference: Section Potential for impacts to cultural heritage value of the Kent Street overpass structure. MTO MTCS A Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report was prepared for the Kent Street Overpass as per the Ontario Heritage Bridge Guidelines and it was not determined to meet the threshold to be considered provincially important and worthy of inclusion on the Ontario Heritage Bridge List. No further mitigation is required. N/A MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 83

90 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report I.D. # Issues/Concerns Potential Effects Concerned Agencies I.D. # Mitigation/Protection/Monitoring 18.0 Archaeology (Section 4.3.2) TESR Reference: Section and Table No archaeological resources were found during Archaeological Assessments, however there is potential for impact to archaeological resources. MTO MTCS In the event that deeply buried archaeological deposits are discovered in the course of construction, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport ( ) should be notified immediately. Should previously undocumented archaeological resources be discovered, they may be new archaeological sites and therefore subject to Section 48 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act. The proponent or person discovering the archaeological resources must cease alteration of the site immediately and engage a licensed consultant archaeologist to carry out a determination of their nature and significance. General Conditions of the Contract In the event that human remains are encountered during construction, the Cemeteries Regulation Unit of the Ministry of Consumer Service ( ) should be notified. In situations where human remains are associated with archaeological resources, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport should also be contacted to ensure that the site is not subject to unlicensed alterations which would be a contravention of the Ontario Heritage Act. General Conditions of the Contract NOTE: The TESR Reference is to the environmental issues, potential effects and mitigation measures and proposed mitigation and commitments to future work tables contained within the MTO Highway 417 (Ottawa Queensway) from Highway 416 Easterly to Anderson Road Preliminary Design Study And Environmental Assessment Transportation Environmental Study Report GWP (January 2007). MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 84

91 Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Design and Construction Report 5 MONITORING The Ministry of Transportation has an internal process to identify and address updates to the Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications (OPSS) and MTO Special Provisions. This includes on-going review of unanticipated events that occur during other construction contracts and incorporation of required updates into future contract provisions. This helps to assess the effectiveness of the contract provisions to ensure that they are providing the expected control and/or protection. An independent on-site Contract Administrator (CA Consultant) is retained by MTO to ensure that construction proceeds as per the contract documentation, including environmental protection. During construction, the on-site CA Consultant ensures that implementation of mitigating measures and key design features are consistent with the contract requirements. In addition, the effectiveness of the environmental impact mitigation measures is assessed to ensure that: Individual mitigation measures are providing the expected control and/or protection; Composite control and/or protection provided by the mitigation measures is adequate; and Additional mitigation measures are provided, as required, for any unanticipated environmental problems that may develop during construction. In the event that problems develop, the CA Consultant is there to ensure that MTO and appropriate agencies are contacted. MMM Group Limited November 2014 Page 85

92 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN (WP ) Design and Construction Report APPENDIX A Notification Material

93 NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS STRUCTURE REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN (WP ) THE STUDY The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ). The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. THE PROCESS This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Ministry of Transportation s Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held to present findings and provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed detail design. Notices will be published in local newspapers in advance of the PIC to advertise the time, date, and location of the meeting. Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and filed for a 30-day public review period. A Notice of DCR Submission will be published in local newspapers at that time to explain the review process and identify locations where the DCR can be reviewed. COMMENTS We are interested in hearing any comments that you may have regarding this study. If you wish to obtain additional information or provide input, please contact the Consultant Project Manager or MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below, or visit the project website at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this study, please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Information will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA). With the exception of personal information, all comments will be part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca.

94 AVIS DE DÉBUT D ÉTUDE REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT CONCEPTION DÉTAILLÉE (WP ) L ÉTUDE Le ministère des Transports (MTO) a retenu MMM Group Limited pour effectuer la conception détaillée relative au remplacement de la structure du passage supérieur de l autoroute 417 (rue Kent) (WP ). Ce projet comprend les éléments suivants : remplacement du passage supérieur de la rue Kent au moyen de techniques de construction à remplacement rapide; préparation d une zone provisoire pour l aménagement d aires en vue des activités de remplacement du pont, y compris la construction de nouveaux tabliers et la démolition des ponts actuels; construction de nouveaux murs antibruit sur les parois sud et remplacement de l actuelle barrière à neige sur les parois nord à l ouest du pont; travaux de construction connexes, y compris le drainage, la protection des bords de la route, l éclairage et le déplacement des services publics; travaux de construction sur la rue Kent, l avenue Chamberlain et la bretelle de sortie en direction est pour que l équipement de remplacement rapide ait accès à l emplacement du pont à partir de la zone provisoire pour construction par étapes; et gestion de la circulation, conjointement avec la Ville d Ottawa, pour l aménagement d aires en vue de la construction et du remplacement rapide. LE PROCESSUS Cette étude est conforme aux exigences du processus de planification environnementale approuvé pour les projets du groupe «B», en vertu de l'évaluation environnementale de portée générale pour les installations de transport provinciales (2000), du ministère des Transports, qui offre au public la possibilité d exprimer ses commentaires pendant toute la durée du projet. La conception préliminaire a été documentée dans un rapport d étude environnementale pour les transports (REET), qui a reçu l autorisation environnementale en Une séance d information publique (SIP) aura lieu pour présenter les conclusions et donner aux intervenants l occasion d examiner et de commenter la conception détaillée proposée. Des avis seront publiés dans des journaux locaux avant la SIP pour faire connaître l heure, la date et le lieu de la rencontre. Dès l achèvement de la conception détaillée, un rapport de conception et de construction (RCC) sera préparé et mis à la disposition du public durant 30 jours. Un avis de présentation du RCC paraîtra alors dans les journaux locaux pour expliquer le processus d examen et indiquer les lieux où le RCC pourra être consulté. COMMENTAIRES Nous accueillerons volontiers tous vos commentaires éventuels sur cette étude. Si vous avez des questions ou des commentaires à formuler, n hésitez pas à communiquer avec l une ou l autre des deux personnes ci-dessous (le chargé de projet de la firme-conseil ou l ingénieur principal du MTO), ou à vous rendre sur le site Web du projet à M. Steve Regel, P.Eng. M. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. Chargé de projet de la firme Ingénieur principal chargé du projet du MTO MMM Group Ltd. Ministère des Transports, Région de l Est 1145, chemin Hunt Club, Suite , boul. John Counter, sac postal 4000 Ottawa (Ont.) K1V 0Y3 Kingston (Ont.) K7L 5A3 Tél. : (613) Tél. : (613) (sans frais) (sans frais) Téléc. : (613) Téléc. : (613) Courriel : regels@mmm.ca Courriel : kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca Si vous avez des besoins spéciaux en matière d accessibilité et désirez participer à cette étude, veuillez communiquer avec un des membres de l équipe nommés ci-dessus. Les renseignements seront recueillis conformément à la Loi sur l accès à l information et la protection de la vie privée (LAIPVP). À l exception des renseignements personnels, tous les commentaires seront du domaine public. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français au numéro (613) , poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel : bissonm@mmm.ca.

95 Study Commencement Letter - Local Elected Representatives Ministry of Transportation Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel.: Fax: Ministère des Transports Section de la planification et de la conception 1355, boulevard John Counter CP/Service de sacs 4000 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél.: Téléc <<DATE>> <<NAME>> <<TITLE>> <<ADDRESS>> Dear <<NAME>>: RE: COMMENCEMENT OF DETAIL DESIGN HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed public notice. The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the study and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Please be advised that the Ontario Government Notice (OGN) advertising Study Commencement will be published in local newspapers as follows: The Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, October 16, 2013 Le Droit Wednesday, October 16, 2013 A copy of the notice is attached for your information. This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in

96 A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held to present findings and provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed detail design. Notices will be published in local newspapers and an invitation letter will be sent in advance of the PIC to advertise the time, date, and location of the meeting. Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and filed for a 30-day review period. Newspaper notices will be published and a letter will be sent at that time to explain the review process and identify locations where the DCR can be reviewed. Should you require further information, please feel free to contact the undersigned at the address listed below. More information is also available on the project website at Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) (toll free) Fax: (613) kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact me. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this study, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours very truly, Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer cc: Mr. Steve Regel, Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. INCLUDE NEWSPAPER NOTICES 2

97 Study Commencement Letter - Aboriginal Communities Ministry of Transportation Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel.: Fax: Ministère des Transports Section de la planification et de la conception 1355, boulevard John Counter CP/Service de sacs 4000 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél.: Téléc <<DATE>> <<NAME>> <<TITLE>> <<ORGANIZATION>> <<ADDRESS>> Dear <<NAME>>: RE: COMMENCEMENT OF DETAIL DESIGN HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the study and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held to present findings and provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed detail design. Notices will be published in local newspapers and an invitation letter will be sent to the study mailing list in advance of the PIC to advertise the time, date, and location of the meeting. 1

98 Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and filed for a 30-day review period. Newspaper notices will be published and letters will be sent to the study mailing list at that time to explain the review process and identify locations where the DCR can be reviewed. Stage 1 and Stage 2 Archaeological Assessments were undertaken during preliminary design. These investigations found no evidence of archaeological resources within the existing right-of-way of Highway 417, which has been significantly disturbed. Removal of small amounts of vegetation within the study area will be mitigated through tree protection and replacement where feasible. A landscape plan will be developed to mitigate for the loss of existing vegetation in areas disturbed by construction. Impacts to fish and fish habitat are not anticipated as a result of this project. Please provide any information, comments or questions that you may have regarding this project by Wednesday, October 30, Should you require further information regarding this study, please feel free to contact the undersigned at the address listed below. You can also visit the project website for more information at Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) (toll free) Fax: (613) kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact me. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours very truly, Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer cc: Mr. Steve Regel, Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. ATTACH KEY MAP 2

99 Study Commencement Letter - External Agencies <<DATE>> <<NAME>> <<TITLE>> <<ADDRESS>> Attention: <<NAME>> RE: COMMENCEMENT OF DETAIL DESIGN HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the study and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in 2008.

100 A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held to provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed detail design. Notices will be published in local newspapers and an invitation letter will be sent to the study mailing list in advance of the PIC to advertise the time, date, and location of the meeting. Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and filed for a 30-day review period. Newspaper notices will be published and letters will be sent to the study mailing list at that time to explain the review process and identify locations where the DCR can be reviewed. Please provide any information, comments or questions that you may have regarding this project by Wednesday, October 30, 2013 on the attached comment form, or in a separate letter. Should you require further information regarding this study, please feel free to contact the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below, or visit the project website at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Kevin Gibbs, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd ATTACH COMMENT SHEET & KEY MAP 2

101 Study Commencement Letter Technical Advisory Committee October 16, 2013 Attention: Sir/Madam Member of Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) RE: COMMENCEMENT OF DETAIL DESIGN HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the study and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held to provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed detail design. Notices will be published in local newspapers and an invitation letter will be sent to the study mailing list in advance of the PIC to advertise the time, date, and location of the meeting.

102 Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and filed for a 30-day review period. Newspaper notices will be published and letters will be sent to the study mailing list at that time to explain the review process and identify locations where the DCR can be reviewed. Please provide any information, comments or questions that you may have regarding this project by Wednesday, October 30, 2013 on the attached comment form, or in a separate letter. Should you require further information regarding this study, please feel free to contact the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below, or visit the project website at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Kevin Gibbs, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. 2

103 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) COMMENT FORM Type of Project: Environmental Assessment Type: Project Location: Detail Design Class EA for Provincial Transportation Facilities (Group B projects) City of Ottawa See enclosed Key Map Agency Name & Division or Branch: COMMENTS: 1. Does your organization wish to participate in this project? YES NO 2. If yes to the above, please provide the contact name, telephone #, address and for future correspondence. Contact Name: Telephone #: Address: 3. Preferred method of correspondence? Regular Mail 4. Please provide any information, questions, comments or concerns your agency may have at this time. For further information regarding this project, please visit or contact the Consultant Environmental Planner, Mr. Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP, MMM Group Limited. PLEASE FAX OR THIS FORM BACK BY WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2013 FAX#: (613) dickinsont@mmm.ca ATTN: Mr. Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3

104 Study Commencement Letter - Members of the Public / Interest Groups <<DATE>> <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Attention: <<NAME>> RE: COMMENCEMENT OF DETAIL DESIGN HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the study and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The purpose of the detail design phase is to prepare the approved plan for implementation, including preparing contract documents, refining the mitigation strategy, and obtaining required approvals/permits.

105 A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held to provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed detail design. Notices will be published in local newspapers and an invitation letter will be sent to the study mailing list in advance of the PIC to advertise the time, date, and location of the meeting. Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and filed for a 30-day review period. Newspaper notices will be published and letters will be sent to the study mailing list at that time to explain the review process and identify locations where the DCR can be reviewed. Should you require further information regarding this study, please feel free to contact the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below, or visit the project website at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this study, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., Courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Kevin Gibbs, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd ATTACH KEY MAP 2

106 See Appendix B for Public Information Centre notification material contained in the appendices of the Public Information Centre Summary Report

107 NOTICE OF SUBMISSION - DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN (WP ) THE STUDY The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ). The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will be required on Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue, and on Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. THE PROCESS This project was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B projects under the Ministry of Transportation s Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The purpose of this notice is to inform the public that a Design and Construction Report (DCR) has been prepared and will be available from November 24, 2014 to December 23, 2014 for a 30-day public review period. The DCR is available on the project website ( and can be reviewed at the following locations during normal hours of operation: City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. COMMENTS Interested persons are encouraged to review the DCR and provide comments by December 23, If there are no outstanding concerns after the 30-day review period has expired, further documentation will not be prepared and construction may commence without further notice. If you have questions or comments please feel free to contact either the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Project Engineer listed below. You can also visit the project website for more information. Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca peter.freure@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Information will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA). With the exception of personal information, all comments will be part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca.

108 AVIS DE DÉPÔT RAPPORT SUR LA CONCEPTION ET LA CONSTRUCTION REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT CONCEPTION DÉTAILLÉE (WP ) L ÉTUDE Le ministère des Transports de l Ontario (MTO) a retenu les services de MMM Group Limited pour effectuer la conception détaillée relative au remplacement de la structure du passage supérieur de l autoroute 417 (rue Kent) (WP ). Ce projet comprend les éléments suivants : Remplacement du passage supérieur de la rue Kent au moyen de techniques de construction à remplacement rapide Préparation d une zone provisoire de rassemblement clôturée en vue des activités de remplacement du pont, y compris la construction de nouveaux tabliers et la démolition des ponts actuels Remplacement de l actuelle barrière à neige sur les parois nord à l ouest du pont et à travers le pont Travaux de construction connexes, y compris le drainage, la protection des bords de la route, l éclairage et le déplacement des services publics Travaux de construction sur la rue Kent, l avenue Chamberlain et la bretelle de sortie en direction est pour permettre l accès à l emplacement du pont à partir de la zone provisoire de rassemblement en vue du transport de l équipement de remplacement rapide Gestion de la circulation, en collaboration avec la Ville d Ottawa, pour les phases des travaux de construction et les opérations de remplacement rapide. Avant, pendant et après les opérations de remplacement, il faudra réduire des voies ou en fermer complètement sur l autoroute 417 en directions est et ouest, la bretelle de sortie en direction est de la rue Kent, l avenue Chamberlain Ouest vers la rue Kent Nord, et l avenue Chamberlain proprement dite. Pendant les opérations de remplacement, des fermetures supplémentaires seront nécessaires sur la rue Percy entre la rue Catherine et l avenue Chamberlain, et sur la rue Percy, la rue Lyon, l avenue Glendale, et l avenue Imperial à l avenue Chamberlain. LE PROCESSUS Ce projet s est déroulé conformément au processus approuvé de planification environnementale prévu pour les projets du groupe B, et ce, conformément à l évaluation environnementale de portée générale pour les installations provinciales de transport (2000) du ministère des Transports, qui offre à la population la possibilité d exprimer ses commentaires pendant toute la durée du projet. Le présent avis a pour objet d informer le public qu un rapport sur la conception et la construction (RCC) a été rédigé et sera disponible durant une période de 30 jours (du 24 novembre au 23 décembre 2014) pour consultation publique. Il figure sur le site Web du projet ( et peut être consulté aux emplacements suivants pendant les heures normales d ouverture : Ville d Ottawa Centre du service à la clientèle, Hôtel de ville 110, avenue Laurier Ouest Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 1J1 Bibliothèque publique d Ottawa Succursale Centrale 120, rue Metcalfe Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 5M2 Centre récréatif McNabb 180, rue Percy Ottawa (Ontario) K1R 6E5 Du lundi au vendredi : de 8 h 30 à 17 h Du lundi au jeudi : de 10 h à 21 h Vendredi : de 10 h à 18 h Samedi : de 10 h à 17 h Dimanche : de 13 h à 17 h Du lundi au jeudi : de 8 h à 22 h Vendredi et samedi : de 8 h à 20 h Dimanche : de 9 h à 20 h COMMENTAIRES Les personnes intéressées sont encouragées à examiner le RCC et à formuler des commentaires d ici le 23 décembre Si aucune préoccupation ne subsiste après la période d examen de 30 jours, aucune autre documentation ne sera préparée et la construction pourra commencer sans autre préavis. Si vous avez des questions ou des commentaires, n hésitez pas à communiquer avec une des personnes indiquées ci-dessous ou à visiter le site Web du projet : M. Steve Regel, ing. M. Peter Freure, ing. Chargé de projet de la firme-conseil Ingénieur principal chargé du projet du MTO MMM Group Limited Ministère des Transports, Région de l Est 1145, chemin Hunt Club, bureau , boul. John Counter, sac postal 4000 Ottawa (Ontario) K1V 0Y3 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél. : Tél. : (sans frais) (sans frais) Téléc. : Téléc. : Courriel : regels@mmm.ca Courriel : peter.freure@ontario.ca Si vous avez des besoins spéciaux en matière d accessibilité pour participer à ce projet, veuillez communiquer avec un des membres de l équipe de projet dont les noms figurent ci-dessus. Les renseignements seront recueillis conformément à la Loi sur l accès à l information et la protection de la vie privée. À l exception des renseignements personnels, tous les commentaires deviendront du domaine public. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français au , poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, ing.; courriel : bissonm@mmm.ca.

