Notice of study commencement and Public Information Centre #1 for Niagara Region Transportation Master Plan

Niagara Region is developing a comprehensive Transportation Master Plan. The plan will update the Region’s existing Transportation Master Plan that was approved in 2017. The new plan will extend that vision to 2051 and beyond, focusing on the Region’s long-term transportation needs.

 

The plan will outline the infrastructure and service requirements needed to accommodate the Region's projected growth to 2051. It will act as a long-term guide to help improve the Region’s transportation system so it is safe, affordable, accessible, efficient, sustainable and ready for growth. The plan will also incorporate recommendations from other Niagara Region initiatives.

 

 

The project will follow Approach 1 for master plans under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process. It will complete the first two phases of that process, which look at options for providing the infrastructure and services needed to 2051.

 

Public input is encouraged throughout the study. Two Public Information Centres will be held to present information and collect feedback.

 

Niagara Region will host the first Public Information Centre. It will provide an overview of the study, including how it will support Niagara’s growth to 2051 and how you can share your feedback.

 

Information materials will be available on the Transportation Master Plan Update project page starting June 9. Comments will be accepted until June 30.

 

 

If you have questions or comments about the study or would like to be added to the email list to receive notices, contact the project team:

 

Amy Shanks, MCIP, RPP

Transportation Infrastructure Planning Project Manager

Niagara Region

905-980-6000 ext. 3532

tmp@niagararegion.ca

 

Personal information collected or submitted in writing will be collected, used and disclosed by members of Regional Council and Regional staff in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The written submissions including names, contact information and reports of the public meeting will be made available. Questions should be referred to the Privacy Office at 905-980-6000 ext. 3779 or FOI@niagararegion.ca.

 

If you need any accommodation for a disability to attend and participate in meetings or events, please let us know in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely manner. Contact the Accessibility Advisory Coordinator at 905-980-6000 ext. 3252 or accessibility@niagararegion.ca.