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Home My WebLink AboutCIS Agenda - 2022-08-081 KiTc�ivER Community and Infrastructure Services Committee Agenda Monday, August 8, 2022, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers - Hybrid City of Kitchener 200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 The City of Kitchener has aligned with provincial changes to COVID-19 restrictions and City Hall is now open for in-person services, however appointments are still encouraged. Council and Committees of Council are now being offered in a hybrid format and welcome delegate participation either in-person or electronically. Those people interested in participating in this meeting can register online using the delegation registration form at www.kitchener.ca/delegation or via email at delegation (a)kitchener.ca. For in-person delegations, registration can be facilitated until the start of the meeting. For those who are interested in participating electronically, registration will be required 2 hours prior to the scheduled start of the meeting. The meeting live -stream and archived videos are available to www.kitchener.ca/watchnow. Please refer to the delegations section on the agenda below for registration deadlines. Written comments will be circulated prior to the meeting and will form part of the public record. *Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. If you require assistance to take part in a city meeting or event, please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994.* Chair: Councillor S. Marsh Vice -Chair: Councillor D. Schnider Pages 1. Commencement 2. Consent Items The following matters are considered not to require debate and should be approved by one motion in accordance with the recommendation contained in each staff report. A majority vote is required to discuss any report listed as under this section. 3. 4. 5. 2.1. Parking Prohibition on Chapel Street between Lydia Street and Merner Avenue, DSD -2022-326 2.2. Proposed All -Way Stop Control - Mill Street at Spadina Road East, DSD - 2022 -359 2.3. Guelph Street - Parking Prohibitions, DSD -2022-369 2.4. Private Street Naming - 630 and 690 Benninger Drive - Activa Holding Inc., DSD -2022-347 2.5. 1388 Highland Road West - Lifting of Holding Provisions, DSD -2022-360 2.6. 607-641 King Street West, Station Park Phase II - Lifting of Holding Provision 82H Centre Ice LP, DSD -2022-363 2.7. Noise Exemption - Yeti Music Event -14 Eby Street North, CSD -2022- 361 Please note: Any recommendation arising from the Committee regarding this matter will be considered at the special Council meeting scheduled for later this same date. 2.8. Noise Exemption - K -W Oktoberfest Inc - Various Locations - September 23 through October 15, 2022, CSD -2022-364 2.9. Noise Exemption - Holy Trinity Serbian Church - 700 Fischer Hallman Road - September 4, 2022, CSD -2022-388 2.10. Noise Exemption - KWFamous - Art and Music Festival - 20 Hurst Avenue - September 3, 2022, CSD -2022-389 Delegations Pursuant to Council's Procedural By-law, delegations are permitted to address the Committee for a maximum of five (5) minutes. Delegates who are attending in-person are permitted to register up to the start of the meeting. Those who are interested in attending virtually must register by 1:00 p.m. on August 8, 2022, in order to participate electronically. 3.1. Item 4.1. - Chris Gouett, AECOM Canada Ltd. Discussion Items 4.1. Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for 30 m Existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station, DSD -2022-358 (Staff will make a 5 -minute presentation on this matter) Information Items 5.1. None. 4 7 11 14 32 42 47 EN 6791 52 54 Page 2 of 133 6. Adjournment Marilyn Mills Committee Administrator Page 3 of 133 Staff Report Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Barry Cronkite, Director, Transportation Services, 519-741-2200 ext. 7738 PREPARED BY: Anjul Chauhan, Traffic Technologist, 519-741-2200 ext. 7374 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 10 DATE OF REPORT: July 15, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-326 SUBJECT: Parking Prohibition on Chapel Street between Lydia Street and Merner Avenue RECOMMENDATION: That on -street parking be prohibited on the west (even -numbered) side of Chapel Street from Lydia Street to Merner Avenue; and further, That the Uniform Traffic and Parking Bylaw be amended accordingly. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to amend the Traffic and Parking Bylaw to include No - Parking Anytime prohibitions on Chapel Street • The key finding of this report is that traffic flow and property access issues will be improved by prohibiting on -street parking • The financial implications are approximately $400 to be taken from the existing sign maintenance budget • Community engagement included a notification letter inclusive of staff's recommendations and date of the appropriate Community and Infrastructure Services meeting distributed to affected properties in advance of the meeting • This report supports the delivery of core services. BACKGROUND: Transportation Services received concerns from residents on Chapel Street citing difficulty accessing the street due to the presence of cars parked on both sides of the street between Lydia Street and Merner Avenue. Further, resident concerns also highlighted differing parking bylaws with adjacent, narrow sections of Chapel Street, where parking is only permitted on the east (odd -numbered) side. REPORT: Chapel Street, between Lydia Street and Merner Avenue, is a narrow roadway (approximately 6.5 m wide) with parking permitted on both sides of the street. Staff *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 4 of 133 conducted site analysis and determined the effective road width of Chapel Street is too narrow to accommodate two-way traffic and emergency vehicles. Additionally, snow storage and waste removal operations are also constrained when on -street parking occurs on both sides in this section. As a result, staff recommend that parking be prohibited on the west side of Chapel Street between Lydia Street and Merner Avenue. The prohibition will also establish consistency with the existing parking prohibitions on adjacent, narrow portions of the street, where parking is only permitted on the east (odd -numbered) side. The recommended parking prohibitions will result in the loss of approximately five (5) legal, on -street parking spaces, however, there are sufficient on -street parking options available within proximity to the affected properties. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation will have an approximate impact of $500 on the Operating Budget for the sign installation. These costs will be charged to the existing Sign Maintenance budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — A notification letter was delivered to the affected properties regarding the proposed parking prohibitions. The report has also been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the Council / Committee meeting. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • City of Kitchener Traffic and Parking By-law No. 2019-113 APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, Development Services Division ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Key Map — Chapel Street Parking Prohibition Page 5 of 133 111) N MERNER AVE • LU Q i � LJ 4.• LYE) IA T Nol to Scale Existing `f No Pa rking'� **a*** Proposed "No Parking —Anytime" Notified Properties Page 6 of 133 Staff Report r NJ :R Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Barry Cronkite, Director, Transportation Services, 519-741-2200 ext. 7738 PREPARED BY: Anjul Chauhan, Traffic Technologist, 519-741-2200 ext. 7374 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 9 DATE OF REPORT: July 14, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-359 SUBJECT: Proposed All -Way Stop Control — Mill Street at Spadina Road East RECOMMENDATION: That an All -Way Stop control be installed at the intersection of Mill Street and Spadina Road East; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By -Law 2019-113 be amended accordingly. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to amend the Uniform Traffic By -Law 2019-113 to include an All -Way Stop control at the intersection of Mill Street and Spadina Road East (Ward 9). • The key finding of this report is that safety and operations will be improved through the installation of an All -Way Stop control at the intersection of Mill Street and Spadina Road East. • The financial implications are approximately $1000 and will be taken from the existing sign maintenance budget. • Community engagement included posting this report on the City's Website with agenda in advance of the council / committee meeting and contacting the property owner adjacent to the intersection. • This report supports the delivery of core services. BACKGROUND: Transportation Services received a request to review safety issues at the intersection of Mill Street and Spadina Road East. Concerns from residents cited that northbound vehicles on Mill Street, turning left onto Spadina Road East, frequently encroach into the eastbound left turning lane on Spadina Road East, thus creating safety concerns for road users. Residents specifically requested that Transportation Staff review the intersection for safety. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 7 of 133 REPORT: The intersection of Mill Street (north -south) and Spadina Road East (east -west) is a 3 -legged intersection with Stop control on Spadina Road East. According to the City of Kitchener's Official Plan, Spadina Road East is designated as minor community collector road and Mill Street is designated as an arterial Roadway. Currently, the traffic on Spadina Road east stops and yield right-of-way to the traffic on Mill Street. In response to resident concerns, staff conducted site investigations, a turning movement count, and a historical collision review of the intersection. The results of the study were compared to the City of Kitchener's All -Way Stop warrant requirements. These requirements are a set of guidelines based on the all -way stop warrants established by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario and the Institute of Transportation Engineers. The intersection was compared to the warrants for both a collector road /arterial road. The results are as follows: Warrant — Collector /Arterial Road All -Way Stop Warrant Analysis Mill Street at Spadina Road East — July 21, 2021 Warrant Factors - "3 -Leg" Intersection Results Warrant Met The total vehicle volume on all intersection approaches averages at 281 NO least 500 vehicles per hour for each of any eight hours of the day, and The volume split does not exceed 70% / 65%/35% YES 30% on the major road, or Average of at least 4 collisions per year over a three-year period (susceptible to 1.00 per year NO correction by an All Way Stop) All -Way Stop Warranted NO Based on the above, the intersection does not warrant additional traffic control. However, traffic volume data collected since 2015 have demonstrated that Mill Street is functioning more like a minor community collector street versus an arterial road. Traffic volumes have consistently carried less than 3,000 vehicle trips per day since 2015. This can at least be partially attributed to changes to the road network at Mill Street and Ottawa Street South. LRT construction eliminated the direct route along Mill Street from Queen Street South to Courtland Ave East and to Hwy 8. Based on existing conditions, staff also analyzed the intersection under the assumption that Mill Street functions as a minor collector roadway for the purpose of the All -Way Stop Warrant Analysis. The results are as follows: Warrant — Local/Minor Road All -Way Stop Warrant Analysis Mill Street at Spadina Road East — July 21, 2021 Page 8 of 133 Warrant Factors - "3 -Leg" Intersection Results Warrant Met The total vehicle volume on all intersection approaches averages at 281 YES least 250 vehicles per hour for each of any eight hours of the day, and The volume split does not exceed 75% / 65%/35% YES 25% on the major road, or Average of at least 4 collisions per year over a three-year period (susceptible to 1.00 per year NO correction by an All Way Stop) All -Way Stop Warranted YES As the results above indicate the intersection of Mill Street and Spadina Road East does not meet the all -way -stop warrant when Mill Street is considered an arterial roadway, but does meet the warrant when Mill Street is considered a minor collector roadway. Although Mill Street is identified as an arterial roadway in Kitchener's Official Plan, it has been functioning more like a minor collector roadway based on volumes since 2015. Given the reduced volumes on Mill Street, Transportation Services expects the all -way stop to function appropriately, and is recommending that an all -way stop be installed at the intersection. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation has a total estimated budget impact of $1,000 on the Operating Budget. These costs can be absorbed in the existing Sign Maintenance budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — This report has been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the council / committee meeting. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • City of Kitchener Uniform Traffic By-law No. 2019-113 APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, Development Services Division ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Key Map All -Way Stop Mill Street at Spadina Road East. Page 9 of 133 mow 'r s L y , y 1 1 y y 4 y y 5 5 , 4 _ _ 5 Y 4 � _ y 4 y L r 4 4 . 4 , ,4 t, '•w ""MW - 4{ 5 y 6 � 1 f Staff Report Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Barry Cronkite, Director, Transportation Services 519-741-2200 ext. 7738 PREPARED BY: Steven Ryder, Traffic Planning Analyst, Transportation Services 519-741-2200 ext. 7152 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 10 DATE OF REPORT: July 14, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-369 SUBJECT: Guelph Street — Parking Prohibitions RECOMMENDATION: That on -street parking be prohibited on the north (even -numbered) side of Guelph Street from Birch Avenue to a point 33 metres east thereof; and That on -street parking be prohibited on the south (odd -numbered) side of Guelph Street from Birch Avenue to a point 40 metres east thereof; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to amend the Traffic and Parking By-law to prohibit parking in the vicinity of the driveway of 843 Guelph Street. • The key finding of this report is that the proposed parking prohibitions will improve truck turning movements when accessing 843 Guelph Street and help address safety and property damage concerns. • The financial implications are approximately $500 that is to be taken from the existing sign maintenance budget. • Community engagement included a notification letter that was distributed to all affected properties in advance to the meeting. • This report supports the delivery of core services. BACKGROUND: Transportation Services received concerns from a business located at 843 Guelph Street citing difficulty of large trucks entering and exiting the business property due to the presence *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 11 of 133 of parked vehicles on -street. There have been reported instances of large trucks reversing within the public right-of-way to avoid colliding with parked vehicles and/or hydro poles. REPORT: Transportation Services staff conducted a site visit to review conditions, and concerns raised by the business at 843 Guelph Street. Staff determined that truck access to the business is constrained, and parking prohibitions would improve safety and access to the property overall. Accordingly, staff are recommending parking prohibitions on both sides of Guelph Street adjacent to 843 Guelph Street to improve truck turning movements and access to an adjacent business driveway. The recommended parking prohibitions will result in the loss of approximately four (4) legal, on -street parking spaces (two (2) on each side of the roadway), however, there are sufficient on -street parking options available within proximity to the affected properties. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation will have no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation will have an approximate impact of $500 on the Operating Budget for the sign installation. These costs will be charged to the existing Sign Maintenance budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — A notification letter was delivered to the affected properties regarding the proposed parking prohibitions. The report has also been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the Council / Committee meeting. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • City of Kitchener Traffic and Parking By-law 2019-113 APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, Development Services Department ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Key Map — Guelph Street — Parking Prohibitions Page 12 of 133 Attachment A: Key Map — Guelph Street Parking Prohibitions LEGEND - Existing `Three (3) Hour Parking Permitted' ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 - Existing `No Parking Anytime' � � m - Proposed `No Parking Anytime' Page 13 of 133 Staff Report r NJ :R Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Bustamante, Rosa, Director of Planning 519-741-2200 ext. 7319 PREPARED BY: Julian Lee, Student Planner, 519-741-2200 ext. 7078 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 5 DATE OF REPORT: July 6, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-064: Private Street Naming Report SUBJECT: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Activa Holding Inc. RECOMMENDATION: That the City of Kitchener acknowledge that Activa Holding Inc. intends to name private streets: "Urbane Boulevard", "Avid Drive", "Ardor Avenue", "Serene Way", "Reverie Way", "Musing Street", "Moxie Lane", and "Mettle Way" within a multiple residential development located at 630 and 690 Benninger Drive; and further, That the City's Legal Services division be directed to proceed with the required advertising, preparation, and registration of the necessary By-law for the naming of "Urbane Boulevard", "Avid Drive", "Ardor Avenue", "Serene Way", "Reverie Way", "Musing Street", "Moxie Lane", and "Mettle Way". REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is the applicant is seeking Council approval to name private streets within the residential development located at 630 and 690 Benninger Drive. • The key finding of this report is that the applicant is proposing to name the private streets as "Urbane Boulevard", "Avid Drive", "Ardor Avenue", "Serene Way", "Reverie Way", "Musing Street", "Moxie Lane", and "Mettle Way". Staff are satisfied that the proposed private street names are appropriate and support the street naming request. • There are no financial implications as there is no impact to the capital or operating budget. • Community engagement included the information posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the council/committee meeting. • This report supports the delivery of core services. BACKGROUND: Activa Holding Inc. is seeking Council approval to name private streets within the residential development located at 630 and 690 Benninger Drive. The proposed development received Site Plan Approval in Principle for a 225 unit cluster townhouse development with a future commercial block in August 2021. The subject development has vehicular accesses to the private laneways from Benninger Drive. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 14 of 133 Private Street Naming Report DSD -2022-064 was approved by the Community and Infrastructure Services Committee on March 7, 2022 however the By-law to create the Private Street names did not proceed at the request of the applicant who identified that additional street names were required. This report includes the additional private street names identified by the applicant. REPORT: The applicant is proposing to name the private streets shown on Appendix D "Urbane Boulevard", "Avid Drive", "Ardor Avenue", "Serene Way", "Reverie Way", "Musing Street', "Moxie Lane", and "Mettle Way". The naming of the private streets will eliminate the need for a Multiple Unit Identification Sign at the entrance to the site, and offers improved site navigation for emergency services, residents, and visitors. The proposal has been circulated to a number of internal departments and no concerns were raised. The dwellings will be addressed in accordance with the City's Street Naming and Addressing Policy. The Region has approved the proposed street names. Staff are satisfied that the proposed private street names are appropriate and support the street naming request. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — This report has been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the council / committee meeting. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • DSD -2022-064: Private Street Naming Report REVIEWED BY: Stevenson, Garett — Manager of Development Review, Planning Division APPROVED BY: Readman, Justin — General Manager, Development Services ATTACHMENTS: Appendix Al — Site Plan — SP21-017-B-CD Appendix A2 — Site Plan — SP21-016-B-CD Appendix B — Private Street Naming Request Appendix C — Staff and Agency Comments Appendix D — Private Street Name Plan Page 15 of 133 NATHALIE STREET F- a� p�P� ivz�=r�rnl ■hill �i M' ass +50 m ---- 4.57m Daylight Visibility Triangle (DVT) Zoning- MIX -1 (Site Specific Provisions 27 and 69)- Rear Yard 7.5m(4+dwellings) 10.Om ET Transformer Location 626 Multiple Dwelling (Ottawa St) Comer Lot GM Gas Meter REQUIRED (min.) PROVIDED Driveway Access ..- HM Hydro Meter Lot Width 15.Om 59.6m Height (max.) Floor Space Ratio 0.6-2.0 (max.) 0.88 Multiple Dwelling 14m 12.7m NATHAL F CREs Retail GFA (max.) Front Yard 7,500m' 3.Om (building) 971 m' 6.1m ,,, .... No. of Storeys (Nathalie St) 1.5m " No. of Attached Units 16 24 (balconyltermcelporchldeck) i Int. Side Yard 1.2m 1.3m ^• "' Ext. Side Yard 1.5m (porch/balcony) 2.1m .,, 1.0m (stairs) 0.5m ass +50 m 3.Om (building) 3.Om Rear Yard 7.5m(4+dwellings) 10.Om (Ottawa St) (noise mitigation req'd) Comer Lot 7.Om ±56.Om Driveway Access ..- (from Nathalie St Intersection) Height (max.) --- ...., Multiple Dwelling 14m 12.7m NATHAL F CREs 3213 Towns 12.5m 12.5m No. of Storeys 4 4 r-� No. of Attached Units 16 24 PARKING MIX -1 ZONING ^• "' Residential Parking Required- 225-293 spaces (1.0-1.3 space/unit- incl. Visitor Parking) Retail Parking Required- 25-36 spaces (1 space/27-40m' GFA) _„ - -- Total Parking Required- 250-329 spaces NORT H Residential Parking Provided- 275 spaces (1.2 spaces/unit) Retail Parking Provided _ SOUTH -29 spaces Total Parking Provided- 304 spaces Electric Vehicle Parking Required - 45 spaces - oRrvE� (20% of required residential parking) m 6ENMNGER Electric Vehicle Parking Provided - 45 spaces nsg (22 garage, 23 surface) :zsa Parking Space Minimum Dimensions- 2.6m x 5.5m ` m za Garage Space Minimum Dimensions - 3.Omx S.Sm rzoao � S�p- o ve Bicycle Parking Provided: aroc_Kw � vb ;as Class A - 100 indoor spaces (Block l) td �* c •- ,_ ou oor spaces -. ..,.� 3 3 - u2- R54G' SITE STATISTICS •- ua 25 ub- 259- 360_ u7 ss9 zs Zoning- MIX -1 (Site Specific Provisions 27 and 69) Lot Area 34,o42m' MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL Building Coverage- 10,414m' (30.6%) Number of Units- 225 Landscaped Area- 13,489m2 (39.6%) Number of Visitor Spaces- 25 required Asphalt/ Hard Surface Area- 10,139m2 (29.8%) Number of Barrier Free Spaces- 7 required (Type A- 3, Type B- 4) REVISED: SITE PLAN -OVERALL 0 5 10 20 30 ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC. SCALE 1: 1,750 630 BENNINGER DRIVE DATE: JULY26,2021 O y vz 1 NOTES: ' -ALL ASPHALT AREAS TO BE DEFINED WITH 0.15M HIGH .zea POURED CONCRETE CURBING DRIVEWAYS FRONTING ONTO BENNINGER DRIVE ARE •. ° -... TO BE IN AN ALTERNATIVE MATERIAL TO THE SIDEWALKS ALL AVAILABLE SPACE BETWEEN THE STREET AND 4HSI G„ a9;3+`€ OTTAWA SIRE' SoUIH BUILDING SHOULD BE LANDSCAPED SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP21/017/B/CD BLOCK 132, PLAN 58M-642 City of Kitchener CAD FILE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Pa e 16s8f4t3 KIR%R4f1AMtivaTn ieelPr-Rlnrk l.iTCrhP�li ileelCit PPlan n1 79M1 Rh,kl�9d, NATHALIE STREET �sv38Vo - P,z =4.68 =2a12a —5 609 dro Vaulf 2 59. 69 11 LO- o2 P,S BLOCK AA-- GFA)Fn Q� (971 w s 60 Z z ¢ 9oolz T111 A L.T 11 M1 IAII Nu la9w�1 r /IILL FI 1 9i. u.r i« m IT S uosc,o IT 35m �o Build �� LIT 11 TnT N 149 152 %�� 145 148 0 s dro G7 z 153-156 p a � � 141-144 H Voop Y 0 ]3 I t e � Y V W s 157-160 m i 137-140 m Z 161 164 _ ��,ss — _ 133 136 Z 12 Z m f _ 165168 129-132 x 169-172 125-128 IT . G p� V m ui oe z 173-176 m Ze G 121-124 °' LIT o1 O� ,81 177180 d a 117-120 orf NOTE:- -ALL ASPHALTAREAS TO BE DEFINED WITH 181 184 "T 1` 0.15M HIGH POURED CONCRETE CURBING - ALL AVAILABLE SPACE BETWEEN THE STREET 185188 s� z of 113-116 109-112 AND BUILDING SHOULD BE LANDSCAPED 4 u 'rT I — — — — 4.57m Daylight Visibility Triangle (DVT) s 189-192 v +8j- "^�"'° `- � ` Lo. Q Transformer Location 193-196 O _ 105-108 m GM Gas Meter ; HM Hydro Meter Y _ 101-104 FIT , 197 200JM NORTH 201 204` ----- gl NORTH F� s REVISED: SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP21/017/B/CD SITE PLAN- NORTH 0 5 10 20 30 BLOCK 132, PLAN 58M-642 ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC. SCALE 1: 1,000 City of Kitchener CAD FILE: 630 BENNINGER DRIVE DATE: JULY 26, 2021 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SP.DWG KIN 84DAPdiv&T-ussleTBlock 1JZSchedule itePlan OW2U21-Blockl J2dwo ,�.SRO, NATNALIE CRES NORTH SOUTH m RENNIN ;__ Naoo75oE S,v� a / 2 x.22. E 6'e/ �7, Zaszai4 1 229-232°' \� /` �2Q Q,. �ri�s BIOCKO N [v 21°,5 27627a 233 236 �n / E y �� 2p5. BLOCK NP ass s rub i'saioe - M 248 250 252 �G ,� r+ A my „,,,„„ 249 251 253 254 j 256 2580260 -Area X26 269 z1 255 257 259 262 B LOCKJ 261 263 I Zbq_ bb o p602v NOTE: - ALL ASPHALT AREAS TO BE DEFINED WITH 0.15M HIGH — -- 4.57m Daylight Visibility Triangle(DVT) ° POURED CONCRETE CURBING Q Transformer Location -ALL AVAILABLE SPACE BETWEEN THE STREETAND GM Gas Meter A=92 919 151°2szs STREE T SOUT BUILDING SHOULD BE LANDSCAPED HM Hydro Meter OTTAWA REVISED: SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP21/017/B/CD SITE PLAN - SOUTH 0 5 10 20 Bo BLOCK 132, PLAN 58M-642 ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC. SCALE 1: 1,250 City of Kitchener CAD FILE: 630 BENNINGER DRIVE DATE: JULY26,2021 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SP.DWG KIN/84DAAciv&Truss1er-B1ock 1JZSchedule itePlan OW2d21-Block1:i2dwo win immmi mill" 0 w Eml!I Kim . �I I■ �I■ ■I ■I SEIM NORTH i®�I li SOUTH ,�.SRO, NATNALIE CRES NORTH SOUTH m RENNIN ;__ Naoo75oE S,v� a / 2 x.22. E 6'e/ �7, Zaszai4 1 229-232°' \� /` �2Q Q,. �ri�s BIOCKO N [v 21°,5 27627a 233 236 �n / E y �� 2p5. BLOCK NP ass s rub i'saioe - M 248 250 252 �G ,� r+ A my „,,,„„ 249 251 253 254 j 256 2580260 -Area X26 269 z1 255 257 259 262 B LOCKJ 261 263 I Zbq_ bb o p602v NOTE: - ALL ASPHALT AREAS TO BE DEFINED WITH 0.15M HIGH — -- 4.57m Daylight Visibility Triangle(DVT) ° POURED CONCRETE CURBING Q Transformer Location -ALL AVAILABLE SPACE BETWEEN THE STREETAND GM Gas Meter A=92 919 151°2szs STREE T SOUT BUILDING SHOULD BE LANDSCAPED HM Hydro Meter OTTAWA REVISED: SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP21/017/B/CD SITE PLAN - SOUTH 0 5 10 20 Bo BLOCK 132, PLAN 58M-642 ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC. SCALE 1: 1,250 City of Kitchener CAD FILE: 630 BENNINGER DRIVE DATE: JULY26,2021 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SP.DWG KIN/84DAAciv&Truss1er-B1ock 1JZSchedule itePlan OW2d21-Block1:i2dwo PARKING NOTES: - PARKING FOR UNITS 1 AND 10 ARE PROVIDED IN THE FORM OF ONE DRIVEWAY PARKING SPACE AND ONE GARAGE PARKING SPACE PER UNIT � (n - FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE ABOVE: ALL PARKING SPACES ARE 5.5M IN LENGTH, DRIVEWAY SPACES ARE 2.6M IN WIDTH AND GARAGE PARKING z Q \ e=i2 20 \�V/> a s� A=3.985 SPACES ARE 3.OM IN WIDTH U is 20 -ELECTRIC VEHICLE PARKING SPACES PROVIDED - 52 a.9 = A= 387 ��° (48 GARAGE, 4 SURFACE) ,A9 e5 A7 gEN a.9 = ,A9 e5 A7 Hyd,° O w A8 5 s o BLOCK N O m 3 T - S2 n 76 !ry 7 q 53:.