The project began as an enhanced Schedule B Municipal Class EA (including a public open house) and subsequently grew in complexity.  Requirements of the study were expanded to include a second Public Open House as well as the creation of a Public Advisory Committee.

In undertaking this assignment, Morrison Hershfield:

• Developed and analyzed numerous potential alternatives to the undertaking
• Assessed diverse pedestrian, recreational and user issues
• Assessed complex parking solutions
• Ensured a high level of public involvement through public information sessions, meetings with public and community groups, meetings with the Councilor, advertisements, flyers and direct correspondence
• Coordinated and maintained liaison with hospital development and diverse environmental, site development and traffic projects occurring in the area
• Developed landscaping concepts
• Prepared a Schedule B Project File

We provided environmental assessment expertise and guidance to the City's Traffic Control Signal personnel.  The final functional design recommendations incorporated a solution for both the short term and long term that addressed the complex parking requirements and multiple user issues while achieving a safe and efficient design for vehicles and pedestrians.