109 DCR Submission Letter to Local Elected Representatives Ministry of Transportation Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel.: Fax: Ministère des Transports Section de la planification et de la conception 1355, boulevard John Counter CP/Service de sacs 4000 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél.: Téléc November 19, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Dear <<NAME>>: RE: SUBMISSION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ). The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will be required on Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue, and on Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. This project was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The purpose of this letter is to inform you that a Design and Construction Report (DCR), documenting the detail design and associated environmental protection plan, has been prepared and will be available from November 24, 2014 to December 23, 2014 for a 30-day public review period. The DCR will also be made available on the project website ( and can be reviewed at the following locations during normal hours of operation: 1

110 City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please be advised that the Ontario Government Notice (OGN) advertising submission of the DCR will be published in local newspapers as follows: The Ottawa Citizen Monday, November 24, 2014 Ottawa Le Droit Monday, November 24, 2014 A copy of the notice is attached for your information. Interested persons are encouraged to review the DCR and provide comments by December 23, If there are no outstanding concerns after the 30-day review period has expired, further documentation will not be prepared and construction may commence without further notice. If you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact the undersigned at the address listed below. Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) (toll free) Fax: (613) peter.freure@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact me. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours very truly, Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer cc: Mr. Steve Regel, Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Attach English and French Notices 2

111 DCR Submission Letter to Aboriginal Communities Ministry of Transportation Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel.: Fax: Ministère des Transports Section de la planification et de la conception 1355, boulevard John Counter CP/Service de sacs 4000 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél.: Téléc November 19, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Dear <<NAME>>: RE: SUBMISSION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ). The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will be required on Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue, and on Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. This project was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The purpose of this letter is to inform you that a Design and Construction Report (DCR), documenting the detail design and associated environmental protection plan, has been prepared and will be available from November 24, 2014 to December 23, 2014 for a 30-day public review period. The DCR will also be made available on the project website ( and can be reviewed at the following locations during normal hours of operation: 1

112 City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. If requested, a digital copy of the DCR can also be provided via . Interested persons are encouraged to review the DCR and provide comments by December 23, If there are no outstanding concerns after the 30-day review period has expired, further documentation will not be prepared and construction may commence without further notice. If you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact the undersigned at the address listed below. Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) (toll free) Fax: (613) peter.freure@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact me. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours very truly, Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer cc: Mr. Steve Regel, Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Attach English and French Notices 2

113 DCR Submission Letter to External Agencies November 24, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Attention: <<NAME>> <<TITLE>> RE: SUBMISSION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will be required on Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue, and on Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. This project was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The purpose of this letter is to inform you that a Design and Construction Report (DCR), documenting the detail design and associated environmental protection plan, has been prepared and will be available from November 24, 2014 to December 23, 2014 for a 30-day public review period. The DCR will also be made available on the project website ( and can be reviewed at the following locations during normal hours of operation: 1

114 City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Interested persons are encouraged to review the DCR and provide comments by December 23, If there are no outstanding concerns after the 30-day review period has expired, further documentation will not be prepared and construction may commence without further notice. If you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact either the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Project Engineer listed below. Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P. Eng., Courriel: Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng., Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Attach Key Map 2

115 DCR Submission Letter to Technical Advisory Committee November 24, 2014 Attention: Sir / Madam Member of Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) RE: SUBMISSION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will be required on Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue, and on Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. This project was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The purpose of this letter is to inform you that a Design and Construction Report (DCR), documenting the detail design and associated environmental protection plan, has been prepared and will be available from November 24, 2014 to December 23, 2014 for a 30-day public review period. The DCR will also be made available on the project website ( and can be reviewed at the following locations during normal hours of operation: 1

116 City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Interested persons are encouraged to review the DCR and provide comments by December 23, If there are no outstanding concerns after the 30-day review period has expired, further documentation will not be prepared and construction may commence without further notice. If you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact either the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Project Engineer listed below. Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P. Eng., Courriel: Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng., Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Attach Key Map 2

117 DCR Submission Letter to Members of the Public / Interest Groups November 24, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Attention: <<NAME>> <<TITLE>> RE: SUBMISSION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REPORT HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary fenced construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of and across the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, the left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. During rapid replacement operations, additional closures will be required on Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue, and on Percy Street, Lyon Street, Glendale Avenue, and Imperial Avenue at Chamberlain Avenue. This project was carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The purpose of this letter is to inform you that a Design and Construction Report (DCR), documenting the detail design and associated environmental protection plan, has been prepared and will be available from November 24, 2014 to December 23, 2014 for a 30-day public review period. The DCR will also be made available on the project website ( and can be reviewed at the following locations during normal hours of operation: 1

118 City of Ottawa Client Service Centre, City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ottawa Public Library Main Branch 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. McNabb Recreation Centre 180 Percy Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6E5 Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Interested persons are encouraged to review the DCR and provide comments by December 23, If there are no outstanding concerns after the 30-day review period has expired, further documentation will not be prepared and construction may commence without further notice. If you have further questions or comments, please feel free to contact either the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Project Engineer listed below. Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Peter Freure, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P. Eng., Courriel: Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Peter Freure, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Attach Key Map 2

119 KEY MAP HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP )

120 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN (WP ) Design and Construction Report APPENDIX B Public Information Centre Summary Report & Appendices

121 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT: (WP ) Detail Design CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PROVINCIAL TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES (GROUP B) PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE (July 9, 2014) SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 Ottawa, Ontario

122 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction... 1 Purpose... 2 Location, Date and Time... 2 Methods of Notification... 2 Project Team Representatives... 3 Format and Material Displayed... 3 Attendance... 4 Website... 4 Summary of Comments... 4 Next Steps LIST OF TABLES Table 1: Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) - Summary of Comments Received & Responses... 6 LIST OF APPENDICES Appendix A Newspaper Notices Appendix B Notification Letters Appendix C PIC Display Materials Appendix D Comments Received i

123 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 INTRODUCTION The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to prepare the Detail Design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) in the City of Ottawa. Between 2002 and 2008, MTO completed a Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment (EA) study to review infrastructure and operational issues on Highway 417 from Highway 416 to Anderson Road. The study examined existing and future problems and opportunities and developed a Recommended Plan to guide the future evolution of the Queensway over the next 20 years. In general, the Recommended Plan involves widening Highway 417 from 3 mainline lanes to 4 lanes in each direction from Highway 416 to Carling Avenue and from Metcalfe Street to OR 174. Following approval of the EA in 2008, the Ministry is proceeding with implementation of the Recommended Plan, including completion of Detail Design and contract preparation for specific elements of the plan. The current project undergoing Detail Design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound offramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (to Catherine Street), and Chamberlain Avenue. This project is being carried out in accordance with the approved planning process for Group B undertakings under the requirements of the Ministry of Transportation s Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (MTO, 2000), which has been approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. At the conclusion of the Detail Design study, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared for the project and will include: A description of the Recommended Plan, including any changes to transportation engineering and environmental issues identified in Preliminary Design; A summary of stakeholder consultation; and A detailed description of anticipated environmental effects and recommended mitigation measures that will be incorporated into construction documents. The DCR will be made available for a 30-day public review period. Newspaper notices will be published at that time to explain the review process and identify the locations where the DCR is available for viewing. Upon completion of the public review period, the project will be considered to have met the requirements 1

124 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 of MTO s Class EA. Under the Class EA, there are no bump-up (Part II Order) opportunities for Group B projects during the DCR review. This report documents the comments and questions received from external agencies and members of the public during and following the Public Information Centre (PIC) for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project. The PIC was held on Wednesday, July 9, This report will be included as part of the DCR for this project. PURPOSE Public Information Centres (PICs) provide stakeholders who are most likely to be affected by a proposed project with the opportunity to review planning and project information and discuss their concerns with members of the Project Team. The purpose of this PIC was to provide an opportunity for stakeholders to review and comment on the following elements of the project: The overall study process; Existing conditions in the study area; Plans for the proposed overpass replacement; Construction staging and implementation; and Anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation. LOCATION, DATE AND TIME The PIC was held as follows: Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Location: Dalhousie Community Centre (Room 31) 755 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM A session was offered from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in advance of the PIC for any interested local elected officials, Aboriginal community representatives, and external agency representatives. METHODS OF NOTIFICATION Newspaper Advertisement On Wednesday, June 25, 2014, an English newspaper notice was published in the Ottawa Citizen and a French newspaper notice was published in Le Droit to inform stakeholders of the upcoming PIC. Copies of the newspaper notices are provided in Appendix A. 2

125 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 Direct Mailings PIC notification letters and copies of the PIC notice were distributed by mail to local elected officials and Aboriginal community representatives on Wednesday, June 18, In addition, notification letters and a key plan of the study area were distributed by mail and to external agencies, residents in the vicinity of the Kent Street Overpass, interest groups, and other stakeholders on the project contact list on Wednesday, June 25, Copies of the notification letters are provided in Appendix B. PROJECT TEAM REPRESENTATIVES The following members of the Project Team were available at the PIC to discuss the project with attendees: Mr. Kevin Gibbs MTO Senior Project Engineer (Bilingual) Mr. Kevin Ogilvie MTO Senior Environmental Planner Mr. Steve Regel Consultant Project Manager, MMM Group Mr. Tim Dickinson Consultant Environmental Planner, MMM Group Ms. Anita Sott Consultant Planner, MMM Group Ms. Meghan MacMillan Consultant Planner, MMM Group (Bilingual) FORMAT AND MATERIAL DISPLAYED This PIC was organized as an informal drop-in style session which allowed interested stakeholders to review, discuss, and provide comments on any aspect of the project. Attendees were greeted upon arrival and were encouraged to sign the register and to submit written comments on the comment forms provided. Bilingual display panels were placed around the room and representatives from the Project Team, including bilingual team members, were available to answer questions and discuss the project with attendees. The display materials (provided in Appendix C) covered the following topics: Welcome / PIC Information; Detail Design Study Process; Background & Preliminary Design; Detail Design Scope of Work; Existing Structural Conditions and Recommended Plan; Existing Environmental Conditions; Recommended Plan Highway 417 Construction; Recommended Plan Kent Street Construction; Recommended Plan Rapid Lift Staging Area; Summary of Construction Staging; Construction Staging Work Stage Locations; Construction Staging Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue; Construction Staging Highway 417; 3

126 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 Construction Staging Kent Street Eastbound Off-ramp Prior to and After Rapid Lift; Highway 417 Full Closure Detour Routes during Rapid Replacement; Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North Closure Detour Route; Environmental Impacts and Mitigation; and Next Steps. Display boards and project updates were posted to the project website ( at approximately 12:00 PM on Thursday, July 10, During the PIC, it was explained that the display boards would become available on the project website for online viewing. The project website address was provided on the Next Steps display board. PIC attendees were also encouraged to approach any Project Team members with their questions or concerns and to provide written comments on the comment sheets provided at the PIC, or within a twoweek period following the PIC. The completed comment sheets, subsequent comments received by , and related responses are detailed in Table 1. ATTENDANCE During the course of the advance session (3:00 PM 4:00 PM) and the PIC (4:00 PM 7:00 PM), a total of fifteen (15) individuals signed the register. Attendees included: One (1) representative from the office of MPP Yasir Naqvi; City of Ottawa staff; Property owners in the vicinity of the Kent Street Overpass; and Members of the general public. WEBSITE As noted above, a website for the Highway 417 Expansion Project (GWP & GWP ) was created to provide project information, updates and documents to interested stakeholders. The project website is available at Following publication of the newspaper notices advertising the PIC and leading up to the event date (June 25 July 9, 2014 inclusive), the website had 619 visits. During the two-week period following the PIC (July 10 July 23, 2014 inclusive), the website had 680 visits. SUMMARY OF COMMENTS PIC attendees were encouraged to complete comment sheets. The following represents a brief summary of comments received for the project during and in the two weeks following the PIC. Two (2) comment sheets were submitted at the PIC, one (1) of which required a response. An additional seven (7) comments were received in advance of or following the PIC by and which required a response. 4

127 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 The majority of comments and questions received pertained to the following: Impacts of the required City street closures on individual properties, including impacts to property access for property owners on Chamberlain Avenue and Catherine Street; Inquiries regarding the recommended plan for the bridge replacement including the rapid replacement process and duration; Inquiries regarding the planned date for the overpass replacement and required City street and highway lane and ramp closures; Construction staging, anticipated timing and associated traffic impacts and detours; Availability of the PIC materials on the project website; MTO notification protocols for the PIC; Clarification regarding the location of noise barrier retrofits and construction timing as part of this project and other ongoing detail design projects in the Highway 417 corridor; and Inquiries regarding the permission of parkland or publicly accessible linear landscaping within the MTO Highway 417 right-of-way. Table 1 represents a summary of the comments received regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement project. These comments were received through comment sheets, phone calls, , and the project website and are presented in the table in no particular order. The tables also include a summary of how the comments were addressed. All comments requiring a response have been responded to with a letter or addressing the submitter s comments, questions and/or concerns. Please Note: Comment Sheets (CS) and other comments received (CR) have been given a reference number (top right corner) and are included in Appendix D. Personal information has been removed in all submitted comments, in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. 5

128 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 Table 1: Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) - Summary of Comments Received & Responses REF. RESPONSE NO REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT CS. 1 N Expressed concerns regarding vibration at their home as a result of construction works during site preparation, from uneven roadway and heavy construction traffic, and when old structures are demolished. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED The PIC Comment sheet submitted indicated that a response was not required. A previous response was provided to the individual by on June 4, 2014 to address the same concerns, and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for submitting a comment regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement project. Specifically, you expressed concerns with potential impacts to your house due to vibrations associated with the bridge replacement construction works. o Please be advised that as part of the construction works for the rapid replacement of the Kent Street overpass, there will be significant work in the study area that requires the use of heavy equipment, as other alternative construction methods with smaller equipment are not technically feasible. There will not be excavation of rock at the bridge structure, as the existing foundations are being retained. However, a temporary retaining wall will be installed along Highway 417 to create the staging area. o As part of the mitigation plan for potential vibration impacts, vibration monitors will be installed along the City watermain on Chamberlain Avenue, to ensure that vibrations related to heavy construction works are kept to within safe levels and do not result in damage to the watermain located immediately on site. o Please be advised that the construction works as part of this project will be occurring approximately 100 metres to the north of <<address redacted>>. As such, vibrations issues on <<address redacted>> related to construction works are not anticipated. o A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. A letter will be sent to you by in advance of the PIC to inform you of its date and location. You will also be notified directly of the 30-day public review of the Design and Construction Report. The individual was added to the project contact list on April 28,

129 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. RESPONSE NO REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT CS. 2 Y Inquired if a parking pass could be issued during a City street closure so that the individual would not have their vehicle ticketed when vehicular access to the closed street is not available and they have to park elsewhere in the neighbourhood. CR. 1 Y Inquired as to when the Spring 2014 public consultations will be taking place, as per the project schedule on the project website. Interested in the final underpass layout and requested that design/layout materials be forwarded. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED A response was sent by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), thank you for submitting a comment sheet regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement project. Specifically, you requested to be issued a parking pass for Lyon Street during the full closure of Chamberlain Avenue for the weekend of the rapid replacement in July/August o We have reviewed the on-street parking permissions on Lyon Street South, south of Highway 417. There do not appear to be any timing restrictions for on-street parking on the west side of Lyon Street South between Chamberlain Avenue and Clemow Avenue. Please be advised that on-street parking on the east side of Lyon Street in this area is not permitted. We have contacted the City of Ottawa to determine whether the restrictions on the east side of the street can be lifted during the weekend of the rapid replacement and will keep you apprised of the City s response. o Please be advised that you will be notified directly of the upcoming 30-day public review of the Design and Construction Report. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the undersigned. A response was sent by on June 4, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for submitting a comment regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement project. Specifically, you inquired about the timing of public consultations and requested design / layout materials. o Please be advised that a Public Information Centre for this project is scheduled to take place in July 2014, at which time further details regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation will be presented. Design drawings are not available at this time; they will be presented at the PIC and made available on the project website following the event. o The bridge will be replaced using rapid replacement construction techniques, as per previous bridge replacements on Highway 417 at Island Park Drive, Clyde Avenue, and Carling Avenue EB. The 7

130 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT CR. 2 Y Unable to attend the PIC and requested information pertaining to the replacement and how it may affect their business. CR. 3 Y Inquired as to the protocols in place to provide notification to interested stakeholders regarding the details of the PIC. Concerned about not having received direct notification of the PIC prior to seeing an advertisement in the Ottawa Citizen. Concerned that ample time has not been provided to plan to attend the PIC and whether feedback will be taken into account. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED new structure will be a single span slab on girder superstructure, which essentially maintains both the existing width on the highway and Kent Street. o You have been added to the project contact list and will be notified directly of the date, time, and location of the upcoming PIC and the filing of the Design and Construction Report for a 30-day public review period. Should you have any additional concerns at this time, please feel free to contact the undersigned. The individual was added to the project contact list on May 13, A response was provided by on July 4, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for submitting your comments in the below regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement. o Thank you for informing us that you will not be able to attend the Public Information Centre (PIC) to be held on July 9, Please be advised that all display materials that will be presented at the PIC will be made available on the project website at: o We encourage you to review the materials when they are posted shortly following the PIC, and submit any questions, comments or concerns you may have. o Please be advised that you will be kept on the project contact list and will receive direction notification of the filing of the Design and Construction Report for a 30-day public review period. A response was provided by on July 4, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for submitting the comments in your below regarding notification of the Notice of Public Information Centre (PIC) for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement. o Following the receipt of your comment on May 6, 2014, you were added to the project contact list to ensure that you receive direct notification of future consultation opportunities. As per current MTO protocol, letter notifications were sent by mail or to members of the public and external agencies on the same day as Ontario 8

