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Agenda
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Office of the City Clerk
4:00p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Kitchener City Hall
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200 King St.W. -2Floor
Conestoga Room
Kitchener ON N2G 4G7
Page 1Chair Tia DriverVice-Chair Alison Gingrich Regehr
Delegations
-law, delegations are permitted to address the Committee for a maximumof
5 minutes.
Item 1 Mary Jane Patterson, Executive Director
PatrickGilbride,Manager of Green Infrastructure Programs
Discussion Items
1.Reep Green Solutions2019Annual Report Presentation(15min)
2.Draft Complete Streets Guidelines (20min)
Darren Kropf, Active Transportation Planning Project Manager
3.Work Plan & SubCommittee Discussion(30min)
Information Items
None
Cody Boomer
CommitteeAdministrator
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Kitchener resident, donor to Reep Green Solutions.
September 13, 2019
Dear Kitchener Environmental Committee members,
As I write, the federal election has just begun. ne of the most important issues
on the table is climate change. Municipalities are at the forefront of climate action, and need support in
this critical ǤƚǒƩ ƌƚĭğƌ ĻƓǝźƩƚƓƒĻƓƷğƌ ĭŷğƩźƷǤ, comes in.
Reep amplifies thleadership, through programs
and services that give residents the capacity to take action in their own lives. Our RAIN Smart
Neighbourhoods project is an excellent example, helping our community adapt to increased and more
intense precipitation. The city contributed $25,000 per year for 3 years to this project, which Reep
leveraged to bring in approximately $450,000 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and others, a 6 to 1
return on investment. You can see the results in our Annual Report: close to 100,000 litres of stormwater
storage capacity installed through 62 rain gardens, infiltration galleries and permeable paving projects,
and two neighbourhoods that are now more flood resilient and aware.
Through Depave Paradise, home energy evaluations, water conservation audits, backyard tree planting,
the Project Neutral carbon footprint tool, our Reep House for Sustainable Living, the Zero Waste
Challenge, and the jointly-led ClimateActionWR, Reep Green Solutions helps Kitchener residents reduce
greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to our changing climate, and live more sustainably.
We share this report with deep thanks to you, Committee members, as well as to Kitchener Utilities and to
the City of Kitchener, for
do it without you. We ask the City of Kitchener to renew its funding for next year (2020) in the amount of
$31,370, a 1.5% cost of living increase over the $30,907 received last year. Your contribution goes directly
towards our operating costs, and makes all of these results possible.
Our thanks to you for Kitchener. We look forward to
working together in 2020.
Yours truly,
Mary Jane Patterson
Executive Director
Phone: 519-744-6583 Email: info@reepgreen.ca Website: reepgreen.ca
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222 Frederick St., Kitchener, ON N2H 2M8 Charity registration #: 81585 2348 RR0001
Why support Reep Green Solutions?
Reep is one of very few organizations that work with the residential sector on practical ways to prevent and adapt to
climate change. We show homeowners how to take action on home energy and water efficiency, waste reduction and
stormwater management.
Our programs help the City of Kitchener achieve its new 2019-2022 Strategic Plan.
Reep contributes directly to the strategic goal of Environmental Leadership, achieving a healthy and livable
community by proactively mitigating and adapting to climate change and by conserving natural resources
Climate Adaptation
Reep Green Solutions works with Kitchener residents, neighbourhoods and staff to help our community adapt to the
hotter temperatures and more intense storms we are experiencing as a result
The Sheppard Public School Depave Paradise project led by Reep brought students, parents, teachers and
volunteers together in ripping up pavement and replacing it with green space. The result is increased beauty,
functionality and health for students and teachers in a cooler, shaded area of the playground. The rain that
drains to this area soaks into the ground rather than turning into runoff that carries pollution to our living creeks
and the Grand River.
RAIN Smart Neighbourhoods: 3 years, 2 neighbourhoods, 62 projects = increased flood resilience in Mount Hope
and Lakeside.
National Disaster Mitigation Program, Reep Green Solutions is leading a Greening Your Neighbourhood
Workshop in Ward 1. The goal is leveraging the knowledge of residents to identify opportunities to install green
infrastructure.
Our biggest collaboration with the City of Kitchener is about to s 10-
year flood mitigation and prevention initiative funded by the federal government and Kitchener. Reep will bring
the public education and action component to the neighbourhoods receiving infrastructure improvements,
inviting residents to be part of the solution through rainwater measures on their own property and on the public
boulevards.