- I=s 59 6� ;A 7� 72 73 BLOCK �� a zo 54 �a 64 w 62 a BLOCK t 0 oSS OL Im A,.6567= 68 7Q�� MULTI -RESIDENTIAL (Number ofunits-80) 7.9 S7 Op 70 - REQUIRED (min.) PROVIDED 58 e7 Lot idth 15.Om 84.8m a Space Ratio .75 NOTE 6.A Sm p'C"CPWPSjREE�SpU1H FronFlotlYardZ((terracelporchldecklstairs) 368 (stairs) - ALL ASPHALT AREASa 4.0m(building) 5.9m (building) w„ TO BE DEFINED WITH B 6.Om (garage) 0O HIGH POURED Int. Side Yard 1.2m - CONCRETE CURBING - SITE STATISTICS Ext. Side Yard 2.5m Porch/balcony/stairs) 4.Om (building) 2.5m (stairs) 4.1m (bulding) -ALL CE 593 P'235ab Zoning- R6 (612R, 663R, 665R) Parking Required- 120 spaces (1.5 spaces/unit) Ext. Side Yard 4.5m (4, dwelling units) 11.3m EENTAVAILESTRELE BETWEEN THE STREET c=23,23"E Nsv Lot Area- 19,359m' Parking Provided- 154 spaces (Ottawa St) (noise mitigation req'd) AND BUILDING SHOULD BE LANDSCAPED Building Coverage- 4,878m' (25.2%) Parking Space Minimum Dimensions- 2.6m x 5.5m Rear Yard 7.Om 8.Om Landscaped Area- 9,332m' (48.2%) Garage Space Minimum Dimensions- 3.Om x 5.5m Comer Lot 7.Om 124.Om - - - - 4.57m Daylight Visibility Triangle (DVT) Asphalt I Hard Surface Area- 5,149m' (26.6%) Number of Visitor Spaces Required - 12 Driveway Access (from Benninger Or Intersection) Light Standard Barrier Free Spaces- 3-4 spaces (Type A - 2, Type B - 2) Height (max.) 12.5m 12.5m REVISED: SITE PLAN APPLICATION: SP21/016/B/CD SITE PLAN 0 5 10 20 30 BLOCK 131, R.P. 58M-642 ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC. SCALE 1: 1,000 City of Kitchener CAD FILE: BLOCK 131, STAGE 1 - 690 BENNINGER DR. DATE :JULY 1s,2o21 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SP21016BCD.DWG May 251h, 2022 Mr. Garett Stevenson Manager of Development Review Planning Division, City of Kitchener City Hall - PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON Canada, N2G 4G7 Dear Mr. Stevenson: KITCHENER WOODBRIDGE LONDON KINGSTON BARRIE BURLINGTON RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive (SP21/017/B/CD and SP21/016/B/CD), Activa holdings Inc. Request for Creation of Private Street OUR FILE No.: 8784DE & 8784DA On behalf of our client Activa Holdings Inc., please accept this letter as our request for the creation of two additional private streets for the developments planned at 630 and 690 Benninger Drive, in the City of Kitchener. Council approval to name private streets "Urbane Boulevard", "Ardor Avenue", "Reverie Way', "Musing Street", "Moxie Lane", and "Mettle Lane" within the residential development located at 630 and 690 Benninger Drive was received at the March 7th, 2022 Community and Infrastructure Services Committee meeting. Since that time it was noted additional private street names "Urbane Lane" and "Ardor Lane" are required to provide appropriate municipal addressing for all of the multiple residential units. We kindly ask that the City consider "Urbane Lane" and "Ardor Lane" as the preferred private street names for the two additional private streets within the site plans. The following documents are attached to this submission to support our request: 1. Reference Plan identifying the limits of the private streets (shown as Parts 1 through 10), prepared by MTE Ontario Land Surveyors Ltd.; 2. Proposed Private Street Naming Plan; 3. Site Plan SP21/016/B/CD (Approved); 4. Site Plan SP21/017/B/CD (Approval in Principal); 5. A cheque payable to City of Kitchener in the amount of $559.00 representing the 2022 fee for Private Street Naming; and 6. A cheque payable to City of Kitchener in the amount of $1700.00 representing the legal fees for processing the Private Street Naming Request. 200-540 BINGEMANS CENTRE DRIVE/ KITCHENER / ONTARIO/ N2B 3X9/T519 576 3650/ F 519 5760121 / WWW.MHBCPLAN.COM Page 20 of 133 We kindly ask that staff prepare a report, to be presented at the next available Community and Infrastructure Services Committee, to support approval of the creation of the private streets. Please contact the undersigned with a confirmed Community and Infrastructure Services Committee date to approve the request. Ifyou require any additional information please contact the undersigned. Yours truly, MHBC Planning Pierre J. Chauvin, MA, MCIP, RPP Rachel Wolff, BES Partner Planner Attach. cc. N Alex Sumner & Emily McShane - ActivG Holdings Inc. Page 21 of 133 From: Rachel Wolff <rwolff@mhbcplan.com> Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2022 10:54 AM To: Craig Dumart <Craig.Duma rt@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Hi Craig, Yes it has been, please find attached copy of the deposited plan. RACHEL WOLFF I Senior Planner MHBC Planning, Urban Design & Landscape Architecture 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 1 Kitchener I ON I N21B 3X9 I T 519 576 3650 C 226 332 2317 1 F 519 576 0121 1 rwolff(d-)mhbcplan.com Follow us: Webpage I Linkedin I Facebook I Twitter I Vimeo This communication is intended solely for the named addressee(s) and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, protected or otherwise exempt from disclosure. No waiver of confidence, privilege, protection or otherwise is made. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, please advise us immediately and delete this email without reading, copying or forwarding it to anyone. From: Craig Dumart <Craig.Duma rt@kitchener.ca> Sent: June 23, 2022 10:50 AM To: Rachel Wolff <rwolff@mhbcplan.com> Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Has the reference plan been deposited ? Craig From: Rachel Wolff Sent: June 15, 2022 2:08 PM To: Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca>; Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Hi Craig, The intention is for the pink area to be part of and named Moxie Lane. No units are facing this portion of road so I wouldn't think this is a problem for addressing, but let me know? Thanks, Page 22 of 133 RACHEL WOLFF I Planner MH BC Planning, Urban Design & Landscape Architecture 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 1 Kitchener I ON I N2B 3X9 I T 519 576 3650 C 226 332 2317 1 F 519 576 0121 1 rwolff(amhbcplan.com Follow us: Webpaqe I Linkedin I Facebook I Twitter I Vimeo This communication is intended solely for the named addressee(s) and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, protected or otherwise exempt from disclosure. No waiver of confidence, privilege, protection or otherwise is made. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, please advise us immediately and delete this email without reading, copying or forwarding it to anyone. From: Beth Bruno <Beth.Bruno@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 1:17:44 PM To: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Cc: Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Hi Julian, I think there needs to be an additional part created on the Reference Plan re: Ardor Avenue. See attached. Without the additional part created, the 'pink' area that I've marked off would have to be part of Moxie Lane. Kind Regards, Beth Bruno Legal Services Administrator I Legal Services I The Corporation of the City of Kitchener 519-741-2200, Ext. 7713 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 beth.brunoC�kitchener.ca I www.kitchener.ca Confidentiality Notice: This email correspondence (including any attachments) may contain information which is confidential; privileged; and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. It is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s) listed above. Any unauthorized use, distribution or disclosure is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, or have otherwise received this message by mistake, please notify the sender immediately by replying via email, and destroy all copies of this original correspondence (including any attachments). Thank you for your cooperation. From: Craig Dumart <Craig.Duma rt@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 12:14 PM To: 'crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca'<crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Barb Fairbairn <Barb.Fairbairn@kitchener.ca>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; Richard Brooks <Richard.Brooks@kitchener.ca>; Beth Bruno <Beth.Bruno@kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Subject: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Page 23 of 133 Good afternoon everyone, The applicant has submitted an amended application to add two additional private street names. In total 8 private street names are now being requested. The applicant is requesting the following private street names: Reverie Way Mettle Way Ardor Ave Ardor Lane Moxie Lane Urbane Blvd Urbane Lane Musing Steet Please review the revised application and provide comments to Julian Lee Julian. Lee@kitchener.ca no later than June 30, 2022. Thanks, Craig Dumart, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener (519) 741-2200 ext 7073 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 craig.dumartRkitchener.ca 11111111,111�ll F-� 11 Page 24 of 133 From: Amalia Walker <AmWalker@regionofwaterloo.ca> Sent: Monday, July 4, 2022 3:27 PM To:'Rachel Wolff' <rwolff@mhbcplan.com>; Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Hi Rachel, I have reserved the street names below. Let me know if you require anything else. Cheers, Lia Lia (Amalia) Walker GIS Technologist I ITS, Region of Waterloo 150 Frederick St, 5" Floor, Kitchener, ON N2G 4.13 amwalker@regionofwaterloo.ca From: Rachel Wolff <rwolff@mhbcplan.com> Sent: July 4, 2022 2:50 PM To: Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca>; Amalia Walker <AmWalker@regionofwaterloo.ca> Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Good afternoon Craig, Julian and Amalia, Please find attached the proposed street name plan with additional names 'Avid Drive' and 'Serene Way'to replace the previous proposed lane names. Kindly confirm approval to use the additional names and that the names as requested have been reserved. Thank you, RACHEL WOLFF I Senior Planner M H BC Planning, Urban Design & Landscape Architecture 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 1 Kitchener I ON I N21B 3X9 I T 519 576 3650 C 226 332 2317 1 F 519 576 0121 1 rwolff(a)-mhbcplan.com Follow us: Webpage I Linkedin I Facebook I Twitter I Vimeo Page 25 of 133 This communication is intended sotety for the named addressee(s) and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, protected or otherwise exempt from disclosure. No waiver of confidence, privilege, protection or otherwise is made. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, please advise us immediately and delete this email without reading, copying or forwarding it to anyone From: Amalia Walker <AmWalker@regionofwaterloo.ca> Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 2:28 PM To: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee kitchener.ca> Cc: Chris Rumig <Crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Hi Julian, have reserved those street names, with the following exception: Street names can not be reused (i.e. Ardor Ave/Ardor Lane and Urbane Blvd/Urbane Lane). The applicant will have to choose which one(s) they want and suggest new names. If you have any questions, please let me know. Cheers, Lia Lia (Amalia) Walker GIS Technologist I ITS, Region of Waterloo 150 Frederick St, 51h Floor, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3 amwalker@regionofwaterloo.ca From: Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca> Sent: June 15, 2022 12:14 PM To: Chris Rumig <Crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Barb Fairbairn <Barb.Fairbairn@kitchener.ca>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; Richard Brooks <Richard.Brooks@kitchener.ca>; Beth Bruno <Beth. Bruno2 kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee c kitchener.ca> Subject: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Good afternoon everyone, The applicant has submitted an amended application to add two additional private street names. In tota 8 private street names are now being requested. The applicant is requesting the following private street names: Reverie Way Mettle Way Ardor Ave Ardor Lane Moxie Lane Urbane Blvd Urbane Lane Musing Steet Page 26 of 133 Please review the revised application and provide comments to Julian Lee Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca no later than June 30, 2022. Thanks, Craig Dumart, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener (519) 741-2200 ext 7073 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 craig.dumartaQkitchener.ca �Z1"ZfTOT9-1 • o � Page 27 of 133 Julian Lee From: Barb Fairbairn Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2022 10:17 AM To: Craig Dumart Cc: Julian Lee; Richard Brooks; 'crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca'; Dave Seller; Beth Bruno Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request The proposed street names have been accepted for addressing purposes, I do not see any additional issues. Thanks Barb Barbara Fairbairn Addressing Analyst I Building Div I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 e7329 I TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 barb.fairbairn(a)kitchener.ca From: Richard Brooks <Richard.Brooks@kitchener.ca> Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2022 10:11 AM To: Craig Dumart <Craig.Duma rt@kitchener.ca>; 'crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca' <crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Barb Fairbairn <Barb.Fairbairn@kitchener.ca>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; Beth Bruno <Beth.Bruno@kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Fire has no issues with the names requested. Rick Brooks Fire Prevention Officer Kitchener Fire Department 519 7412200 X5516 Richard. brooks@kitchener.ca From: Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 12:14 PM To: 'crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca'<crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Barb Fairbairn <Barb.Fairbairn@kitchener.ca>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; Richard Brooks <Richard.Brooks@kitchener.ca>; Beth Bruno <Beth.Bruno@kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Subject: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Good afternoon everyone, The applicant has submitted an amended application to add two additional private street names. In total 8 private street names are now being requested. Page 28 of 133 The applicant is requesting the following private street names: Reverie Way Mettle Way Ardor Ave Ardor Lane Moxie Lane Urbane Blvd Urbane Lane Musing Steet Please review the revised application and provide comments to Julian Lee Julian. Lee@kitchener.ca no later than June 30, 2022. Thanks, Craig Dumart, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener (519) 741-2200 ext 7073 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 craiq.dumart(o)kitchener.ca MI Page 29 of 133 Julian Lee From: Dave Seller Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 4:27 PM To: Julian Lee Subject: RE: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Transportation Service have no concerns with the proposed private street names. Dave Seller, C.E.T. Traffic Planning Analyst I Transportation Services I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 ext. 7369 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 dave.sellerCa kitchener.ca From: Craig Dumart <Craig.Dumart@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 12:14 PM To: 'crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca'<crumig@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Barb Fairbairn <Barb.Fairbairn@kitchener.ca>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; Richard Brooks <Richard.Brooks@kitchener.ca>; Beth Bruno <Beth.Bruno@kitchener.ca> Cc: Julian Lee <Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca> Subject: 630 and 690 Benninger Drive Private Street Naming Request Good afternoon everyone, The applicant has submitted an amended application to add two additional private street names. In total 8 private street names are now being requested. The applicant is requesting the following private street names: Reverie Way Mettle Way Ardor Ave Ardor Lane Moxie Lane Urbane Blvd Urbane Lane Musing Steet Please review the revised application and provide comments to Julian Lee Julian.Lee@kitchener.ca no later than June 30, 2022. Thanks, Craig Dumart, BES, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener (519) 741-2200 ext 7073 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 craig.dumartCd-)kitchener.ca - ITI A rt6 j �l'i 1 q *i I Page 30 of 133 �p BOK 132 OTTAWA STREET SOUTI{ REVISED STREET NAMES o 10 20 40 60 ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC. SCALE 1:2,000 630-690 BENNINGER DR. DATE: JULY 04, 2022 O1 W SiREEt SOUtH SITE PLAN APPLICATION No. SP2110161BICD & SP2110171BICD BLOCK 131 & 132, PLAN 58M-642 City of Kitchener CAD FILE SP.DWG DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT K:\8784CE-Activa-Trusslert2 131 \Rpt\Street Names.dw Staff Report r NJ :R Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Rosa Bustamante, Director of Planning, 519-741-2200 ext. 7319 PREPARED BY: Natalie Goss, Manager Policy and Research, 519-741-2200 ext. 7648 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 7 DATE OF REPORT: July 20, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-360 SUBJECT: 1388 Highland Road West — Lifting of Holding Provisions DSD 2022- 360 RECOMMENDATION: That Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA22/014/H/NG (1388 Highland Road West) by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo requesting to amend Zoning By-law 85-1 to remove Holding Provision 7HSR be approved in the form shown in the Proposed By-law and Map No. 1 attached to Report DSD -2022-360 as Attachment A; and, That Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA22/014/H/NG (1388 Highland Road West) by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo requesting to amend Zoning By-law 2019-051 to remove Holding Provision 27H be approved in the form shown in the Proposed By- law, and Map No. 1 attached to Report DSD -2022-360 as Attachment B; and, That the Proposed By-law to amend Zoning By-law 2019-051, as amended shall have no force and effect against the subject lands until the date that all appeals relating to By-law 2022-040 (Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) Stage 2b — Applying New Residential Zones on Properties) in relation to the subject lands have been withdrawn or decided and any applicable appeal periods have expired; and further, That in accordance with Planning Act Section 45 (1.3 and 1.4) that applications for minor variances shall be permitted for lands subject to Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA22/014/H/NG. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: The purpose of this report is to seek Council's approval of zoning by-law amendments to remove holding provisions 7HSR and 27H from 1388 Highland Road West. The applicant has satisfied the conditions outlined within the holding provisions as confirmed by the City's Director of Engineering. There are no financial implications associated with these zoning by-law amendments. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 32 of 133 • Community engagement included notification of the intent to pass a by-law to remove the holding provisions that was advertised in The Record on July 15, 2022. • This report supports the delivery of core services. BACKGROUND: An application by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo (property owner) to lift holding provisions 7HSR and 27H from 1388 Highland Road West has been made to facilitate the future development of the property. This report seeks Council's approval of zoning by-law amendments to remove the holding provisions from the property. REPORT: In 1994, 1388 Highland Road Westwas zoned "R-9, 7HSR" to permit high density residential development subject to full municipal services and road improvements. Through the City's Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy), the property was zoned RES -7 with site specific provision 339 and two holding provisions, 27H and 35H respectively. The RES -7 zoning and 27H represent the same zoning as was put in place on the property in 1994. The additional holding provision (35H) and site-specific provision (339) were added to the property through the CRoZBy 2b stage in March of this year to, among other things, remove the regulation regarding setbacks to adjacent low-rise residential uses and instead require the submission of an urban design brief to be submitted demonstrating an appropriate transition in built -form to adjacent low-rise residentially zoned properties. City Planning staff are in receipt of correspondence dated June 20, 2022 (Attachment D) indicating that the City of Kitchener's Director of Engineering is satisfied that the applicant has met the requirements of 7HSR/27H and have no objection to the lifting of these holding provisions as it applies to 1388 Highland Road West. Holding provision 35H will remain on the property until such time as an urban design brief has been submitted to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning. Based on the above, Planning staff is of the opinion that the requested zoning by-law amendment to remove holding provisions 7HSR and 27H from 1388 Highland Road West are appropriate at this time since the requirements to release the holding provisions have been met. Planning Staff recommends removing holding provision 7HSR and holding provision 27H from 1388 Highland Road West as shown on Map No. 1 contained within Attachments A and B. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — This report has been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the council / committee meeting. Notice of the intention to pass a By-law to remove the holding provision was placed in the Record on July 15, 2022 (Attachment C). Under the Page 33 of 133 Planning Act no statutory public meeting is required for zoning by-law amendments to remove holding provisions and no neighbourhood circulation is required. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • Holding provision 7HSR was approved through Zoning By-law 94-183 and was carried forward as holding provision 7H through the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review (CRoZBy) process into Zoning By-law 2019-051 through Council's approval in March 2022. • Planning Act, 1990 • Zoning By-law 85-1 • Zoning By-law 2019-051 REVIEWED BY: Garett Stevenson, Manager, Development Review APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager Development Services ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Proposed Zoning By-law to amend By-law 85-1 and Map No. 1 Attachment B — Proposed Zoning By-law to amend By-law 2019-051 and Map No. 1 Attachment C — Newspaper Notice Attachment D — City of Kitchener Director of Engineering Approval Letter Attachment E — Holding Provisions 7HSR and 27H Page 34 of 133 DSD -2022-360 Attachment `A' PROPOSED BY — LAW July 20, 2022 BY-LAW NUMBER OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER (Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener — Regional Municipality of Waterloo — 1388 Highland Road West) WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend By-law 85-1 for the lands specified above; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener enacts as follows: 1. Schedule Number 11 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 85-1 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 1 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Residential Nine Zone (R-9) with Holding Provision 7HSR to Residential Nine Zone (R-9). PASSED at the Council Chambers in the City of Kitchener this day of 12022. Mayor Clerk Page 35 of 133 DSD -2022-360 Attachment `B' PROPOSED BY — LAW , 2022 BY-LAW NUMBER OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER (Being a by-law to amend By-law 2019-051, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener — Regional Municipality of Waterloo — 1388 Highland Road West) WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend By-law 2019-051 for the lands specified above; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener enacts as follows: 1. Schedule Number 11 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 85-1 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 1 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from High Rise Residential Seven Zone (RES -7) with Site Specific Provision (339) and Holding Provisions (35H) and (27H) in Zoning By- law 2019-051 to High Rise Residential Seven Zone (RES -7) with Site Specific Provision (339) and Holding Provision (35H). 2. This amending By-law shall come into force on the day that By-law 2022-040 (Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) Stage 2b — Applying New Residential Zones on Properties) as it applies to the subject lands comes into effect. PASSED at the Council Chambers in the City of Kitchener this day of 12022. Mayor Clerk Page 36 of 133 0 R-6 406R R-9 R-9 MAP NO. 1 1388 HIGHLAND RD W >i FLOODING HAZARD i W 2 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION AREAS iU � 0 50 100 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT ZBA22/014/H/NG METRES OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT N/A SCALE 1:4,000 City of Kitchener N '4'H ZBA22014HG_MAP1 DATE: JULY 13, 2022 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT, PLANNING mxd �1�Pm COM- G N H C-7 (72) R-3 RESIDENTIAL THREE ZONE N OSR-2 SUBJECTAREA(S) R-4 RESIDENTIAL FOUR ZONE i i ri R-6 RESIDENTIAL SIX ZONE R 4 20 AMENDMENT TO BY-LAW 85-1 R-9 RESIDENTIAL NINE ZONE AREA 1 - «� �� FROM RESIDENTIAL NINE ZONE (R-9) i WITH HOLDING PROVISION 7HSR COM -1 LOCAL COMMERCIAL ZONE FL i IN ZONING BY-LAW 85-1 NHC-1 NATURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION -7 95U\ TO RESIDENTIAL NINE ZONE (R-9) >i FLOODING HAZARD i W 2 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION AREAS iU � 0 50 100 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT ZBA22/014/H/NG METRES OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT N/A SCALE 1:4,000 City of Kitchener N '4'H ZBA22014HG_MAP1 DATE: JULY 13, 2022 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT, PLANNING mxd �1�Pm COM- BY-LAW 85-1 1-1 NEIGHBOURHOOD INSTITUTIONAL ZONE R-3 RESIDENTIAL THREE ZONE R R-4 RESIDENTIAL FOUR ZONE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SIX ZONE R-9 7 SR i i R-9 RESIDENTIAL NINE ZONE AREA 1 �� BY-LAW 2019-051 Pio COM -1 LOCAL COMMERCIAL ZONE NHC-1 NATURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION S� ZONE OSR-2 OPEN SPACE: GREENWAYS ZONE OSR-3 OPEN SPACE: STORMWATER U MANAGMENTZONE C1 R-4 02 ZONE GRID REFERENCE SCHEDULE NO. 11 OF APPENDIX'A' KITCHENER ZONING BY-LAW 85-1 AND 2019-051 ZONE LIMITS -- -- nm -- - --- HDU E 0___ >i FLOODING HAZARD i W 2 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION AREAS iU � 0 50 100 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT ZBA22/014/H/NG METRES OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT N/A SCALE 1:4,000 City of Kitchener N '4'H ZBA22014HG_MAP1 DATE: JULY 13, 2022 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT, PLANNING mxd RES -5 (237) Q,�� (72) SUBJECT AREAS)72) 1= vIN SR -2 IM AMENDMENT TO BY-LAW 2019-051 AREA 1 - �j FROM HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL SEVEN ZONE (RES-7) WITH SITE SPECIFIC PROVISION (339) OSR- AND HOLDING PROVISIONS (35H)AND (27H) IN ZONING BY-LAW 2019-051 COM- TO HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL SEVEN ZONE O P.� WITH SITE SPECIFIC PROVISION (339) AND HOLDING PROVISION (35H) BY-LAW 2019-051 S-7 RES COM -1 LOCAL COMMERCIAL ZONE (7 6), NHC-1 NATURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION R S-2 ZONE (27 OSR-2 OPEN SPACE: GREENWAYS ZONE AREA 1 Pio ��N OSR-3 OPEN SPACE: STORMWATER MANAGMENTZONE RES -7 > '� � S� (RES-2)LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL TWO ZONE (RES -3) LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL THREE ZONE U� (RES -4) LOW RISE RESIDENTIALFOUR ZONE R (RES -5) LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL FIVE ZONE (RES -7) HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL SEVEN ZONE I ZONE GRID REFERENCE SCHEDULE NO. 11 OFAPPENDIX'A' _C _p L_ _ _ _ _ _ C, _ _ _ _ a _ _ C _D -2 _ _ KITCHENER ZONING BY-LAW85-1 AND 2019-051 E 10 �N CH ZONE LIMITS N 2 >i FLOODING HAZARD ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION MAP NO. 1 � 0 50 100 ZONING BY-LAWAMENDMENTZBA22/014/H/NG REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF METRES OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT N/A WATERLOO SCALE 1:4,000 City of Kitchener FSE: ZBA2207 �HNG_MAP1 1388 HIGHLAND RD W DATE: JULY 13, 2022 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT, PLANNING d NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING for removal of a holding provision 1388 Highland Road Test Location Map y A13hk 111mIM 79F Lifting of Holding Provisions 7HSR Et 27H DSD -2022-360 Attachment `C' Krr�.>:-_:NL R Community & Infrastructure Services Committee Date: August 8, 2022 Location: Council Chambers, Kitchener City Hall 200 King Street West orVirtual Zoom Meeting To view the staff report, agenda and find meeting details, visit: kitchener.ca/meeti ngs To learn more about this project, visit: www.kitchener.ca/ P la n n i ngAp pl ication s or contact: Natalie Goss, Manager of Policy Et Research S19.741.2200 x 7648 natahe,goss Aitchener.ce The City of Kitchener has received an application lift holding provision 7HSR in Zoning By law 85 1 and to lift holding prevision (27H) in Zoning By-law 2019 051. Roads and services have been installed and are in place and the holding provision is no longer required. Page 39 of 133 Internal memo Do velopment Services Department Date: June 20, 2022 To: Rosa Bustarnante Director Planning Services From: Hans Gross; P.Eng. cc: Niall Melanson, Kitchener Engineering Natalie Gass, Kitchener Planning Ryan Mounsey, Region of Waterloo Subject: 1385 Highland Rd_ Zoning RES -7 (399) 35H 27H DSD -2022-360 Attachment `D' I.