131 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT Suggested providing notification to all individuals who have contacted the Project Team about any projects along the Highway 417 corridor. CR. 4 Y Inquired as to whether a date has been decided for the Kent Street overpass replacement to occur. CR. 5 Y Inquired as to how long the Highway 417 Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be closed and whether the closure will be a continuous stretch or fragmented. Inquired as to the completion date for the project. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED Government Notices of PIC were published in the Ottawa Citizen and Le Droit newspapers, 2 weeks in advance of the PIC on Wednesday, July 9, o We encourage you to attend the PIC if you are able, and provide your input regarding the recommended plan for the Kent Street overpass rapid replacement, construction staging, potential impacts and proposed mitigation. If you are unable to attend the PIC, we encourage you to your comments on the display materials presented at the PIC which will be made available on the project website at: o Please be advised that you will receive notification at the time of the filing of the Design and Construction Report for a 30-day public review period. A response was provided by on June 27, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for your inquiry regarding the above-noted project. o Please be advised that the rapid replacement operations for the Kent Street bridge are targeted to occur over the course of one weekend in July/August 2015, with related construction works beginning in Fall 2014 and resuming in Spring 2015 over two construction seasons. o Further information on construction staging for this project will be available at the Public Information Centre on Wednesday, July 9, Should you be unable to attend, the display materials will be made available on the project website at shortly after the PIC has taken place. A response was provided by on July 7, 2014 and included the following: o Further to our conversation on July 4, 2014 and your question below; the Kent Street off ramp could be closed for 1-2 weeks before the rapid lift weekend in the summer of 2015 and 2-3 weeks after the rapid lift weekend in the summer of o The project is expected to be completed by the fall of o If you are unable to attend the PIC, we encourage you to your 9

132 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT CR. 6 Y Inquired as to the dates during which lane reductions and closures of Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue would take place. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED comments on the display materials presented at the PIC which will be made available on the project website at: The individual was added to the project contact list on July 10, A response was provided by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), thank you for submitting a comment regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement project. Specifically, you inquired as to the dates of closures and lane reductions on Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue as part of the construction and traffic staging for this project. o Please be advised that a full summary of construction staging and associated traffic impacts is available for review as part of the Public Information Centre display materials on the project website at In summary, the following closures and lane reductions are anticipated for segments of Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue during the approximate timing windows indicated: Spring 2015 o Nighttime lane reduction on Chamberlain Avenue for activities related to the staging area preparation (Estimated duration: as required) o Reduction of Kent Street eastbound off-ramp to one lane and closure of Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (left-turning lane) for refacing of the east and west bridge abutments (Estimated duration: 6 to 8 weeks) Summer 2015 o Closure of Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (left-turning lane), and the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street for preparation for the rapid lift operations (Estimated duration: 1 to 2 weeks) 10

133 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT CR. 7 Y Was unable to attend the PIC and inquired whether display materials were to be made available on the project website. Inquired whether new noise barriers would be installed on the south side of the Queensway in the Glebe as part of this project. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED July/August 2015 o Closure of Kent Street North and Chamberlain Avenue (left-turning lane) from Bronson Avenue to Bank Street and closure of Percy Street between Catherine Street and Chamberlain Avenue (Estimated duration: 17 hours over 1 weekend Saturday 18:00 to Sunday 11:00) August 2015 o Closure of Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (left-turning lane), and the sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street for reinstatement after rapid lift operations (Estimated duration: 2 to 3 weeks) o The above closures and lane reductions on segments of Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue are in addition to other closures and lane reductions required on Highway 417. o Please be advised that you have been added to the project contact list and will be notified directly of the upcoming 30-day public review of the Design and Construction Report. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the undersigned. The individual was added to the project contact list on July 10, A response was provided by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), thank you for submitting a comment regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement project. Specifically, you inquired whether the Public Information Centre display materials will be made available online and whether new noise barriers will be constructed on the south side of Highway 417 as part of this project. o Please be advised that all display materials that were presented at the PIC are available on the project website at: o The construction of noise barriers on the south side of Highway 417 between Lyon Street and the Rideau Canal will be completed as part of the Highway 417 Noise Barrier Retrofits project (WP

134 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT CR. 8 Y Inquired as to whether MTO is aware of the Centretown Community Design Plan, prepared by Urban Strategies, and the proposed established of small urban parks or landscape areas along the Highway 417 right-of-way, which have been given the designation of Linear Landscape in the Plan. Inquired if the consultant contacted MTO regarding the feasibility or permissibility of linear landscape on MTO-owned property in the Catherine Street corridor, between Elgin Street and Bronson Avenue, and whether the Ministry permits publicly accessible parklands within highway right-of-ways. Inquired if the inclusion of parkland has been considered as part of the Kent Street Overpass replacement project, beyond the placement of a bench sitting area near the Isabella Street entrance to the underpass. Recounted a conversation with the Project Team regarding engineering challenges of designing a park at the Kent Street location, which would require the construction of a significant retaining wall, and which has not been considered as part of this project. Inquired whether the responsibility for maintaining landscaping on lands within provincial ownership is shared by the municipality and province. SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED 07-01), which is currently undergoing detail design. A PIC for this project will be taking place, however a specific date for the event has not been determined at this time. o Please be advised that you will be notified directly of the 30-day public review of the Design and Construction Report. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the undersigned. A response was provided by on August 21, 2014 and included the following: o On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), thank you for attending the Public Information Centre (PIC) and submitting a comment regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement project. Specifically, you inquired about parkland considerations as part of the project, related to the concept of a linear landscape along the Highway 417 right-of-way presented in the Ottawa Centretown Community Design Plan (2013). o The Centretown CDP recommends repurposing the greenspace within the Highway 417 right-of-way along Catherine Street between O Connor Street and the Queen Elizabeth Parkway. The study recommended working in partnership with the MTO towards the development of a linear landscape for use by pedestrians and cyclists, ultimately connecting with NCC pathways along the Rideau Canal. 1. The Project team is not aware of any inquiries from the City of Ottawa or their Consultant team as part of the Centretown CDP study regarding the feasibility of implementing a linear landscape within the MTO Highway 417 right-of-way. 2. MTO does not maintain any publicly accessible parks or open space areas along the Highway 417 corridor. 3. Regarding the provision of parkland as part the rapid replacement of the Kent Street overpass, there are plans for two areas of additional streetscaping along the east side of Kent Street, to be located immediately adjacent to the bridge site both north and south of the bridge. These areas may include landscaping, street furniture, and black picket fencing. The fenced area of existing greenspace on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue and within the Highway 417 right-of-way will be graded and used as a 12

135 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 REF. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED? SUMMARY OF COMMENT SUMMARY OF HOW THE COMMENT WAS ADDRESSED construction staging area for the project. Vegetation removed in the staging area will be reinstated following the rapid replacement operations. There are no current plans to reinstate this area as publicly accessible parkland following the overpass rapid replacement, as this would require the construction of a permanent retaining wall along the south side of Highway 417 and is outside the scope of the current detail design project. 4. The provision of linear parks along the Highway 417 right-of-way in the corridor would require the grading of highway embankment slopes and the construction of significant permanent retaining walls to ensure safety and structural stability of the highway. As a general statement, the provision of such retaining wall structures along the corridor by eliminating existing embankments could cost in the order of $5,500 / m for a wall that is 3 4 m high. 5. MTO Maintenance has advised that the Ministry is responsible for all costs of landscape maintenance within provincial highway right-of-ways; maintenance costs are generally not shared. o Please be advised that you have been added to the project contact list and will be notified directly of the 30-day public review of the Design and Construction Report. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the undersigned. The individual was added to the project contact list on July 10,

136 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) PIC SUMMARY REPORT August 2014 NEXT STEPS The Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement detail design project is following the requirements of MTO s Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000) for Group B undertakings. Following this Public Information Centre, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared for the project and will include: A description of the recommended plan, including any changes to transportation engineering and environmental issues identified in Preliminary Design; A summary of stakeholder consultation (as outlined in this report); and A detailed description of anticipated environmental effects and recommended mitigation measures that will be incorporated into construction documents. The DCR will be made available for a 30-day public review period. Newspaper notices will be published at that time to explain the review process and identify the locations where the DCR is available for viewing. Upon completion of the public review period, this project will be considered to have met the requirements of MTO s Class EA 1. 1 Under the Class EA, there are no bump-up (Part II Order) opportunities during the DCR review. 14

137 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT WP Public Information Centre Summary Report APPENDIX A Newspaper Notices

138 PIC Notice Ottawa Citizen Published June 25, 2014

139 PIC Notice Le Droit Published June 25, 2014

140 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT WP Public Information Centre Summary Report APPENDIX B Notification Letters

141 PIC Notification Letter to Locally Elected Representatives Ministry of Transportation Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel.: Fax: Ministère des Transports Section de la planification et de la conception 1355, boulevard John Counter CP/Service de sacs 4000 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél.: Téléc June 18, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Dear <<NAME>>: RE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown in the enclosed notice. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound offramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. The purpose of this letter is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for this project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Location: Dalhousie Community Centre, Room Somerset Street West Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM You are also invited to attend a one hour advance session scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This PIC will provide an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed design, anticipated traffic and environmental impacts and mitigation strategy for this project. Members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions you may have. 1

142 This project is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR), which received environmental clearance in Please be advised that the Ontario Government Notice (OGN) advertising this PIC will be published in local newspapers as follows: The Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 25, 2014 Ottawa Le Droit Wednesday, June 25, 2014 A copy of the notice is attached for your information. If you are unable to attend the PIC but wish to obtain additional information, or submit comments, please feel free to contact the undersigned at the address listed below. More information is also available on the project website at Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) (toll free) Fax: (613) kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact me. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours very truly, Kevin Gibbs, P. Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer cc: Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Steve Regel, Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Include Newspaper Notices 2

143 PIC Notification Letter to Aboriginal Communities Ministry of Transportation Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3 Tel.: Fax: Ministère des Transports Section de la planification et de la conception 1355, boulevard John Counter CP/Service de sacs 4000 Kingston (Ontario) K7L 5A3 Tél.: Téléc June 18, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Dear <<NAME>>: RE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ). The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound offramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. The purpose of this letter is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for this project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Location: Dalhousie Community Centre, Room Somerset Street West Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM You are also invited to attend a one hour advance session scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A copy of the newspaper notice advertising the PIC is attached for your information. This PIC will provide an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed design, anticipated traffic and environmental impacts and mitigation strategy. Members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions you may have. 1

144 This project is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in If you are unable to attend the PIC but wish to obtain additional information, or submit comments, please feel free to contact the undersigned at the address listed below. More information is also available on the project website at Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) (toll free) Fax: (613) kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact me. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours very truly, Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer cc: Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Steve Regel, Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Include Newspaper Notices 2

145 PIC Notification Letter to External Agencies June 25, 2014 <<NAME>> <<ADDRESS>> Attention: <<NAME>> RE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. The purpose of this letter is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for this project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Location: Dalhousie Community Centre, Room Somerset Street West Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM 1

146 You are also invited to attend a one hour advance session scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This PIC will provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed design, anticipated environmental impacts and mitigation strategy. Members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions you may have. This project is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in If you are unable to attend the PIC but wish to obtain additional information, or to submit comments, please feel free to contact the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below. You can also visit the project website for more information at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager McCormick Rankin 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Kevin Gibbs, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Include Key Map 2

147 PIC Notification Letter to TAC Members June 25, 2014 Attention: Sir / Madam Member of Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) RE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. The purpose of this letter is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for this project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Location: Dalhousie Community Centre, Room Somerset Street West Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM 1

148 You are also invited to attend a one hour advance session scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This PIC will provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed design, anticipated environmental impacts and mitigation strategy. Members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions you may have. This project is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in If you are unable to attend the PIC but wish to obtain additional information, or to submit comments, please feel free to contact the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below. You can also visit the project website for more information at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Kevin Gibbs, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Include Key Map 2

149 PIC Notification Letter to Members of the Public June 25, 2014 <<ADDRESS>> Attention: <<NAME>> RE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT (WP ) The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure (WP ), as shown on the enclosed key map. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street overpass structure using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Chamberlain Avenue. The purpose of this letter is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for this project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Location: Dalhousie Community Centre, Room Somerset Street West Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM 1

150 This PIC will provide stakeholders with an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed design, anticipated environmental impacts and mitigation strategy. Members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions you may have. This project is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. The preliminary design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in If you are unable to attend the PIC but wish to obtain additional information, or to submit comments, please feel free to contact the Consultant Project Manager or the MTO Senior Project Engineer listed below. You can also visit the project website for more information at Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3 Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Phone: (613) Phone: (613) (toll free) (toll free) Fax: (613) Fax: (613) regels@mmm.ca kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project please feel free to contact one of the Project Team members listed above. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) comments and information regarding this project, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant (613) poste 3287, auprès de M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng., courriel: bissonm@mmm.ca. Yours truly, MMM Group Limited Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager cc: Mr. Kevin Gibbs, Senior Project Engineer MTO Eastern Region Mr. Kevin Ogilvie, Senior Environmental Planner MTO Eastern Region Mr. Tim Dickinson, Consultant Environmental Planner MMM Group Ltd. Include Key Map 2

151 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT WP Public Information Centre Summary Report APPENDIX C PIC Display Materials

152 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Welcome to the Public Information Centre (PIC) for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement, Detail Design Project. Bienvenue à cette séance d information publique (SIP) sur l étude de conception détaillée du projet de remplacement de la structure du passage supérieur de l autoroute 417 (rue Kent). At this PIC, you will have the opportunity to review and comment on: The overall study process; Plans for the proposed replacement of the Kent Street overpass using rapid replacement construction techniques; Construction staging and implementation; and Anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation. Study area Bridge Site / Emplacement du pont Construction Staging Area / Zone de préparation des travaux Zone d étude Au cours de cette SIP, vous aurez l occasion de prendre connaissance et de formuler des commentaires sur : le processus d ensemble de l étude; les plans proposés pour le remplacement du passage supérieur de la rue Kent à l aide de techniques de construction de remplacement rapide; la planification et la mise en œuvre des travaux de construction; les impacts prévus et les mesures d atténuation proposées. Representatives from the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and MMM Group (MTO s Consultant) are available to discuss the project with you. Please ask questions and share your opinions with us. We encourage you to complete a comment sheet. Please sign in. Des représentants du ministère des Transports de l Ontario (MTO) et de MMM Group (l expert-conseil retenu par le MTO) sont sur place pour discuter le projet avec vous. N hésitez pas à poser des questions et à nous donner votre opinion. Nous vous encourageons à remplir une feuille de commentaires distincte pour chaque projet. Veuillez vous inscrire.

153 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Detail Design Study Process Study Commencement / Début d étude Processus d étude de la conception détaillée This study is following the approved environmental planning process for Group B undertakings under the requirements of the MTO s Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000). The Preliminary Design was documented in a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) which received environmental clearance in The EA process to be followed for detail design includes ongoing opportunities for public involvement. Upon completion of the detail design, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared for the study and will include: A description of the recommended plan, including any changes to transportation engineering and environmental issues identified in Preliminary Design; A summary of stakeholder consultation; and A detailed description of anticipated environmental effects and recommended mitigation measures that will be incorporated into construction documents. The DCR will be made available for a 30-day public review period. Newspaper notices will be published at that time to explain the review process and identify the locations where the DCR is available for viewing. Upon completion of the public review period, this study will be considered to have met the requirements of MTO s Class EA. Under the Class EA, there are no bump-up (Part II Order) opportunities during the DCR review. oct Kent St. Overpass Notice of Study Commencement / Avis de début d étude Generate, Assess and Evaluate Detail Design Alternatives / Produire et évaluer des autres possibilités de design détaillé Develop Preferred Detail Design Alternative / Élaborer la possibilité préférée Prepare Design and Construction Report (DCR) / Préparer le Rapport de conception et de construction (RCC) Prepare Construction Drawings and Specifications / Préparer les dessins et spécifications de construction Tender for Construction / Appel d offres pour la construction jul/jui PIC / SIP We are here / Nous sommes ici summer/été day public review of DCR / Examen public du RCC durant 30 jours Fall/automne 2014 Cette étude conforme aux exigences du processus de planification environnementale approuvé pour les projets du groupe «B» en vertu de l Évaluation environnementale (EE) de portée générale pour les installations provinciales de transport (2000) du MTO. La conception préliminaire a été documentée dans un rapport d étude environnementale pour les transports (REET), qui a reçu l autorisation environnementale en Le processus d EE applicable à la conception détaillée pour cette étude offre des occasions permanentes de participation du public. Dès l achèvement de la conception détaillée, un rapport de conception et de construction (RCC) sera préparé et comprendra : une description du plan recommandé, y compris tout changement aux problèmes d ingénierie des transports et environnementaux exposés au cours de la conception préliminaire; un résumé de la consultation des intervenants; et une description détaillée des effets environnementaux prévus et des mesures d atténuation à intégrer aux documents de construction. Le RCC sera mis à la disposition du public durant 30 jours. Desavisparaîtrontalorsdanslesjournauxpourexpliquer le processus d examen et indiquer les emplacements de ce rapport. Dès la fin de la période d examen public cette étude sera considéré comme ayant satisfait aux exigences de l EE de portée générale du MTO, laquelle ne prévoit aucune possibilité de reclassement en prenant un arrêt en vertu de la partie II pendant l examen du RCC.