Climate Change Mitigation
Reep has received Region of Waterloo support to help us all begin our climate journey at home, with an online
tool called Project Neutral (https://app.projectneutral.org/reep) that calculates our carbon footprint, and shows
us how to reduce it. If you have not yet tried it out please do we would love to hear your feedback!
had energy evaluations from Reep in the past 20 years undertook 5,000
home energy retrofits, reducing an estimated 15,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually by following
We continue to advocate for incentives to be available for Kitchener residents.
The Reep House for Sustainable Living, located in the heart of downtown Kitchener, demonstrates energy and
water efficiency in a 110-year-old LEED Platinum certified home. This showcase of home retrofit measures is a
teaching tool and resource for the community, through tours, workshops and events.
In the past 3 years Reep has conducted 575 water conservation audits in Kitchener homes on behalf of the Region
of Waterloo. On the spot we were able to install 350 measures that began saving water immediately, such as
high efficiency showerheads and toilet flapper valves.
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contributes to the Action Statements within the goal of
Environmental Leadership:
a)Develop a Community Climate Action Plan with partner organizations by 2020
Reep Green Solutions co-leads the Community Climate Action Plan (along with Sustainable Waterloo
Region), bringing the partner organizations together around the table;
Last year our ClimateActionWR collaborative led the way for unanimous approval by City Council of the
80% reduction target by 2050, as well as by Cambridge, Waterloo and the Region of Waterloo;
Our ClimateActionWR initiative has now secured 2-year funding to create the long term climate action
plan that will achieve our 80 x 50 target. The process includes public engagement and consultation in
our collective vision for 2050 for our community, as well as technical expertise, and 2 pilot projects.
b)Launch and implement a Corporate Climate Action Plan by 2019 to achieve an absolute greenhouse gas
emission reduction of at least 8% by 2026
The funding that our ClimateActionWR collaborative received includes funds for capacity building for our
municipalities, to help bridge gaps in knowledge so that municipal staff receive support in achieving the
corporate climate action plan.
c)Implement the Sustainable Urban Forest Strategy with a focus on establishing a tree canopy target by 2020
and the current 2018 tree planting backlog eliminated by 2022
In a unique partnership with the City of Kitchener, City of Cambridge, and with Toronto-based LEAF,
Reep Green Solutions is bringing a tree stewardship program to our community. The focus is on planting
the right tree in the right place, and educating homeowners to ensure that the trees not only survive,
but thrive.
d)Reduce waste sent to landfills by implementing new waste diversion programs at our facilities and events by
2021
Reep Green Solutions brings our annual Zero Waste Challenge to everyone in the community,
We challenge residents to use a mason
jar to contain the waste they produce in one week. It helps us all become more conscious of the choices
we make and the waste that results, at home and out in the community.
Conclusion
Our Mission at Reep Green Solutions is We are proud to work
with the City of Kitchener to achieve our shared goal of environmental leadership. Our vision of a more resilient, vibrant,
caring and sustainable community is always in front of us. Thank you for supporting this good work!
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Date:
September 19, 2019
To:
Environmental Committee
From:
Darren Kropf, Active Transportation Planning Project Manager
cc:
Subject:
Complete Streets Kitchener
The
abilities and forms of transportation. The draft Complete Streets guidelines propose wider
sidewalks, narrower vehicle lanes to slow speeds, upgraded bicycle standards, wider boulevards
to optimize tree growth and much more. City staff are seeking feedback on the draft Complete
Streets guidelines before presenting to City Council in October. Committee members are
encouraged to read the guidelines in advance of the meeting, and to come prepared with
questions or comments. The guidelines are found in the Document Library of Engage Kitchener:
https://www.engagewr.ca/complete-streets
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Section 1: isionfor Complete Streets
A comprehensive Complete Streets approach uses every roadway (re)construction project as an
opportunity to improve the design and functionality of a street for all users.
Vision
Every street in Kitchener is safe, comfortable and convenient for all.
Design goals
To achieve thevision, the city hasthree design goals for every street to prioritize: design for safety,
improve transportation choice and advance sustainability.
Design for safety
road users -pedestrians and cyclists.