+VwYVl kitcheneFce Please consider this to be a clearance letter confirming that adequate City services andlor roadworks are available such that the holding provision may be removed by by-law. Hans Grass, P.Eng_ City Engineering ! Director Cif Engineering _ICT la `=:`3eneraf• &00-092 Site Plan Filesb9®te PlansSl388 Highland Rd W2022 -Q9-20 - Clearance letter.dom Page 40 of 133 DSD -2022-360 Attachment `E' Zoning By-law 85-1 — Holding Provision 7HSR R-9 [K (F)(R)] Notwithstanding Section 43.1 of this By-law, within the lands zoned R-9 on Schedule 11 of Appendix "A", and described as Part Lot 35, German Company Tract, the holding provisions represented by the letter symbols K (F)(R), as established in Section 3.5.7, shall apply to all uses except those existing on October 11, 1994. (By-law 94-183, S.45) Zoning By-law 2019-051 — Holding Provision 27H (27H) — Within the lands zoned RES -7 and shown as affected by this provision on Zoning Grid Schedule 11 of Appendix A, no development on the lands shall occur until such time as the City's Director of Planning is in receipt of a clearance letter is required from the City of Kitchener's Director of Engineering advising the City's Director of Planning that adequate City services and/or roadworks are "available" or that "acceptable arrangements" have been made therefor, and this holding provision has been removed by by-law. Page 41 of 133 Staff Report r NJ :R Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Rosa Bustamante, Director of Planning 519-741-2200 ext. 7319 PREPARED BY: Brian Bateman, Senior Planner 519-741-2200 ext. 7869 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 9 DATE OF REPORT: July 18, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-363 SUBJECT: 607-641 King Street West, Station Park Phase II Lifting of Holding Provision 82H Centre Ice LP RECOMMENDATION: That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA22/013/K/BB for Centre Ice LP for the purpose of removing Holding Provision 82H from the lands specified in the attached Map No.1, in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law" attached to the Report DSD -2022-363 as Appendix A, be approved, and further, That in accordance with Planning Act Section 45 (1.3 and 1.4) that applications for minor variances shall be permitted for lands subject to Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA22/013/K/BB. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to seek Council's approval of a zoning by-law amendment to remove Holding Provision 82H from the lands municipally addressed as 607-641 King Street West. • The applicant has satisfied the conditions outlined within the holding provision as confirmed by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. • There are no financial implications associated with this zoning by-law amendment • Community engagement included notification of the intent to pass a by-law to remove the Holding Provision that was advertised in The Record on July 15, 2022. • This report supports the delivery of core services. BACKGROUND: An application by Centre Ice LP to lift Holding Provision 82H has been made to facilitate the future development of Phase II of the Station Park development. This report seeks Council's approval of a Zoning By-law Amendment to remove the holding provision from the property. REPORT: 607-641 King Street West was subject to an Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) Settlement Hearing in early 2021 that established land use permissions to allow the re -development of the lands to a multi - phased, multi -tower condominium development. As part of those land use approvals, the Region of Waterloo had requested that a holding provision (82H) be applied to address railway and stationary *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 42 of 133 noise issues through the preparation and approval of a detailed Noise Study. In July 2021, a site plan application (SP21/082/K/BB) was submitted for Phase II. Approval in Principle of the site plan was granted in December 2021, conditional upon the lifting of Holding Provision 82H. In June 2022, a Zoning By-law Amendment application was filed requesting to lift the Holding Provision. The City is in receipt of correspondence dated June 17, 2022 (Attachment C) indicating that the Regional Municipality of Waterloo is satisfied that the applicant has met the requirements of 82H related to railway and stationary noise and has no objection to the lifting of the holding provision as it applies to 607-641 King Street West, Phase II of Station Park. Based on the above, Planning staff is of the opinion that the requested zoning by-law amendment to remove holding provision 82H is appropriate at this time since the requirements to release the holding provision have been met. Planning Staff recommends removing Holding Provision 82H as shown on Map No. 1 contained within Attachment `A'. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — This report has been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the council / committee meeting. Notice of the intention to pass a By-law to remove the Holding Provision was placed in the Record on July 15, 2022 (Attachment B). Under the Planning Act a statutory public meeting is not required for zoning by-law amendments to remove holding provisions and a neighbourhood circulation is not required. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • OLT Decision, June 16, 2021, Case No. PL180420 • Planning Act • Zoning By-law 85-1 REVIEWED BY: Stevenson, Garett — Manager of Development Review, Planning Division APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager Development Services ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Proposed Zoning By-law and Map No. 1 Attachment B — Newspaper Notice Attachment C — Regional Municipality of Waterloo Approval Letter Page 43 of 133 BY-LAW NUMBER OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER (Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - Centre Ice LP and Centre Ice Developments GP Corp. - 607-641 King Street West) WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend Zoning By-law 85-1 for the lands specified above; NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the City of Kitchener enacts as follows: 1. Schedule Number 74 of Appendix "A" to By-law 85-1 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 1 on Map No. 1 attached hereto, from High Intensity Mixed Use Corridor Zone (MU -3) with Special Use Provision 482U, Special Regulation Provision 722R and Holding Provision 82H to High Intensity Mixed Use Corridor Zone (MU -3) with Special Use Provision 482U and Special Regulation Provision 722R. PASSED at the Council Chambers in the City of Kitchener this day of , 2022. Mayor Clerk Page 44 of 133 -5 1-1 1-1 R-5 5 5 i 5 SUBJECT AREA(S) \ —129U R �1 N UJ -y � MU-2 O <p AMENDMENT TO BY-LAW 85-1 O AREA 1- MU-3 M -2 R FROM HIGH INTENSITY MIXED USE CORRIDOR 401 ZONE (MU-3) R E L_ WITH SPECIAL REGULATION PROVISION 722R 1WU2 _LE _ _ HE 4R _ _ _ D AND SPECIAL USE PROVISION 482U 5 12 U AND HOLDING PROVISION 82H MU-2 y O TO HIGH INTENSITY MIXED USE CORRIDOR SOOR � U-2 3 Am 9U 1 ZONE (MU-3) ao�u 401 U-2 7170 WITH SPECIAL REGULATION PROVISION 722R 0,10 5 4680 AND SPECIAL USE PROVISION 482U 1-2 3H U-2 Mu 2 1 MU-3 716R 718R, 465u R 5 5 -2 2 MW-3 716R, R5 29U MU 3 - b9-2 71i7R, 465 R � 5 M ' U-3 401U 722R 23 U BY-LAW 85-1 5R 5 1 9U Gj 482U CR-2 COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL TWO 12 U / D-6 WAREHOUSE DISTRICT ZONE ` R, -1 NEIGHBOURHOOD INSTITUTIONAL 42 I-2 COMMUNITY INSTITUTIONAL ZONE MIJ-38 482 2R 82U,82H 427 , 68H M-1 INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE M-2 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ZONE MU-2 MEDIUM INTENSITY MIXED USE CORRIDOR 2 AREA 1 ZONE au MU-3 HIGH INTENSITY MIXED USE CORRIDOR ZONE R-5 RESIDENTIAL FIVE ZONE � 45 R-6 RESIDENTIAL SIX ZONE D 8 U, 42H 626R M-2 �00 WW D5 W� ZONE GRID REFERENCE U�U SCHEDULE NO. 74 y�y OF APPENDIX'A' D5 KITCHENER ZONING BY-LAW 85-1 AND 2019-051 D5 10H, D5 43H 105R, 116U OZONE LIMITS MAP NO. 1 � ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT ZBA22/013/K/BB 0 50 METRES 100 CENTRE ICE LP; CENTRE ICE OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT n/a DEVELOPMENTS GP CORP. SCALE 1:4,000 Citi/ of Kitchener DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT, PLANNING FILE. zenzzo mXee_MnP 607-641 KING ST W DATE: JULY 17, 2022 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING for removal of a holding provision 607-641 King Street West Location Map Lifting of Holding Provision 82H Community & Infrastructure Services Committee Date: August 8, 2022 Location: Council Chambers, Kitchener City Hall 200 King Street West rVirtual Zoom Meeting To view the staff report, agenda and find meeting details, visit: kitchenenca/meetings To learn more about this project, visit: www.kitchenenca/ Pla n n i ngAppl ications or contact: Brian Bateman, Senior Planner 519.741.2200 x 7869 brian.bateman@ kitchener.ca The City of Kitchener has received an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment to lift Holding Provision 82H in Zoning By-law 85-1 affecting the subject lands. The requirements for the removal of 82H have been fulfilled with the approval of the required Environmental and Stationary Noise Study, detailing noise assessment for road, rail and rail vibration, stationary noise and land use compatibility. Page 46 of 133 Staff Report ,' TC:IIL1VER Community Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Gloria MacNeil, Director of Enforcement, 519-741-2952 ext. 7952 PREPARED BY: Ian Misheal, Manager Of Enforcement, 519-741-2200 ext. 7745 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 10 DATE OF REPORT: July 15, 2022 REPORT NO.: CSD -2022-361 SUBJECT: NOISE EXEMPTION — YETI MUSIC EVENT — 14 EBY ST N RECOMMENDATION: That an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code be granted to The Yeti Coffee Shop for a live concert event being held at 14 Eby St N. on August 13, 2022. BACKGROUND: Yeti Coffee Shop is requesting an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City's Municipal Code for a live concert event featuring two bands that is being held at 14 Eby St. N. running from 7:30pm to 10:30pm on Aug 13, 2022. REPORT: Staff have not had any concerns related to noise at The Yeti Coffee Shop. With the reopening of in- person events, staff are seeing acceptance and excitement from City residents in relation to these types of events, given their vast popularity and broad community benefits. The level of cooperation that staff has received from event organizers leading up to the planning of this event has been positive. ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN: The recommendation of this report supports the achievement of the City's strategic vision through the delivery of core service. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Live music events are widely advertised throughout the entire community. ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Michael May, General Manager Community Services Department & DCAO *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 47 of 133 Staff Report ,' TC:IIL1VER Community Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Gloria MacNeil, Director of By-law Enforcement, 519-741-2200, ext. 7952 PREPARED BY: Steve Vrentzos, Manager of Enforcement, 519-741-2200 ext. 7574 WARD(S) INVOLVED: All DATE OF REPORT: July 19, 2022 REPORT NO.: CSD -2022-364 SUBJECT: NOISE EXEMPTION — K -W OKTOBERFEST INC — VARIOUS LOCATIONS — SEPTEMBER 23 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2022 RECOMMENDATION: That an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code be granted to K -W Oktoberfest Inc. for a series of events being held at various clubs between September 23 through October 15, 2022, as outlined in the letter from K -W Oktoberfest Inc., dated June 16, 2022, attached to Report CSD -2022-364. BACKGROUND: K -W Oktoberfest Inc. is requesting an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City's Municipal Code for a series of events that are being held at 4 Festhallen's, during the 2022 Oktoberfest festivities, running from September 23 through October 15, 2022. A copy of their request is attached. REPORT: Staff within the By-law Enforcement Division report that the number of noise complaints relating to these events over the past several years has been minimal. Typically, there appears to be a large degree of acceptance by City residents to these events, given their vast popularity and broad community benefits. The level of cooperation that staff has received from event organizers has been positive. ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN: The recommendation of this report supports the achievement of the City's strategic vision through the delivery of core service. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Oktoberfest events are widely advertised throughout the entire community. APPROVED BY: Michael May, General Manager Community Services Department & DCAO ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Request Letter from K -W Oktoberfest INC. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 48 of 133 10 King St. West, ON N2G 1A3 Tel (519) 570-4267 info@oktoberfest.ca www.oktoberfest.ca KITCHENER • WATERLOO Off,AmfzTa City of Kitchener June 16, 2022 PO Box 1118, 200 King Street West Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 ATTENTION: Gloria MacNeil, Director of Enforcement SUBJECT: Blanket Noise By -Law Exemption As per our request of the 2019 Festival, we are herewith requesting a blanket exemption from the Municipal By Law governing noise for the duration of K -W Oktoberfest which officially runs from September 23 to October 15, 2022. K -W Oktoberfest has been designated an event of "municipal significance" and as such would respectfully request a little latitude in the enforcement of municipal law on certain days involving a limited number of festival facilities. Specific dates of operation for each Festhallen will be confirmed towards the end of July. For now we are suggesting using the entire range of dates for the By Law, however, this is our best guess at what the schedule may look like for this upcoming Festival: Alpine Club, 464 Maple Avenue Bingemans,425 Bingemans Centre Drive Concordia Club, 429 Ottawa St. Schwaben Club, 50 Scheifele Place September 23 through October 15 September 23 through October 15 September 23 through October 15 Tent & Indoor September 23 through October 15 We trust that this request will meet with the approval of the Council of the City of Kitchener and that we will be advised of this consideration accordingly. Respectfully, K -W OKTOBERFEST INC. Alfred Lowrick Executive Director Page 49 of 133 Staff Report r NJ :R Community Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Ian Misheal, Manager Of Enforcement, 519-741-2200 ext. 7745 PREPARED BY: Ian Misheal, Manager Of Enforcement, 519-741-2200 ext. 7745 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 6 DATE OF REPORT: July 22, 2022 REPORT NO.: CSD -2022-388 SUBJECT: NOISE EXEMPTION - HOLY TRINITY SERBIAN CHURCH — 700 FISCHER HALLMAN ROAD — Sept 4, 2022 RECOMMENDATION: That an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code be granted to the Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church at 700 Fischer Hallman Road, for their annual Bull Roast and BBQ to be held on Sept 4, 2022, between the hours of 11AM and 10 PM. BACKGROUND: In 2018, the Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church at 700 Fischer Hallman Road combined their annual Bull Roast and BBQ into one event, they are planning to do the same this year and it will take place on Sept 4. As in past years, they are requesting a noise exemption. REPORT: The Serbian Food Festival and Bull Roast are annual festivals that have taken place for the last several years. The event included traditional Serbian music, dance and food. Both festivals are being combined into one weekend again this year and the event will be held outdoors in Sept. Staff report that no complaints were received during the Serbian Food Festival/Bull Roast last few years. Over the last few years, there have been minimal complaints however in the event of a complaint, organizers have worked with staff to address any concerns raised. Church representatives have worked to address concerns around noise that were raised by residents in the past. For the past six years, the representatives have been distributing a communications piece in the adjacent residential neighbourhood, to advise of the event and will do so again this year. It is their desire to engage the neighbourhood to participate in the festivals. Attached is a copy of the information they intend to distribute throughout the neighbourhood this year. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 50 of 133 STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: The recommendation of this report supports the achievement of the City's strategic vision through the delivery of core service. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: The event organizers will be communicating the event to the community in advance of the event. ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Michael May, General Manager Community Services Department & DCAO Page 51 of 133 Staff Report Community Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: IAN MISHEAL, MANAGER OF ENFORCEMENT, 519-741-2200 EXT. 7745 PREPARED BY: IAN MISHEAL, MANAGER OF ENFORCEMENT, 519-741-2200 EXT. 7745 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 9 DATE OF REPORT: July 28, 2022 REPORT NO.: CSD -2022-389 SUBJECT: NOISE EXEMPTION — KWFAMOUS- ART AND MUSIC FESTIVAL - 20 HURST AVE SEPT 3, 2022 RECOMMENDATION: That an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code be granted to the KWFamous for an Art and Music Festival being held at 20 Hurst on Sept 3, 2022, between the hours of 6PM and 10:30 PM. BACKGROUND: KWFamous is requesting an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City's Municipal Code for an Art and Music Festival that is being held at 20 Hurst Avenue running from 6 pm to 10:30pm on September 3, 2022. REPORT: This event will be happening on Labour Day weekend of which not any events are happening within the city of Kitchener. Working with the City's events staff and the Ontario regional tourism board, KWFamous has identified this festival as an opportunity to keep people (and money!) in KW during this last long weekend of summer and create interesting, immersive experiences that support both the small business community and the arts community. This event will bring pride and joy to the City of Kitchener. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: The recommendation of this report supports the achievement of the City's strategic vision through the delivery of core. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: The event organizers will be communicating the event to the community in advance of the event. It is estimated to have around 1000 people in attendance. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 52 of 133 ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Michael May, General Manager Community Services Department & DCAO Page 53 of 133 Staff Report r NJ :R Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: August 8, 2022 SUBMITTED BY: Hans Gross, Director Engineering, 519-741-2200 ext. 7410 PREPARED BY: Trevor Jacobs, Project Manager, 519-741-2200 ext. 7136 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 1 & 2 DATE OF REPORT: July 14, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-358 SUBJECT: CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (EA) FOR EXISTING OTTERBEIN SANITARY SEWER PUMPING STATION RECOMMENDATION: That the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Environmental Study Report (ESR) prepared by AECOM Canada Ltd., dated July 2022, which recommends Option 2 as the preferred solution, be received; and further, That Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Environmental Study Report (ESR) be filed with the Ministry of the Environment for the mandatory thirty (30) days review period as required by the Environmental Assessment (EA) Act. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to outline various options that were explored for the proposed sanitary pumping station upgrades, and identify the technically preferred alternative and conceptual design which addresses sanitary servicing needs in the Grand River North community (See Figure 1). • The key finding of this report is the recommendation of Option 2 (See Figure 3) as the preferred sanitary pumping station upgrade. • The financial implications are that the project is funded through development charges, as follows: Environmental Assessment process in 2022; Design in 2023-2024; Construction in 2025. • Community engagement included a Notice of Study Commencement at the beginning of the project, and a virtual public information centre available for viewing/commenting online between May 19th through to June 3rd, 2022. The project was presented to the Kitchener Environmental Committee on April 21, 2022. • This report supports the delivery of core services. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City of Kitchener (City) has undertaken a Schedule B Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study to identify and define a suitable sanitary solution to support future planned *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 54 of 133 development in the Grand River North community. The EA process generated and evaluated various alternatives and considered each reasonable and feasible option against social, environmental, technical, and financial criteria. Based on this provincially defined evaluation process a final "Preferred Solution" was confirmed, as shown in Figure 3. The Preliminary Design will be completed in 2022 subject to City Council approval of the ESR and the subsequent public review period. BACKGROUND: The Otterbein (formerly known as Forwell) Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station, as shown in Figure 1 and located in the Grand River North area, was identified as an infrastructure upgrade project required for growth (e.g., increased pumping capacity) as part of the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. The Kitchener Growth Management Plan is prepared every two years and acts as an implementation tool to effectively manage the City's growth for a better Kitchener. The timing of growth areas is balanced by considerations such as legislative objectives, land inventories, balanced growth, resource levels and agency input, capital budget/ forecasting and other municipal strategic priorities, and the timing of sanitary sewage infrastructure improvements. While the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is considered to be in good condition overall, the Condition Assessments completed in 2012 and 2021 highlighted several upgrade requirements to maintain the pumping station in an acceptable condition. This current Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study has been completed to identify and evaluate various upgrade and expansion options to confirm a preferred solution for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station and associated infrastructure that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the area while considering environmental effects. The Study Area is in the northeast part of the City of Kitchener and generally follows the Otterbein Catchment Area boundary. The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property is located at the corner of Otterbein Road and Brandy Crescent. Refer to Figure 1 for an overview of the Study Area. The existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is adjacent to the Kolb Greenway and the Grand River. It receives flows from the north and from Breslau to the east (on the other side of the Grand River). The City is responsible for operating and maintaining the sanitary sewer networks and pumping stations within its boundaries while the Region of Waterloo is responsible for operating and maintaining the wastewater treatment plants within the City of Kitchener's boundaries. In accordance with the 2022 Development Charge Background Studies, the 2019 Land Use Master Plan and the 2019-2021 Kitchener Growth Management Plan the City has identified the need to design and construct an expansion to the existing pumping station with related upgrades to provide sanitary servicing for the catchment area (See Figure 1). REPORT: In support of the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station, AECOM Canada Ltd. completed the ESR. Page 55 of 133 Problem Statement The intent of this study is to review upgrade and expansion requirements for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and associated infrastructure to address age and expected lifespan as well as to meet current standards. The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is also currently operating without overflow event measures. The objective is to determine a preferred solution for the Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the area while considering environmental effects. Study Area The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is located at 500 Otterbein Road at Brandy Crescent in the City of Kitchener. The site is adjacent to the Kolb Greenway and the Grand River. The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station was built in 1987 as the `Forwell' Station and services a catchment area of approximately 168 ha as shown in The Study Area as illustrated in Figure 1. r• r ■; • 'r �'• Future Build -Out • • r �* ; * V• Area • +r + • i :Otterbein Pump 5tatior ill ; r ■ Existing Catchment Area ■■■■• • •' • ►' OtterbeinsSatnitary Sewer � Pumping; Station (SSPS) fA 4W • • Figure 1 — Study Area Municipal Class EA Process This project was undertaken to satisfy the Provincial EA Act following the "Municipal Class Environmental Assessment" process for a Schedule B project as amended by the Municipal Class EA 2015. This project conforms to the Class EA provincial planning process and is Page 56 of 133 described under Section 3 of the Class EA Document as a new pumping station to accommodate future growth and development. The Class EA process was undertaken in a series of phases commencing with problem identification and culminating in the filing of this ESR. The Class EA consists of the five Phases of Planning and Design Process. Kitchener staff have completed Phases 1 to 3 and are currently working towards completion of Phase 4. The Municipal Class EA process involves: Phase 1: Identify the Problem Phase 2: Alternative Solutions Phase 3: Alternative Design Concepts for the Preferred Solution Phase 4: Environmental Study Report (ESR) Phase 5: Implementation The purpose of this Class EA is to summarize all information collected and alternatives developed and evaluated, in a manner consistent with the Class Environmental Assessment process for Schedule "B" projects. The primary objective is to identify the "Preferred Solution" for for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station and associated infrastructure based on the evaluation criteria. If the project is approved and Part II Order requests (appeals) are resolved (if any are received) it will then proceed to preliminary design, final design, and construction. Analysis and Evaluation Options were developed to address the problem statement illustrated in Figure 2. A total of four (4) Alternatives were considered for the pumping station as follows: • Option 1 - Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station without Emergency Storage Tank - onsite; • Option 2 - Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and adjacent site; • Option 3 - Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and private property; • Option 4 - Extend sewers to new Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with Emergency Storage Tank — private property. Page 57 of 133 3 ,4 ti 1 w Figure 2 — Options Evaluated Figure 2 shows locations of the options, varying from City owned land, City and privately owned land, to private land only. As part of the evaluation of options and based on input from the public, stakeholders and Indigenous Communities-, the project team had the opportunity to evaluate based on the following criteria: Technical Environment, Natural Environment, Social -Economic Environment, Climate Change, Cultural Heritage Environment, and Cost. The options were scored against the criteria and then the scores were totaled to determine the "preferred solution". Based on the comparative evaluation of the above options, Option 2, as shown in Figure 3, was identified and confirmed as the preliminary preferred solution based on the following key rationale: Page 58 of 133 • Requires minimal tree and vegetation removal and has a smaller carbon footprint due to less construction materials • Can meet the City's standards for emergency overflow requirements • An Emergency Storage Tank mitigates spill and basement flooding • The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station site and adjacent property are disturbed from an archaeological perspective (no further archaeological work anticipated) • Lower overall construction cost without the need to purchase additional property • Compliant with Source Water Protection requirements which permit upgrades to existing facilities but not new facilities within vulnerable wellhead protection areas. The recommended preliminary preferred solution includes the required upgrades to the existing station to address deficiencies identified in the condition assessment, as well as to accommodate expanded capacity for future flow-, furthermore, it provides additional security with emergency storage and an overflow which protects the community from sewer backups and the Kolb Creek area from spills in the extreme event of station failure. J 7/ l Figure 3 — Option 2 Preferred Solution Page 59 of 133 Recommended Plan Based on the results of the Class EA Study, the following upgrades and steps are recommended for the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station: • Pumps and piping; standby power replacement • Electrical, instrumentation and SCADA upgrades • Structural and building repairs; aesthetic improvements • Addition of emergency storage on adjacent site (exact location to be determined during preliminary design • Connect emergency overflow to existing stormwater infrastructure • A preliminary design of the preferred solution be completed, taking into account the foregoing recommendations; and • The City of Kitchener solicit a consulting engineering firm to develop the detailed design of the preferred solution. As such, staff recommend that the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station ESR prepared by AECOM Canada Ltd., dated July 2022, which recommends Option 2 as the preferred solution, be received. Further, staff recommend that the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station ESR be filed with the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP) for the mandatory thirty (30) day review period, as required by the Environmental Assessment (EA) Act. This will provide the opportunity for the public and agencies to review the document and provide comments to the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP) and City, if any. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Funds are currently available from Development Charges. Operating Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — This report has been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the council / committee meeting. CONSULT — The public consultation approach used several techniques to proactively involve the public. In addition, the study was carried out in consultation with staff from the City of Kitchener, the Region of Waterloo, the Grand River Conservation Authority, and other stakeholders. Formal Project Team meetings were held throughout the duration of the study to assess pertinent data, to develop alternative concepts, to solicit public/agency input, and to prepare for the Public Information Centre. Page 60 of 133 Community engagement included a virtual public information centre available for viewing/commenting online between May 19th through to June 3rd, 2022. In addition the project was presented to the Kitchener Environmental Committee on April 21, 2022. Based on community input, further consideration was taken to determine the preferred alternative. These meetings were an integral component of the study — seeking input and comments from the local community/stakeholders. Indigenous Peoples Engagement was undertaken with First Nations communities as part of the study. This included sharing an archaeological study and a field review for the Stage 1 archeological assessment with The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, Six Nations of the Grand River, and Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council/ Haudenosaunee Development Institute. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: There are no previous reports/authorities related to this matter. APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, DSD ATTACHMENTS: Figure 1 —Study Area Figure 2 — Options Evaluated Figure 3 — Option 2 Preferred Solution Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Environmental Study Report Page 61 of 133 .4=COM Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment DRAFT Project File Report City of Kitchener 60551686 July 2022 Delivering a better world City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Statement of Qualifications and Limitations The attached Report (the "Report") has been prepared by AECOM Canada Ltd. ("AECOM") for the benefit of the Client ("Client") in accordance with the agreement between AECOM and Client, including the scope of work detailed therein (the "Agreement"). 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This Statement of Qualifications and Limitations is attached to and forms part of the Report and any use of the Report is subject to the terms hereof. AECOM: 2015-04-13 © 2009-2015 AECOM Canada Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Page 63 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Authors Samantha Zandvliet, MPI Environmental Planner Samantha. ZandOet(@ aecom. com Report Reviewed Patricia Quackenbush Water/Wastewater Project Manager Patricia. Quackenbush(a�aecom. com Chris Gouett Project Manager, Water Chris. gouett(d� aecom. com Page 64 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Prepared for: City of Kitchener 200 King Street W., PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Canada Prepared by: AECOM Canada Ltd. 50 Sportsworld Crossing Road Suite 290 Kitchener, ON N2P OA4 Canada T: 519.650.5313 F: 519.650.3424 www.aecom.com Distribution List Revision History Page 65 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Executive Summary Introduction and Background AECOM Canada Ltd. (AECOM) has been retained by the City of Kitchener (the City) to complete a Schedule B Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study for improvements to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station to select a preferred approach with a preliminary design for upgrades. The Otterbein (formerly known as Forwell) Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station, as shown in Figure ES -1 located in the Grand River North area, was identified as an infrastructure upgrade project required for growth (e.g., increased pumping capacity) as part of the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. The Kitchener Growth Management Plan is prepared every two years and acts as an implementation tool to effectively manage the City's growth for a better Kitchener. The timing of growth areas is balanced by considerations such as legislative objectives, land inventories, balanced growth, resource levels and agency input, capital budget/ forecasting and other municipal strategic priorities, and the timing of sanitary sewage infrastructure improvements. While the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is considered to be in good condition overall, the Condition Assessments completed in 2012 and 2021 highlighted several upgrade requirements to maintain the pumping station in an acceptable condition. This current Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study has been completed to identify and evaluate various upgrade and expansion options to confirm a preferred solution for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station and associated infrastructure that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the area while considering environmental effects. Study Area The Study Area is in the northeast part of the City of Kitchener and generally follows the Otterbein Catchment Area boundary. The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property is located at the corner of Otterbein Road and Brandy Crescent. Refer to Figure ES -1 for an overview of the Study Area. Page 66 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Figure ES -1: Study Area �i Q " `• S— * Future Build -Out: + ■ ` y Area s• :. s ■� 'W•• • « s + 0 Dr, Otterbein Pump Station'ise� r Existing Catchment Area �IPn i ■..� a ++' Otterbein•tSanitary Sewer Pumping,Gtation [SSPS� • J • •• %RIS •• `� + Rp • •' • Municipal Class Environment Assessment Process This study was conducted in accordance with the planning and design process for Schedule B projects, as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association's Municipal Class Environmental Assessment manual (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 and 2015), which is approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act (R.S.O. 1990, c. E.18). As a Schedule B project, the siting of a new sewage pumping station is subject to Phase 1 (Problem or Opportunity) and Phase 2 (Alternative Solutions) of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process. Phase 1: Problem or Opportunity Statement Phase 1 of the five -phase Municipal Class EA planning process requires the proponent of an undertaking (i.e., the City) to first document factors leading to the conclusion that the improvement is needed, and to develop a clear statement of the identified problems Page 67 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment or opportunities to be addressed. As such, the Problem/Opportunity Statement is the main starting point in the undertaking of a MCEA and becomes the central theme and integrating element of the Project. It also assists in setting the scope of the Project. The following problem or opportunity statement has been developed for this study: The intent of this study is to review upgrade and expansion requirements for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and associated infrastructure to address age and expected lifespan as well as to meet current standards. The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is also currently operating without overflow event measures The objective is to determine a preferred solution for the Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the area while considering environmental effects Phase 2: Alternative Solutions Phase 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process involves the identification and evaluation of reasonable alternative solutions to the problem (Phase 1), as well as consultation with review agencies, stakeholder, Indigenous Communities, and the public to solicit comment and input to inform the selection of the preferred solution. The following sanitary sewer pumping station and expansion options have been identified and evaluated for this study: Option 1: Upgrade and Expand Existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station without Emergency Storage Tank — onsite Option 2: Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and adjacent site Option 3: Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and private property Option 4: Extend sewers to new Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with Emergency Storage Tank — private property Based on a comparative evaluation of the above options (Section 6), Option 2, as shown in Figure ES -2, was identified and confirmed as the preliminary preferred solution based on the following key rationale: Requires minimal tree and vegetation removal and has a smaller carbon footprint due to less construction materials Can meet the City's standards for emergency overflow requirements An Emergency Storage Tank mitigates spill and basement flooding Page 68 of 133 Figure ES -2: Preferred Solution — Option 2 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station site and adjacent property are disturbed from an archaeological perspective (no further archaeological work anticipated). The associated outfall routing/connection will be confirmed during preliminary design. Once the area of project impacts has been determined, only the undisturbed land that will be impacted, if any, will require a Stage 2 archaeological assessment (and further assessments, as required) during the early stages of detailed design prior to any ground - disturbing construction activities During Preliminary design various options for the outfall routing/connection will be considered. If the preferred route does cross any land not previously disturbed, we will then undertake a Stage 2 AA accordingly in those areas Lower overall construction cost without the need to purchase additional property Compliant with Source Water Protection requirements which permit upgrades to existing facilities but not new facilities within vulnerable Wellhead Protection Areas (WHPAs) The recommended preliminary preferred solution includes the required upgrades to the existing station to address deficiencies identified in the condition assessment, as well as to accommodate expanded capacity for future flow; furthermore, it provides additional security with emergency storage and an overflow which protects the community from sewer backups and the Kolb Creek area from spills in the extreme event of station failure. Communications and Consultation Overview As part of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Schedule B planning and design process, several steps have been undertaken to inform government agencies, Indigenous communities, the local community and the general public to solicit comments. The Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment manual outlines specific mandatory public and agency consultation contact points and methods. In order to properly communicate the Project details and to solicit feedback throughout the planning and design process, the following activities were undertaken: Development of a contact list at the onset of the Project to notify agencies, stakeholders, Indigenous Communities, and members of the public that requested to be kept informed Distribution of the Notice of Commencement, Notice of Public Information Centre, and Notice of Completion v Page 70 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Posting of relevant project details on the City's website Hosting an online Public information Centre, giving interested participants, including community members an opportunity to review the Project and provide feedback for consideration Outreach and information sharing with Indigenous Communities that may potentially be interested in the Project Individual meetings with relevant stakeholders and agencies, as required, or as opportunities arose Potential Impacts and Proposed Mitigation Measures Impacts related to Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrades and a new Emergency storage tank on the adjacent municipally owned site will be largely limited to the duration and location of construction. Efforts to minimize impacts, such as land use disturbances and noise and vibration will be made by implementing standard construction and best management practices. Where adverse environmental effects cannot be avoided, appropriate measures have been developed to eliminate, or reduce to some degree, the negative effects associated with construction of Option 2. The proposed works are within a vulnerable area with respect to Source Water Protection. The preferred solution is within a Wellhead Protection Area B (WHPA-B) with a vulnerability score of 8. As such, the applicable policies have been reviewed (Section 4.6) and further consultation will be undertaken, as needed, during preliminary and detailed design to confirm appropriate design materials and methods as well as during construction to ensure practices are followed to mitigate issues associated with groundwater protection. The proposed mitigation measures as described in Section 8 will be further developed during the preliminary and detailed design phases by means of further studies and permit applications, where applicable. Conclusions This Municipal Class Environmental Assessment covers the processes required to ensure that the proposed Option 2: Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and adjacent site meets the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act. The preferred undertaking as described in Section 7 resolves the problem and opportunity statement (Section 5). The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process has not identified any significant environmental concerns that cannot be addressed by incorporating best vi Page 71 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment management practices and established mitigation measures during construction as identified in Section 8. Subject to the filing and clearance of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study, the City may proceed to complete the preliminary and detailed design phases of the Project, which includes permitting -approvals, and proceed to construction in 2025 (subject to council approval and funding) and beyond as per the preliminary project schedule (Section 7.7). vii Page 72 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1 1.1 Background 1 1.2 Study Area 1 1.3 Study Team Organization 3 2. Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Planning Process 4 3. Q 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Overview Project Planning Schedules 2.2.1 Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Schedule Communications and Consultation Overview Public Review of Project File and Next Steps 4 5 6 6 7 Existing Conditions 9 3.1 Technical Environment 9 3.1.1 Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station 9 3.1.2 Existing and Future Sanitary Flows 11 3.1.3 Emergency Storage 13 3.1.4 Existing Conveyance System 13 3.1.5 Previous Assessments 14 3.1.6 Utilities 14 3.2 Natural Environment 16 3.2.1 Aquatic Conditions 16 3.2.2 Terrestrial Conditions and Wildlife 16 3.2.3 Wildlife 19 3.2.4 Species at Risk 19 3.2.5 Assessment of Significance 21 3.3 Geotechnical Characteristics 22 3.4 Socio -Economic Environment 22 3.4.1 Existing Land Use 22 3.4.2 Future Land Use 22 3.5 Cultural Heritage Environment 23 3.5.1 Archaeological Resources 23 3.5.2 Built Heritage Resources and Cultural Heritage Landscapes 25 Provincial and Local Planning Context 4.1 Provincial Policy Statement 4.2 A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe 4.3 Region of Waterloo Official Plan 4.4 City of Kitchener Official Plan _ 26 26 27 Page 73 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 4.5 Conservation Authorities Act 31 4.6 Grand River Source Protection Area 31 5. Phase 1: Problem or Opportunity Statement 32 6. Phase 2: Alternative Solutions 33 6.1 Identification of Alternatives 33 6.2 Approach to Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Siting Options 33 6.3 Evaluation Criteria and Methodology 33 6.4 Evaluation of Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and 7.3 Approvals and Permits Expansion Options 34 6.5 Preferred Solution and Rationale 40 7. Preferred Undertaking — Project Description 42 7.1 Design Considerations 42 7.1.1 Pumping Station 42 7.1.2 Emergency Storage Tank 42 7.1.3 Emergency Overflow 44 7.1.4 Property and Easement Requirements 44 7.1.5 Climate Change Considerations 44 7.2 Cost Estimate 45 7.3 Approvals and Permits 46 7.4 Additional Studies and Commitments 47 7.5 Preliminary Project Schedule 47 8. Potential Environmental Effects, Mitigation Measures and Commitments 48 Potential Effects and Mitigation Measures Proposed Construction Monitoring Post -Construction Monitoring 9. Consultation Summary 48 51 51 52 9.1 Notifications 52 9.1.1 Notice of Commencement 52 9.1.2 Notice of Public Information Centre 52 9.1.3 Notice of Completion 53 9.2 Public Consultation 53 9.2.1 Public Information Centre 53 9.3 Agency and Stakeholder Consultation 54 9.4 Indigenous Community Consultation 56 10. Conclusions Page 74 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Figures Figure 1-1: Study Area 2 Figure 3-1: Existing Catchment Area 10 Figure 3-2: Ecological Land Classification 18 Figure 3-3: Results of the Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment 24 Figure 6-1: Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options 35 Figure 6-2: Preferred Solution 41 Figure 7-1: Proposed Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Site Layout 43 Tables Table 3-1: Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Flow Estimate — Existing Conditions 11 Table 3-2: Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Design Flow Estimate to Buildout (2031) 12 Table 3-3: Incidental Wildlife Observations 19 Table 6-1: Evaluation Criteria 34 Table 6-2. Evaluation of Alternative Upgrade and Expansion Options 36 Table 7-1: Preliminary Construction Cost Estimate 45 Table 7-2: Anticipated Permits and Approvals 46 Table 8-1. Potential Construction Related Impacts and Mitigation Measures 49 Table 8-2. Natural Environment Mitigation Measures 50 Table 9-1. Key Agency and Stakeholder Correspondence 55 Table 9-2: Indigenous Community Correspondence 57 Appendices Appendix A. Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Flow Design Basis Technical Memorandum Appendix B. Natural Environment Existing Conditions Report Appendix C. Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment Report Appendix D. Desktop Cultural Heritage Memorandum Appendix E. Public Consultation Record Appendix F. Agency and Stakeholder Consultation Record Appendix G. Indigenous Consultation Record Page 75 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 1. Introduction Background AECOM Canada Ltd. (AECOM) has been retained by the City of Kitchener (the City) to complete a Schedule B Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study for improvements to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station to select a preferred approach with a preliminary design for upgrades. The Otterbein (formerly known as Forwell) Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station, as shown in Figure ES -1 located in the Grand River North area, was identified as an infrastructure upgrade project required for growth as part of the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. The Kitchener Growth Management Plan is prepared every two years and acts as an implementation tool to effectively manage the City's growth for a better Kitchener. The timing of growth areas is balanced by considerations such as legislative objectives, land inventories, balanced growth, resource levels and agency input, capital budget/ forecasting and other municipal strategic priorities, and the timing of sanitary sewage infrastructure improvements. While the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is considered to be in good condition overall, the Condition Assessments completed in 2012 and 2021 highlighted several upgrade requirements to maintain the pumping station in an acceptable condition. This current Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study has been completed to identify and evaluate various upgrade and expansion options to confirm a preferred solution for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and associated infrastructure that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the area while considering environmental effects. 1.2 Study Area The Study Area is in the northeast part of the City of Kitchener and generally follows the Otterbein Catchment Area boundary The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property is located at the corner of Otterbein Road and Brandy Crescent. Refer to Figure 1-1 for an overview of the Study Area. Page 76 of 133 Figure 1-1: Study Area City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 1.3 Study Team Organization This Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study has been a collaborative effort between The City and AECOM. The City and Consultant Project Managers are listed below. Trevor Jacobs, CET Development Project Manager City of Kitchener 200 King Street W., PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Tel: 519-741-2200 ext. 7136 Click here to email Trevor Jacobs at City of Kitchener Chris Gouett Consultant Project Manager AECOM Canada Ltd. 50 Sportsworld Crossing Rd, Suite 290 Kitchener, ON N2P OA4 Click here to email Chris Gouett at AECOM 3 Page 78 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 2. Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Planning Process 2.1 Overview All municipalities in Ontario are subject to the provisions of the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act and its requirements to prepare an Environmental Assessment for applicable public works projects. The Ontario Municipal Engineers Association "Municipal Class Environmental Assessment" manual (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 and 2015) provides municipalities with a phased planning procedure, to plan and undertake all municipal sewage, water, stormwater management and transportation projects that occur frequently, are usually limited in scale and have a predictable range of environmental impacts and applicable mitigation measures. In Ontario, infrastructure projects are subject to the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process and must follow a series of mandatory steps as outlined in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Municipal Engineers Association manual. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment manual consists of five phases and the application of the phases depends on the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Schedule that applies to a project. The phases are summarized below: Phase 1 — Problem or Opportunity: Identify the problems or opportunities to be addressed and the needs and justification Phase 2 — Alternative Solutions: Identify alternative solutions to the problems or opportunities by taking into consideration the existing environment, and establish the preferred solution considering public, review agency, stakeholder and Indigenous Communities review and input. Phase 3 — Alternative Design Concepts for the Preferred Solution: Examine alternative methods of implementing the preferred solution based upon the existing environment, public and agency input, anticipated environmental effects and methods of minimizing negative effects and maximizing positive effects. Phase 4 — Environmental Study Report: Document in an Environmental Study Report, a summary of the rationale, planning, design, and consultation process for the project as established through Phases 1 to 3 above and make such documentation available for scrutiny by the public, review agencies, stakeholders and potentially impacted Indigenous Communities. Phase 5 — Implementation: Complete contract drawings and documents, proceed to construction and operation, and monitor construction for adherence to environmental provisions and commitments. Also, where special conditions dictate, monitor the operation of the completed facilities. 4 Page 79 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Only Phases 1, 2 and 5 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process apply to this project as it falls under the Schedule B project category. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process ensures that all projects are carried out with effectiveness, efficiency and fairness. The process serves as a mechanism for understanding economic, social and environmental concerns while implementing improvements to municipal infrastructure. 2.2 Project Planning Schedules The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment defines four types of projects and the processes required for each (referred to as Schedule A, A+, B, or C). The selection of the appropriate schedule is dependent on the anticipated level of environmental impact, and for some projects, the anticipated construction costs. Projects are categorized according to their environmental significance and their effects on the surrounding environment. This study is categorized as a schedule B planning activity. The following describes the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning schedules: Schedule A: Projects are limited in scale, have minimal adverse environmental effects and include a number of municipal maintenance and operational activities. These projects are pre -approved and may proceed to implementation without following the full Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process. Schedule A+: The purpose of Schedule A+ is to ensure appropriate public notification for certain projects that are pre -approved under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. It is appropriate to inform the public of municipal infrastructure project(s) being constructed or implemented in their area. Schedule B: Projects have the potential for some adverse environmental effects. The proponent is required to undertake a screening process (Phases 1 and 2), involving mandatory contact with directly affected public and with relevant review agencies to ensure that they are aware of the project and that their concerns are addressed. If there are no outstanding concerns, then the proponent may proceed to implementation. At the end of Phase 2, a Project File documenting the planning process followed through Phases 1 and 2 shall be finalized and made available for public and agency review. However, if a concern is raised related to aboriginal and treaty rights which cannot be resolved, a Section 16 Order request may be requested and considered by the Minister of the Environment, Parks and Conservation. Alternatively, the proponent may elect voluntarily to plan the project as a Schedule C undertaking. 5 Page 80 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Schedule C: Projects have the potential for significant adverse environmental effects and must proceed under the full planning and documentation (Phases 1 to 4) procedures specified in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment manual. Schedule C projects require that an Environmental Study Report be prepared and filed for review by the public and review agencies. If concerns related to aboriginal and treaty rights are raised that cannot be resolved then a Section 16 Order may be requested. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process ensures that all projects are carried out with effectiveness, efficiency and fairness. This process serves as a mechanism for understanding economic, social and environmental concerns while implementing improvements to municipal infrastructure. 2.2.1 Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Schedule As the Project described in this report involves upgrades and expansion to the existing sanitary sewer pumping facility, including new emergency storage tank (where equipment is located in a new building or structure), Phases 1 and 2 (Schedule B undertaking) of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process, as described above, apply to this study. 2.3 Communications and Consultation Overview The Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment manual outlines specific mandatory public and agency consultation contact points and methods for Schedule B undertakings. The following summarizes the consultation activities undertaken for this study: Development of a contact list at the onset of the Project to notify agencies, stakeholders, Indigenous communities and members of the public that requested to be kept informed Distribution of the Notice of Commencement, Notice of Public Information Centre, and Notice of Completion Posting of relevant project details on the City's website Hosting an online Public information Centre, giving interested participants, including community members an opportunity to review the Project and provide feedback for consideration Outreach and information sharing with Indigenous Communities that may potentially be interested in the Project Individual meetings with relevant stakeholders and agencies, as required, or as opportunities arose 6 Page 81 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment All comments received were considered and addressed to the extent possible. Refer to Section 9 for the overview of consultation completed for Phases 1 and 2 of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study. 2.4 Public Review of Project File and Next Steps This Project File comprises the documentation for Schedule B requirements. Placement of the Project for public review completes Phase 2 of the Project. The Project File is available for public review and comment for a period of 30 calendar days starting on [date to be confirmed] and ending on [date to be confirmed]. The Notice of Completion was distributed to those on the mailing list, published in the local newspaper and posted on the City's project webpage to notify affected landowners, the general public, stakeholders, agencies and Indigenous communities about the 30 -day comment period. To facilitate public review of the Project File, the report will be available on the City's website: kitchener.ca/development-and- construction/infrastructure-oroiects Alternative arrangements to view the reports are available upon request. Interested persons may provide written comments to our project team by [date to be confirmed]. All comments and concerns should be sent directly to the Project Managers: Trevor Jacobs, CET Development Project Manager City of Kitchener 200 King Street W., PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 519-741-2200 ext. 7136 Click here to email Trevor Jacobs at City of Kitchener Chris Gouett Consultant Project Manager AECOM Canada Ltd. 50 Sportsworld Crossing Rd, Suite 290 Kitchener, ON N2P OA4 519-650-8614 Click here to email Chris Gouett at AECOM In addition, a request may be made to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks for an order requiring a higher level of study (i.e., requiring an individual/ comprehensive Environmental Assessment approval before being able to proceed), or that conditions be imposed (e.g., require further studies), only on the grounds that the requested order may prevent, mitigate or remedy adverse impacts on constitutionally 7 Page 82 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment protected Aboriginal and treaty rights. Requests on other grounds will not be considered. Requests should include the requester contact information and full name. Requests should specify what kind of order is being requested (request for conditions or a request for an individual/ comprehensive environmental assessment), how an order may prevent, mitigate or remedy potential adverse impacts on Aboriginal and treaty rights, and any information in support of the statements in the request. This will ensure that the ministry is able to efficiently begin reviewing the request. The request should be sent in writing or by email to both: Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks 777 Bay Street, 5th Floor Toronto, Ontario M7A 2J3 Click here to email the Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Director, Environmental Assessment Branch Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks 135 St. Clair Avenue West, 1 st Floor Toronto, Ontario M4V 1 P5 Click here to email the Director of the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Requests should also be copied to the City of Kitchener by mail or by e-mail to: Trevor Jacobs, CET Development Project Manager City of Kitchener 200 King Street W., PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 519-741-2200 ext. 7136 Click here to email Trevor Jacobs at City of Kitchener Please visit the ministry's website for more information on requests for orders under Section 16 of the Environmental Assessment Act at: Click here for the Environmental Assessment Act - Section 16 Order Requests. All personal information included in your request — such as name, address, telephone number and property location — is collected, under the authority of Section 30 of the Environmental Assessment Act and is collected and maintained for the purpose of creating a record that is available to the general public. As this information is collected for the purpose of a public record, the protection of personal information provided in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act does not apply (s.37). Personal information you submit will become part of a public record that is available to the general public unless you request that your personal information remain confidential. 8 Page 83 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 3. Existing Conditions 3.1 Technical Environment 3.1.1 Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is located at 500 Otterbein Road at Brandy Crescent in the City of Kitchener. The site is adjacent to the Kolb Greenway and the Grand River. The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station was built in 1987 as the `Forwell' Station and services a catchment area of approximately 168 hectares as shown in Figure 3-1. The following key points summarize the current Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station condition 3 vertical solid shaft pumps (2 duty, 1 standby) 6 minutes of emergency storage at design peak flow; pump failure could have direct negative impact to surrounding properties Receives flows from north 525 mm gravity sewer (receives flow from three up -stream gravity sewers) and south 200 mm forcemain sewer from Breslau Existing 400 mm forcemain outlets to manhole at intersection of Ottawa Street North and Old Chicopee Drive The sanitary sewer pumping station permitted capacity is 126 Us. The station's actual firm capacity is currently 81 L/s. Determination of the future design flows for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station uses information from the calibrated sanitary sewer model and the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. The future peak flow estimate of 165 L/s considers an allowance for intensification in existing areas and proposed growth in residential and ICI areas. 9 Page 84 of 133 Figure 3-1: Existing Catchment Area O OMaP Locafion n �� pR SNS w.,rrioo KIt R GEN�� cambringe S 9�NG�MPN at Legend pR\P —Road PSE Park SNak M Water ceuisa Future Build -out Area / Under Construction Otterbein Pump Station Existing Catchment Area Otterbein Catchment Area P Otterbein c'F ❑ �Pq�N c, P/�v 4� F 9 / GSS KRV O 0 50100 200 000 400 500 600 700 1 R E Metras Otterbein SSPS Class EA ° aQ W Otterbein CatchmentArea O� T Apr, 2022 112,000 o Figure 7 o A— A COM � .IP aY PeYlg.. =..Pt,. irlreWn^tl by E'doN " acPe cw�euppceIctl ryIY��kU peryl eimaaAea Mz aPbMnp MlnoWAECOM s pnzsw rpapBS O '.1 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 3.1.2 Existing and Future Sanitary Flows The objective of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment is to include for all possible future flow contributions to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station considering the following factors: Flow contributions from the current catchment area, including current flow patterns Sewage flow from Safety-Kleen Anticipated local sewer upgrades Future growth plans The catchment area of the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is 168 hectares. The station's firm capacity is 126 Us in accordance with the ECA. However, the drawdown tests conducted in the 2021 Condition Assessment completed by Burnside indicated that the actual firm capacity is 88.7 Us (based on combination of Pumps 1 and 2). The existing flow was developed using the City's calibrated wastewater collection model which was calibrated based on flow monitoring undertaken in the City including in the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station catchment area. Future flows are estimated using information regarding population in the model which is based on the City of Kitchener's Growth Management Plan. The assumptions and details are included in a separate Technical Memorandum on Flow Basis, provided in Appendix A. 3.1.2.1 Existing Flow Estimate Table 3-1 below summarizes the current flows relating to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station based on the outputs from the City's calibrated sanitary sewer model which incorporates population and industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) area data from the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. Table 3-1: Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Flow Estimate — Existing Conditions Parameters Existing (2016) Total Average Flow Residential Population 2,773 Total Flow Rate per capita (L/day.cap) 196 Total Flow (L/s) 6.29 ICI Average Flow 11 Page 86 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 3-1 indicates modelling results for the existing catchment area, which results in a current peak wet weather flow of 65.9 Us (based on a 25 -year return storm event). Compared to the actual firm capacity of 88 L/s, there is no immediate concern regarding pump capacity. 3.1.2.2 Future Flow Estimate Determination of the future design flows for the Otterbein SPS also utilizes key information from the calibrated sanitary sewer model and the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. Table 3-2: Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Design Flow Estimate to Buildout (2031) Parameters Existing (2016) ICI flow (L/s) 3.41 Total Average Flow (L/s) 9.70 Peak Flow Factor (actuan 1.34 Total Dry Weather Peak Flow (L/s) 13.00 Infiltration and Inflow (L/s) (from model) 52.90 Total Catchment Area (ha) 168.09 Infiltration Rate (L/s/ha) 0.315 Total Wet Weather Peak Flow (L/s) 65.90 Table 3-1 indicates modelling results for the existing catchment area, which results in a current peak wet weather flow of 65.9 Us (based on a 25 -year return storm event). Compared to the actual firm capacity of 88 L/s, there is no immediate concern regarding pump capacity. 3.1.2.2 Future Flow Estimate Determination of the future design flows for the Otterbein SPS also utilizes key information from the calibrated sanitary sewer model and the Kitchener Growth Management Plan. Table 3-2: Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Design Flow Estimate to Buildout (2031) Parameters Existing (2016) Growth to 2031 Total Futur (Bu ild-Out Residential Average Flow Residential Population 2,773 2,006 4,779 Per Capita Flow Rate (L/cap.day) 196 305 Residential Flow (L/s) 6.29 7.08 13.37 ICI Average Flow ICI Floor Area (m2) 34,397 177,087 211,484 ICI Flow Rate (L/s/ha) 0.6 ICI Flow (L/s) 3.41 10.63 14.04 Subtotal Average Flow (L/s) 9.70 17.71 Intensification Allowance - 25% 2.43 Total Average Flow (L/s) 12.13 17.71 29.83 12 Page 87 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment MML.Par�amete�rs�� Existing 11 (2016) Growth - Total Futur to(Build-Out Peak Flow Factor — Babbit equation 3.83 3.09 Total Dry Weather Peak Flow (L/s) 46.44 67.82 92.18 Infiltration & Inflow (L/s) (from mode/) 52.90 71.10 Total Catchment Area (ha) 168.09 168.09 Infiltration Rate (L/ha/s) 0.315 0.423 Total Wet Weather Peak Flow (L/s) 99.34 163.28 The design flow for both existing and future conditions is indicated to demonstrate the conservative nature of this estimate. For existing conditions, the design flow of 99.5 L/s is significantly greater than the actual existing flow. 3.1.2.3 Recommendation The method used for estimating future flows considers the existing developed area within the catchment with an allowance for intensification and provides some additional contingency in the form of a higher peaking factor than is found through the City's calibrated model. This also provides a conservative approach for future flows by applying the population projections and proposed ICI area that were developed through the City's sanitary sewerage model which incorporates build -out growth per the Growth Management Plan. Therefore, it is recommended that the alternatives considered for upgrades to, or replacement of the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station are based on a total future capacity of 165 L/s. 3.1.3 Emergency Storage The existing station does not have sufficient emergency storage. Per the City of Kitchener Design Standards and best engineering practices from other jurisdictions, one hour of emergency storage at peak flow conditions is recommended. 3.1.4 Existing Conveyance System The capacities of the collection system and discharge forcemain were evaluated for existing and future flows for the Otterbein catchment area through use of the City's wastewater hydraulic model. The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station discharges into a 400 mm diameter forcemain, which ends at MH# 301625 at Ottawa Street and Old Chicopee Drive. At 13 Page 88 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment current firm pumping capacity the flow velocity from the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is approximately 0.64 m/s in the forcemain, and therefore, it can be concluded that the forcemain is currently oversized. At the future design flow of 165 L/s the flow velocity is approximately 1.3 m/s in the forcemain, and therefore, it can be concluded that the forcemain is appropriately sized for the future Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station flows (i.e., between 0.6 m/s and 2.5 m/s). 3.1.5 Previous Assessments The most recent condition assessment of the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station was completed in 2021 (Burnside, 2021). The report summarizes that the overall station appears to be in acceptable condition. Several deficiencies were noted and recommendations for improvements included the following: Health and safety — need for protective grating beneath access hatches in wet well; need for exit light and smoke sensor Code compliance — Arc flash labels, increased separation distance from exhaust fan to disconnect Process piping and equipment — severe rust and corrosion noted on piping and valves; pumps need new impellers; operations staff also noted need for new muffin monster grinders as the existing grinder is discontinued Electrical and Instrumentation & Control — safety items listed above; need level indicating transmitter, operators requested a separate cam lock connection for load testing on generator Building mechanical — some deterioration on building louvres; operators requested addition of air conditioning and a new wet well fan for better ventilation Building architectural — wet well hatch and access ladder require replacement Site works — improvements to parking area asphalt The recommendations for improvements are carried forward in the proposed alternatives and the associated budget included in the capital cost estimates. 3.1.6 Utilities Utilities within the Study Area include: Stormwater Sewers — there is a local stormwater infiltration system and outfall located at the adjacent municipal site which may be impacted; alternatives will consider replacement if necessary. Nearby stormwater sewers will be 14 Page 89 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment considered for potential connection to overflow in lieu of direct discharge to Kolb Creek or the Grand River. Sanitary Wastewater Sewers - depth of incoming sewers will be reviewed with consideration for emergency storage and outfall to ensure sewage does not back up into the collection system Municipal Water - there is a valve chamber in close proximity to the site Regional Municipal Wells - The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is located within the WHPA-B for the Pompeii/Forwell Well Supply (K70 - K75) as shown on Map 9-81 of the current Grand River SPA Assessment Report (November, 2015). The site is assigned a vulnerability score of 10 as shown on Map 10.15 of the Grand River Source Protection Plan (November, 2015). It is also located within the WHPA-E for GUDI well K82, and is assigned a vulnerability score of 7.2 as shown on Map 9-95 (GRSPA Assessment Report). The Region of Waterloo Official Plan has a separate set of source protection areas used for planning purposes, and the site falls within the Wellhead Protection Sensitive Area 2 (WPSA 2). Furthermore, the Mannheim water intake has Intake Protection Zones upstream of it, and the site falls within the IPZ-3, but this zone does not have any effect on activities or land -use planning (only IPZ-1 and IPZ-2 affect site activities) Other utilities including Hydro (overhead and underground), Natural Gas and Telecommunications will be confirmed, and any impacts will be coordinated during preliminary design. Existing drawings indicate the following: - A watermain valve chamber (VC) is located to the southeast with sump pump is powered from the utility cabinet on the south face of the station; it is sandwiched between two different storm outlets; the water service out of the VC is capped east of the chamber for future extension down Ottawa Street. - Telephone (Bell) is available on the west side of Otterbein Road - Hydro to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is fed from a pole on Otterbein Road beside station driveway entrance - Water service to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is from Otterbein Road northwest of the Ottawa Street easement crossing - The recent topographic survey also identified a vault on Brandy Crescent that is not shown on the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Record Drawings. 15 Page 90 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 3.2 Natural Environment A review of background information, in addition to field investigations completed in November 2021 were conducted to assist in characterizing the existing Natural Heritage features and functions within the Study Area. This information was used to evaluate the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station upgrade and expansion options presented in Section 6. Refer to Appendix B for the complete Natural Environment Existing Conditions Report. 3.2.1 Aquatic Conditions None of the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options evaluated in Section 6 require in water works of a watercourse. Kolb Creek, a tributary of the Grand River, flows within unevaluated wetland and adjacent to the study area. 3.2.2 Terrestrial Conditions and Wildlife 3.2.2.1 Vegetation Communities Vegetation communities within the study area were observed, assessed, and defined into Ecological Land Classification units as per the MNDMNRF guidelines. This classification system provides a standard for comparing similar situations across Ontario and includes methods for classifying vegetation communities through the completion of multilayer (canopy, sub -canopy, ground cover) vegetation inventories. Ecological Land Classification units communities are shown in Figure 3-2. There are no natural heritage features present on the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property and adjacent site as it primarily consists of manicured open space with planted Norway spruce trees. The mowed lawn area has occurrences of Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis), smooth brome (Bromus inermis), dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), English plantain (Plantago lanceolata), Virginia strawberry (Fragaria virginiana), heal-all (Prunella vulgaris), and white clover (Trifolium repens). Due to the maintained nature of the site, it does not have a corresponding ELC community and is classed as Mowed lawn. The study area includes Kolb Creek, a tributary of the Grand River. A narrow area with steep treed slopes leading from the Creek to the current Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station location was assessed. The Kolb Creek riparian community is classified as a FOD7-3: Fresh — Moist Willow Lowland Deciduous Forest Type. The canopy is dominated by hybrid crack willow (Salix X rubens), Manitoba maple, eastern cottonwood, Freeman's maple (AcerX freemanii), 16 Page 91 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment white ash (Fraxinus americana), and common hackberry (Celtis occidentalis). There is little to no sub -canopy and the shrub layer is dominated by common buckthorn (Rhamnus catharnica), Tartarian honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica), common lilac (Syringa vulgaris) on the edges. The ground cover is sparse and primarily forget-me-not (Myosotis scorpiodes), garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolate), reed canary grass (Phalaris arundinacea), and giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum). Adjacent natural area to the south of the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station includes CUM1-1: Dry -Moist Old Field Meadow Type with CUT1: Cultural Mineral Thicket Ecosite inclusion. The southwest portion of the study area consists of cultural meadow community, adjacent to woodland and wetland vegetation communities. This area also includes valley slope and erosion hazard area associated with the Grand River and within the Grand River Conservation Authority Regulation Limit. Refer to the Natural Environment Existing Conditions Report (Appendix B) for the results and discussion specific to each Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Option. 17 Page 92 of 133 it IP yo �N �ty�, �$� Otterbein Legend ,r t� SSPS eg 1�t•, %\mss Watercourse rou/ 1 Waterbody Pa at Fabric Natural Environment Study Area Ecological Land Classification Type Dry – Moist Old Field Meadow 1 Type � F004 -2:D –Fresh White Ash ...iii `L ��dd//�� 4;♦. ' >; *�� curai.i _ Deciduous Forestry Type . l -s�1 - FOD7-3�. Fresh – Moist Willow Lowland o.�.t s� ��. " Deciduous Forest Type r 1 MAS2-1: Cattail – Mineral Shallow Marsh Type curufl-r - e` o 4 �FReF/N qQ > F0042 0 10 20 40 60 80 100 120 100 . Foma r $ Otterbein SSPS Class EA Ecological Land Classification WF 11— AECO I Mar 1Q 2022 1:1,800 PLen. ++ A—MM fig;° ;:>:n 3c City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 3.2.3 Wildlife Incidental wildlife observations, as well as the identification of preferred wildlife habitat conditions were documented during the November 18, 2021 field investigations conducted by AECOM. The following incidental wildlife identified in Table 3-3 was observed during the field investigation: Table 3-3: Incidental Wildlife Observations Category Birds Mallard Birds Gull Birds House Sparrow Mammals Gray Squirrel Mammals Raccoon Mammals White -Tailed Deer Habitat for wildlife was limited with species observations common to areas heavily influenced by human disturbance. 3.2.4 Species at Risk Prior to field investigations, a background review was conducted to determine the historical presence of Endangered Species Act species. This assessment was completed to determine the need for Species at Risk specific surveys. From a review of the available data, a total of 33 SAR species were identified as potentially occurring within the natural environment study area. Of these species, seven are listed as Endangered (END), nine as Threatened (THR) and seventeen as Special Concern (SC). A preliminary screening exercise was conducted to determine the number of species with potentially suitable habitat within the study area. Potentially suitable habitat was determined by comparing existing conditions on site to habitat descriptions of each SAR species. The full table of SAR identified through the background review and probability of occurrence is included in Appendix A of the Natural Environment Existing Conditions Report (Appendix B). Through the completion of field investigations, potential suitable habitat for many of the listed SAR identified within the study area were deemed unsuitable due to factors such as limited size of suitable communities, vegetation composition or distance to developed 19 Page 94 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment areas. In conclusion, potentially suitable habitat for seven Species at Risk was identified within the study area. These species and habitat descriptions are provided below: Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) — This species is listed as Threatened in Ontario. Barn Swallows occur in close association with human -made structures, building their cup -shaped mud nests almost exclusively on structures such as open barns, under bridges and in culverts (MECP, 2019). Anthropogenic structures that may provide suitable nesting habitat are present within the study area. Suitable habitat is present within the study area. Bank Swallow (Riparia riparia) - This species is listed as Threatened in Ontario. Bank Swallows nest in burrows in natural and human -made settings where there are vertical faces in silt and sand deposits. Many nests are on banks of rivers and lakes, but they are also found in active sand and gravel pits or former ones where the banks remain suitable. The birds breed in colonies ranging from several to a few thousand pairs. Suitable habitat is present within the study area. Eastern Meadowlark (Sturnella magna) — This species is listed as Threatened in Ontario. Eastern Meadowlark feed and nest in native grasslands, farm fields, pastures, hay, alfalfa fields, wet fields, and shrubby overgrown fields. Cultural meadow with shrubby area present within the study area of Options 3 and 4. Suitable habitat is present within the study area. Bobolink (Dolychonyx oryzivorus)- This species is listed as Threatened in Ontario. Bobolink feed and nest in native grasslands, farm fields, lightly grazed pastures, young hayfields, alfalfa fields, wet fields, and old fields that have been abandoned by cultural meadows (MNRF, 2013). Suitable habitat is present within the study area. Monarch (Danaus plexippus) — This species is listed as Special Concern in Ontario. Throughout their life cycle, Monarchs use different types of habitat. Only the caterpillars feed on milkweed plants and are confined to meadows and open areas where milkweed grows. Adult butterflies can be found in more diverse habitats where they feed on nectar from a variety of wildflowers. Cultural meadow area present within the study area of Options 3 and 4. Suitable habitat is present within the study area. Little Brown Myotis (Myotis lucifugus), END — During the day they roost in trees and buildings and are active at night. They often select buildings for summer maternal colonies. They hibernate in caves or abandoned mines that are humid and remain above freezing. In Ontario their habitat is found in ELC communities identified as Cultural Woodland (CUW), Cultural Plantation 20 Page 95 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (CUP), all forest communities (FO), and all swamp communities (SW). Suitable habitat exists within the riparian area of the Kolb Creek (FOD7). Suitable habitat was not identified within the proposed Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options. Northern Myotis (Myotis septentrionalis), END — Northern Myotis is found in forested areas, where they roost under loose bark and in tree cavities. They most often in caves or abandoned mines. In Ontario their habitat is found in ELC communities identified as Cultural Woodland (CUW), Cultural Plantation (CUP), all forest communities (FO), and all swamp communities (SW). Suitable habitat exists within the riparian area of the Kolb Creek (FOD7). Suitable habitat was not identified within the proposed Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options. Tri -colored Bat (Perimyotis subflavus), END — Tri -colored Bat lives in older forested habitats, forming day roosts and maternity colonies within foliage or in high tree cavities. This species forages over water and along streams in forests. This bat overwinters in caves or mines, typically individually instead of as a group. In Ontario their habitat is found in ELC communities identified as Cultural Woodland (CUW), Cultural Plantation (CUP), all forest communities (FO), and all swamp communities (SW). Suitable habitat exists within the riparian area of Kolb Creek (FOD7). Suitable habitat was not identified within the proposed Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options. Assessment of Significance The species and features found in the study area have been assessed using federal, provincial and municipal ranking and evaluation systems outlined by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC), the Ontario Ministry of Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP), Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), and the Waterloo Region. The following hereafter provides a summary of the identified significant features found within the study area. 3.2.5.1 Provincially Ranked Species & Features No provincially ranked features or species were observed in the study area; however, the following presents a list of species potentially located in the study area based on the presence of preferred habitat conditions. Monarch (Danaus plexippus) - This species is listed as Special Concern in Ontario it was not observed during survey however may use cultural meadow 21 Page 96 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (CUM) communities within the study area. Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) was observed within cultural meadow (CUM) communities during field investigations. Habitat for these species is considered Significant Wildlife Habitat and is afforded protection under the Provincial Policy Statement. 3.2.5.2 Regionally Ranked Species & Features No regionally ranked features or species were observed in the study area. 3.3 Geotechnical Characteristics A geotechnical and hydrogeological investigation will be completed for the preliminary preferred site to determine structural design requirements, as well as construction needs (e.g., dewatering quantities). Any information gleaned from this work that impacts the recommended preliminary preferred solution will be incorporated into the recommendation as the Project proceeds through preliminary and detailed design phases of the Project. 3.4 Socio -Economic Environment 3.4.1 Existing Land Use The City of Kitchener Official Plan designates the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property as Low Rise Residential. Lands to the south of the study area are primarily designated Natural Heritage Conservation. Residential dwellings north and east of the pumping station form part of the Grand River North planning community. The Walter Bean Grand River Trail is located east of Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property. 3.4.2 Future Land Use As shown in Figure 3-1, lands north of the pumping station include future build out with some of this area currently under construction. There is an easement located south of the station for a possible future extension of Ottawa Street North. This will be considered in the design of any new linear infrastructure crossing this easement. 22 Page 97 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 3.5 Cultural Heritage Environment 3.5.1 Archaeological Resources Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment (Appendix C) has been completed as part of this study to evaluate the archaeological potential within the Study Area of the Project Alternatives presented in Section 6. A Stage 1 archaeological assessment consists of a review of geographic, land use and historical information for the property and the relevant surrounding area and contacting MHSTCI to find out whether, or not, there are any known archaeological sites on or near the property. Its purpose is to identify areas of archaeological potential and further archaeological assessment (e.g., Stage 2-4) as necessary. AECOM's Stage 1 archaeological assessment report background study has determined that the potential for the recovery of pre- and post -contact First Nation and 19th century Euro -Canadian archaeological resources is high. Based on these findings, Stage 2 archaeological assessment is recommended for all areas of potentially undisturbed land within the study area limits (see Figure 3-3). Once the area of project impacts has been determined for the preferred solution during the preliminary and detailed design phase of the Project, only the undisturbed land that will be impacted by this project will require a Stage 2 archaeological assessment, if any. The Stage 2 archaeological assessment must be conducted by a licensed archaeologist and must follow the requirements set out in the Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists (Ontario Government 2011), including: The standard test pit survey method at 5 metre intervals is to be conducted in all areas that will be impacted by the project where ploughing is not feasible (e.g., woodlots, overgrown areas, manicured lawns, small sections of agricultural land) Pedestrian survey at 5 metre intervals where ploughing is possible (e.g., agricultural fields). This assessment will occur when agricultural fields have been recently ploughed, weathered by rain, and exhibit at least 80% surface visibility. Poorly drained areas, areas of steep slope, and areas of confirmed previous disturbance (e.g., building footprints, roadways, areas with identifiable underground infrastructure) are to be mapped and photo -documented but are not recommended for Stage 2 survey as they possess low to no archaeological potential. 23 Page 98 of 133 Figure 3-3: Results of the Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment kg�P pG0 �� Penin s� Otterbein SSPS i v \IIN, +che nri _ 4 L 'fir Legend _0 Study Area e fff Stage 1 Results Wet (No Fuller Work) s Previously Disturbed (No Further Work) Stage 2 Recommended ,y s, 01 0 w 100 200 I Metre SlaOetAmhaedegeal Assessment00eben SSPSUpgred CI FA Pad of Lt120, City Comny Tract T sh p f W ter& H'slmic Waterloo,— C@/ pa of., Ortar Repwrel Mun coal ty of walenoo, oataHa Results of the Stage 1 Arch g I A t Jul, 2022 1 13.000 Figure 3-3 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 3.5.2 Built Heritage Resources and Cultural Heritage Landscapes A Desktop Cultural Heritage Screening Memorandum (Appendix D) has been completed to evaluate potential impacts of the preferred solution on the built heritage resources and cultural heritage landscapes. This screening followed the process outlined in the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries' Criteria for Evaluation Potential for Built Heritage Resources and Cultural Heritage Landscapes (2016; hereafter Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries Criteria Checklist). Based on a detailed review of aerial photographs, historic mapping, a review of several municipal, provincial, and federal registers/inventories and consultation with the City of Kitchener, it can be concluded that there are no Built Heritage Resources or Cultural Heritage Landscapes within the vicinity of the preferred solution. Therefore, no further cultural heritage studies are required. 25 Page 100 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 4. Provincial and Local Planning Context Provincial Policy Statement The Provincial Policy Statement (Provincial Policy Statement; 2020) provides provincial policy direction on matters related to land use planning and development that affect communities, such as ensuring the appropriate infrastructure is available to accommodate current and future needs. The Provincial Policy Statement applies to any land use planning decisions made under the Planning Act by municipal councils, local boards, planning boards, provincial ministers, provincial government, and agency officials. Regional and municipal planning decisions are to be consistent with the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement. The key sections of policies relevant to the Project are as follows: 1.1 Managing and Directing Land Use to Achieve Efficient and Resilient Development and Land Use Patterns 1.2 Coordination 1.6 Infrastructure and Public Service Facilities 2.1 Natural Heritage 2.6 Cultural Heritage and Archaeology 3.0 Protecting Public Health and Safety Relevance to this Study: Subsection 1.6.6 of the Provincial Policy Statement outlines the policies for sewage. Policy 1.6.6.1 states "Planning for sewage and water services shall: a) direct and accommodate expected growth or development in a manner that promotes the efficient use and optimization of existing: 1. municipal sewage services and municipal water services; and 2. private communal sewage services and private communal water services, where municipal sewage services and municipal water services are not available; b) ensure that these systems are provided in a manner that: 1. can be sustained by the water resources upon which such services rely; 2. is feasible, financially viable and complies with all regulatory requirements; and 3. protects human health and the natural environment; 26 Page 101 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment c) promote water conservation and water use efficiency; d) integrate servicing and land use considerations at all stages of the planning process; and e) be in accordance with the servicing hierarchy outlined through policies 1.6.6.2, 1.6.6.3, 1.6.6.4 and 1.6.6.5" Consistent with Provincial Policy Statement Policy 1.6.6.1, this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment has evaluated various upgrade and expansion options, including optimization of the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station. The alternatives were also reviewed on the basis of their feasibility, cost and compliance with regulatory requirements. Section 2.1 of the Provincial Policy Statement outlines policies that provide legislative protection for the natural environment. In general, the Natural Heritage policies speak to the importance of maintaining, restoring and improving the connectivity of natural heritage systems. More specifically, these policies prohibit development and site alteration within Provincially Significant Wetlands, habitat of endangered species and threatened species, and fish habitat. Development and site alteration may only be permitted as well as within or adjacent to significant wildlife habitat, significant woodlands, significant valley lands, and significant areas of natural and scientific interest if it has been demonstrated that there will be no negative impacts on the natural features or their ecological functions. There are no permits to be obtained under the Provincial Policy Statement for this project, however, mitigation measures and best management practices will reduce the likelihood of, or minimize effects on identified significant wildlife habitat. As noted in Section 3.2.5.1, habitat for Monarch (Danaus plexippus) may use cultural meadow (CUM) communities within the study area and are considered Significant Wildlife Habitat, and as such, are afforded protection under the Provincial Policy Statement. 4.2 A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020) provides a long-term framework which aims to manage growth, build complete communities, curb urban sprawl and protect the natural environment. A Place to Grow designates Downtown Kitchener as an Urban Growth Centre. Section 2.2.3 describes how urban growth centres will be planned as focal points for accommodating population and employment growth. 27 Page 102 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Pursuant to sub -section 2.2.3 of the Growth Plan, Downtown Kitchener will be planned to achieve, by 2031 or earlier, a minimum density target of 200 residents and jobs combined per hectare. The Plan recognizes the continued revitalization of urban growth centres as meeting places, locations for cultural facilities, public institutions, and major services and transit hubs with the potential to become more vibrant, mixed-use, transit - supportive communities. Sub -section 3.2.6 of the Growth Plan outlines policies specific to wastewater systems. Municipal wastewater systems will be planned, designed, constructed, or expanded in accordance with, among others, opportunities for optimization and improved efficiency within existing systems will be prioritized and supported by strategies for energy and water conservation and water demand management. Relevance to this Study: The Study Area is located within the built up area of the Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan Area. The Study Area does not traverse the designated Downtown Kitchener Urban Growth Centre boundary. The Growth Plan was considered in the evaluation of upgrade and expansion options. 4.3 Region of Waterloo Official Plan On Dec. 22, 2010, the Province of Ontario approved the new Regional Official Plan with modifications. The new Regional Official Plan is the Region of Waterloo's guiding document for directing growth over the next 20 years. All future land -use development, transportation and infrastructure within Waterloo Region, must conform to the policies, goals and objectives of the Regional Official Plan. The following chapters of the Regional Official Plan are relevant to the Project: Chapter 5. Addressing Waterloo Region's Infrastructure Needs Chapter 7. The Greenlands Network Chapter 8. Source Water Protection Relevance to this Study: An objective in Chapter 5 is to "plan and manage municipal wastewater systems to reduce future treatment capacity requirements, optimize the use of existing wastewater treatment plants and protect, improve or restore water quality and quantity in receiving waters". This study has evaluated upgrade and expanding the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station to optimize use of existing infrastructure. 28 Page 103 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment The Study Area is located within the Built -Up Area and Urban Designated Greenfield Areas as per Map 3a (Urban Area). The existing Otterbein Station property is within the Built -Up Area. The upgrade and expansion options are adjacent to Significant Valleys and Core Environmental Features as per Map 4 (Greenlands Network). Pursuant to Map 6a (Urban Area Source Water Protection Areas), the Study Area falls within the Wellhead Protection Sensitive Area 2 (WPSA 2): "Wellhead Protection Areas are the total area of land which contributes water to a municipal drinking -water supply well. Within each Wellhead Protection Area, one or more Wellhead Protection Sensitivity Areas (WPSA) may be delineated. The purpose of these designations is to prevent land uses involving hazardous chemicals and/or substances, disease causing organisms and land uses that increase the vulnerability of groundwater from becoming water quantity and/or quality risks to municipal drinking -water supply wells." As per the Regional Official Plan WPSA 2 delineates high sensitivity areas found within the two-year time of travel to a municipal drinking -water supply well. Development applications within the WPSA 2 designation will comply with, among others, the following: (d) individual wastewater treatment systems, private wells, pipelines, sewers, stormwater management ponds (or other ponds) and plans of subdivision or vacant land condominiums may be permitted subject to further study in accordance with Policy 8.A.4. Because the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is an existing facility, proposed upgrades should fall within amendments to the Environmental Compliance Approval. Furthermore, all proposed upgrades have the intent of mitigating the possibility of future spills and is therefore seen as a positive change with respect to The Region's source water protection policies. 4.4 City of Kitchener Official Plan The City of Kitchener Official Plan, as approved, with modifications by the Region of Waterloo on November 19, 2014 along with The City's growth management strategy, provide the framework for managing and addressing future growth, land uses and environmental protection. The following sections of the Official Plan are relevant to the Project: Section 3. Kitchener Structure Section 6. Public Health and Safety 29 Page 104 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Section 7. Natural Heritage and Environmental Management Section 14. Servicing and Utilities Relevance to this Study: The City's Official Plan policies were considered in the evaluation of alternatives. Key objectives of Section 14, among others, are: "14.1.1. To provide infrastructure, municipal services and utilities in a coordinated, efficient and cost-effective manner to meet the City's current and projected needs. 14.1.2. To maximize the use of existing municipal services and utilities before consideration is given to extending and/or developing new municipal services." Planning estimates have been confirmed as part of the background work for this study and upgrade and expansion options have been evaluated to identify a preferred solution that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the catchment area while also considering environmental effects. Pursuant to Section 14 Policy 14.C.1.18, the City will direct and accommodate growth and development in a manner that promotes the efficient use and optimization of existing municipal sanitary services and minimize the number of pumping stations required. This study has evaluated various upgrade and expansion options. Section 14 Policy 14.C.1.2 indicates that municipal services and utilities which are required to service the public will be permitted to locate in any land use designation. The City of Kitchener Official Plan designates the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property as Low Rise Residential in accordance with Map 3 (Land Use) with adjacent land use consisting of Natural Heritage Conservation. According to the City of Kitchener Official Plan Map 6 (Natural Heritage System), the Study Area east and south of the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station include Kitchener Core Natural Heritage Features. The Study Area also includes One Zone Flood Plain Policy Area and Slope Erosion Hazard area as per Map 7 (Natural Hazards). As per Section 14, Policy 14.C.1.3 "Notwithstanding Policy 14.C.1.2, where construction of a road on a new right-of-way, widening or upgrading of an existing roadway, construction or upgrading of a trunk sewer, trunk watermain, gas pipeline or electrical transmission line, wastewater treatment facility, waste management facility or groundwater taking project is proposed within or on lands adjacent to designated Natural Heritage Conservation, the submission of an Environmental Impact Study, or other appropriate study, in accordance with the policies in Section 17.E.11 will be 30 Page 105 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment required." The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is not adjacent to the Natural Heritage Conservation lands, however; Options 3 and 4 evaluated through this study are on lands directly adjacent to Natural Heritage Conservation lands. The Walter Bean Grand River Trails traverses along Kolb Creek and is designated as a Secondary Multi -Use Pathway/Connection (Type 2) in accordance with Map 11 (Integrated Transportation System). Pursuant to Section 7 Policy 7.C.1.1, Source Water Protection Areas are designated in the Regional Official Plan and identified on Map 8 and policies that are applied to them are in the Regional Official Plan. These policies and their relevance to this project are discussed in Section 4.3. Map 8 (Source Water Protection Areas) shows the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is located within the Wellhead Protection Sensitive Area 2 (WPSA 2). Conservation Authorities Act The Grand River Conservation Authority is authorized by the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourse Regulation (Ontario Regulation 152/06 also known as the "Generic Regulation"). These Regulations, passed under the Conservation Authorities Act, regulate natural and hazardous areas such as areas within and adjacent to rivers or stream valleys, areas that are subject to the hazards of flooding and erosion, and areas within and adjacent to wetlands areas. Relevance to this Study: Grand River Conservation Authority mapping indicates that portions of the Study Area are within the Regulation Limit associated within the floodplain to the Grand River and Kolb Creek, regulated watercourses, wetland, and slope valley areas. A Permit under Ontario Regulation 150/06 is required as the proposed works fall within the Grand River Conservation Authority regulated area. 4.6 Grand River Source Protection Area An update of the Grand River Source Protection Plan came into effect on February 15, 2022. The Plan consists of two volumes. Volume 1 provides the history of source protection planning and the Clean Water Act, plan objectives, and description of the watershed. Volume 2 contains the policies applicable to each municipality. Relevance to this Study: The Study Area is located within the Grand River Source Protection Plan and as such, source water protection was reviewed and considered as part of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study. Volume 2: Chapter 10 contains policies applicable to Region of Waterloo, including Policy RW -MC -12 (Sewage System or Sewage Works — Sanitary Sewers and Related Pipes). 31 Page 106 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 5. Phase 1: Problem or Opportunity Statement Phase 1 of the five -phase Municipal Class EA planning process requires the proponent of an undertaking (i.e., the City) to first document factors leading to the conclusion that the improvement is needed, and to develop a clear statement of the identified problems or opportunities to be addressed. As such, the Problem/Opportunity Statement is the main starting point in the undertaking of a MCEA and becomes the central theme and integrating element of the Project. It also assists in setting the scope of the Project. The following problem or opportunity statement has been developed for this study: The intent of this study is to review upgrade and expansion requirements for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and associated infrastructure to address age and expected lifespan as well as to meet current standards. The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station is also currently operating without overflow event measures The objective is to determine a preferred solution for the Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station that meets the needs of existing customers and future development in the area while considering environmental effects 32 Page 107 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 6. Phase 2: Alternative Solutions Identification of Alternatives Phase 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process involves identifying and assessing reasonable alternative upgrade and expansion options for the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and associated infrastructure in order to recommend a preferred solution that addresses the Phase 1 Problem or Opportunity Statement. The following conceptual Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and expansion options have been identified for this study: Option 1: Upgrade and Expand Existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station without Emergency Storage Tank — onsite Option 2: Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and adjacent site Option I Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and private property Option 4: Extend sewers to new Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with Emergency Storage Tank — private property 6.2 Approach to Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Siting Options Potential sites for a new sanitary sewage pumping station and/or emergency storage tank were reviewed with the City in developing possible alternatives for further review. Candidate sites were required to accommodate the structures along with ancillary works and be in close proximity to the existing station to avoid the need for repumping (i.e., downgradient to the end point of the collection system). This resulted in two possible geographic areas — the existing and adjacent municipal property and private property located to the south as captured in in the options identified in Section 6.1. The alternatives were further delineated to include consideration for an emergency storage tank to separately evaluate the additional land requirements and associated cost. 6.3 Evaluation Criteria and Methodology To identify the preliminary recommended preferred solution, criteria (Table 6-1) have been developed to evaluate the alternative solutions. 33 Page 108 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 6-1: Evaluation Criteria Category Land Use ■ Potential effects on existing or approved/planned land uses ■ Potential for conforming with provincial and municipal plans and policies ■ Anticipated Site Plan approval and land acquisition requirements Technical ■ Constructability ■ Impact on operations and maintenance ■ Access and maintenance ■ Future infrastructure coordination opportunities or implementation risks ■ Traffic impacts during construction, including expected lane/sidewalk closures and disruption to public transit Natural ■ Potential effects on terrestrial habitat and species Environment ■ Potential effects on aquatic habitat and species ■ Potential effects on species at risk and their habitat ■ Potential effects on surface and groundwater ■ Potential to encounter soil and water contamination ■ Anticipated environmental permitting and approval considerations Socio -Economic - Disruption to residences, institutions, businesses, and recreational Environment facilities during construction (noise, air, vibration, access) Climate Change Potential carbon footprint (e.g., energy usage, use of construction materials, construction methods and operations). ■ Potential resilience to extreme weather events Cultural ■ Potential effects on archaeological resources Environment ■ Potential effects on built heritage resources and cultural heritage landscapes Cost ■ Cost of construction, including property acquisition ■ Cost of operations and maintenance A comparative evaluation was completed for each project component using the noted criteria. Alternatives were rated based on their potential constraints relative to the other alternatives as follows: High Constraints (Less Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately Preferred) Low Constraints (More Preferred) The evaluation was completed using professional judgement and was informed through the existing conditions (Section 3). Input solicited from the public, agencies, stakeholders and Indigenous Communities was also considered and incorporated, as applicable. 6.4 Evaluation of Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options Table 6-2 details the comparative evaluation for Options 1, 2, 3 and 4. The Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion siting options are conceptually shown in Figure 6-1. 34 Page 109 of 133 a t ©, QnanLo=ario� O Option 2: Upgrade & expand existing SSPS _ with new Emergency i Storage Tank (EST) —; - ` onsite & adjacent site . n Legend Trail af$ Watercourse et Waterbody •'qW, O Parcel Patric . Alternative It Figure 6-1: Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options ti0 10 CC �o-es r ;.. ,,.' ,.__ _` r....�`• _ TT:F wr` •�?