154 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Background: Preliminary Design Between 2002 and 2008, MTO completed a Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment (EA) study to review infrastructure and operational issues on Highway 417 from Highway 416 to Anderson Road. The study examined existing and future problems and opportunities and developed a Recommended Plan to guide the future evolution of the Queensway. In general, the Recommended Plan involves widening Highway 417 from 3 mainline lanes to 4 in each direction east of Metcalfe Street. The Need for Improvements The Recommended Plan seeks to address specific issues, including: Improve the mobility of people and goods by addressing insufficient capacity for travel demands in the study corridor; Reduce congestion and associated delay; Enhance safety and changed standards since original construction of Highway 417; Operational and safety concerns with interchange geometry at some intersections; and Improve existing highway infrastructure, significant portions of which are approaching the end of expected service life. Next Steps Following approval of the EA in 2008, the Ministry is proceeding with implementation of the Recommended Plan including completion of Detail Design and contract preparation for specific elements of the plan. Contexte : conception préliminaire De 2002 à 2008, le MTO a procédé à une évaluation environnementale (EE) et de conception préliminaire pour examiner les questions opérationnelles et d infrastructure sur l autoroute 417 de l autoroute 416 au chemin Anderson. L étude a permis d examiner les problèmes actuels et anticipés, ainsi que les possibilités qui s offraient et a préparé un plan recommandé pour l évolution du Queensway. En gros, le plan recommande l élargissement de l autoroute 417 de trois à quatre voies principales dans les deux directions à l est de la rue Metcalfe. Nécessité des améliorations Le plan recommandé aborde des questions spécifiques, y compris : l amélioration de la mobilité des personnes et des biens en remédiant à la capacité insuffisante pour répondre aux besoins dans le corridor à l étude; la réduction de la congestion et des délais qu elle entraîne; l amélioration de la sécurité et la modification des normes depuis la construction de l autoroute 417; les préoccupations relatives à la sécurité en raison de la géométrie des échangeurs à certaines intersections; et l amélioration de l infrastructure actuelle de l autoroute dont d importantes sections arrivent à la fin de leur vie utile. Prochaines étapes Après l approbation de l EE en 2008, le ministère procède maintenant à la mise en œuvre du plan recommandé, y compris l achèvement de la conception détaillée et la préparation de contrats pour des éléments spécifiques du plan. Scope of Work: Detail Design The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited (MMM) to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement. The project involves the following components: Replacement of the Kent Street Overpass using rapid replacement construction techniques; Preparation of a temporary enclosed construction staging area for the bridge replacement activities including construction of the new bridge decks and demolition of the existing bridges; Replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; Construction of related works including drainage, roadside protection, illumination, and utility relocations; Construction operations on Kent Street, Chamberlain Avenue and the eastbound off-ramp to provide the rapid replacement equipment with access from the construction staging area to the bridge site; and Traffic management, in conjunction with the City of Ottawa, for construction staging and the rapid replacement operations. Before, during, and after rapid replacement operations, lane reductions and full closures will be required on Highway 417 eastbound/westbound, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North (to Catherine Street), and Chamberlain Avenue. Envergure des travaux : conception détaillée Le ministère des Transports (MTO) a retenu MMM Group Limited pour effectuer la conception détaillée relative au remplacement de la structure du passage supérieur de l autoroute 417 (rue Kent) Ce projet comprend les éléments suivants : Remplacement du passage supérieur de la rue Kent au moyen de techniques de construction à remplacement rapide; Préparation d une zone provisoire pour l aménagement d aires en vue des activités de remplacement du pont, y compris la construction de nouveaux tabliers et la démolition des ponts actuels; Remplacement de l actuelle barrière à neige sur les parois nord à l ouest du pont; Travaux de construction connexes, y compris le drainage, la protection des bords de la route, l éclairage et le déplacement des services publics; Travaux de construction sur la rue Kent, l avenue Chamberlain et la bretelle de sortie en direction est pour que l équipement de remplacement rapide ait accès à l emplacement du pont à partir de la zone provisoire pour construction par étapes; et Gestion de la circulation, en collaboration avec la Ville d Ottawa, pour les phases des travaux de construction et les opérations de remplacement rapide. Avant, pendant et après les opérations de remplacement, il faudra réduire des voies et en fermer complètement d autres sur l autoroute 417 en directions est et ouest, la bretelle de sortie en direction est de la rue Kent, l avenue Chamberlain en direction ouest vers la rue Kent nord, et l avenue Chamberlain proprement dite.

155 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Kent Street Overpass Existing Structural Conditions The Highway 417 Kent Street overpass is located on Highway 417 at the intersection with Kent Street andisorientedinaneast-westdirection. The structure carries three lanes of eastbound traffic and four lanes of westbound traffic on Highway 417 over Kent Street. The overpass was constructed in 1965 and last rehabilitated in It includes two single variable span and variable depth voided slab bridges across Highway 417 westbound lanes and eastbound lanes. The bridges are separated by a longitudinal expansion joint at the median. A detailed condition survey was conducted in 2010 and indicated that the concrete overlay on the bridge deck has reached the end of its service life, as it has debonded with the original concrete deck which increases the risk of moisture penetration. Replacement of the top slab requires a complete deck replacement. Recommended Plan The Kent Street overpass will be rehabilitated to extend its service life by 40 years, including the following proposed works: Complete replacement of the bridge deck; Conversion to semi-integral abutments; Refacing of existing abutments and wing walls; Reconstruction of traffic barrier walls including 2.2 m tall snow fence on the north side of the highway west of the bridge; Reconstruction of bearing seats and installation of new bearings; and New underpass illumination. The proposed replacement structure will be a superstructure of single variable width span with a thin slab deck on steel-welded girders of variable depth. The median barrier will be reconstructed and new illumination will be installed. Sidewalks and curbing will be removed on the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp and Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North for the rapid replacement operations, and will be subsequently reinstated. Design recommendations that were developed through the Context Sensitive Design process for the Ottawa Queensway corridor and which will be incorporated as part of this project include: Incorporating an architectural motif into the wing wall/abutment surface to represent an upward arching pilaster; Underdeck lighting; and Enhanced streetscaping / landscaping on Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street North. Construction will start in Fall 2014 and resume in Spring 2015, over two construction seasons. Conditions structurelles actuelles du passage supérieur de la rue Kent Le passage supérieur de l autoroute 417 à la hauteur de la rue Kent est orienté dans un axe est/ouest. La structure soutient trois voies de circulation en direction est, et quatre voies en direction ouest de l autoroute 417 à la hauteur de la rue Kent. Le passage supérieur a été construit en 1965 et sa plus récente remise en état remonte à Il est composé de deux ponts à dalles nervurées de profondeur et d envergure variables pour les voies en direction est et ouest de l autoroute 417. Les ponts sont séparés par un joint de dilatation longitudinal au terre-plein central. Une inspection détaillée a été menée en 2010 et a révélé que la chaussée en béton du tablier du pont avait atteint la fin de sa vie utile, car elle s était décollée du tablier ce qui augmentait le risque d infiltration de l humidité. Le remplacement de la chaussée exige le remplacement complet du tablier. Plan recommandé La voie supérieure de la rue Kent sera remise en état pour prolonger sa durée de vie de 40 ans, et les travaux comprendront entre autres : le remplacement complet du tablier du pont; la conversion à des butées semi-intégrales; la réfection des butées existantes et des murs en ailes; le reconstruction des murs de glissières de sécurité, y compris de la barrière à neige de 2,2 mètres du côté nord de l autoroute à l ouest du pont; la reconstruction des chaises de palier et l installation de nouvelles chaises; et de nouveaux dispositifs d éclairage pour le passage supérieur. La structure de remplacement proposée sera d envergure variable avec un tablier mince en dalles reposant sur des poutres en acier soudé de profondeurs variables. La barrière centrale sera reconstruite et de nouveaux dispositifs d éclairage seront installés. Les trottoirs et bordures de trottoirs seront enlevés sur la bretelle de sortie en direction est sur la rue Kent et sur l avenue Chamberlain ouest jusqu à la rue Kent nord lors des travaux de remplacement rapide, et seront par la suite réinstallés. Les recommandations de conception issues d un processus de conception sensible au contexte pour le corridor du Queensway d Ottawa et qui font partie intégrante de ce projet comprennent : l intégration de motifs architecturaux sur la surface des murs et butées en forme de moulure pointant vers le haut; l éclairage sous le pont; l embellissement de l architecture paysagère et de rue sur l avenue Chamberlain et la rue Kent nord. La construction débutera à l automne 2014, puis reprendra au printemps 2015 s échelonnant ainsi sur deux saisons de travaux de construction. Existing east abutment wall / Mur de butée existant Existing bridge deck / Palier actuel du pont Existing concrete traffic barrier / Barrière de circulation en béton existante

156 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Existing Environmental Conditions Conditions environnementales actuelles Metal barrier wall west of Lyon Street / Barrière de métal à l ouest de la rue Lyon Landscaped / cultural vegetation adjacent to the overpass / Végétation aménagée ou cultivée adjacente au passage supérieur NATURAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS SOCIAL / CULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Vegetation & Wildlife Highly urbanized area with discontinuous landscaped/cultural vegetation along the Highway 417 right-of-way and in the rapid lift staging area that is considered to be of low ecological significance; No areas of significant habitat or designated natural areas; No suitable habitat within study area for provincially significant plant species, or for wildlife Species at Risk or Provincially Rare species; Migratory birds, as well as common resident species, may use the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass for nesting; and No watercourses are present within the project limits. Traffic The Highway 417 eastbound off-ramp runs parallel to Chamberlain Avenue and enters Kent Street, a threelane urban roadway that carries northbound traffic under the highway; The two-lane off-ramp at Kent Street is separated by a raised median from the third lane, which is a dedicated left-turning lane from Chamberlain Avenue to Kent Street; and A total of 62, 300 vehicles currently use Highway 417 at Kent Street during the 17-hour required weekend closure period when the rapid replacement of the overpass structure would be scheduled. Noise There are no existing noise attenuation walls located within the study area, however a noise wall is proposed along the south side of Highway 417 from Lyon Street to the Rideau Canal, as part of the Highway 417 Noise Barrier Retrofits project (WP ) Noise sensitive receptors in the vicinity of the study area include private residences, commercial businesses, religious institutes, and an Embassy; and Existing noise levels at receptors located directly adjacent to the highway are approximately dba. Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Based on the Stage I and Stage II Archaeological Assessments completed during preliminary design, no evidence of archaeological resources were found within the existing Highway 417 right-of-way, which has been significantly disturbed; and A Cultural Heritage Evaluation was completed for the Kent Street Overpass structure during detail design, and determined that the structure does not meet the threshold to be considered of provincial importance or eligible for inclusion on the Ontario Heritage Bridge List. Végétation et faune Des secteurs densément urbanisés avec des étendues discontinues de végétation aménagée ou naturelle le long de l emprise de l autoroute 417 et dans la zone réservée aux opérations de construction rapide sont de peu d intérêt sur le plan écologique. Il n y a aucun habitat ou aire naturelle désignée. Il n y a pas d habitat dans la zone à l étude pour des espèces de plantes rares, ou des espèces animales rares ou en péril selon la loi provinciale. Les oiseaux migrateurs et certaines espèces communes résidentes pourront installer des nids dans la structure du passage supérieur de l autoroute 417 sur la rue Kent. Il n y a pas de cours d eau dans les limites de la zone visée par le projet. Circulation La bretelle de sortie en direction est de l autoroute 417 est parallèle à l avenue Chamberlain et rejoint la rue Kent, une artère de circulation urbaine à trois voies sur laquelle circulent les véhicules en direction nord sous l autoroute. La bretelle de sortie à deux voies à la hauteur de la rue Kent est séparée par un terre-plein central surélevé depuis la troisième voie réservée au virage à gauche de l avenue Chamberlain jusqu à la rue Kent. Un total de véhicules circulent sur l autoroute 417 à la hauteur de la rue Kent au cours d une période de 17 heures, soit le temps requis pour le remplacement rapide du passage supérieur. Bruit Il n y a actuellement pas de mur antibruit dans la zone visée par l étude, mais un tel mur est proposé le long du côté sud de l autoroute 417, de la rue Lyon au canal Rideau, dans le cadre du projet d aménagement de murs antibruits (WP ). Parmi les entités susceptibles d être incommodées par le bruit dans la zone à l étude, il y a des habitations privées, des commerces, des lieux de culte et une ambassade. Les niveaux de bruit existants pour ces entités directement adjacentes à l autoroute avoisinent entre 70 et 75 dba. Patrimoine archéologique et culturel En se basant sur les deux premières phases des évaluations archéologiques menées lors de la conception préliminaire, aucune trace de ressources archéologique n a été décelée sur l emprise actuelle de l autoroute 417 qui aurait été perturbée. Une évaluation du patrimoine archéologique a été menée lors de la conception détaillée du passage supérieur de la rue Kent, et il a été déterminé que la structure n est pas susceptible d être considérée comme d importance provinciale, ni admissible à la liste ontarienne des ponts à valeur patrimoniale. CONDITIONS ENVIRONNEMENTALES NATURELLES CONDITIONS SOCIO-CULTURELLES

157 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Recommended Plan: Highway 417 Construction Plan recommandé : construction sur l autoroute 417 Les travaux de construction sur l autoroute 417 comprendront le remplacement rapide des structures du passage supérieur, l installation de barrières de circulation sur le terreplein central, et de barrières de circulation extérieures en béton des côtés nord et sud de l autoroute. CONCRETE TRAFFIC BARRIER / BARRIÈRE DE CIRCULATION EN BÉTON MEDIAN CONCRETE TRAFFIC BARRIER / BARRIÈRE DE CIRCULATION EN BÉTON SUR LE TERRE-PLEIN KENT STREET STRUCTURES TO BE REPLACED USING RAPID REPLACEMENT TECHNOLOGY / STRUCTURES DE LA RUE KENT REMPLACÉES PAR LA TECHNOLOGIE DE REMPLACEMENT RAPIDE CONCRETE TRAFFIC BARRIER / BARRIÈRE DE CIRCULATION EN BÉTON CONCRETE TRAFFIC BARRIER / BARRIÈRE DE CIRCULATION EN BÉTON Construction on Highway 417 will include the rapid replacement of the overpass structures and the installation of median concrete traffic barriers and exterior concrete traffic barriers on the north and south sides of the highway.

158 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Recommended Plan: Kent Street Construction Plan recommandé : construction sur la rue Kent Construction on Kent Street will include: reconstructing sidewalks; reconstructing the median between the two-lane off-ramp and left-turn lane from Chamberlain Avenue to Kent; and reinstating asphalt paving. Vegetation removed in the construction staging area will also be reinstated following the rapid replacement operations. Additional streetscaping will be provided in the areas adjacent to thebridgesite,asindicated,and may include landscaping, street furniture, and black picket fencing. RECONSTRUCT MEDIAN AND SIDEWALKS, REMOVED TO PROVIDE SELF PROPELLED MOBILE TRANSPORTATION UNITS ACCESS TO THE STRUCTURE / RECONSTRUCTION DU TERRE-PLEIN ET DES TROTTOIRS ENLEVÉS POUR PERMETTRE L ACCÈS À LA STRUCTURE AUX TRANSPORTEURS MODULAIRES AUTOPORTÉS AREA OF ADDITIONAL STREETSCAPING ADJACENT TO BRIDGE SITE / ZONE DES ÉLÉMENTS ADDITIONNELS DE PAYSAGE DE RUE À CÔTÉ DE PONT La construction sur la rue Kent comprendra : la reconstruction de trottoirs; la reconstruction du terreplein entre la rampe de sortie à deux voies et la voie réservée au virage à gauche de l avenue Chamberlain à la rue Kent; l installation d un nouveau revêtement d asphalte. La végétation enlevée dans la zone des travaux de construction sera remplacée après les travaux de remplacement rapide. Comme indiqué, des éléments additionnels de paysage de rue seront installés et pourraient comprendre de l aménagement paysager, du mobilier urbain et une clôture en lattes verticales noires. REINSTATE ASPHALT PAVING / RÉINSTALLATION DU REVÊTEMENT D ASPHALTE REINSTATE VEGETATION REMOVED IN CONSTRUCTION STAGING AREA / REMPLACEMENT DE LA VÉGÉTATION ENLEVÉE LORS DES TRAVAUX DE CONSTRUCTION

159 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Recommended Plan: Rapid Lift Staging Area Plan recommandé : zone de construction/assemblage New slab on steel girder bridge decks will be constructed in the temporary staging area. Le nouveau tablier du pont sur poutres d acier sera assemblé dans cette zone de travaux temporaires. The staging area will be located on MTO property adjacent to the bridge site on the north side of Chamberlain Avenue. The area will be levelled to the grade of Chamberlain Avenue to accommodate the rapid replacement equipment (selfpropelled modular transporters or SPMTs). Temporary roadway protection will be installed. Existing deck spans will be removed and transported to the site and erected using SPMTs. SPMTs will access the staging area via Chamberlain. NEW EASTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE / NOUVELLE STRUCTURE DE LA VOIE EN DIRECTION EST NEW WESTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE ADAPTABLE STAND FOR OLD EASTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE / NEW WESTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE ADAPTABLE STAND FOR OLD EASTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE ROADWAY PROTECTION / PROTECTION DE LA VOIE DE CIRCULATION La zone sera située sur un terrain dont le MTO est propriétaire, adjacent au site du pont, du côté nord de l avenue Chamberlain. Ce terrain sera nivelé au niveau de l avenue Chamberlain pour accommoder le matériel de remplacement rapide (transporteurs modulaires autoportés, TMA). Une protection temporaire de la voie de circulation sera installée. Les travées du pont existantes seront retirées, transportées sur le site et montées àl aidedestma. Les TMA auront accès à la zone de travail par l avenue Chamberlain. RAPID LIFT STAGING AREA / ZONE DE CONSTRUCTION/ASSEMBLAGE OLD WESTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE / ANCIENNE STRUCTURE DE LA VOIE EN DIRECTION OUEST OLD EASTBOUND LANE STRUCTURE WAIT AREA / LA STRUCTURE DE L ANCIENNE VOIE EN DIRECTION EST SERVIRA DE «ZONE D ATTENTE» NEW HYDRO POLE TEMPORARY RELOCATION AND POWER INTERRUPTION FOR DURATION OF RAPID LIFT / DÉPLACEMENT DU NOUVEAU POTEAU ÉLECTRIQUE TEMPORAIRE ET INTERRUPTION DE COURANT LORS DE L INSTALLATION RAPIDE HYDRO POLE TO BE RELOCATED / POTEAU ÉLECTRIQUE À DÉPLACER The MTO has used rapid replacement construction to replace 400-series highway structures in Ontario, including the replacement of the Island Park Drive, Clyde Avenue and Carling Avenue EB bridges / Le MTO a eu recours à la technique de remplacement rapide pour remplacer plus de 400 structures d autoroutes en Ontario, y compris le remplacement de ponts sur la promenade Island Park, l avenue Clyde et l avenue Carling Clyde Avenue overpass bridge deck rapid replacement / Remplacement rapide de tablier de pont du passage supérieur de l avenue Clyde Existing landscaped and cultural vegetation in Rapid Lift Staging Area on Chamberlain Avenue / État actuel de la végétation naturelle et cultivée dans la zone d assemblage des éléments de remplacement rapide sur la rue Chamberlain