Regardless of street classification, priority is given to the safety of pedestrians,
cyclists, public transit users and motorists, in thisorder.
sit
natural and intuitive for people to drive at safer speeds.This approach means
reets will embrace designs that protect the most vulnerable road
users -pedestrians and cyclists.
Improve transportation choices
willprovide connected networks with direct routes to
major destinations for all modes of transportation.
Streets should be designed to make it possible for individuals to choose between
different forms of transportation, depending on their unique needs. Planning for
intermodal connectivity meaning the ability to transition between different types
of travel within a single trip makes walking, cycling and public transit even more
attractive and viable.Payingcareful attention to the little details that can take away
the stress of travelingis key.In doing so, the citycanmaximize the comfort and
attractiveness of those travel options.
Advance sustainability
willadvance our economic and environmental
performance.
Vibrant streetscapes attract businesses, talent and investment through active
streetscapes,lively shopping districts, stress-free commutingoptions and
efficient movement of goods and people.Complete streets make it easy for
individuals to choose low energy and low carbon modes of transportation;
helpingto address climate change. Urban forestry and stormwater management
can also
corporate environmental goals.
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Design principles
Complementingthe design goals are several design principles that foster a holistic approach to
in which to view street design.
Foster a sense of place
swith places to gather,
celebrate,and connect with neighbours. They oftencontain vibrant greenery,
beautiful art andpractical amenities.Some streets can also be heritage
landscapes.
Encourage social connections and equity
onnect and build relationships.
Balanced and well-designed streetscan improveequity among all ages, gender
identities, abilities, ethnicities, incomes,sexual identitiesand underrepresented
populations.
Promote healthy lifestyles
stress, protect air quality and provide more options to access nutritional, health
and support services.
Deliver services
Services like hydro, water, sanitary, stormwaterand communications are
delivered through the right of way.
Plan for all seasons
considermaintenance needsand inspection plansfrom the
initial conceptof design, making it possible for users to navigate streets byany
mode of travel during all seasonsand the city to meet its legislated maintenance
requirements.
Prepare for temporary conditions
that
maintain a high level of service for pedestrians, cyclists, transit users and motor
vehicles during temporary closures forconstruction or special events.
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Section 2: Street Classifications
Every street can be a complete street, while maintaining or enhancing its unique character. There are
a variety of ways to make a street more complete, depending on thefunction and context.
of people and goods within and through the city.
Four types of streets m
Collector Streets, Major Community Collector Streets and Arterial Streets. Each street classification
has different functions and capacities, including types of active transportation facilities and expected
motor vehicle volumes and speeds. In addition, Scenic Heritage Roads, which possess unique
conservation policies.
An integral part of a transportation network is established through a working partnership with other
et classification systemfacilitatesmovement
between municipalitiesand townshipsin Waterloo Region. Major highways are plannedand
maintained by the Province of Ontario.
Streets perform both a mobility function and a place function. Depending on the local context, some
streets will prioritize moving people and goods while some will prioritize attracting people,
encouraging them to enjoy all that a street has to offer.
Note: All cross-sections are for illustrative purposes only. Exact conditions may vary depending on
street context and constraints.
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Local streets
Local Streetsprovide access to properties and are not intended to carry high volumes of
through motorized traffic.
Examples of local streets include Cotton Grass Street, Brock Street and Tanglewood Avenue.Local
streets are the most common form of street in Kitchener,making up 72% ofthe c
network. Local streets prioritize activeneighbourhood life and social interactions between neighbours
going for walks, sitting on their front porch, orat a neighbourhood street party.
Preferred cross-sectionfor local streets (18.0 m Right-of-Way)
Pedestrian ViewCyclist and motorist view
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Minor neighbourhood collectorstreets
Minor neighbourhood collector streets prioritize active neighbourhood life, multi-modal
connections and facilitate movement within neighbourhoods.
Examples of minor collector streets include Driftwood Drive,Manchester Road and Bechtel Drive.
Minor collector streets connect local streets to higher order streets and primarily accommodate
residential land use.Commercial and retail land uses can be expected in proximity to significant
intersections.These streets may mark the entrance to a neighbourhood, with urban design features
Preferred cross-section for minor collector streets (20.0 m ROW)
Pedestrian viewCyclist and motorist view
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Major community collector streets
Major community collectorstreetsbalance the mobility of people between neighbourhoods
with land accesses.
Examples of major collector streets includeGuelph Street, Westheights Drive,andWilson Avenue.