�. Otterbein SSPS Class EA r� - SSPS Upgrade and Expansion Options i Apr, 2022 1:1,000 Option 3: Upgrade & expand existing SSPS Option 4: Extend sewers p` to SSPS EST J A_CQM �rSere s-1 with new EST - onsite new with &private property - pnvateproper[y Ply— 11 ^, nen a M i' m e o�:5mz w ei�• as City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 6-2: Evaluation of Alternative Upgrade and Expansion Options Category Criteria ■. Existing SSPS without EST - ■. Existing SSPS with new EST - Option Existing SYS with new EST - ■.tion 4: Extend sewers to new Details Onsite ■ Upgrade pumps, piping, and associated Onsite and Adjacent Site ■Upgrade pumps, piping, and associated Onsite ■ Construct new sewerto/from existing ■ Extend existing gravity sewer to new electrical and instrument components electrical and instrument components SSPS to new EST SSPS site with EST. ■ Overflow to Grand River ■ New Emergency Storage Tank (EST) ■ Overflow to Grand River ■ Construct new forcemain ■ Overflow to Grand River ■ Overflow to Grand River Land Use Potential effects on existing or ■ No potential effects on existing or ■ No potential effects on existing or ■ Use of this property impacts potential ■ Use of this property impacts potential approved/planned land uses. approved/planned land use approved/planned land use for alternate uses for alternate uses Land Use Potential for conforming with ■ Proposed upgrades and expansion ■ Proposed upgrades and expansion ■ Proposed upgrades and expansion ■ Proposed new SSPS conforms with provincial and municipal plans conforms with approved plans and conforms with approved plans and conforms with approved plans and approved plans and policies and policies policies policies policies ■ Provides additional capacity for future ■ Provides additional capacity for future ■ Provides additional capacity for future ■ Provides additional capacity for future community growth and improved community growth community growth and improved community growth and improved service to existing community through service to existing community through service to existing community through provision of emergency storage provision of emergency storage provision of emergency storage Land Use Anticipated Site Plan approval ■ No Site Plan approval required ■ Site Plan approval may be required ■ Site Plan approval required ■ Site Plan approval required for a new and land acquisition ■ No land acquisition required ■ No land acquisition required ■ Requires land acquisition SSPS with EST considerations ■ Requires land acquisition Land Use Evaluation Ranking Low Constraints (More Preferred) Low Constraints (More Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately Preferred) High Constraints (Less Preferred) Technical Constmctability ■ VMII not meet City's standards for ■ Can meet the City's standards for ■ Requires EST at greater depth of ■ Requires wetwell and EST at greater Environment emergency storage/ overflow emergency storage/ overflow excavation and sewer to convey to this depth of excavation to convey to this requirements requirements location and back location ■ Requirement to maintain pumping via ■ Requirement to maintain pumping via ■ Need to intercept and extend gravity ■ Need to intercept and extend gravity bypass pumping, upgrades to process, bypass pumping, upgrades to process, sewer, new overflow sewer, new forcemain connection, new civil, mechanical, electrical, and civil, mechanical, electrical, and ■ Private property has concerns with overflow instrumentation will require scheduling instrumentation will require scheduling slope erosion ■ Construction more readily accommodated by constructing entirely in new location ■ Private property has concerns with slope erosion Technical Impact on operations and ■ Expanded facility will address ■ Expanded facility will address ■ Additional operations and maintenance ■ Additional operations and maintenance Environment maintenance operations and maintenance issues operations and maintenance issues related to two separate facilities and related to additional gravity sewer and existing deficiencies and existing deficiencies additional gravity sewer length length Technical Access and maintenance ■ Provides for good access ■ Provides for good access ■ Provides for good access ■ Provides for good access Environment ■ Upgrade and expansion of existing ■ Upgrade and expansion of existing ■ Upgrade and expansion of existing ■ New SSPS and EST, limited need for Otterbein SSPS, limited need for Otterbein SSPS with new EST, limited Otterbein SSPS with new EST, limited significant maintenance in short term significant maintenance in short term need for significant maintenance in need for significant maintenance in short term short term Technical Future infrastructure ■ No infrastructure coordination ■ No infrastructure coordination ■ Requires coordination with future ■ Requires coordination with future Environment coordination opportunities or opportunities identified opportunities identified extension of Ottawa Street North extension of Ottawa Street North implementation risks ■ Implementation risks related to ■ Implementation risks related to ■ Implementation risks related to ■ Implementation risks related to maintaining pumping via bypass maintaining pumping via bypass maintaining existing Otterbein SSPS maintaining existing Otterbein SSPS pumping pumping during tie-ins to new EST during construction ■ More extensive below grade ■ More extensive below grade infrastructure installation with new EST infrastructure installation with new EST and sewer; risk that buried conditions and extension of gravity sewer and may impact schedule and cost forcemain; risk that buried conditions may impact schedule and cost Pagel 11 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Category Criteria O. Existing SSPS without EST — Option Existing SSPS with new EST — Existing SSPS with new EST — 0.tion 4: Extend sewers to new Technical Implementation timing -ability to Onsite ■ Less extensive construction (upgrades Onsite and Adjacent Site ■ Less extensive construction (upgrades Onsite and Private Property ■ More time anticipated to be required to SSPS with EST —Private Property ■ More time anticipated to be required to Environment meet fast in-service date. to Otterbein SSPS) requiring less time to Otterbein SSPS and new EST) accommodate more extensive accommodate more extensive requiring less time construction (emergency storage tank construction (full station and ■ Adjacent property is owned by the City, and new sewer) emergency storage tank with gravity but will require time for infrastructure ■ Anticipate more time to negotiate sewer extension and new forcemain) relocation purchase of property ■ Anticipate more time to negotiate purchase of property Technical Traffic impacts during ■ No traffic impacts anticipated during ■ No traffic impacts anticipated during ■ Potential for traffic impacts anticipated ■ Potential for traffic impacts anticipated Environment construction, including expected construction construction during construction with construction of during construction with extension of lane/sidewalk closures and new sewer in right-of-way gravity sewer and forcemain disruption to public transit. Technical Environment Evaluation Ranking Medium Constraints (Moderately Preferred) Low Constraints (More Preferred) High Constraints (Less Preferred) High Constraints (Less Preferred) Natural Potential effects on ■ No potential for effects to aquatic ■ Low potential for effects to aquatic ■ No potential for effects to aquatic habitat ■ Low potential effects to aquatic habitat Environment terrestrial/aquatic habitat and habitat habitat ■ Low potential for effects to natural ■ Low potential effects to terrestrial species. ■ Low potential for effects to natural ■ Low potential for effects to natural environment - potential tree and habitat as a result of vegetation environment - potential tree and environment - potential tree and vegetation removal removals within the property vegetation removal vegetation removal ■ New EST is adjacent to woodland and ■ New SSPS and EST are adjacent to ■ Existing SSPS property consists ■ Existing SSPS property and adjacent wetland vegetation communities. The woodland and wetland vegetation primarily of manicured open space and site consists primarily of mowed lawn proposed location is also within a communities. The proposed location is some trees. and planted Norway spruce trees. valley slope and erosion hazard area also within a valley slope and erosion associated with the Grand River and hazard area associated with the Grand within the GRCA Regulation Limit. A River and within the GRCA Regulation watercourse is also present at the Limit. A watercourse is also present at north end of this location the north end of this location Natural Potential effects on species at ■ No potential to effect SAR or SAR ■ No potential to effect SAR or SAR ■ Low to medium potential to impact ■ Low to medium potential to impact Environment risk (SAR) and SAR habitat. habitat on the existing property habitat on the existing property SAR or SAR habitat within the CUM1-1 SAR or SAR habitat within the CUM1-1 ■ Low potential to impact SAR or SAR ■ Low potential to impact SAR or SAR vegetation community. vegetation community. habitat in the nearby riparian areas habitat in the nearby riparian areas ■ Low potential to impact SAR or SAR ■ Low potential to impact SAR or SAR within Kolb Creek within Kolb Creek habitat in the nearby woodland areas, habitat in the nearby woodland areas, ■ Low to medium potential to impact ■ Low to medium potential to impact however, target species survey may be however, target species survey may be SAR or SAR habitat within the CUM 1-1 SAR or SAR habitat within the CUM 1-1 required if selected as the preferred required if selected as the preferred vegetation community associated with vegetation community associated with solution solution overflow connection overflow connection Natural Potential to encounter soil and ■ Low potential to encounter soil and ■ Low potential to encounter soil and ■ Low potential to encounter soil and ■ Low potential to encounter soil and Environment water contamination and waste water contamination —to be confirmed water contamination—to be confirmed water contamination—to be confirmed water contamination— to be confirmed disposal. during geotechnical investigation during geotechnical investigation during geotechnical investigation during geotechnical investigation Natural Anticipated environmental ■ Located in GRCA Regulation Limits ■ Located in GRCA Regulation Limits ■ Located in GRCA Regulation Limits ■ Located in GRCA Regulation Limits Environment permitting and approval ■ No environmental permitting ■ GRCA permit may be required for the ■ Permit will be required from the GRCA ■ Permit will be required from the GRCA considerations. anticipated for the work on Otterbein work on Otterbein Rd SSPS and ■ May require a tree inventory to ■ May require a tree inventory to Rd SSPS property adjacent property, including document required removals based on document required removals based on ■ GRCA permit may be required for emergency overflow connection the construction footprint and for use in the construction footprint and for use in overflow to Grand River ■ May require a tree inventory to consideration of replacement plantings consideration of replacement plantings ■ Authorization under the Endangered document required removals based on ■ Due to the proximity of natural heritage ■ Due to the proximity of natural heritage Species Act, 2007 maybe required for the construction footprint and for use in features, there is potential for the SAR features. there is potential for the SAR the following SAR if habitat identified consideration of replacement plantings and SOCC and their habitat to be and SOCC and their habitat to be within the CUM1-1 D -Moist Old resent, as well as the potential for present, as well as the potential for Page 112 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Category Criteria O. Existing SSPS without EST — •. Existing SSPS with new EST — Option 3: Upgrade and Expand Existing SSPS with new EST — 0.tion 4: Extend sewers to new Onsite Field Meadow Type) community Onsite and Adjacent Site ■ Emergency overflow may potentially Onsite and Private Property impacts to these species and their SSPS with EST —Private Property impacts to these species and their cannot be avoided with regards to the traverse CUM 1-1 directly south of the habitat to occur as a result of habitat to occur as a result of overflow connection: Otterbein Rd SSPS development. Target species surveys development. Target species surveys ■ Bobolink ■ Authorization under the Endangered may be required may be required ■ Eastern Meadowlark Species Act, 2007 maybe required for ■ Authorization under the Endangered ■ Authorization under the Endangered ■ Barn Swallow the following SAR if habitat identified Species Act, 2007 maybe required for Species Act, 2007 maybe required for ■ Bank Swallow within the CUM1-1 (Dry -Moist Old the following SAR if habitat identified the following SAR if habitat identified ■ Monarch Field Meadow Type) community within the CUM1-1 (Dry -Moist Old within the CUM1-1 (Dry -Moist Old cannot be avoided: Field Meadow Type) community Field Meadow Type) community ■ Bobolink cannot be avoided: cannot be avoided: ■ Eastern Meadowlark ■ Bobolink ■ Bobolink ■ Barn Swallow ■ Eastern Meadowlark ■ Eastern Meadowlark ■ Bank Swallow ■ Barn Swallow ■ Barn Swallow ■ Monarch ■ Bank Swallow ■ Bank Swallow ■ Monarch ■ Monarch ■ Requires a detailed environmental ■ Requires a detailed environmental monitoring plan monitoring plan Natural Potential effects on surface ■ No impacts on surface water ■ Potential for dewatering during ■ Potential for dewatering during ■ Potential for dewatering during Environment water and groundwater. anticipated construction —to be confirmed during construction—to be confirmed during construction—to be confirmed during ■ Located within WHPA-Wellhead hydrogeological investigation hydrogeological investigation hydrogeological investigation Protection Area -B ■ Located within WHPA-Wellhead ■ Located within WHPA-Wellhead ■ Located within WHPA-Wellhead Protection Area -B Protection Area -B Protection Area -B Natural Environment Low Constraints (More Preferred) Low Constraints (More Preferred) Medium Constrains (Moderately Preferred) Medium Constrains (Moderately Evaluation Ranking Preferred) Socio- Disruption to residences, ■ Minimal temporary disruptions (noise) ■ Minimal temporary disruptions (noise) ■ Temporary disruptions (noise, potential ■ Temporary disruptions (noise, potential Economic institutions, businesses and to surrounding residents anticipated to surrounding residents anticipated lane closures) to surrounding residents lane closures) to surrounding residents Environment recreational facilities during during construction during construction anticipated with construction of new anticipated with construction of a new construction (noise, air, ■ No disruptions to residential accesses ■ No disruptions to residential accesses EST and sewer SSPS and extension of gravity sewer vibration, access) ■ Potential for temporary disruption to ■ Potential for temporary disruption to ■ No disruptions to residential accesses and forcemain Grand Valley Trail and Walter Bean Grand Valley Trail and Walter Bean ■ Potential for temporary disruption to ■ No disruptions to residential accesses Grand River Trail users Grand River Trail users Grand Valley Trail and Walter Bean ■ Potential for temporary disruption to Grand River Trail users Grand Valley Trail and Walter Bean Grand River Trail users Socio -Economic Environment Low Constraints (More Preferred) Low Constraints (More Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately Evaluation Ranking Preferred) Climate Potential carbon footprint (e.g., ■ Smaller carbon footprint related to less ■ Smaller carbon footprint related to less ■ Moderate carbon footprint related to ■ Highest carbon footprint related to use Change energy usage, use of construction materials construction materials use of more construction materials of more construction materials construction materials, construction methods and operations) Climate Potential resilience to extreme ■ Proposed works are within regulated ■ Proposed works are within regulated ■ Proposed works are within regulated ■ Proposed works are within regulated Change weather events floodplain (poses risk of flooding) floodplain (poses risk of flooding) floodplain (poses risk of flooding) floodplain (poses risk of flooding) ■ No EST to mitigate spill and basement ■ EST mitigates spill & basement flooding ■ EST mitigates spill & basement flooding ■ EST mitigates spill & basement flooding flooding Climate Change Evaluation Medium Constraints (Moderately Low Constraints (More Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately High Constraints (Less Preferred) Ranking Preferred) Preferred) Page 113 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Category Criteria O. Existing SSPS without EST — •. Existing SSPS with new EST — Option 3: Upgrade and Expand Existing SSPS with new EST — 0.tion 4: Extend sewers to new Cultural Potential effects on Onsite ■ Existing SSPS site is disturbed (no Onsite and Adjacent Site ■ Existing SSPS site and adjacent site Onsite and Private Property ■ Stage 2 archaeological assessment is SSPS with EST —Private Property ■ Stage 2 archaeological assessment is Environment archaeological resources further work anticipated) are disturbed (no further work required for Option 3 for all areas of required for Option 4 for all areas of ■ Various options for the associated anticipated) potentially undisturbed land within the potentially undisturbed land within the outfall routing/connection will be ■ Various options for the associated outfall construction footprint construction footprint considered for the preferred solution routing/connection will be considered for during preliminary design. Once the the preferred solution during preliminary area of project impacts has been design. Once the area of project impacts determined during the preliminary and has been determined during the detailed design phases of the Project, preliminary and detailed design phases only the undisturbed land that will be of the Project, only the undisturbed land impacted by this project will require a that will be impacted by this project will Stage 2 archaeological assessment, if require a Stage 2 archaeological any assessment, if any Cultural Potential for disruption of built ■ There is no potential for disruption to ■ There is no potential for disruption to ■ Low potential for disruption to built ■ Low potential for disruption to built Environment heritage resources and cultural built heritage resources or cultural built heritage resources or cultural heritage resources and cultural heritage heritage resources and cultural heritage heritage landscapes heritage landscapes heritage landscapes landscapes landscapes ■ The existing SSPS does not constitute ■ The existing SSPS does not constitute as a built heritage resource as it is not as a built heritage resource as it is not over 40 years of age and does not have over 40 years of age and does not have design/physical value, associative design/physical value, associative value value or contextual value or contextual value Cultural Environment Low Constraints (More Preferred) Low Constraints (More Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately Medium Constraints (Moderately Evaluation Ranking Preferred) Preferred) Cost Cost of construction, including ■ Lowest cost of all Options: $1,950,000 ■ Second lowest cost of all options: ■ Second highest cost to address ■ Highest cost of all options to construct property acquisition ■ No land acquisition required $3,670,000 deficiencies and construct new EST new SSPS and EST: $8,800,000 ■ No land acquisition required $4,260,000 ■ Requires land acquisition ■ Requires land acquisition Cost Cost of operation / ■ Same as existing ■ Slight increase to Option 1 with ■ Increased with 2 facilities in separate ■ Similar to Option 2 maintenance maintenance of EST locations and additional sewer Cost Evaluation Ranking Low Constraints (More Preferred) Medium Constraints (Moderately Medium Constraints (Moderately High Constraints (Less Preferred) Preferred) Preferred) Preferred Alternative? No Yes No No (Yes/No) Note: "Do Nothing" was not evaluated in detail as it does not address the problem or opportunity statement Page 114 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 6.5 Preferred Solution and Rationale The preferred solution is Option 2: Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and adjacent site. The rationale for selecting Option 2, as conceptually shown in Figure 6-2, as the preliminary preferred solution is based on a combination of the following key factors: Requires minimal tree and vegetation removal and has a smaller carbon footprint due to less construction materials Can meet the City's standards for emergency overflow requirements An Emergency Storage Tank mitigates spill & basement flooding The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station site and adjacent property are disturbed from an archaeological perspective (no further archaeological work anticipated). The associated outfall routing/connection will be confirmed during preliminary design. Once the area of project impacts has been determined, only the undisturbed land that will be impacted, if any, will require a Stage 2 archaeological assessment (and further assessments, as required) during the early stages of detailed design prior to any ground - disturbing construction activities. Lower overall construction cost without the need to purchase additional property. 40 Page 115 of 133 a l � Legend .... Trail - .•ti . eq++ - Waterbody QParcel Fabric �s p Option 2: Upgrade & ®o tion 2 expand existing SSPS with new Emergency _ study Area Storage Tank (EST) — 0 Catchment Area onsite & adjacent site , a a ii �r r tiP f W r 0 5 10 2I0 301 401 50 W ]0 1 1 I I I MMres ni i Otterbein SSPS Class EA ,{f A Apr, 2022 11,000 .. - s-1R .. � eossl see ..,yw. oo .a,�`'"` „•, a -.p..: /CCDM Figure 6-2 - a - v. merP rmrumerc°wr°mam I _ �� City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 7. Preferred Undertaking - Project Description 7.1 Design Considerations 7.1.1 Pumping Station Option 2 involves upgrades to the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station including: New pumps to provide firm capacity of 165 L/s Upgrades to piping and valves to address existing condition Standby power replacement New grinders on incoming sewer line Re -implementation of odour control management system Health and safety upgrades Electrical, instrumentation and SCADA upgrades; addition of air conditioning unit; new wet well ventilation fan Structural and building repairs; aesthetic improvements Site improvements New emergency storage tank on adjacent property Relocation of existing stormwater infrastructure on adjacent property Emergency overflow connection to existing stormwater pipe The location of the proposed emergency storage tank and the two potential overflow connections being considered are conceptually shown in Figure 7-1. 7.1.2 Emergency Storage Tank The City of Kitchener Design Standards state that the emergency response time in the event of an overflow is a minimum of one hour at peak flow. Option 2 includes the addition of emergency storage on the site adjacent to the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station property which will provide, at minimum, one hour of storage at the peak flow of 165 L/s. The exact location and tank dimensions will be determined during preliminary design. 42 Page 117 of 133 Figure 7-1: Proposed Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Site Layout 1 PROPOS 10L VPDATEO INFILTRATION GALLERY. I 1 ) REMOVE ANO RELOCATE EXISTING INFILTRATON GALLERY I I - -_ I ETORAGRGEN ^V 3T0 STANKIK OVERFLOj // /"-EMIERGENCYSTORAGE TANK SAFETY KLE((FO \\\ / I\\ FEED TO AND FROM / ROEMAINTOEE PROTECTEOI SDPPORTED IN PLACE l X �\ —ElF] I /y EXISTING OTTERDEINSPS-PROPOSED \ \ EQUIPMENT AND FACILITY LIPGRADES NEWGRINDER el I CHAMBER PROPOSED OVERFLOW `�\ \� /I PIPE TOGTORMI\\ LIMB OF WATERMAIN FIACEMENT 1 � �\ _ \v •� .. �, A_ 13 z�oF �ommwATERMnIN INsruLEDI EXISTINGVALVEOHAMRER 0 8.25 12.5 Pa e118of1 � � 9 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 7.1.3 Emergency Overflow Ontario Design Guidelines for Sewage Pumping Stations suggest provision of a controlled, high-level wet well overflow to supplement alarm systems and emergency power generation for use during possible periods of extensive power outages, mandatory power reductions, or uncontrollable emergency conditions. It also recommends that where a high level overflow is utilized, consideration should also be given to the installation of storage/detention tanks. Therefore, in addition to the emergency storage tank, a high level overflow will be installed at the station and is anticipated to only be used as a last resort in unanticipated and extreme emergency conditions. It is noted that there are several intermediary measures in place to help prevent the possibility of overflows; these include: Level transmitters with alarms at high levels; as well as backup devices to the primary devices Pumping equipment redundancy to accommodate equipment failure Standby power to address any electrical outages — which are maintained and exercised on a regular basis Operator response to implement bypass pumping to the forcemain; or alternatively hauling sewage to other facilities Therefore, implementation of a high level overflow is intended as a last resort to prevent sewage backups in the system (and spills to basements) as well as spills to the environment. The local (adjacent site) stormwater outfall discharges to the Kolb Creek system. It was determined preferrable to connect the overflow to the stormwater system on Otterbein Road that discharges directly to the Grand River. Figure 7-1 shows the preferred alignment for the proposed overflow pipe, as well as a possible alternative route. The point of connection to this system will be confirmed during preliminary design. 7.1.4 Property and Easement Requirements The Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and adjacent property on which the Emergency storage is proposed are both City -owned lands. 7.1.5 Climate Change Considerations Climate change considerations included ensuring that the station upgrades include resiliency to more extreme storm events. These include: Implementation of emergency storage 44 Page 119 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Installation of new standby power to support the higher capacity pumps and support the station's ability to maintain service under power outages Per Ontario Design Guidelines for Sewage Pumping Stations, ensuring pumping station structures and electrical and mechanical equipment are protected from physical damage by the 100 -year design flood event. Sewage pumping stations should remain fully operational and accessible during the 25 -year flood event. In addition, climate mitigation includes reduction of carbon emissions both during construction and over the long term operation of the station; these considerations include: Maintenance of construction equipment to ensure exhaust emissions are within industry standards Design of pumping units for optimal energy usage Use of energy efficiency features in the station (e.g., LED lighting fixtures) 7.2 Cost Estimate The preliminary estimated cost of the preferred undertaking is $6.4M. A more detailed breakdown is provided below. Table 7-1: Preliminary Construction Cost Estimate Component Replace the existing pumps with three new pumps for future flows 3 EA $288,600 VFDs 3 EA $124,800 Process upgrades (gate valves/piping) 1 LS $57,200 Grinder in inlet sewer 1 LS $825,500 Instrumentation 1 LS $11,700 MCC & electrical 1 EA $222,300 Replace the existing generator and diesel tank, and upgrade control panel to digital system 1 LS $275,600 Building 1 LS $59,800 HVAC 1 LS $117,000 Install overflow 1 EA $54,000 Landscaping - fencing, asphalt 1 EA $110,500 Construct Emergency storage tank 1 LS $1,471,000 45 Page 120 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 111 • •• mg• Site Plan approval and a building permit. Detailed Design Relocate existing infiltration trench 1 LS $ 30,000 Relocate Safety Kleen Inlet Sewer 1 LS $15,000 Subtotal that have been prescribed by the Water Taking EASR Regulation — O. $3,663,000 Temporary pumping (contingency) the Environmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR) instead of a Permit $200,000 Mobilization / Demobilization 1% Contravention of the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 is not $36,630 Insurance 2.50% bird season (April 1 to August 31). $91,575 Subtotal Not applicable 2020; however, mitigation measures and best management practices will $32991,000 Engineering 20% Habitat. $798,000 Contractor O/H and profit 10% $399,000 Contingency 30% $1,197,000 Total $6,385,000 7.3 Approvals and Permits The anticipated permits and approvals required prior to construction are summarized in Table 7-2. Permitting requirements will be confirmed during the preliminary and detailed design phases of the Project and where required, will require additional consultation with the applicable regulatory agencies. Table 7-2: Anticipated Permits and Approvals Approval Site Plan approval and a building permit. Detailed Design Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Environmental Detailed Design Compliance Approval A Permit to Take Water under the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA) Detailed Design may be required. A Permit to Take Water is required for any water takings that exceed 50,000 Litres per day, except for certain water taking activities that have been prescribed by the Water Taking EASR Regulation — O. Reg. 63/16. These prescribed water -taking activities require registration in the Environmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR) instead of a Permit to Take Water. Contravention of the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 is not Not applicable anticipated provided any vegetation removal occurs outside of the breeding bird season (April 1 to August 31). There are no permits to be obtained under the Provincial Policy Statement, Not applicable 2020; however, mitigation measures and best management practices will reduce the likelihood of, or minimize effects on identified Significant Wildlife Habitat. 