160 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Summary of Construction Staging WS 1 WORK STAGE (WS) TIMING TRAFFIC IMPACTS Preparation of construction staging area to accommodate rapid replacement equipment (SPMTs) and construction of temporary structure stands Fall 2014 Impacts to City roadways: Nighttime lane reduction on Chamberlain Avenue for activities related to the staging area preparation Estimated duration: As required during contract Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be reduced to one lane ET 1 Sommaire des étapes de la construction ÉTAPES DES TRAVAUX (ET) CALENDRIER IMPACTS SUR LA CIRCULATION Préparation de la zone des travaux de construction pour accommoder le matériel de remplacement rapide (TMA) et construction de supports de structures temporaires Automne 2014 Impacts sur les artères municipales : Fermeture de voies la nuit sur l avenue Chamberlain à cause de travaux liés à la préparation de la zone Durée prévue : au besoin au cours de l exécution des travaux Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : Réduction à une voie de la bretelle de sortie de la rue Kent en direction est WS 2 Refacing of both the east and west abutments Fall 2014 Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North will be closed ET 2 Réfection des butées est et ouest Automne 2014 Impacts sur les artères municipales : Fermeture de l avenue Chamberlain ouest à la rue Kent nord WS 3 WS 4 Rebuilding of retaining walls on the four quadrants of the bridge, including approach barrier walls Rebuilding median barrier walls beyond the limits of the bridge structure Estimated duration: 6 to 8 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Spring 2015 Work will be completed with lane reductions during off-peak hours Summer 2015 Estimated duration: 2 to 3 months ET 3 ET 4 Durée prévue : 6 à 8 semaines Reconstruction des murs de soutènement aux Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : quatre extrémités du pont, y compris les murs Printemps 2015 Des voies seront fermées pour permettre les travaux en dehors des heures des barrières de l approche de pointe Reconstruction des barrières du terre-plein audelà des limites de la structure du pont Été 2015 Durée prévue : 2 à 3 mois WS 5 Placement of pavement on Highway 417 to upper base course Summer 2015 ET 5 Revêtement de la couche supérieure d asphalte de l autoroute 417 Été 2015 WS 6 Pre-replacement work on the bridge structure on Highway 417 for three weekends prior to the rapid lift operations Summer 2015 Impacts to Highway 417: Overnight work with partial closures to traffic on Highway 417 At least two lanes of traffic will be maintained in each direction on Highway 417 during daytime construction activities Lane 4 of Highway 417 westbound and the O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp will remain closed during the first and third weekends of work ET 6 Travaux préparatoires au remplacement sur la structure du pont de l autoroute 417 pour trois fins de semaine avant les travaux de remplacement rapide Été 2015 Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : Travaux de nuit avec fermetures partielles à la circulation sur l autoroute 417 Au moins deux voies demeureront ouvertes dans chaque direction sur l autoroute 417 au cours des travaux de jour La quatrième voie en direction ouest de l autoroute 427 et la bretelle d accès de la rue O Connor nord seront fermées au cours de la première et de la troisième fin de semaine des travaux Estimated duration: 3 weekends prior to rapid replacement operations Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be closed Durée prévue : 3 fins de semaine avant les travaux de remplacement rapide Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : La bretelle de sortie de la rue Kent en direction est sera fermée WS 7 Preparation of the Kent Street eastbound offramp and Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North for the rapid lift operations Summer 2015 Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North will be closed The sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street will be closed Pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk on Bank Street ET 7 Préparation de la bretelle direction est de la rue Kent et de l avenue Chamberlain ouest vers la rue Kent nord pour les opérations de remplacement rapide Été 2015 Impacts sur les artères municipales : L avenue Chamberlain ouest vers la rue Kent nord sera fermée Le trottoir du côté est de la rue Kent sera fermé Les piétons devront emprunter le trottoir de la rue Bank WS 8 WS 9 WS10 Rapid Lift Weekend Reinstatement of Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North Post-replacement work on the bridge structure on Highway 417 for three weekends after the rapid lift operations. July / August 2015 August 2015 August 2015 Estimated duration: 1 to 2 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Full weekend traffic closures on Highway 417, the Kent Street eastbound offramp, the O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp, the Parkdale Avenue eastbound on-ramp, and the Carling Avenue eastbound on-ramp Impacts to City roadways: Full closure of Kent Street North and Chamberlain Avenue from Bronson Avenue to Bank Street Closure of Percy Street between Catherine Street to Chamberlain Avenue Estimated duration: 1 weekend - Saturday 18:00 to Sunday 11:00 (17 hours) Impacts to Highway 417: The Kent Street eastbound off-ramp will be closed Impacts to City roadways: Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North will be closed The sidewalk on the east side of Kent Street will be closed Pedestrians will be detoured to use the sidewalk on Bank Street Estimated duration: 2 to 3 weeks Impacts to Highway 417: Overnight work with partial closures to traffic on Highway 417 At least two lanes of traffic will be maintained in each direction on Highway 417 during daytime construction activities Lane 4 of Highway 417 westbound and the O Connor Street North westbound on-ramp will remain closed during the first and third weekends of work Estimated duration: 3 weekends after rapid replacement operations ET 8 ET 9 ET 10 Fin de semaine de l installation rapide Remise en état de l avenue Chamberlain ouest vers la rue Kent nord Travaux subséquents au remplacement sur la structure du pont de l autoroute 417 pour trois fins de semaine après le remplacement rapide juillet / août 2015 août 2015 août 2015 Durée prévue : 1 à 2 semaines Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : Fermeture complète d une fin de semaine de l autoroute 417, de la bretelle de sortie est à la rue Kent, de la bretelle d accès ouest de la rue O Connor, de la bretelle d accès direction est de l avenue Parkdale, et de la bretelle d accès direction est de l avenue Carling Impacts sur les artères municipales : Fermeture complète de la rue Kent nord et de l avenue Chamberlain de l avenue Bronson à la rue Bank Fermeture de la rue Percy entre la rue Catherine et l avenue Chamberlain Durée prévue : 1 fin de semaine, de samedi 18 h à dimanche 11 h (17 heures) Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : La bretelle de sortie vers l est de la rue Kent sera fermée Impacts sur les artères municipales : L avenue Chamberlain ouest vers la rue Kent nord sera fermée Le trottoir du côté est de la rue Kent sera fermé Les piétons devront emprunter le trottoir de la rue Bank Durée prévue : 2 à 3 semaines Impacts sur l autoroute 417 : Travaux de nuit avec fermetures partielles à la circulation sur l autoroute 417 Au moins deux voies de circulation seront maintenues le jour dans chaque direction de l autoroute 417 au cours des travaux de construction La quatrième voie de l autoroute 417 en direction ouest et la rampe d accès en direction ouest de la rue O Connor nord demeureront fermées au cours de la première et de la troisième fin de semaine des travaux Durée prévue : 3 fins de semaine après les travaux de remplacement rapide

161 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Summary of Construction Staging: Work Stage Locations WS / ET 6/10 WS / ET 4 Sommaire des étapes de la construction: emplacements de travail WS / ET 3 WS / ET 1 WS / ET 5 WS / ET 7 / 9 WS / ET 2 WS / ET 3 WS / ET 1 Staging area and stand preparation / Zone de travaux et de préparation des supports WS / ET 6 Pre-replacement work on structure / Travaux préparatoires au remplacement de la structure WS / ET 2 Abutment refacing / Réfection de la face des butées WS / ET 7 Preparation for rapid lift / Préparation de l installation rapide WS / ET 3 Rebuilding retaining walls / Reconstruction des murs de soutènement WS / ET 8 Rapid lift weekend (not pictured) / Fin de semaine de l installation rapide (non illustrée) WS / ET 4 Rebuilding median barrier walls / Reconstruction des barrières du terre-plein WS / ET 9 Road reinstatement / Remise en service de la route WS / ET 5 Pavement of upper base course / Revêtement de la couche de base supérieure WS / ET 10 Post-replacement work on structure / Travaux subséquents au remplacement de la structure

162 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Construction Staging: Kent Street and Chamberlain Avenue Work Stage 2: Refacing of both the east and west abutments. Estimated duration: 6 to 8 weeks. Préparation des travaux : rue Kent et avenue Chamberlain Étape 2 des travaux: Réfection des butées est et ouest. Durée prévue : 6 à 8 semaines. HIGHWAY 417 EASTBOUND LANE REDUCTION AT BRONSON AVENUE / RÉTRÉCISSEMENT DE LA VOIE VERS L EST DE L AUTOROUTE 417 À L AVENUE BRONSON MAINTAIN 4 LANES ON HIGHWAY 417 WESTBOUND DURING PEAK PERIODS / MAINTIEN DE 4 VOIES DE L AUTOROUTE 417 VERS L OUEST AUX HEURES DE POINTE MAINTAIN 3 LANES ON HIGHWAY 417 EASTBOUND DURING PEAK PERIODS / MAINTIEN DE 3 VOIES DE L AUTOROUTE 417 VERS L EST AUX HEURES DE POINTE RAMP LANE REDUCTION TO ALLOW ABUTMENT REFACING / RÉTRÉCISSEMENT DE LA BRETELLE D ACCÈS POUR LA RÉFECTION DE LA BUTÉE TEMPORARY CONCRETE BARRIER BARRIÈRE TEMPORAIRE EN BÉTON MAINTAIN SIDEWALK ON ROADWAY / MAINTIEN DU TROTTOIR EN BORDURE DE LA VOIE CHAMBERLAIN AVENUE LANE CLOSURE ADVISORY SIGNAGE PER OTM BOOK 7 / FERMETURE DE VOIE SUR AVENUE CHAMBERLAIN SIGNALISATION CONFORME AU OTM LIVRE 7 CONSTRUCTION ACCESS TO CLOSED LANE / ACCÈS DE CONSTRUCTION À LA VOIE FERMÉE MAINTAIN 2 LANES ON CHAMBERLAIN AVENUE DURING PEAK PERIODS / MAINTIEN DE 2 VOIES SUR L AVENUE CHAMBERLAIN AUX HEURES DE POINTE CONSTRUCTION ACCESS TO WEST ABUTMENT / ACCÈS DE CONSTRUCTION À LA BUTÉE OUEST CONSTRUCTION ACCESS TO STAGING AREA / ACCÈS DE CONSTRUCTION À LA ZONE DE PRÉPARATION Chamberlain Avenue looking west / Avenue Chamberlain, vue vers l ouest Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street eastbound off ramp looking west / Bretelle de sortie direction est de l avenue Chamberlain et de la rue Kent, vue vers l ouest Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street eastbound off ramp looking east / Bretelle de sortie direction est de l avenue Chamberlain et de la rue Kent, vue vers l est Intersection of Chamberlain Avenue and Kent Street looking northeast / Intersection avenue Chamberlain et rue Kent, vue vers le nord-est

163 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Construction Staging: Highway 417 Préparation des travaux : autoroute 417 Work Stages 3 to 5: Rebuilding of retaining walls on the four quadrants of the bridge, including approach barrier walls. Rebuilding median barrier walls beyond the limits of the bridge structure. Placement of pavement on Highway 417 to upper base course. Estimated duration 2 to 3 months. Étapes 3 à 5 des travaux : Reconstruction des murs de soutènement aux quatre extrémités du pont, y compris les murs des approches. Reconstruction des murs de barrières sur le terre-plein au delà des limites de la structure du pont. Bitumage de la couche supérieure de l autoroute 417. Durée prévue des travaux : de 2 à 3 mois. LANE REDUCTIONS FROM 3 LANES TO 2 FOR OFF PEAK AND NIGHTTIME SETUP / PASSAGE DE 3 À 2 VOIES POUR LA CONFIGURATION EN DEHORS DES HEURES DE POINTE ET DE NUIT MOVABLE CONCRETE BARRIER DAYTIME CONFIGURATION / CONFIGURATION DES BARRIÈRES DE BÉTON MOBILES LE JOUR RAMP CLOSURE FOR NIGHTTIME SETUP / CONFIGURATION DE FERMETURE DE BRETELLE LA NUIT CONSTRUCTION ACCESS DURING OFF PEAK AND NIGHTTIME SETUP / ACCÈS DE CONSTRUCTION HORS DES HEURES DE POINTE ET LA NUIT SINGLE LANE RAMP CLOSURE FOR DAYTIME AND NIGHTTIME SETUP / CONFIGURATION DE FERMETURE D UNE SEULE VOIE LES HEURES DE JOUR ET DE NUIT LANE REDUCTIONS FROM 4 LANES TO 3 FOR OFF PEAK AND NIGHTTIME SETUP / CONFIGURATION DE PASSAGE DE 4 À 3 VOIES EN DEHORS DES HEURES DE POINTE ET DE NUIT Highway 417 Exterior Extérieur de l autoroute 417 LANE REDUCTIONS TO SUIT SHIFTED BARRIER CONFIGURATION AT NIGHT / FERMETURES DE VOIES POUR PERMETTRE LA CONFIGURATION DES BARRIÈRES LA NUIT LANE REDUCTIONS TO SUIT SHIFTED BARRIER CONFIGURATION AT NIGHT / FERMETURES DE VOIES POUR PERMETTRE LA CONFIGURATION DES BARRIÈRES LA NUIT MOVABLE CONCRETE BARRIER DAYTIME CONFIGURATION, SHIFTED AT NIGHT FOR MEDIAN RECONSTRUCTION / CONFIGURATION DE JOUR POUR LES BARRIÈRES EN BÉTON MOBILES DÉPLACÉES LA NUIT POUR LA CONSTRUCTION DU TERRE- PLEIN CENTRAL Highway 417 Median Terre-plein de l autoroute 417

164 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Construction Staging: Kent Street Eastbound Off-ramp Prior to and After Rapid Lift Work Stages 6, 7, 9 and 10: Preparation and reinstatement of area for rapid replacement equipment. Estimated duration: WS 6: 3 weekends before rapid lift WS 7: 1 to 2 weeks before rapid lift WS 9: 2 to 3 weeks after rapid lift WS 10: 3 weekends after rapid lift Préparation des travaux : bretelle de sortie de la rue Kent en direction est avant et après l installation Étapes 6, 7, 9 et 10 des travaux : Préparation et aménagement de la zone pour accommoder le matériel de remplacement rapide Durée prévue : ET 6: 3 fins de semaine avant l installation rapide ET 7: 1 à 2 semaines avant l installation rapide ET 9: 2 à 3 semaines après l installation rapide ET 10: 3 semaines après l installation rapide CONSTRUCTION ACCESS FROM CLOSED RAMP LANES / ACCÈS DE CONSTRUCTION AUX BRETELLES FERMÉES WS 6: LANE REDUCTION FOR PRE-RAPID LIFT WORK / ET 6: FERMETURE DE VOIES POUR LES TRAVAUX PRÉPARATOIRES WS 7 & 9: EASTBOUND OFF-RAMP CLOSED / ET 7 & 9: FERMETURE DE LA BRETELLE DE SORTIE EN DIRECTION EST WS 7 & 9: ROADWAY CLOSED / ET 7 & 9: FERMETURE DE ROUTE WS 7 & 9: LANE REDUCTION FOR LEFT-TURNING LANE FROM CHAMBERLAIN AVENUE WEST TO KENT STREET NORTH / ET 7 & 9: FERMETURE DE VOIE RÉSERVÉE AU VIRAGE À GAUCHE DE L AVENUE CHAMBERLAIN À LA RUE KENT NORD CONSTRUCTION ACCESS TO CLOSED LANE / ACCÈS DE CONSTRUCTION À LA VOIE FERMÉE NIGHTTIME SINGLE LANE TRAFFIC STAGED THROUGH WORK AREA / CONFIGURATION DE NUIT D UNE SEULE VOIE SUR LA ZONE DES TRAVAUX

165 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT During Rapid Replacement: Highway 417 Full Closure Detour Routes Full weekend closure of Highway 417 from Saturday 18:00 to Sunday 11:00. Emergency access will be maintained on Chamberlain Avenue between Lyon Street and Bank Street. Au cours du remplacement rapide : déviations pour la fermeture complète de l autoroute 417 Fermeture complète pour une fin de semaine de l autoroute 417, de 18 h le samedi à 11 h le dimanche. Maintien de la voie d accès d urgence sur l avenue Chamberlain entre lesrueslyonetbank. ADVISORY SIGNAGE EASTBOUND FOR FULL CLOSURE / PANNEAUX D INDICATION DE LA FERMETURE COMPLÈTE EN DIRECTION EST LOCAL DETOUR FOR HIGHWAY 417 EASTBOUND / DÉVIATION LOCALE EN DIRECTION EST DE L AUTOROUTE 417 ADVISORY SIGNAGE TO USE GLADSTONE AVENUE DETOUR / PANNEAUX D INDICATION UTILISÉS POUR LA DÉVIATION DE L AVENUE GLADSTONE O CONNOR WESTBOUND RAMP CLOSED / FERMETURE DE LA BRETELLE O CONNOR EN DIRECTION OUEST HIGHWAY 417 WESTBOUND DETOUR ROUTE / TRACÉ DE LA DÉVIATION DE L AUTOROUTE 417 EN DIRECTION OUEST ADVISORY SIGNAGE WESTBOUND FOR FULL CLOSURE / PANNEAUX D INDICATION POUR LA FERMETURE COMPLÈTE EN DIRECTION OUEST PARKDALE AVENUE EASTBOUND RAMP CLOSED / FERMETURE DE LA BRETELLE EN DIRECTION EST DE L AVENUE PARKDALE CARLING AVENUE EASTBOUND RAMP CLOSED / FERMETURE DE LA BRETELLE EN DIRECTION EST DE L AVENUE CARLING HIGHWAY 417 EASTBOUND DETOUR ROUTE / TRACÉ DE LA DÉVIATION DE L AUTOROUTE 417 EN DIRECTION EST PERCY STREET CLOSED BETWEEN CATHERINE AND CHAMBERLAIN / FERMETURE DE LA RUE PERCY ENTRE CATHERINE ET CHAMBERLAIN KENT STREET EASTBOUND RAMP CLOSED / FERMETURE DE LA BRETELLE EN DIRECTION EST DE LA RUE KENT ADVISORY SIGNAGE FOR CLOSURE AT CHAMBERLAIN / PANNEAUX D INDICATION DE FERMETURE À CHAMBERLAIN CHAMBERLAIN AVENUE CLOSED AT LYON STREET (LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY) / FERMETURE DE L AVENUE CHAMBERLAIN À LA HAUTEUR DE LA RUE LYON (CIRCULATION LOCALE SEULEMENT)