These streetsfacilitate movement from local and minor collector streets to higher order streets while
providing a high-level of streetscape appeal for businesses, homes and other properties located along
the street.
Preferred cross-sectionfor major collector streets (26.0 m ROW)
Pedestrian and cyclist viewMotorist view
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Arterial streets
Arterial streets provide mobility for people and goods throughout the city while also providing
a positive image of the city and fostering economic development.
Examples ofarterial streets include King Street, Strasburg Road and River Road.These streets carry
high volumes of all modes of movement, including pedestrians,cyclists, transit, motor vehicles and
freight vehicles.Arterial streets often provide the most direct and convenient access to major
destinations in the city, making it essential that all four travel modes are balanced effectively.
Preferred cross-section for main street scenarios(30.0 m ROW)
This cross-section is used in highdensity, pedestrian-oriented, commercial urban centres.
Pedestrian and cyclist viewMotorist view
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Preferred cross-section for thoroughfare arterials (30.0 m ROW)
This cross-section is used in high density, mixed use corridors.
Pedestrian and cyclist viewMotorist view
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Section 3: Street design
Pedestrian design
Walkingand rollingis the most common form of transportation in Kitchener. Every trip including
those involving cycling, transit or an automobile -begins and ends as a pedestrian.
Sidewalk zones
Raised crosswalks
The pedestrian throughway is an unobstructed
A raised crosswalk enhancesa standard
path for pedestrian travel, a minimum of 1.8 m
crosswalk by adding additional height and
wide.
visibility of pedestrians.
Pedestrian crossovers (PXOs)
Curb extensions
PXOs provide pedestrians with protected
crossing opportunities by requiring motorists to
Curb extensions, also known as bulb outsor
yield to pedestrians within the crosswalk.
narrowings, extend the sidewalk or curb line
into the street, toshorten crossing distance
and calm traffic.
Pedestrian amenities
Amenities can add significantly to a feeling of
Pedestrian refuge islands
safety on a street, as well as encourage longer
Pedestrian refuge islands, or medians, allow
travel distances through rest areas and
pedestrians to cross in two stages, rather than
interesting streetscapes.Examples include
wait for gaps to clear in both directions.
pedestrian-scale lighting, benches, trees, art,
hanging baskets and patios.
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Cycling design
Cycling is one of the most efficient forms of transportation. It can be significantly faster and cover
longer distances than walking, while still gaining health benefitsof using human-powered travel.
Cycle tracks
Boulevard multi-use trails
Cycle tracks, also known as raised or
Aboulevard multi-use trail provides two-way
boulevard bike lanes or bike paths, are located
travel for both pedestrians and cyclists,
outside of the travelled portion of the roadway,
adjacent to the roadway in the boulevard.
and include barrier curb separation.
Bicycle greenways
Bicycle greenways, also known bicycle priority
streets, are quiet, local streets that can be
Separated bike lanes
enjoyed in a low-stress environment without
Separated bike lanes provide space
designated space.
exclusively for bicycles and include a form of
physical separation from the motorized portion
of the roadway, such as bollards, curbs,
planter boxes, raised medians or parking.
Image source: NACTO.Urban Bikeway Design
Guide. New York: Island Press, 2014.
Painted bike lanes
Painted bike lanesarea designated space for
exclusive use by cyclists. In most cases, a
painted bike lane does not provide a level of
comfort and safety to be appropriate forall
ages and abilities.
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Transit design
cess to the places they need to go throughout the city and contributes to
an equitable, sustainableand efficient transportation network. Transit has the highest capacity for
moving people in a limited space, somore of the street can be dedicated to otheruses.In Kitchener,
transit services are provided by Grand River Transit (GRT) and the Region of Waterloo.
buses and cyclists. Floating bus stops also
Transit locations
benefit pedestrians, as the floating bus stop
Bus stop locations are defined by their
doublesas a pedestrian refuge, which can
relationship to intersectingstreets. Generally,
shorten crossing distances.
there arethree placement locations for stops:
nearside, farside, and midblock.
Transit stops and amenities
Transit stops can be designed to improve
transit speeds and enhance the sustainability
and accessibility of the streetscape with green
infrastructure and well-designed public spaces.
Transit curb-out
Image source: AC Transit. Multimodal Corridor
Guidelines. 2018.