46 Page 121 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment ••• • Authorization under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 may be required for Detailed Design the following Species at Risk if habitat identified within the CUM 1-1 community cannot be avoided: - Bobolink - Eastern Meadowlark - Barn Swallow - Bank Swallow - Monarch A Permit under Ontario Regulation 150/06 is required as the proposed Detailed Design works fall within Grand River Conservation Authority regulated area. 7.4 Additional Studies and Commitments The following additional future work should be completed during the preliminary or detailed design stage for the preferred option: Development of an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan should be prepared during Detailed Design for the works which includes required monitoring of the protective measures. A tree inventory to document required removals based on the construction footprint and for use in consideration of replacement plantings, if any. Stage 2 archaeological assessment (and any further assessments), if required. Indigenous Communities interested in participating should be engaged prior to undertaking any future archaeological assessments. Consult with Grand River Conservation Authority and Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks regarding Source Water Protection requirements, as needed. Preliminary comments have been received and reviewed from the Region of Waterloo. 7.5 Preliminary Project Schedule Following completion and approval of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study, the City will complete the preliminary design and detailed design phases of the Project, including securing permits and approvals. This will take place in 2023-2024. Construction is to commence in 2025 with the upgraded Otterbein station anticipated to be in operation by late 2025 / early 2026. Please note that timing is subject to Council approval and funding. 47 Page 122 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 8. Potential Environmental Effects, Mitigation Measures and Commitments 8.1 Potential Effects and Mitigation Measures Potential effects related to construction of the proposed upgrade and expansion of the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new emergency storage tank — onsite and adjacent site (Option 2) will be limited to the duration and location of construction. Based on the works associated with Option 2, and proposed construction techniques, construction is expected to have varied environmental effects. By incorporating proper best management practices and construction techniques, adverse construction related effects can be minimized. To address potential effects, the following approach was taken: Avoidance: The priority is to prevent the occurrence of negative or adverse environmental effects associated with construction of Option 2. Mitigation: Where adverse environmental effects cannot be avoided, it will be necessary to develop appropriate measures to eliminate, or reduce to some degree, the negative effects associated with construction of Option 2. Compensation: In situations where appropriate mitigation measures are not available, or significant net adverse effects will remain following the application of mitigation measures, compensation measures may be required to counterbalance the negative effect through replacement in kind, or provision of a substitute or reimbursement. Compensation is not anticipated for the preferred undertaking. Based on the project description for the Option 2, as described in Section 7, avoidance measures can be applied in many cases, thereby reducing the extent of potential adverse environmental effects requiring the application of mitigation measures. The mitigation measures summarized below (Table 8-1) are recommended to ensure that any short-term disturbances are managed efficiently through a variety of measures. These measures will be further confirmed and refined during the preliminary and detailed design phases of the Project. 48 Page 123 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 8-1: Potential Construction Related Impacts and Mitigation Measures Indicator Existing Utilities Potential Impacts ■Potential need to relocate or protect Potential Mitigation ■ Preliminary and detailed design to confirm clear zones to avoid conflicts. and Infrastructure existing utilities and infrastructure. Excess Soil ■ Discharge of a contaminant into the ■ Adhere to Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks' regulation under the Environmental Protection Act, titled "On -Site and Excess Soil Management natural environment. Management' (O. Reg. 406/19) which supports improved management of excess construction soil. New risk-based standards referenced by this regulation help to facilitate local beneficial reuse which in tum will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from soil transportation, while ensuring strong protection of human health and the environment. ■ These activities will be completed in accordance with the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks' current guidance document titled "Management of Excess Soil —A Guide for Best Management Practices" (2014) available online (hfto://www.ontado.ca/document/management-excess-soil-guide-best- management-practices). ■ All waste generated during construction must be disposed of in accordance with ministry requirements. Control of ■ Contamination of soils through spills ■ Contamination of soils through spills and leaks can be avoided by ensuring that fuel storage, refuelling and maintenance of construction equipment are Inadvertent Spills and leaks. handled property and not allowed in or adjacent to watercourses. ■ Contingency plans will be prepared before construction begins for the control and clean-up of a spill, should one occur. ■ The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Spills Action Centre must be contacted if a spill occurs. Vehicular Traffic, ■ Traffic disruption. ■ During construction, local residential traffic may be temporarily disrupted. The following measures will be employed to ensure that impacts are eliminated Travelling Public and Traffic and access to properties and or minimized: Property Access business during construction 1. Maintain one open lane of traffic in each direction throughout the construction process, where possible. 2. Prepare and follow a Construction Traffic Management Plan and provide advanced notification signage. 3. Temporary access will be made available to residents/businesses if the access is severed for an extended period. ■ Directly impacted property owners should be individually notified in advance ofthe construction schedulelduration. ■ Regular community project updates, including local community design review meetings (post Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process). ■ Provide construction Project Manager contact information. Noise, Vibration, ■ Dust emissions and vibration during ■ Construction operations will be restricted to the day shift (wherever possible). In addition, the Contractor will be required to adhere to local noise by-laws. Dust, Odour construction. ■ Employ Best Management Practices, including engine maintenance and use of dust suppressors. ■ Disruption to residents and businesses. ■ Re -implementation of odour control management system. ■ Odour from station impacting nearby residents. Climate Change ■ Carbon footprint and resilience to ■ To minimize potential effects during construction, the idling of construction equipment will be avoided, and equipment will be in good working order to extreme weather events. reduce inefficiencies in the operation of the equipment. ■ The existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station that is being upgraded and new Emergency Storage Stank are sited outside of the regulated floodplain. ■ The upgrade and expansion should take into consideration key factors and climate change trends such as building to withstand extreme precipitation and extreme heat. Source Water ■ Located within a Wellhead ■ Existing and planned activities associated with the proposed works may require specific risk management measures, which will be confirmed during the Protection Protection Area B (WHPA-B)with a preliminary and detailed design phases of the Project. vulnerability score of 8. ■ Consult with the Grand River Conservation Authority, Region of Waterloo and Ministry ofthe Environment, Conservation and Parks, as required, during the preliminary and detailed design phase of the Project. Cultural Heritage ■ Loss or disruption to archaeological ■ The existing SSPS site and adjacent site are disturbed as per Figure 3-3 (no further archaeological work anticipated). Environment resources. ■ The outfall muting/connection for the preferred solution (Figure 7-1 shows the preferred and alternative alignment) will be confirmed during preliminary design. Once the area of project impacts has been determined, only the undisturbed land that will be impacted, if any, will require a Stage 2 archaeological assessment (and further assessments, as required) during the earty stages of detailed design prior to any ground -disturbing construction activities. ■ Although not anticipated at this time, if the Stage 2 archaeological assessment is determined to be required during preliminary design based on the area of project impacts, the City will notify and engage the Indigenous Communities that requested to participate in any future assessments as per Section 9.4. ■ Should archaeological material be encountered during construction, all activities impacting archaeological resources will cease immediately, MHSTCI will be contacted, and a licensed archaeologist will be engaged to carry out an archaeological assessment in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act and the Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists. Further, if human remains are encountered, all activities must cease immediately and the local police as well as the coroner must be contacted. Page 124 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 8-2: Natural Environment Mitigation Measures Sediment and Indicator ■ Mitigation measures are recommended to be used for erosion and sediment control to prohibit sediment from entering the identified vegetation communities and watercourses during Control Fencing construction. The primary principles associated with sedimentation and erosion protection measures are to: 1. Minimize the duration of soil exposure, 2. Retain existing vegetation, where feasible, 3. Encourage re -vegetation; 4. Divert runoff away from exposed soils, 5. Keep runoff velocities low, and 6. Trap sediment as close to the source as possible. ■ Details of the type and placement of sediment and erosion control to be used will be outlined in an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan to be drafted during detailed design. Peripheral Vegetation ■ During construction adjacent to the identified vegetation communities, heavy equipment could damage peripheral vegetation from contact, excavation and/or soil compaction. Dust coated Protection vegetation can reduce photosynthesis, increase susceptibility to disease and lead to death. It is anticipated that perimeter plants would be most susceptible to such effects. The following recommendations are made to mitigate these potential impacts. ■ Prior to heavy machinery working adjacent to the identified vegetation communities, a fence barrier for tree protection should be installed outside the drip4ine oftree identified for protection and is in the vicinity of exposure to damage by machinery. Dust Suppressant Treatment ■ Dust suppressants during dry periods should be applied to those areas which generate large amounts of dust. ■ Restrict earth movement immediately adjacent to woodlands or waterfeatures during periods of high dust generation. Controlled Construction ■ Construction vehicle access should be limited to areas outside of the drip -line of the tree being protected to prevent soil compaction and/or the initiation of soil erosion events. Vehicle Access ■ Construction vehicle re -fueling stations should be centralized away from vegetation communities and watercourses. ■ Construction vehicle access should be limited to existing roadways and construction paths, away from the identified vegetation communities. For areas immediately adjacent i o the work limits and vegetation, periodic supervision of the construction is recommended. Construction Vehicle Re- ■ Re -fueling stations should be located within a centralized location on-site a minimum of 30 metres from vegetation communities, and watercourses. fueling Stations ■ Re -fueling stations should be constructed in a manner to prevent soil and/or surface and groundwater contamination from any leaks or spills. ■ An emergency response kit should be made available at each re -fueling station in case of a spill. ■ All on-site crew members operating construction vehicles should be appropriately trained in handling a potential spill and have WHMIS Training. ■ All chemical transfer/maintenance should be conducted within the refueling station areas. Damage to Rooting Zones ■ During grading and construction in areas immediately adjacent to identified vegetation communities and planted trees, roots may be damaged by machinery and soils may be compacted, during Removals thereby affecting the trees' ability to grow and absorb nutrients and water. In order to address root damage, it will be necessary to prune roots of adjacent trees during grading and excavation. To avoid compaction of soils, root zones around trees within natural heritage features will need to be fenced. Most areas will be avoided by restricting construction to areas outside the features. Wildlife Habitat Protection ■ Construction activities within the Study Area have the potential to disturb breeding birds and other resident wildlife within the identified vegetation communities. A certain degree of and Mitigation Measures disturbance can be avoided by the proper scheduling of construction periods. ■ Upon the first encounter of any wildlife including BAR (Endangered, Threatened or Special Concern) the following steps are to be taken: 1. Work in the immediate vicinity of the observation is to come to a stop. 2. If the animal is uninjured, it should be allowed to leave the work zone under its own power and a record made of the observation. 3. Should the animal be injured or need assistance removing it from site an Ecologist/Biologist should be contacted immediately 4. Ecologist/Biologist will notify the District MNDMNRF Biologist within 48 hours of any observation of Endangered and Threatened species and/or immediately for any species going to a wildlife custodian. 5. It is not necessary to notify the District MNDMNRF Biologist with observations of Special Concern species i.e., Snapping Turtle or general wildlife sightings i.e., deer, raccoon, etc. . Breeding Birds and ■ If removal ofvegetation is to occur during the breeding bird window (April 1 to August 31), within simple habitats, the area will be searched by a qualified ecologist for the presence of Vegetation Removals nesting birds to avoid contravening the Migratory Birds Convention Act (MBCA). Clearing shall only be undertaken ifthe ecologist is satisfied that there are no breeding/nesting pairs within the affected area. Construction Mitigation — ■ Limit construction activity to a period after 7 am and before 7 pm daily. Noise Disturbance to Resident Wildlife Page 125 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 8.2 Proposed Construction Monitoring Contract tender documents will address mitigation in an explicit manner to ensure that compliance is maintained. The provision of an experienced field representative to review construction will ensure that the Project follows contract specifications and does not unnecessarily impact vegetation, the community or aquatic environment. 8.3 Post -Construction Monitoring Following construction, the operation of the upgraded Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station and new emergency storage tank expansion is not expected to result in any negative impacts to the environment. Post construction monitoring will be required following construction to ensure that any disturbances have been properly restored (e.g., grading, seeding, and planting). Post construction monitoring details will be developed during detailed design. 51 Page 126 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 9. Consultation Summary Several steps have been undertaken to develop awareness of the Project and solicit input in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment decision-making process, thereby contributing to the study outcome. The following summarizes the public, agency, stakeholder, and Indigenous community consultation activities completed for this study. 9.1 Notifications 9.1.1 Notice of Commencement The Notice of Commencement was first issued on December 8, 2017 introducing the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study and included contact information for the City and consultant project managers. The following describes the methods by which the notice was distributed: Advertised in the local newspaper Published on the City's project webpage Issued to the study's contact list Refer to Appendix E for a copy of the Notice of Commencement. 9.1.2 Notice of Public Information Centre The Notice of Public Information Centre was first issued on April 29, 2022 providing details of the online Public information Centre and included contact information for the City and consultant project managers. The following describes the methods by which the notice was distributed Advertised in the local newspaper on April 29, 2022 and May 13, 2022 Published on the City's project webpage Issued to the study's contact list Issued to property owners with 120 metres of the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Refer to Appendix E for a copy of the Notice of Public information Centre. 52 Page 127 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 9.1.3 Notice of Completion The Notice of Completion was first issued on [date to be confirmed] and identified the preferred upgrade and expansion option (i.e., Option 2). The notice specified where to access the documentation during the 30 -day comment period. The procedure for submitting comments and Section 16 Order requests is also explained in the notice, as well as in Section 2.4 of this report. The following describes the methods by which the notice was distributed: Advertised in the local newspaper Published on the City's project webpage Issued to the study's contact list Issued to property owners with 120 metres of the existing Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Refer to Appendix E for a copy of the Notice of Completion. 9.2 Public Consultation 9.2.1 Public Information Centre An online Public Information Centre was held in place of holding an in-person event recognizing the current COVID-19 environment. A copy of the material presented was made available for viewing and comment from May 19, 2022 until June 3, 2022 on the City's website: kitchener.ca/development-and-construction/infrastructure-projects The purpose of the online Public information Centre was to Introduce the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study Provide an overview of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process and Study Area Present the study's problem and opportunities and evaluation of alternative Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station Upgrade and Expansion Options, including the preliminary preferred solution Explain how potential impacts to the community and environment will be addressed Present the Project schedule and next steps Gather feedback on the Project, including the preliminary preferred solution 53 Page 128 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Two comments were submitted to the Study Team. The comments were requesting to be added to the contact list and a resident supporting the recommended preferred solution (Option 2). 9.3 Agency and Stakeholder Consultation The following key agencies and stakeholders were circulated on notifications over the course of the study: Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ministry of Transportation Infrastructure Ontario Regional Municipality of Waterloo Grand River Conservation Authority Local school boards Utilities Potentially impacted property owners Two meetings were held with the Study Team and Grand River Conservation Authority at the start of the project on December 12, 2017 and July 11, 2017. The purpose of the meetings was to introduce the Project, review key issues and discuss the alternatives. The meeting minutes are included in Appendix F. Table 9-1 summarizes the key incoming agency and stakeholder correspondence received by the Study Team. The complete correspondence between the Study Team and all agencies and stakeholders is included in Appendix F. 54 Page 129 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 9-1: Key Agency and Stakeholder Correspondence Agency / Stakeholder Date Ministry of the Environment, December 15, 2017 ■ Letter outlining Municipal Class Environmental Assessment requirements ■ Comments noted. Conservation and Parks and delegation of Indigenous Consultation. Ministry of the Environment, February 15, 2022 ■ Confirmed list of potentially interested Indigenous Communities. ■ Refer to Section 9.4 and Appendix G for the consultation record for Conservation and Parks Indigenous Communities Ministry of the Environment, June 7, 2022 ■ Provided Ministry's Source Water Protection contact information. ■ Contact noted. Conservation and Parks Ministry of Heritage, Sport, December 29, 2017 ■ Letter outlining Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries interest ■ A Stage 1 archaeological assessment report and Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, including archaeological Tourism and Culture Industries checklist have been completed in support of resources, built heritage resources, and Cultural heritage landscapes. this study. Ministry of Heritage, Sport, June 7, 2022 ■ Updated letter in response to the Public Information Centre outlining the ■ A Stage 1 archaeological assessment report and Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries Ministry's requirements for the study. Tourism and Culture Industries checklist have been completed in support of ■ Requested to include the completed Criteria for Evaluating Potential for Built this study. Heritage Resources and Cultural Heritage Landscapes and supporting ■ At the time ofthis publication, the Stage 1 archaeological assessment report documentation in the Project File. has been submitted to the Ministry. ■ Confirmed the Stage 1 Archaeological Report has not been submitted at this time by the licensed archaeologist. ■ Further archaeological assessments, as required, should be completed during the early phases of the design phase of the Project. Infrastructure Ontario January 8, 2018 ■ Letter indicating it is not clear if the proposed works will use lands under the ■ MOI lands are not being proposed to be used to support this project. control of the Ministry of Infrastructure (MOI lands). Grand River Conservation March 22, 2022 ■ No concerns with the preliminary preferred solution. ■ Grand River Conservation Authority will be engaged during the preliminary Authority ■ Noted the two lots where the upgrade/expansion is proposed are in proximity and detailed design phases of the Project, including circulation on drawings. to an erosion hazard, and within 40 metres of a wetland. ■ A conceptual / preliminary drawing should be prepared showing the extent of the work area (e.g., extent of the storage tank and any tieAns with sanitary mains) upon completion of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. Grand River Conservation July 5, 2022 ■ Confirmed no comments on the draft Project File. ■ Grand River Conservation Authority will be engaged during the preliminary Authority and detailed design phases of the Project, including circulation on drawings. Regional Municipality of Waterloo April 29, 2022 ■ Requested further information on the project as the Project could be subject ■ Provided further project details. Including mapping of the alternative to mitigation policies under the Clean Water Act. expansion and upgrade options. Regional Municipality of Waterloo April 29, 2022 ■ Confirmed the existing pumping station is located within a well protection ■ Source Water Protection is a consideration in the evaluation of upgrade and area B with a vulnerability score of 8. In these area, "new storage" of sewage expansion options. is prohibited. If allowed, there may be additional construction requirements ■ The Project File documents the Source Water Protection considerations (see associated with the upgrade. Section 4.6) and identifies preliminary recommendations for design features ■ Provided diagram of policies related to source water protection to mitigate leakage and for construction practices to mitigate spills, provide containment, and ensure erosion control. ■ Based on AECOM's review of the source water protection policies, the Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station can be upgraded/re-designed (storage tanks, and sanitary sewers) as long as the Environmental Compliance Approval is updated with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. Ministry of Transportation May 4, 2022 ■ Noted the Project does not appear to conflict with the Ministry of ■ Provided a copy of the Public Information Centre Materials. Transportation Highway 7 plans. ■ Requested more detailed information about the proposed works. Hydro One May 20, 2022 ■ Indicated that based on preliminary assessment, there are no existing Hydro ■ Comments noted. One Transmission assets in the Study Area Page 130 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 9.4 Indigenous Community Consultation The following Indigenous Communities and organizations were identified and notified as part of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study: Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Six Nations of the Grand River Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council/ Haudenosaunee Development Institute Follow up was completed via phone for those Indigenous Communities that did not formally respond to the Notice of Commencement and Notice of Public Information Centre letters to confirm receipt of notifications and to address any questions or concerns regrading the Project. Table 9-2 summarizes the correspondence received. Refer to Appendix G for the consultation activities summary log and detailed correspondence. 56 Page 131 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Table 9-2: Indigenous Community Correspondence Indigenous Organization Date Response Correspondence ■ Requested reports completed for Mississaugas of the March 5, 2018 ■ Circulated draft Cultural Heritage Credit First Nation the Study. Screening Memorandum, Natural Environment Report and Stage 1 Archaeological Assessment Report via email on May 13, 2022. Mississaugas of the May 12, 2022 ■ In response to the Notice of Public ■ Circulated draft Cultural Heritage Credit First Nation Information Centre and Project Screening Memorandum, Natural status update letter, requested the Environment Report and Stage 1 supporting studies be circulated to Archaeological Assessment Report via staff for review and comment. email on May 13, 2022. Mississaugas of the May 13, 2022 ■ Indicated interest in participating in ■ At this time, the preferred solution does Credit First Nation the fieldwork and reviewing the not appear to require a stage 2 stage 2 archaeological assessment. archaeological assessment. The City will notify Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation if a Stage 2 archaeological assessment is required. Six Nations of the May 20, 2022 ■ Confirmed receipt of draft Cultural ■ No comments provided at the time of Grand River Heritage Screening Memorandum this publication. and Natural Environment Report Six Nations of the June 14, 2022 ■ Indicated no comments on the ■ The City will notify Six Nations of the Grand River recommendations of the draft Stage Grand River if a Stage 2 archaeological 1 Archaeological Assessment assessment is required. Report. ■ Requested participation in the stage 2 archaeological assessment. Haudenosaunee June 7, 2022 ■ Confirmed receipt of the Notice of ■ No further comments provided at the Confederacy Chiefs Council / Public Information Centre via phone time of this publication. Haudenosaunee Development Institute 57 Page 132 of 133 City of Kitchener Otterbein Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station — Municipal Class Environmental Assessment 10. Conclusions This Municipal Class Environmental Assessment covers the processes required to ensure that the proposed Option 2: Upgrade and Expand Existing Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station with new Emergency Storage Tank — onsite and adjacent site meets the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act. The preferred undertaking as described in Section 7 resolves the problem and opportunity statement (Section 5). The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning process has not identified any significant environmental concerns that cannot be addressed by incorporating best management practices and established mitigation measures during construction as identified in Section 8. Subject to the filing and clearance of this Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study, the City may proceed to complete the preliminary and detailed design phases of the Project, which includes permitting -approvals and proceed to construction in 2025 (subject to council approval and funding) and beyond as per the preliminary project schedule (Section 7.7). 58 Page 133 of 133