166 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North Closure Detour Route Tracé de la déviation de l avenue Chamberlain ouest vers la rue Kent nord Closure and detour route are required during the following construction activities: Abutment refacing (6 to 8 weeks); 1 week before and 2 weeks after rapid replacement operations; and During rapid replacement operations (1 weekend). Emergency access will be maintained on Chamberlain Avenue. CHAMBERLAIN AVENUE WEST TO KENT STREET NORTH CLOSED / FERMETURE DE L AVENUE CHAMBERLAIN VERS L OUEST JUSQU À LA RUE KENT NORD Letracédefermetureetdedéviationssont nécessaires lors des étapes suivantes de la construction : réfection des butées; 1 semaine avant et 2 semaines après les travaux de remplacement rapide; et au cours des opérations de remplacement rapide. l accès d urgence sera maintenu sur l avenue Chamberlain. DETOUR ROUTE / TRACÉ DE LA DÉVIATION Highway 417 Pre- and Post-Rapid Replacement Detour Routes Tracé des déviations de l autoroute 417 avant et après le remplacement rapide Preparatory and final construction works related to the rapid replacement operations will be carried out before and after the erection of the bridge. HIGHWAY 417 EASTBOUND DETOUR ROUTES / TRACÉ DES DÉVIATIONS DE L AUTOROUTE 417 EN DIRECTION EST Les travaux de construction préparatoires et d achèvement du remplacement rapide s effectueront avant et après l érection du pont. Closure and detour routes are required 1 week before and 2 weeks after rapid replacement operations. Emergency access will be maintained on Chamberlain Avenue. ADVISORY SIGNAGE FOR RAMP CLOSURE / PANNEAUX D INDICATION DES FERMETURES DE BRETELLES CHAMBERLAIN OPEN / CHAMBERLAIN OUVERT HIGHWAY 417 EASTBOUND KENT STREET EXIT CLOSED / FERMETURE DE LA SORTIE KENT DE L AUTOROUTE 417 EN DIRECTION EST Les fermetures et déviations sont nécessaires 1 semaine avant et 2 semaines après les travaux de remplacement rapide. L accès d urgence sera maintenu sur l avenue Chamberlain.

167 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Environmental Impacts and Mitigation ISSUES/CONCERNS/POTENTIAL IMPACTS MITIGATION/PROTECTION/MONITORING 1.0 Vegetation Preparation of the temporary construction staging Vegetation clearing zones and vegetation retention zones will be clearly delineated in contract area north of Chamberlain Avenue will require documentation and in the field; vegetation clearing/removals. However, no Vegetation clearing will not be permitted to take place from May 31 st to July 31 st to protect nesting significant natural features are found in the migratory birds; and immediate study area. The use of appropriate vegetation clearing techniques will be employed and exposed surfaces will be restabilized and re-vegetated as soon as possible following construction. 2.0 Wildlife Potential disturbance to urban tolerant wildlife and migratory birds during construction. Species at Risk habitat is not present in the immediate study area. 3.0 Traffic Operations and Access Short and intermediate-term closures and lane reductions on Highway 417, the Kent Street eastbound off-ramp, Chamberlain Avenue West to Kent Street North, and Percy Street are required and will result in disruptions to traffic operations and public access (pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists). During rapid replacement operations, full weekend closure of Highway 417 is required. 4.0Landscaping/Aesthetics Potential impacts to the visual character of the corridor. 5.0 Noise Potential for elevated noise levels during construction. 6.0 Utilities Potential for vibrations to occur as a result of heavy construction works. Several utilities may require temporary relocation to accommodate the travel path for the rapid replacement equipment. Power interruptions may be required for portions of the rapid replacement operations. 7.0 Archaeological & Cultural Heritage Potential to uncover archaeological resources during construction. Potential to adversely affect cultural heritage resources. Any wildlife encountered during construction will not be knowingly harmed; Active nests will not be disturbed in accordance with the Migratory Bird Convention Act; and Should any SAR be encountered at any time in the construction area, the Contract Administrator will be contacted immediately. The number and duration of closures has been kept to the minimum required to complete the work; A traffic management plan has been developed and will be implemented to minimize the impact of closures; Access to residential properties and businesses along Chamberlain Avenue will be maintained; Ongoing communication will be maintained with Emergency Services; and Temporary and advance signage in both official languages will provide notice of upcoming closures/disruptions and will identify alternate access/detour routes for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. Context Sensitive Design (CSD) solutions will be applied to various aspect of the design to ensure visual quality and continuity in the corridor to the extent possible, including the design of architectural motifs on the surface of the bridge wing walls / abutments, underdeck lighting, and streetscaping / landscaping. The Contractor will abide by the municipal noise control by-law for day-to-day operations and any exemptions to the municipal noise control by-law required for night work will be obtained prior to construction. The Contractor will be required to provide protection systems for the utilities requiring protection during the proposed works; Vibration monitors may be required to be installed along the City watermain on Chamberlain Avenue to ensure that vibrations related to heavy construction works are kept to within safe levels and do not result in damage to the watermain located immediately on site; Utilities which may require temporary relocation will be reinstated following rapid replacement operations; and Properties affected by the interruption of power will be notified in advance. No significant archaeological resources are known to exist within the study area, which has been significantly disturbed; In the event that deeply buried archaeological deposits are discovered in the course of construction, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport shall be notified immediately and the proponent or person discovering the archaeological resources must cease alteration of the site immediately and engage a licensed consultant archaeologist to carry out a determination of their nature and significance. In the event that human remains are encountered during construction, the Cemeteries Regulation Unit of the Ministry of Consumer Service shall be notified. In situations where human remains are associated with archaeological resources, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport shall also be contacted to ensure that the site is not subject to unlicensed alterations which would be a contravention of the Ontario Heritage Act. Cultural heritage evaluation of the Kent Street overpass under the Ontario Heritage Bridge Guidelines (January 2008) did not identify the overpass as provincially important. The proposed works should not adversely affect cultural heritage resources. 8.0 Waste Management and Contamination Waste, excess materials (including salt impacted Excess materials will be managed in accordance with OPSS 180. soil) and emissions have the potential to The Contractor will be responsible for controlling the emission of dust and other pollutants and contaminate the surrounding environment if not preventing them from leaving the work site. managed properly. Répercussions environnementales et mesures d atténuation ENJEUX, PRÉOCCUPATIONS ET IMPACTS ATTÉNUATION/PROTECTION/SURVEILLANCE POTENTIELS 1.0 Végétation La préparation de la zone temporaire de Les zones à dégager et celles où on conservera la végétation seront clairement indiquées dans les construction au nord de l avenue Chamberlain documents contractuels et sur le site; nécessitera l enlèvement de la végétation existante. Il sera interdit de procéder à l enlèvement de la végétation entre le 31 mai et le 31 juillet pour protéger les Toutefois, celle ci ne présente aucune caractéristique nids d oiseaux migrateurs; d intérêt dans la zone à l étude. Les techniques appropriées seront utilisées, et les surfaces exposées seront stabilisées et seront restaurées à l état naturel dès que possible après la fin des travaux de construction. 2.0 Faune Il y a une possibilité de perturbation d animaux sauvages adaptés à la ville et d oiseaux migrateurs au cours de la construction. Il n y a pas dans la zone à l étude d habitat d espèces en péril. 3.0 Circulation automobile et accès Toute espèce faunique découverte lors des travaux sera traitée avec soin; Les nids habités ne seront pas perturbés, conformément à la Loi sur la convention concernant les oiseaux migrateurs; À tout moment dans la zone où s effectuent des travaux de construction, si des espèces en péril sont découvertes, l administrateur du contrat en sera immédiatement informé. Des fermetures et des réductions du nombre de, de Le nombre et la durée des fermetures pour permettre l exécution des travaux ont été réduits au courte ou de moyenne durée, sur l autoroute 417, minimum; sur la bretelle de sortie de la rue Kent en direction Un plan de gestion de la circulation a été mis sur pied et sera mis en œuvre pour minimiser les est, sur l avenue Chamberlain ouest vers la rue Kent répercussions des fermetures; nord et sur la rue Percy sont nécessaires et L accès aux habitations privées et aux commerces le long de l avenue Chamberlain sera maintenu; entraîneront des perturbations de la circulation et Une communication permanente avec les services d urgences sera assurée; l accès du public (piétons, cyclistes et Une signalisation temporaire et une présignalisation dans les deux langues officielles informeront le automobilistes). public sur les fermetures et les perturbations à venir, et suggéreront des parcours de remplacement pour les piétons, les cyclistes et les automobilistes. Au cours des travaux de remplacement rapide, il sera nécessaire de fermer complètement l autoroute 417 au cours d une fin de semaine. 4.0 Aménagement paysager / esthétique Il y a des impacts possibles sur l aspect visuel du corridor. 5.0 Bruit Possibilité de forts taux de bruit lors des travaux de construction. 6.0 Services publics Possibilité de vibrations à cause des importants travaux de construction. Il pourrait être nécessaire de déplacer temporairement plusieurs installations de services publics pour laisser le passage au matériel de remplacement rapide. Il pourrait être nécessaire d interrompre le courant lors de certaines étapes des travaux de remplacement. 7.0 Patrimoine archéologique et culturel Possibilité de découverte de ressources archéologiques au cours des travaux de construction. Possibilité d effets indésirables sur des ressources culturelles patrimoniales. 8.0 Gestion des déchets et contamination Des solutions de conception sensible au contexte (CSC) seront appliquées à divers aspects du design pour assurer une qualité visuelle et un élément de raccord à l environnement, dans la mesure du possible, y compris la conception de motifs architecturaux sur la surface des murs du pont et des butées, un éclairage étudié sous le tablier du pont, et de l aménagement paysager et de paysage de rue. L entrepreneur respectera les règlements municipaux sur le bruit dans ses activités quotidiennes, toute dispense requise à ces règlements pour des travaux de nuit sera obtenue avant de procéder aux travaux. L entrepreneur sera tenu de protéger les systèmes de services publics au cours des travaux proposés. Des enregistreurs de vibrations seront installés le long de la conduite d eau principale de la Ville sur l avenue Chamberlain pour s assurer que les vibrations émises par les travaux de construction ne dépassent pas les seuils sécuritaires et ne causent pas de dommage à la conduite principale directement sur le site. Les installations de services publics qui devront être déplacées temporairement seront remises en place après les travaux de remplacement rapide. Les propriétaires et locataires des propriétés touchées par les interruptions seront avertis à l avance. Aucune ressource archéologique d intérêt n a été signalée dans la zone à l étude, qui a déjà été passablement perturbée. Si, au cours des travaux de construction, on découvre des ressources archéologiques profondément enfouies, le ministère de la Culture, du Tourisme et du Sport sera averti immédiatement, et l entrepreneur ou la personne ayant découvert la ressource archéologique devra cesser toute perturbation du site, et retenir les services d un expert conseil en archéologie certifié pour déterminer la nature et l importance de la découverte. Si des restes humains sont découverts lors des travaux de construction, l Unité de réglementation des cimetières du ministère des Services aux consommateurs devra être avertie. Si la découverte de restes humains est liée à celle de ressources archéologiques, le ministère de la Culture, du Tourisme et du Sport devra lui aussi être averti pour s assurer que le site n est pas soumis à des modifications non autorisées qui iraient à l encontre de la Loi sur le patrimoine de l Ontario. L évaluation du patrimoine culturel du passage supérieur de la rue Kent, en vertu des lignes directrices du programme des ponts patrimoniaux de l Ontario (janvier 2008) n a pas permis de constater que le passage supérieur était d intérêt provincial. Les travaux proposés ne devraient donc pas avoir d incidence négative sur des ressources culturelles patrimoniales. Les déchets, les matériaux excédentaires (y compris Les matériaux excédentaires seront gérés conformément aux normes provinciales OPSS 180. les sols halomorphes) et les émissions qui Il incombera à l entrepreneur de contrôler les émissions de poussière et autres substances polluantes et pourraient contaminer le milieu s ils ne sont pas de les confiner au site des travaux. gérés adéquatement.

168 HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPÉRIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT Next Steps Following this Public Information Centre, next steps will include: Reviewing and responding to comments received; Refining the detail design and mitigation plan; Preparing a Design and Construction Report for this study and submitting for a 30-day public review period; Finalizing the detail design and preparing the contract package; and Submitting the project for tender. Prochaines étapes Après la présente séance d information publique, voici quelles seront les prochaines étapes : examiner les commentaires reçus et y répondre; perfectionner les conceptions détaillées et les plans d atténuation; préparer un rapport de conception et de construction pour chaque projet et le soumettre à l examen du public pendant 30 jours; mettre au point les conceptions détaillées et préparer les documents contractuels; et lancer l appel d offres relatifs aux projets. Thank you for attending the Public Information Centre. We welcome your comments. Information is being collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. Merci d avoir assisté à la séance d information publique. Vos commentaires sont les bienvenus. Les renseignements sont recueillis conformément à la Loi sur l'accès à l'information et la protection de la vie privée. À l'exception des renseignements personnels, tous les commentaires feront partie du domaine public. If you would like more information, please contact: Pour de plus amples détails, veuillez communiquer avec : Mr. Kevin Gibbs, P.Eng. MTO Senior Project Engineer Phone: / (toll-free) kevin.gibbs@ontario.ca Fax: Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager (MMM) Phone: / (toll-free) regels@mmm.ca Fax: M. Michel Bisson, P.Eng. Ingénieur chargé de projet de la firme (MMM) Des renseignements sont disponibles en français en composant poste 3287 Courriel : bissonm@mmm.ca Fax:

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170 Ontario COMMENT SHEET! FEUILLE DE COMMENTAIRES HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPERIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT, CONCEPTION DETAILLEE (WP ) PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE I SÉANCE D INFORMATION PUBLIQUE WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014 LE MERCREDI 9 JUILLET 2014 DALHOUSIE COMMUNITY CENTRE (ROOM 31) CENTRE COMMUNAUTAIRE DALHOUSIE, SALLE SOMERSET STREET WEST 755, RUE SOMERSET OUEST OTTAWA, ON K1R 6R1 OTTAWA (ONTARIO) K1R 6R1 4:00 PM TO 7:00 PM DE 16 H A 19 H Please comment on any aspect of the project that you consider to be important. Either drop your completed comment sheet in the box provided or send it by July 23, 2014 to: Veuillez commenter au sujet de tous les aspects du projet que vous jugez importants. Déposez votre feuille de commentaires remplie clans Ia boite prévue a cet effet ou envoyez-là, au plus tard le 23 juillet 2014 a: Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Rd., Suite 300 Ottawa,ON K1VOY3 Please check here if a response is not required. Veuillez cocher ici si une réponse West pas nécessaire. Fax/Téléc: (613) / Courriel: sotta@mmm.ca (on behalf of / au nom de Steve Regel) If a response is required, please indicate your preferred method of correspondence: Si une réponse est requise, sil vous plait indiquer votre méthode désirée de correspondence: Li I Courriel Li Regular Mail / Poste reguliere COMMENTS! COMMENTAIRES: 4-z Lw 5&Z C CCL CI IT2 ç Q co ) cz r U - c-qd StI Ii &i c

171 L) Ontario COMMENT SHEET I FEUILLE DE COMMENTAIRES HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPERIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT, CONCEPTION DETAILLEE (WP ) PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE I SÉANCE D INFORMATION PUBLIQUE WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014 LE MERCREDI 9 JUILLET 2014 DALHOUSIE COMMUNITY CENTRE (ROOM 31) CENTRE COMMUNAUTAIRE DALHOUSIE, SALLE SOMERSET STREET WEST 755, RUE SOMERSET OUEST OTTAWA, ON Ki R 6R1 OTTAWA (ONTARIO) Ki R 6R1 4:OOPMTO7:OOPM DE16HA19H Please comment on any aspect of the project that you consider to be important. Either drop your completed comment sheet in the box provided or send it by July 23, 2014 to: Veuillez commenter au sujet de tous es aspects du projet que vous jugez importants. Déposez votre feuille de commentaires remplie dans Ia bolte prévue a cet effet ou envoyez-là, au plus tard le 23 juillet 2014 a: Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Rd., Suite 300 Ottawa, ON Ki V 0Y3 Fax! Téléc: (613) / Courriel: sotta@mmm.ca (on behalf of I au nom de Steve Regel) Please check here if a response is not required. Veuillez cocher ici si une réponse n est pas nécessaire. If a response is required, please indicate your preferred method of correspondence: Si une réponse est requise, sil vous plait indiquer votre méthode désirée de correspondence: I Courriel Li Regular Mail! Poste reguliere COMMENTS I COMMENTAIRES: I f.i/j LJ,.i 7 x: 0 A, I i Y. (Th,;,._ r d/ %7AJ(1 J k A.Lj/,, - ) d -Y M