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loading area for the bus that extends past on-
Shared cycle track stops
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buses to board and alight passengers from the
Acycle track (or separated bike lane) runs
travel lane, removing the requirement for the
alongside the boarding area, rather than
bus to merge back into vehicle traffic, and
running behind the boarding area. Cyclists can
saving time for transit vehicles.
ride through the boarding area when no transit
vehicles are present, but must yield the space
to boarding and alighting passengers when a
bus or streetcar light rail vehicle stops.
Image source: Grand River Transit. Bus Stop Zones
Guidelines, July 2001.
A floating bus stop is a concrete platform built
between a cycling facility and the roadway.
Cyclists are directed behind the bus stop,
reducing or eliminating most conflicts between
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Motor vehicle design
Motor vehicles provide movement of people and goods, facilitate emergency servicesand provide
maintenance services.Types of motor vehicles include personal vehicles, taxis, ridesharing and larger
classes of vehicles that deliver essential services to the community.
Vehicle lanes
Traffic calming
Lane widths have an impact on driver behavior
Traffic calming includes a range of strategies
and travel speed andmust balance the safety
to manage vehicle speeds and volumes.
and comfort of all street users, by using the
narrowest lane width possible. For streets
servicing transit, the desired lane width is 3.3
m and should not exceed 3.5 m. For streets
without transit and little truck traffic, the desired
lane width is 3.0 m.
Emergency services
The space and operational needs of first
responders, such as fire, paramedics and
police, are important factors in the design of a
street. Fire trucks have the largest emergency
response vehicle.
Improving safety on city streets is a primary
goal of Complete Streets, reducing the number
and severity of collisions thatrequire
emergency services. Collaborative efforts
between staff and emergency services are
essential in meeting mandated response times.
Maintenance
Streets and related utility services require
regular maintenance to function reliably and
efficiently. Roadway design must consider the
space and operational needs of snow plows,
graders, sweepers, leaf collection, utility trucks
and more.
Parking
Parking serves an important need for motorists
and persons with disabilities. Parking can be
provided on-street or in designated lots or
garages. Consideration needs to be given to
how the parking supply mightencourage
greater automobile use.
Image source: Brian Patterson and Sarah Freigang.
Institute for Transportation Engineers and Urban
Systems), September 21, 2018.
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Intersection design
Intersections provide transitions between different streets, allowing navigation through the street
network. They often serve as meeting places for neighbourhoods or the city as a whole and attract
commercial an
each person navigates the intersection according to their own specific travel path. Providing effective
design guidance to navigate these conflicts is essential to improving road safety for all users.In
Kitchener, all signalized intersections are managed by the Region of Waterloo.
Design vehicle and control vehicle
Corner radii
In the past, many streets and intersections
Larger radii are less safe for bicycles and
were designed to accommodate the largest
pedestrians because they allow for higher
possible vehicle on the road. This often leads
vehicle speeds through the turn and result in
to higher motor vehicle speeds of the most
larger crossing distances. Streets should be
common type of vehicle passenger cars.
constructed with the smallest corner radii
Today, focus has shifted to maximizing safety
possible, generally 6 8 m.
for a wide variety of road users.
Separated cycling intersections
Combined crosswalk/crossride
Maintain comfort and safety for cyclists through
Pedestrians areintended to make use of the
an intersection. Crossrides identify the path of
central area, and cyclists use the outer parts.
travel and corner safety islands provide a
physical barrier. For left turns, a cyclist
proceeds in two stages.
Separated crosswalk/crossride
Appropriate for signalized intersections and all
way stops, especially where cycle tracks and
sidewalks are side by side.
Image source: Massachusetts Department of
Transportation, Separated Bike Lane Planning and
Design Guide(Boston, 2015), 69
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Sustainableinfrastructure design
Sustainableinfrastructure enhancesenvironmental sustainability and helpsthe city reach its
sustainabilitygoals and policies. The City of Kitchener aims to achieve a healthy and livable
community by proactively mitigatingand adapting to climate change, conserving natural resources
and protecting air and water quality.
Climate ActionLow impactdevelopment
Design every street to maximize low-carbonapproach to stormwater
modes of travel. Reduce the heat island effect, management focuses on runoff prevention,
create carbon sinks and incentivize electric preservesand acknowledges the benefits
vehicles. provided by natural systems, recognizes
rainwater as a resourceto be managed rather
than a waste
infrastructure approaches incombination with
conventional stormwater management
approaches to better and more efficiently
managestormwater and improve the
environment.
