2023 10 17 Public Hearing Agenda - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2023
Agenda for the public hearing of the Town of View Royal on October 17, 2023, regarding a covenant amendment for an intersection project.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF ADVERTISING
A statement by the Development & Licensing Services Clerk certifying the methods and dates of advertisement for the public hearing.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL PUBLIC HEARING REPORT: REQUEST TO AMEND COVENANT FOR ERSKINE LANE / WATKISS WAY ROUNDABOUT – FURTHER INFORMATION
A staff report detailing a proposal to construct a signalized intersection instead of a roundabout at Erskine Lane and Watkiss Way due to design constraints and property impacts.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT REPORT: REQUEST TO AMEND COVENANT FOR ERSKINE LANE / WATKISS WAY ROUNDABOUT
An earlier staff report introducing the proposal to replace the planned roundabout with a signalized intersection to avoid undesirable impacts such as tree removal and property encroachment.
219 COVENANT – DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT CA8718173
The legal covenant registered on title for 9 Erskine Lane securing community amenities and specific offsite works including a traffic circle.
Letter of Request: Amendment to Covenant CA8718173 – Development Agreement
A formal request from the developer to substitute the required roundabout with a signalized intersection based on traffic engineering findings and property constraints.
WATT MEMORANDUM: Watkiss Way and Erskine Lane Roundabout
A technical memorandum describing the design history and challenges of implementing a roundabout at the intersection, ultimately recommending a traffic signal.
Geotechnical Assessment: Proposed Roundabout – Existing Retaining Wall Modifications
An assessment of existing dry stacked boulder retaining walls and the feasibility of modifications required for a roundabout.
9 ERSKINE LANE Traffic Impact Assessment
A detailed study evaluating the traffic impacts of the proposed residential development on key area intersections.
APPENDIX A – SITE PLAN
Architectural and layout site plans for the development projects at 9 Erskine Lane.
APPENDIX B – SYNCHRO BACKGROUND
Technical background information regarding the Synchro modelling software and Level of Service (LOS) criteria.
APPENDIX C – SYNCHRO REPORTS
Detailed traffic modelling output reports for various development scenarios and horizons.
SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LANE DESIGN - WATKISS WAY / ERSKINE LANE
Engineering design drawings for the proposed signalized intersection and roadway upgrades.
TIA Addendum No. 1 – Helmcken Rd. / Watkiss Way Intersection
An addendum to the traffic impact assessment specifically addressing the impact of intersection control selection on future traffic horizons.
Open House Summary: Intersection Improvement Options at Erskine Lane and Watkiss Way
A report summarizing public feedback from a community open house where residents reviewed roundabout and signalized intersection options.
Presentation: COVENANT AMENDMENT REQUEST – 9 ERSKINE LANE
Slide presentation summarizing the history, challenges, and staff recommendations regarding the roundabout versus signalized intersection proposal.
Email from Carole Trudeau regarding traffic control proposal/Ernskine Lane
Resident correspondence supporting the traffic light intersection for safety and predictability.
Email from Don Denton regarding Blueprint housing project and traffic
Resident email chain regarding traffic concerns, parking, and the timing of intersection works.
Email from Kathleen Gilbert regarding roundabout at Erskine
Resident expressing disappointment that the roundabout is being replaced with a traffic light, citing safety data for roundabouts.
Email from Glenda Balkan regarding West Urban Development on Erskine Lane
Resident opposing a signalized intersection and insisting on the previously promised roundabout.
Email from Michael Faulkner regarding Watkiss Way and Erskine Lane
Resident correspondence expressing concern about egress for strata units and safety for elementary school children.
Email from Chris & Nancy Stewart regarding covenant amendment request
Residents supporting the signalized intersection to preserve mature trees on their property and address safety concerns for their daycare children.
Email from Nicolas Denux regarding public hearing for 9 Erskine Lane
Correspondence from an area property owner supporting a traffic circle for better traffic calming in the school zone.
Email from The Shergolds regarding proposed traffic lights project
Correspondence from residents supporting signalized intersections for pedestrian and cyclist safety.
Email from Andrew Engelhardt regarding traffic signals at Watkiss and Stoneridge Dr
Correspondence supporting traffic signals but requesting the addition of advance left signals for exiting traffic.
Email from David Kury regarding recommendation to amend Covenant CA8718173
Resident feedback requesting in-ground loops and additional traffic calming measures be included in the signal design.
Email from Jessica Arnet regarding CRD Comments - 9 Erskine Road
Cover email transmitting comments from the Capital Regional District.
CRD Staff Referral Response Form
Official referral response from CRD staff supporting the intersection control change and noting water infrastructure requirements.
Email from Doug Wilson regarding Watkiss Roundabout
Resident correspondence arguing that the council does not have enough financial and maintenance information to make a decision.