172 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Steve Regel May :41 AM Anita Sott Tim Dickinson; Lincoln MacDonald FW: HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT From: Sent: May :12 PM To: Steve Regel; Subject: HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT Hello, I would like to know when the "Spring 2014" public consultations are planned for the Kent St. overpass replacement on Highway 417 in Ottawa - as per your website schedule: Also, please forward any design/layout materials you have at this time. I would like to know what the final underpass layout will be. Best regards, 1

173 From: Sent: To: Subject: Steve Regel June :49 PM Anita Sott; Tim Dickinson FW: PIC Highway 417 Kent Overpass Replacement From: Sent: June :06 PM To: Steve Regel Subject: PIC Highway 417 Kent Overpass Replacement Good afternoon, We have just received, in the mail, documents in regards to the highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement. We are located at. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the Public Information Center. Would you kindly send us all information pertaining to the replacement and how this may affect our business. Thank you and have a good day, 1

174 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: June :03 AM Anita Sott Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) Steve Regel; Tim Dickinson Re: HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT Mr Gibbs, Does your project team have any protocols in place to let people who have expressed an interest in this project over (such as myself, see below) know that the public information meeting is on July 9th, 4pm to 7pm, at Dalhousie Community Centre? By sheer luck I read the Ottawa Citizen today and saw a Government of Ontario ad informing me about the meeting. However, I do find it curious that I haven't had any communications from someone on the project team. Ms. Sott's reply that the meeting will be "in July" was not a complete answer. I understand the final details may not have been known at the time of that reply. But clearly the final details were known as of a few days ago, in time to place an ad in today's Ottawa Citizen. I asked the most basic of questions (something single parents with complicated life schedules do when they are trying to participate in their community) and yet even that question went unanswered. All things aside, this puts into question the point of scheduling a babysitter and bothering to attend. If a basic question can't be answered, what level of importance will the project team place on my actual feedback on the project? Should I even bother showing up? While I am now fully informed, I worry there are many more people who have ed you that are still unaware there is a meeting on July 9th. I trust you will take appropriate action and provide an summary to everyone who has contacted you. If I may add, you should also distribute notice via to everyone who has ever ed the project team about any of the 417 projects (such as the previous Parkdale one). I would guess they would also be interested - but may have missed the Ottawa Citizen ad as well. Sincerely, 1

175 From: Sent: To: Subject: June :43 AM Anita Sott Re: Invitation to Public Information Centre - Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Has a date been decided for this replacement to occur? 1

176 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Steve Regel July :55 AM Gibbs, Kevin (MTO); Ogilvie, Kevin Tim Dickinson; Anita Sott RE: kent st overpass replacement Further to our conversation on July 4, 2014 and your question below; the Kent Street off ramp could be closed for 1 2 weeks before the rapid lift weekend in the summer of 2015 and 2 3 weeks after the rapid lift weekend in the summer of The project is expected to be completed by the fall of If you are unable to attend the PIC, we encourage you to your comments on the display materials presented at the PIC which will be made available on the project website at: Steve Regel, P.Eng Senior Project Manager Associate Highways Department MMM Group t: x3228 f: From: Sent: July :59 AM To: Steve Regel Subject: kent st overpass replacement Thank you for your time this morning Most appreciated Just a couple more questions How long do you expect the kent st exit 417 east to be closed? Will it be a continuous stretch or fragmented? By what date do you expect the project to be finished? regards 1

177 From: Sent: To: Subject: July :34 PM Anita Sott Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Categories: Kent Comments You have received a message regarding Queensway Expansion East. Message details are as follows: Name: Subject: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Message: Just wondering if any dates have been released as to when Kent street or Chamberlain will be closed or lane reduction...? 1

178 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: July :30 PM Anita Sott Anita Sott; Steve Regel; Tim Dickinson Re: Invitation to Public Information Centre - Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Categories: Kent Comments I was not able to attend this event - will the display boards be posted on the website for public comment? Also our MPP indicated that the new sound barriers on the south side of the Queensway in the Glebe will be part of this project. Is that correct (we hope so!!). Kindest regards, 1

179 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) July :20 AM Anita Sott Tim Dickinson; Steve Regel FW: Kent Street Overpass Replacement - Ottawa Categories: Kent Comments From: Sent: 10 juillet :03 To: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) Subject: Kent Street Overpass Replacement - Ottawa Mr Kevin Gibbs, P. Eng. Senior Project Engineer Planning and Design Section Eastern Region Ministry of Transportation Kent Street Overpass Replacement Dear Mr Gibbs, At the Open House held yesterday, 08 July, at the Dalhousie Community Centre, I directed several questions to you and your associates from MMM Group. My interest was with respect to certain recommendations contained in a planning document for Centretown, prepared by Urban Strategies for the City of Ottawa. Of particular interest were suggestions contained in the planning report that proposed the establishment of small urban parks or landscape areas on the right-of-way lands for highway 417, which were given the designation as Linear Landscape. 1

180 My questions to you included the following: 1. Are you aware of any enquiry from the consultant to the Ministry on the feasibility or permissibility of the concept for a linear landscape on MOT lands in the Catherine Street corridor (Between Elgin Street and Bronson Avenue)? 2. Is it the practice within the Ministry to permit publicly accessible parkland or urban landscape within highway rights of ways? 3. Is there specific planning consideration to include parkland within the project for the Kent Street Overpass replacement, other than the potential placement of a bench sitting area near the Isabella Street entrance to the underpass? An additional part of our conversation was on the engineering challenge of designing a park at the Kent Street location, - which would apply as well to other locations in the Catherine Street linear zone. The challenge you described is the slope and related grading issues of the berms, required to support the highway. The placement of a park at these locations would likely involve the construction of a significant investment in a retaining wall, which has not been a component of the cost estimate for this project. An additional question which I did not raise with you yesterday relates to the maintenance of landscape within the rights of way for provincial highways in urban areas. Can you advise whether the responsibility for the maintenance is a municipal, provincial or shared cost when the lands are within provincial ownership? I appreciate your assistance in clarifying the points raised above. It was a pleasure meeting with you and the consultants for this project and I thank you for taking the time to discuss the matter with me. Best wishes for a successful project implementation. Best wishes, 2

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182 ALDERVILLE FIRST NATION Second Line P.O. Box 46 Roseneath, Ontario K0K 2X0 Phone: (905) Fax: (905) Chief: Councillor: Councillor: Councillor: Councillor: James R. Marsden Julie Bothwell Jody Holmes Dave Mowat Angela Smoke October 22, 2013 Ministry of Transportation, Planning and Design Section 1355 John Counter Boulevard Postal Bag 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 Att: Kevin Gibbs, MTO Senior Project Engineer Re: Commencement of Detail Design Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Dear Kevin Gibbs, Thank you for your consultation request to Alderville First Nation regarding the replacement of the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass structure which is being proposed within our Traditional and Treaty Territory. We appreciate the fact that the Ministry of Transportation recognizes the importance of First Nations Consultation and that your office is conforming to the requirements within the Duty to Consult Process. As per the Alderville First Nation Consultation Protocol, your proposed project is deemed a level 3, having minimal potential to impact our First Nations rights, therefore, please keep Alderville apprised of any archaeological findings, burial sites or any environmental impacts, should any occur. I can be contacted at the mailing address above or electronically via , at the address below. In good faith and respect, Dave Simpson dsimpson@aldervillefirstnation.ca Lands and Resources Communications Officer Tele: (905) Alderville First Nation Fax: (905)

183 From: Sent: To: Subject: Mohamed, Jama A <Jama.Mohamed@ottawa.ca> October :16 PM Anita Sott RE: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Hi Anita I will be representing City of Ottawa, Traffic Operations Division in the TAC. My info is below Jama A. Mohamed Traffic Control Engineer Traffic Operations Division, Public Works City of Ottawa 175 Loretta Ave. North Ottawa, ON K1Y 4L8 (613) Ext From: Anita Sott [mailto:sotta@mmm.ca] Sent: October 16, :22 AM To: Anita Sott Cc: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) (Kevin.Gibbs@ontario.ca); Kevin.Ogilvie@ontario.ca; Dave.Lindensmith@ontario.ca; Steve Regel; Nadia Diczki; Tim Dickinson Subject: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Dear Technical Advisory Committee Member, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the commencement of the project s detail design and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information in your capacity as a member of the Highway 417 Expansion Technical Advisory Committee. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager which provides a general overview of the project, as well as a comment form and details on how to provide any information, questions or comments you may have. We look forward to your continued participation in this project. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design on behalf of Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP Associate, Planning and Environmental Design MMM Group Limited 1

184 From: Sent: To: Subject: Rathwell, Douglas October :53 PM Anita Sott RE: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design No comments at this time. Doug Doug Rathwell, P. Eng. Senior Engineer, Road Renewal Asset Management Branch Infrastructure Services Department ph x16040 mail code From: Anita Sott Sent: October 16, :22 AM To: Anita Sott Cc: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) Steve Regel; Nadia Diczki; Tim Dickinson Subject: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Dear Technical Advisory Committee Member, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the commencement of the project s detail design and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information in your capacity as a member of the Highway 417 Expansion Technical Advisory Committee. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager which provides a general overview of the project, as well as a comment form and details on how to provide any information, questions or comments you may have. We look forward to your continued participation in this project. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design on behalf of Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP Associate, Planning and Environmental Design MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 1

185 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Alting-Mees, Birgitte October :01 PM Anita Sott Tim Dickinson RE: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Dear Ms. Sott and Mr. Dickinson: The City of Ottawa Asset Management Branch would like to be involved in the TAC for this project. The City has a large diameter watermain and local sewers and watermains in Chamberlain adjacent to the site. It will be necessary to protect this infrastructure during the bridge replacement project and, in fact it may be necessary to replace the local sewers and watermains prior to the work starting. We need to understand the details of your project. Regards, Birgitte C. Alting-Mees, P.Eng. Senior Engineer Watermain Renewal Infrastructure Assessment - Water Resources Assets Unit Asset Management Branch Infrastructure Services Department Infrastructure Services and Community Sustainability Portfolio City of Ottawa 100 Constellation, 6th Floor Ottawa ON K2G 6J8 Phone: (613) , extension From: Anita Sott [mailto:sotta@mmm.ca] Sent: October 16, :22 AM To: Anita Sott Cc: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) (Kevin.Gibbs@ontario.ca); Kevin.Ogilvie@ontario.ca; Dave.Lindensmith@ontario.ca; Steve Regel; Nadia Diczki; Tim Dickinson Subject: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Dear Technical Advisory Committee Member, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the commencement of the project s detail design and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information in your capacity as a member of the Highway 417 Expansion Technical Advisory Committee. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager which provides a general overview of the project, as well as a comment form and details on how to provide any information, questions or comments you may have. We look forward to your continued participation in this project. 1

186 Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design on behalf of Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP Associate, Planning and Environmental Design MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1V 0Y3 t: x3546 f: c: The information contained within this transmission is privileged and/or confidential and is intended solely for the use of the party to which it is addressed. Its dissemination, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, or are not named as a recipient within such , please immediately notify the sender and also destroy any and all copies you have made of this transmission. Please consider the environment before printing this and/or its attachments. This originates from the City of Ottawa system. Any distribution, use or copying of this or the information it contains by other than the intended recipient(s) is unauthorized. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify me at the telephone number shown above or by return and delete this communication and any copy immediately. Thank you. Le présent courriel a été expédié par le système de courriels de la Ville d'ottawa. Toute distribution, utilisation ou reproduction du courriel ou des renseignements qui s'y trouvent par une personne autre que son destinataire prévu est interdite. Si vous avez reçu le message par erreur, veuillez m'en aviser par téléphone (au numéro précité) ou par courriel, puis supprimer sans délai la version originale de la communication ainsi que toutes ses copies. Je vous remercie de votre collaboration. 2

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189 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Steve Regel October :56 PM Grimwood, Robert Tim Dickinson; Anita Sott; David Lindensmith Gibbs, Kevin (MTO); Ogilvie, Kevin RE: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Robert; You are correct it is essentially a rapid lift bridge replacement. Temporary works are required on the Kent Street off ramp and Chamberlain to accommodate the rapid lift equipment but the ramp and roadway will be reinstated to its existing condition. Steve Regel, P.Eng Senior Project Manager Associate Highways Department McCormick Rankin A member of MMM Group t: x3228 f: From: Tim Dickinson Sent: October 29, :30 PM To: Steve Regel; Anita Sott Subject: Fwd: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Sent from my iphone Begin forwarded message: From: "Grimwood, Robert" <Robert.Grimwood@ottawa.ca> Date: October 29, 2013 at 2:04:47 PM EDT To: Tim Dickinson <DickinsonT@mmm.ca> Cc: Anita Sott <SottA@mmm.ca> Subject: RE: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Hi Tim, 1

190 The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. For this MTO project, will there be any changes to Kent Street and/or the Kent/Chamberlain intersection? It sounds to me like it s just the bridge replacement, I just want to confirm. Thanks. Robert Grimwood, P.Eng. Senior Project Manager, Sustainable Transportation City of Ottawa (613) x28757 robert.grimwood@ottawa.ca From: Anita Sott [mailto:sotta@mmm.ca] Sent: October 16, :22 AM To: Anita Sott Cc: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) (Kevin.Gibbs@ontario.ca); Kevin.Ogilvie@ontario.ca; Dave.Lindensmith@ontario.ca; Steve Regel; Nadia Diczki; Tim Dickinson Subject: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Dear Technical Advisory Committee Member, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the commencement of the project s detail design and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information in your capacity as a member of the Highway 417 Expansion Technical Advisory Committee. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager which provides a general overview of the project, as well as a comment form and details on how to provide any information, questions or comments you may have. We look forward to your continued participation in this project. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design on behalf of Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP Associate, Planning and Environmental Design MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1V 0Y3 t: x3546 f: c: dickinsont@mmm.ca The information contained within this transmission is privileged and/or confidential and is intended solely for the use of the party to which it is addressed. Its dissemination, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, or are not named as a recipient within such , please immediately notify the sender and also destroy any and all copies you have made of this transmission. Please consider the environment before printing this and/or its attachments. 2

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194 COMMENT 11 From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Categories: Tim Dickinson November :09 AM Anita Sott; Steve Regel FW: Response to Commencement of Detial Design Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Cover Letter and Key Plan.pdf; _Enbridge Gas Response and Plot.pdf Follow up Flagged Kent Comments From: Ademidayo Adesiyun Sent: November :09 AM To: Tim Dickinson Cc: Subject: Response to Commencement of Detial Design Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) GoodMorningTim, Iapologizeforthedelayedresponsetotheabovementionedrequest. Attachedisyourrequestletterandourresponsewhichincludesaplotconfirmingthewedohavenaturalgasmainlines inandaroundthearearequested,butthemainlinesdonotseemtointerferewiththeareayouareproposingwork. Clearanceshavetobemetforproposedworkintheareaandyourdetaileddrawingsmustberesubmittedforsignoff byenbridgegasdistribution. Letmeknowifyouneedanythingelse. Regards Dayo ADEMIDAYO ADESIYUN ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION INC. Planning & Design Analyst Distribution Asset Management 400 Coventry Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1K 2C7 (613) Think Green, don't print! Pensez vert, n'imprimé pas ce courriel! 1

195 Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. 400 Coventry Rd. Ottawa, ON, K1K 2C7 Canada Janice Reisler Tel.: Fax: EGD File Number: Re: HWY 417 Kent St. Overpass Replacement (WP ) Please find attached a copy of your drawing(s) on which we have marked our existing/proposed underground plant and have made the following determinations: UGENERAL LOCATION Please refer to the attached drawings for information on our existing or proposed gas plant. The information provided is for GENERAL LOCATION ONLY. You must re-submit your detailed drawings for sign off by Enbridge Gas Distribution. UNO-CONFLICT We have NO OBJECTION to your proposed plant as indicated. Please refer to the attached drawings for information on our existing or proposed gas plant. GAS MAINS MUST BE FIELD LOCATED. Before digging, please call ONTARIO ONE CALL. 48 hours in advance at for free gas locates service. See Third Party Requirements booklet for definitions, requirements & contact information. Test Holes are required to determine actual depth where infrastructure crosses gas plant. UCONFLICT We have an OBJECTION to your proposed plant as indicated. Please refer to the attached drawings for information on our existing or proposed gas plant. Review your proposal and make changes to your plant to satisfy these requirements. See Third Party Requirements booklet for definitions, requirements & contact information. If relocation of our plant is required, contact Manager of Special Projects: Eastern Region: Farzeen Rizvi, UNEB PERMIT REQUIRED An application form needs to be filed when crossing or working within 30 m of the right-of-way of the NEB regulated natural gas pipeline. Find enclosed booklet containing information and permit application form. If you want to discuss NEB permit process contact the Enbridge Gas Distribution Land Dept.: Chuck Reaney: UVITAL MAIN You are working within 3 m of a Vital Main Pipeline. A representative of the company must be contacted three (3) days prior to commencement of work. A member of our field force must be present while excavation of the main takes place and prior to backfilling. Alternatively please contact the Enbridge Gas Distribution Damage Prevention Dept: 1(866) See Third Party Requirements booklet for definitions, requirements & contact information. For Enbridge Internal Use: UPILING & SHORING - ENGINEERING COORDINATION REQUIRED UEXCAVATION, REPAVING OR GRADING - SPECIAL PROJECTS REVIEW REQUIRED

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197 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Steve Regel November :39 PM Anita Sott Tim Dickinson FW: Hwy 417 / Kent St. Overpass FYI Steve Regel, P.Eng Senior Project Manager Associate Highways Department MMM Group t: x3228 f: From: Walker, Korey (MNR) [mailto:korey.walker@ontario.ca] Sent: November 21, :28 AM To: Steve Regel Subject: Hwy 417 / Kent St. Overpass Hi Steve, MNR has now had a chance to review the subject lands surrounding the Kent St. overpass. Possible species at risk that may be found on site and or adjacent include: Barn Swallow (THR), Chimney Swift (THR) and Butternut (END). There are no significant natural heritage features in the immediate area. Thank you. Korey Walker Resource Management Planner Kemptville District Office Ministry of Natural Resources 10 Campus Drive Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 T:

198 Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs Ministère des Affaires Autochtones 160 Bloor St. East, gth Floor 160, rue Bloor Est, ge etage Toronto, ON M7A 2E6 Toronto ON M7A 2E6 Tel: (416) Tél.: (416) Fax: (416) Téléc. : (416) wv.aboriciinalaffairs.qov.on.ca JIiECEDVD7 Reference: EA#P24 DEC Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Ij Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Ltd Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, ON K1VOY Re: Commencement of Detail Design Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Dear Mr. Regel: Thank you for informing the Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs (MAA) of your project. Please note that MAA treats all letters, s, general notices, etc. about a project as a request for information about which Aboriginal communities may have rights or interests in the project area. As a member of the government review team, the Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs (MAA) identifies First Nation and Métis communities who may have the following interests in the area of your project: reserves; land claims or claims in litigation against Ontario; existing or asserted Aboriginal or treaty rights, such as harvesting rights; or an interest in the area of the project. MAA is not the approval or regulatory authority for your project, and receives very limited information about projects in the early stages of their development. In circumstances where a Crown-approved project may negatively impact a claimed Aboriginal or treaty right, the Crown may have a duty to consult the Aboriginal community advancing the claim. The Crown often delegates procedural aspects of its duty to consult to proponents. Please note that the information in this letter should not be relied on as advice about whether the Crown owes a duty to consult in respect of your project, or what consultation may be appropriate. Should you have any questions about your consultation obligations, please contact the appropriate ministry. You should be aware that many First Nations and/or Métis communities either have or assert rights to hunt and fish in their traditional territories. For First Nations, these territories typically include lands and waters outside of their reserves. 1

199 In some instances, project work may impact aboriginal archaeological resources. If any Aboriginal archaeological resources could be impacted by your project, you should contact your regulating or approving Ministry to inquire about whether any additional Aboriginal communities should be contacted. Aboriginal communities with an interest in archaeological resources may include communities who are not presently located in the vicinity of the proposed project. With respect to your project, and based óñ the brief materials you have provided, we can advise that the project appears to be located inan area where First Nations may have existing or asserted rights or claims in Ontario s land claims process or litigation, that could be impacted by your project. Contact information is below: Algonquins Consultation Office Mr. Jim Hunton 31 Riverside Drive Suite 101 (613) Pembroke, ON K8A 8R6 (Fax) The information upon which the above comments are based is subject to change. First Nation or Métis communities can make claims at any time, and other developments can occur that could result in additional communities being affected by or interested in your undertaking. Through Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development (AANDC), the Government of Canada sometimes receives claims that Ontario does not receive, or with which Ontario does not become involved. AANDC s Consultation and Accommodation Unit (CAU) established a single window to respond to requests for baseline information held by AANDC on established or potential Aboriginal Treaty and rights. To request information from the Ontario Subject Matter Expert send an to: UCA-CAU(aadnc-aandc.clc.ca Additional details about your project or changes to it that suggest impacts beyond what you have provided to date may necessitate further consideration of which Aboriginal communities may be affected by or interested in your undertaking. If you think that further consideration may be required, please bring your inquiry to whatever government body oversees the regulatory process for your project. MAA does not wish to be kept informed of the progress of the project; please be sure to remove MAA from the mailing list. Yours truly, r Levecque Manager, Consultation Unit Aboriginal Relations and Ministry Partnerships DMsion 2

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201 From: Sent: To: Subject: October :09 PM Anita Sott Re: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design 16 Oct 13 Would you please remove me from your distribution list? Thanks. From: Anita Sott Sent: Wednesday, October 16, :45 AM To: Anita Sott Cc: ; ; ; Steve Regel ; Nadia Diczki ; Tim Dickinson Subject: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Dear Sir/Madam, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the project and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager, which provides a general overview of the project and details how you can get involved. We look forward to your participation. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design on behalf of Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP Associate, Planning and Environmental Design MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1V 0Y3 t: x3546 f: c: dickinsont@mmm.ca The information contained within this transmission is privileged and/or confidential and is intended solely for the use of the party to which it is addressed. Its dissemination, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, or 1

202 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: October :05 PM Anita Sott Anita Sott; Steve Regel; Nadia Diczki; Tim Dickinson Re: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement Thank you very much for this introduction. We look forward to being kept informed about this project and to an opportunity to contribute our comments and suggests for the proposed design and construction approach, and the impact it will have for traffic (car, bicycles and foot) in our neighbourhood. Anita Sott writes: Dear Sir/Madam, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the project and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager, which provides a general overview of the project and details how you can get involved. We look forward to your participation. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design 1

203 From: Sent: To: Subject: October :15 PM Anita Sott RE: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design All transit routs should be under our citys and town, not haveing our roads, parking lots etc above or on top of our city. Do roads grow when expose to the sun? From: To: CC: Subject: WP Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Commencement of Detail Design Date: Wed, 16 Oct :45: Dear Sir/Madam, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained MMM Group Limited to complete the detail design for the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ). The purpose of this message is to inform you of the project and provide you with an opportunity to offer comments and/or provide information. Attached please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager, which provides a general overview of the project and details how you can get involved. We look forward to your participation. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner, Planning and Environmental Design on behalf of Tim Dickinson, M.Pl., MCIP, RPP Associate, Planning and Environmental Design MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1V 0Y3 t: x3546 f: c: dickinsont@mmm.ca The information contained within this transmission is privileged and/or confidential and is intended solely for the use of the party to which it is addressed. Its dissemination, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, or are not named as a recipient within such , please immediately notify the sender and also destroy any and all copies you have made of this transmission. 1

204 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Steve Regel November :39 PM Anita Sott Tim Dickinson FW: Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement From: Sent: October 29, :35 PM To: Steve Regel Subject: Highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement Mr. Regel, The purpose of this is to follow up on your letter dated October 16 th regarding the above mentioned overpass replacement. We are the owners of the building located at, and understand from your letter that the construction staging area will be located on Chamberlain between Kent and Bank streets. This will certainly have a significant impact on our staff, our tenants, and our members as they attempt to visit our branch. Please provide us with any and all updates regarding the detail design, specifically, mitigation strategies for businesses located on Chamberlain. Please include myself in any study mailing list. We appreciate the opportunity to provide feedback and look forward to hearing from you. Regards, 1

205 From: Sent: 20 novembre :55 To: Gibbs, Kevin (MTO); Lindensmith, Dave (MTO) Cc: Subject: Clarification/questions re: Queensway Expansion East project Greetings, A neighbour recently forwarded me some information about the Oct. announcement of study for the Queensway Expansion East project. Firstly, I would appreciate being added to your distribution list to ensure I receive future updates. Secondly, I would appreciate confirmation/clarification that actual noise barriers (not just "snow fences") will be established along the North side of the highway to protect Centretown residents from the air and noise pollution coming off the highway. The information presented here suggests : 1

206 >Construction of new noise walls on the south barrier walls and replacement of the existing snow fence on the north barrier walls west of the bridge; However, information here indicates the potential for proper noise barriers: > Construction of new retrofit noise barriers at the following locations: o O-Train to Preston Street (south side of Highway 417); o Bronson Avenue to Lyon Street (north side of Highway 417); o Lyon Street to the Rideau Canal (south side of Highway 417); Finally, the information regarding the Local realignment of Chamberlain Avenue to the north, to be opposite the eastbound off-ramp mentioned does not provide a clear picture of what the revised route may look like. I look forward to any clarification/confirmation you may be able to provide, and very much hope that there will be proper noise barriers on the N. side. Currently while Glebe residents are protected by high barrier walls, Centretown residents can watch the cars go by with no greater height than the guardrail. Many thanks in advance, 2

207 From: Sent: April :11 AM To: Steve Regel Subject: Fwd: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Steve, my apologies for getting you address wrong on my initial try Original Message Subject: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Date: Sun, 27 Apr :08: From: To: CC: Steve Regel Kevin Gibbs, I am in receipt of your introductory letter of 16 October As you will see from my address below, my home at of the Kent Street bridge. is Whereas I know the bridge is in need of replacement and widening to meet traffic handling needs, I am concerned that this work may have deleterious effect on my property. My house, and I also understand my neighbours houses, are badly subject to ground born tremors and skocks from traffic on Chamberlain induced by any road works and by heavy 1

208 traffic passing over road irregularities. On my third floor this is amplified and can be quite severe. Even work two years ago on Bank Street caused cracking in my lathe and plaster walls. I am therefore concerned that any prolonged impact type work or similar that injects energy into the ground could make this house very uncomfortable to be in and/or cause damage. Please consider my concerns in your planning, and keep me informed as to your progress and final recommendations. -- 2

209 From: Sent: May :12 PM To: Steve Regel; Subject: HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT Hello, I would like to know when the "Spring 2014" public consultations are planned for the Kent St. overpass replacement on Highway 417 in Ottawa - as per your website schedule: Also, please forward any design/layout materials you have at this time. I would like to know what the final underpass layout will be. Best regards, 1

210 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Anita Sott July :20 PM Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) Steve Regel; Tim Dickinson RE: PIC Highway 417 Kent Overpass Replacement Dear On behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, thank you for submitting your comments in the below regarding the Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement. Thank you for informing us that you will not be able to attend the Public Information Centre (PIC) to be held on July 9, Please be advised that all display materials that will be presented at the PIC will be made available on the project website at: We encourage you to review the materials when they are posted shortly following the PIC, and submit any questions, comments or concerns you may have. Please be advised that you will be kept on the project contact list and will receive direction notification of the filing of the Design and Construction Report for a 30-day public review period. Thank you for your participation in this project. Sincerely, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner Planning and Environmental Design On behalf of Steve Regel, P.Eng Senior Project Manager Associate Highways Department MMM Group t: x3228 f: The information contained within this transmission is privileged and/or confidential and is intended solely for the use of the party to which it is addressed. Its dissemination, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, or are not named as a recipient within such , please immediately notify the sender and also destroy any and all copies you have made of this transmission. Please consider the environment before printing this and/or its attachments. From: Sent: June :06 PM To: Steve Regel Subject: PIC Highway 417 Kent Overpass Replacement Good afternoon, 1

211 We have just received, in the mail, documents in regards to the highway 417 Kent Street overpass replacement. We are located at. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the Public Information Center. Would you kindly send us all information pertaining to the replacement and how this may affect our business. Thank you and have a good day, 2

212 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: June :03 AM Anita Sott Gibbs, Kevin (MTO) Steve Regel; Tim Dickinson Re: HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT Mr Gibbs, Does your project team have any protocols in place to let people who have expressed an interest in this project over (such as myself, see below) know that the public information meeting is on July 9th, 4pm to 7pm, at Dalhousie Community Centre? By sheer luck I read the Ottawa Citizen today and saw a Government of Ontario ad informing me about the meeting. However, I do find it curious that I haven't had any communications from someone on the project team. Ms. Sott's reply that the meeting will be "in July" was not a complete answer. I understand the final details may not have been known at the time of that reply. But clearly the final details were known as of a few days ago, in time to place an ad in today's Ottawa Citizen. I asked the most basic of questions (something single parents with complicated life schedules do when they are trying to participate in their community) and yet even that question went unanswered. All things aside, this puts into question the point of scheduling a babysitter and bothering to attend. If a basic question can't be answered, what level of importance will the project team place on my actual feedback on the project? Should I even bother showing up? While I am now fully informed, I worry there are many more people who have ed you that are still unaware there is a meeting on July 9th. I trust you will take appropriate action and provide an summary to everyone who has contacted you. If I may add, you should also distribute notice via to everyone who has ever ed the project team about any of the 417 projects (such as the previous Parkdale one). I would guess they would also be interested - but may have missed the Ottawa Citizen ad as well. Sincerely, 1

213 From: Sent: To: Subject: June :43 AM Anita Sott Re: Invitation to Public Information Centre - Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement (WP ) Has a date been decided for this replacement to occur? On Wed, Jun 25, 2014 at 9:26 AM, Anita Sott <SottA@mmm.ca> wrote: Dear Sir / Madam, The purpose of this message is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for the above-noted project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Date: Location: Dalhousie Community Centre (Room 31) 755 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Attached, please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager which provides a general overview of the project and provides details on the PIC and the study process. A key map of the study area is also included for your information. We look forward to your continued participation in this project. Thank you, 1

214 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Steve Regel July :55 AM Gibbs, Kevin (MTO); Ogilvie, Kevin Tim Dickinson; Anita Sott RE: kent st overpass replacement Further to our conversation on July 4, 2014 and your question below; the Kent Street off ramp could be closed for 1 2 weeks before the rapid lift weekend in the summer of 2015 and 2 3 weeks after the rapid lift weekend in the summer of The project is expected to be completed by the fall of If you are unable to attend the PIC, we encourage you to your comments on the display materials presented at the PIC which will be made available on the project website at: Steve Regel, P.Eng Senior Project Manager Associate Highways Department MMM Group t: x3228 f: From: Sent: July :59 AM To: Steve Regel Subject: kent st overpass replacement Thank you for your time this morning Most appreciated Just a couple more questions How long do you expect the kent st exit 417 east to be closed? Will it be a continuous stretch or fragmented? By what date do you expect the project to be finished? regards 1

215 From: Sent: To: Subject: July :34 PM Anita Sott Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement You have received a message regarding Queensway Expansion East. Message details are as follows: Name: Subject: Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass Replacement Message: Just wondering if any dates have been released as to when Kent street or Chamberlain will be closed or lane reduction...? 1

216 From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: July :30 PM Anita Sott Anita Sott; Steve Regel; Tim Dickinson Re: Invitation to Public Information Centre - Highway 417 Kent Street Overpass I was not able to attend this event - will the display boards be posted on the website for public comment? Also our MPP indicated that the new sound barriers on the south side of the Queensway in the Glebe will be part of this project. Is that correct (we hope so!!). Kindest regards, Anita Sott <SottA@mmm.ca> writes: Dear Sir / Madam, The purpose of this message is to invite you to attend a Public Information Centre (PIC) for the above-noted project. The PIC is scheduled as follows: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Date: Location: Dalhousie Community Centre (Room 31) 755 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R1 Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Attached, please find a letter from the Consultant Project Manager which provides a general overview of the project and provides details on the PIC and the study process. A key map of the study area is also included for your information. We look forward to your continued participation in this project. Thank you, Anita Sott, M.A., M.Pl. Planner Planning and Environmental Design On behalf of Steve Regel, P.Eng Senior Project Manager Associate 1

217 Ontario COMMENT SHEET! FEUILLE DE COMMENTAIRES HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPERIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT, CONCEPTION DETAILLEE (WP ) PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE I SÉANCE D INFORMATION PUBLIQUE WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014 LE MERCREDI 9 JUILLET 2014 DALHOUSIE COMMUNITY CENTRE (ROOM 31) CENTRE COMMUNAUTAIRE DALHOUSIE, SALLE SOMERSET STREET WEST 755, RUE SOMERSET OUEST OTTAWA, ON K1R 6R1 OTTAWA (ONTARIO) K1R 6R1 4:00 PM TO 7:00 PM DE 16 H A 19 H Please comment on any aspect of the project that you consider to be important. Either drop your completed comment sheet in the box provided or send it by July 23, 2014 to: Veuillez commenter au sujet de tous les aspects du projet que vous jugez importants. Déposez votre feuille de commentaires remplie clans Ia boite prévue a cet effet ou envoyez-là, au plus tard le 23 juillet 2014 a: Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Rd., Suite 300 Ottawa,ON K1VOY3 Please check here if a response is not required. Veuillez cocher ici si une réponse West pas nécessaire. Fax/Téléc: (613) / Courriel: sotta@mmm.ca (on behalf of / au nom de Steve Regel) If a response is required, please indicate your preferred method of correspondence: Si une réponse est requise, sil vous plait indiquer votre méthode désirée de correspondence: Li I Courriel Li Regular Mail / Poste reguliere COMMENTS! COMMENTAIRES: 4-z Lw 5&Z C CCL CI IT2 ç Q co ) cz r U - c-qd StI Ii &i c

218 L) Ontario COMMENT SHEET I FEUILLE DE COMMENTAIRES HIGHWAY 417 KENT STREET OVERPASS REPLACEMENT, DETAIL DESIGN REMPLACEMENT DE LA STRUCTURE DU PASSAGE SUPERIEUR DE L AUTOROUTE 417, RUE KENT, CONCEPTION DETAILLEE (WP ) PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE I SÉANCE D INFORMATION PUBLIQUE WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014 LE MERCREDI 9 JUILLET 2014 DALHOUSIE COMMUNITY CENTRE (ROOM 31) CENTRE COMMUNAUTAIRE DALHOUSIE, SALLE SOMERSET STREET WEST 755, RUE SOMERSET OUEST OTTAWA, ON Ki R 6R1 OTTAWA (ONTARIO) Ki R 6R1 4:OOPMTO7:OOPM DE16HA19H Please comment on any aspect of the project that you consider to be important. Either drop your completed comment sheet in the box provided or send it by July 23, 2014 to: Veuillez commenter au sujet de tous es aspects du projet que vous jugez importants. Déposez votre feuille de commentaires remplie dans Ia bolte prévue a cet effet ou envoyez-là, au plus tard le 23 juillet 2014 a: Mr. Steve Regel, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager MMM Group Limited 1145 Hunt Club Rd., Suite 300 Ottawa, ON Ki V 0Y3 Fax! Téléc: (613) / Courriel: sotta@mmm.ca (on behalf of I au nom de Steve Regel) Please check here if a response is not required. Veuillez cocher ici si une réponse n est pas nécessaire. If a response is required, please indicate your preferred method of correspondence: Si une réponse est requise, sil vous plait indiquer votre méthode désirée de correspondence: I Courriel Li Regular Mail! Poste reguliere COMMENTS I COMMENTAIRES: I M/ S&Y f.i/j LJ,.i 7 x: 0 A, I i Y. (Th,;,._ r d/ %7AJ(1 J k A.Lj/,, - ) d -Y