Urban Forestry
I
innovative city without picturing trees. Trees
are a key element of aliving city andplay a
role in filtering the air, enhancing public
spaces, providing shade on a sunny dayand
creating habitat for birds and other creatures.
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Section 4: Emerging trends
Acompletestreetis constantly evolving, with several new trends emerging.
Mobility hubs
Micromobility
Micromobility includesforms of personal
transportation network. Today, people are
transportation thatare built for one passenger
frequently living multi-modal lives meaning
at a time. They may be entirely rider-powered
they use a combination of walking, cycling,
or have electric power sources, such as an
transit and the automobile to get around.
electric throttle or an electric-assist system.
The most common forms of micromobility used
today are the bicycle, e-bikes and e-scooters.
The adoption of micromobility is rapidly
growing with the entrance of privately operated
sharing companies.
Image source: Kate Whitfield, Kirk Paulsen, Laura
Transportation Engineers and Alta Planning +
Consulting, October 23, 2018), 20.
Curbside management
As cities grow and intensify, curbside areas
become highly contested, with many functions
desiring space and access to the curb.
Pedestrian functions, separated bike lanes,
micromobility and green infrastructure all
require curbside space, plus passengercars,
delivery vehicles, andbuses seek use of
limitedcurb space to access shops,
restaurants, housing, offices,and community
facilities.
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Section 5: Making it happen
A Complete Streets approach uses every street reconstructionproject as an opportunity to make
improvements. A key tool to assist in applying Complete Streets principles to every project is the
Complete Streets scorecard. It will be used on every street reconstruction, early in the design stage.
The scorecard has several purposes:
Encourage a culture shift in support of the Complete Streets vision
Put a stronger emphasis on sustainable modes of transportation and other street uses
Assist in prioritizing different street elements, especially when constraints requiredifficult
trade-offs
The scorecard will be used by several audiences.
Audience
City staff
(often project managers/project street designs, in order to determine the best possible
teams)
designprior to reconstructing a street.
Corporate Leadership Team
Utilize a consistent benchmark to evaluate overall
progress towards the Complete Streets Vision.
City CouncilUnderstand highest benefit streets to allocate funding
to, and communicate to constituents the benefits of
proposed street designs.
Residents Understand why certain changes are proposed for
their street and the benefits it can bring to the
community.
How the scorecard works
The scorecard assists a project manager and project team in comparing before and after scenarios.
Step 1.Assess the current state
Step 2.Identify opportunities
Step 3.Complete interim design(s)
Step 4.Identify capital and operating costs of proposed designs
Step 5.Finalize design
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Implementation & evaluation plan
Realizing the Complete Streets vision will require strategic efforts on behalf of city staff, city council,
industry partners and the entire community. A detailed action plan will make the Complete Streets
vision a reality.
11.Work with residents to pilot a
Alignment withcity strategies
woonerf.
1.Coordinatewith the Urban Design
Manual.
12.Communicate the Complete Streets
vision during street reconstruction
2.Update the Development Manual.
public engagement.
3.Conduct an Official Plan amendment
Street design applications
and integrate into Planning policies
13.Develop a standard drawing for
and secondary plans.
raised pedestrian/cyclistcrossings.
Change management
14.Integratepedestrian and bike
4.Conduct annual staff training
facilities at bus stops.
sessions.
15.Establish fund or mechanism to fill
5.Establisha Complete Streets
network gaps caused by
corporate committee.
construction limits.
6.Review equipment requirementsand
16.Create a new Green Street cross-
operational changes required to
section for environmentally sensitive
maintain Complete Streets.
areas.
7.Integrate the scorecard analysis into
Data collection, monitoring and
every street reconstruction design
evaluation
process.
17.Expand use of active transportation
counting technologies.
8.Review warrant requirements for
PXOs and signalized trail crossings.
18.Monitor maintenance and life-cycle
aspects of Complete Streets.
9.Work with the Region and other
municipalities to develop
19.PrepareComplete Street reports.
level-of-measurements for
signalfunction andprioritization.
20.Monitor progress, update the
documentand return to City Council
Community engagement
in 2024.
10.Develop and hostcommunity
engagement pop-up workshops.
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Section 6: Changing Kitchener for the better
People-friendly transportation
Our streets shouldbe safe, connected, and inclusive meaning that w
eighty, you can move through Kitchener by foot or wheels.Kitcheneris tomake every street
in Kitchener safe, comfortable and convenient for all. Together, we can make change for the better.
Liability statement
nstructing streets
and extensive consultation with city divisions, agencies, the public, councillors, industry and community
stakeholders, as well as best practices from local, provincial, national and international sources. It integrates
and builds upon the latest available city policies, standards and guidelines. It is consistent with other provincial,
federal and nongovernmental organizations, including the Ontario Traffic Council (OTC), Transportation
Association of Canada (TAC), Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), National Association of City
Transportation Officials (NACTO) and other sources. These guidelines also work within existing Provincial and
Federal legislation pertaining to street design and operations, such as the Ontario Highway Traffic Act and
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
The Guidelines are based on the principle that all streets are different, and that no single design solution exists.
future uses and users and dimensions of each street. Street design is an evolving practice. In the coming years,
design strategies used elsewhere, and technologies that do not yet readily exist in Kitchener, will affect how we
design our streets. Street designers should stay up-to-date on the latest best practices.
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Responsibility
Kim FellowsJustin Gaudon,Darren Bailey, Tina Belanger, Cynthia GaetaniAlison Gingrich Regehr,Tia DriverRobert Paul,Cynthia Gaetani,Elanor WaslanderJohn Jackson, Kim Fellows
Staff Contact
Josh Shea, Natural Area CoordinatorDave Schmitt, Environmental & Urban Forestry Project ManagerNick Gollan, Manager of Stormwater UtilityClaire Bennett, Corporate Sustainability OfficerRepresentative
TBD (Facilities Management likely)
Timeframe
Ad hoc, on-going throughout yearMay/June 2019 potential agenda item. Timing on specific actions TBD.Sept/October 2019 potential agenda item.20192020-2021
Ongoing / Annual
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Liaison to sit on Kitchener's Bee City Working Group and report back to , and seek advice as necessary from, Environmental Committee. Opportunities for projects: habitat stewardship;
education and outreach; and celebration.Project to increase forest cover / woodland habitat in Kitchener. Strategy approved April 2019. Specific actions for Committee involvement TBD.Consult
Stormwater Utility staff to assess opportunities to help promote Low Impact Development retrofits and the stormwater credit policy in neighbourhoods or other outreach. Participate in
the creation of the long-term Community Climate Action Plan to 2050 preparation (80% by '50 target). Participate and provide input to the upcoming corporate waste minimization and diversion
program for City facilities and events
Strategic Plan for the Environment
Strategic Plan for the Environment
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Bee City Kitchener Working GroupUrban Forest Strategy ImplementationWater Management StewardshipCommunity Climate Action Plan: Project(s) / Action(s) to Support and ImplementWaste Minimization
and Diversion Program
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE WORK PLAN 2019 - 2020
Kitchener Natural Heritage System (Theme 1 of the Water Resources (Theme 2 of the Air Quality (Theme 3 of the Land Resource and Growth Management (Theme 4 of the Energy Systems and Climate
Action (Theme 5 of the Resource Consumption and Waste Management (Theme 6 of the Environmental Education and Public Awareness (Theme 7 of the
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Cynthia Gaetani, Justin Gaudon, Kim FellowsElanor Waslander, Alison Gingrich Regehr, Kim Fellows Tia Driver, Cynthia Gaetani
Carrie Musselman, Senior Environmental PlannerJosh Shea, Natural Area Coordinator / Nick Gollan, Manager of Stormwater Utility / OthersCody Boomer, Committee Administrator
Q1 2019 and Q1 2020TBDFall 2019
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Detailed application review and recommendation of successful grantees. One (tele-conference) meeting with subcommittee.Support youth to engage in environmental issues. Find ways to partner
with programs such as Ontario EcoSchools. Build on exisitng opportunities such as Children's Groundwater Festival.Coordinate and meet with other municipal committees to discuss activities,
interests and actions
Strategic Plan for the Environment
Community Environmental Improvement Grants (CEIG)Environmental Education of YouthCoordination with other Municipal Environmental Advisory CommitteesProvide advice or information on environmental
matters referred to the committee by Council and staff as per: the Terms of Reference (Council Policy I-100)
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Multiple Themes of the